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In this Episode #32, We delve into the fascinating story of human evolution, tracing our journey from single-celled organisms to the complex beings we are today. Starting 6-7 million years ago, when our lineage split from a common ancestor with chimpanzees, we explore key milestones like the rise of early hominins such as Australopithecus and the emergence of Homo habilis and Homo erectus. These species laid the groundwork for traits like bipedalism, tool use, and larger brain size. We'll also discuss the evolutionary forces that shaped us, including natural selection, genetic drift, and climate change. Beyond mainstream science, we explore unconventional theories like the Stoned Ape Theory, which suggests psychedelics may have played a role in our cognitive evolution and much more.
(00:00) - Primitive Life
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In this Episode #32, We delve into the fascinating story of human evolution, tracing our journey from single-celled organisms to the complex beings we are today. Starting 6-7 million years ago, when our lineage split from a common ancestor with chimpanzees, we explore key milestones like the rise of early hominins such as Australopithecus and the emergence of Homo habilis and Homo erectus. These species laid the groundwork for traits like bipedalism, tool use, and larger brain size. We'll also discuss the evolutionary forces that shaped us, including natural selection, genetic drift, and climate change. Beyond mainstream science, we explore unconventional theories like the Stoned Ape Theory, which suggests psychedelics may have played a role in our cognitive evolution and much more.
(00:00) - Primitive Life

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