Hold onto your headphones, folks! In this eye-opening episode of "What The If?", our intrepid podcasters, Philip, Matt, and Gaby, contemplate an unfathomable query from our Super Iffer listener and Patreon supporter Dan: What would happen to humanity if we developed without the sense of sight?

Diving into uncharted territory, they'll tackle everything from biology to sociology, evolution to epistemology. They'll explore a realm where the remaining senses - smell, sound, and touch - are heightened and hold dominion. With playful banter, they discuss complex concepts like the potential development of unique sensory organs, similar to those found in certain bats and cave-dwelling fish, and contemplate the broader implications on science and society.

Get ready for a fascinating journey that investigates what life might be like if we never the ability to see. From the inception of sight in our ancient fish ancestors to the possibility of an entirely different evolutionary path, this episode is guaranteed to leave you with food for thought. As always, the goal is to expand your mind until it exclaims "What The If?!" Don't miss this sensory adventure!

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Find out more about Gaby's upcoming science fiction short story publication, coming soon!

Here are the links for the anthology. The physical copy can be pre-ordered here : https://www.neonhemlock.com/books/luminescent-machinations-queer-tales-of-monumental-invention

The ebook can be pre-ordered here: https://www.neonhemlock.com/ebooks/luminescent-machinations-queer-tales-of-monumental-invention

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Philip, Matt & Gaby