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The Importance of the Human Thumb and Design Flaws of Other Body Parts
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04:07 - 15:27 (11:20)

The human thumb is fundamental in design and function, yet certain body parts like the throat lack effectiveness in their design. The possibility of alien civilizations having similar characteristics is discussed.

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NetSuite is an all-in-one management software that aids in handling complex business operations such as finances, inventory, e-commerce, and human resources in a single place.
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NetSuite
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NetSuite is an all-in-one management software that aids in handling complex business operations such as finances, inventory, e-commerce, and human resources in a single place. This tool can be especially beneficial for deep work sessions or when managing a company becomes overwhelming.

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The Importance of the Human Thumb and Design Flaws of Other Body Parts
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#297 – Jonathan Reisman: The Human Body – From Sex & Sperm to Hands & Heart
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Lex Fridman Podcast
The thumb is an essential part of human evolution, helping with tasks such as spearing an animal to firing a bow and arrow to butchering an animal.
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Evolution
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The thumb is an essential part of human evolution, helping with tasks such as spearing an animal to firing a bow and arrow to butchering an animal. It is an important digit to preserve, even debated among plastic and orthopedic surgeons.

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The Importance of the Human Thumb and Design Flaws of Other Body Parts
Episode
#297 – Jonathan Reisman: The Human Body – From Sex & Sperm to Hands & Heart
Podcast
Lex Fridman Podcast
The nature of wisdom is often associated with being stubborn and old, but true wisdom requires the ability to constantly reinvent oneself.
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Wisdom
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The nature of wisdom is often associated with being stubborn and old, but true wisdom requires the ability to constantly reinvent oneself. Author of "The Body: A Guide for Occupants," Bill Bryson, delves into the weird and fascinating details of the human body in his book.

Chapter
The Importance of the Human Thumb and Design Flaws of Other Body Parts
Episode
#297 – Jonathan Reisman: The Human Body – From Sex & Sperm to Hands & Heart
Podcast
Lex Fridman Podcast