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Evolution Talk
Hosted by Rick Coste · EN
Everything you wanted to know about evolution by natural selection in short, easy to digest, episodes. Hosted, and produced by writer Rick Coste.
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The Evolution of Venom
Jun 17, 202400:12:10Tap to summarizeFrom ancient Conodonts to modern-day rattlesnakes, venom has independently evolved in a diverse array of creatures including snakes, spiders, scorpions, and even mammals like the platypus. Discover how venom serves as both a weapon for predation and a defense mechanism, and learn the crucial differences between venomous and poisonous animals. Please consider becoming a show Patron to help keep new episodes coming! Evolution Talk is also a book! You can find links to Amazon, Barnes & Noble and others on the front page of EvolutionTalk.com, or call your local bookstore and ask them to order a copy. You can also check out the new YouTube channel! Music in this Episode Saver by Podington Bear, License (CC BY 3.0): Artist website: soundofpicture.com Trader Ho Hey by Podington Bear, License (CC BY 3.0): Artist website: soundofpicture.com Mute Groove by Podington Bear, License (CC BY 3.0): Artist website: soundofpicture.com Skepto by Podington Bear, License (CC BY 3.0): Artist website: soundofpicture.com
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Bergson's Vitalism
Jun 3, 202400:10:32Tap to summarizeIn this episode, we delve into Charles Darwin's theory of Evolution by Natural Selection and explore the alternative philosophical perspective of Henri Bergson. While Darwin's mechanistic view emphasizes random mutations and natural selection, Bergson introduces the concept of élan vital—a creative force driving life's complexity and direction. Please consider becoming a show Patron to help keep new episodes coming! Evolution Talk is also a book! You can find links to Amazon, Barnes & Noble and others on the front page of EvolutionTalk.com, or call your local bookstore and ask them to order a copy. You can also check out the new YouTube channel! Music in this Episode Pretty Melody by Podington Bear, License (CC BY 3.0): Artist website: soundofpicture.com Easy Going by Podington Bear, License (CC BY 3.0): Artist website: soundofpicture.com Curious Process by Podington Bear, License (CC BY 3.0): Artist website: soundofpicture.com Squiggly Line 1 by Podington Bear, License (CC BY 3.0): Artist website: soundofpicture.com
Transcribe →A Gut Feeling
Sep 26, 2022Tap to summarizeEvolution by Natural Selection has assisted many amazing symbiotic relationships. Here's one you may not be familiar with, and which you're a participant in. It involves your gut microbiome. For show notes and more, please visit https://EvolutionTalk.com Written, Produced, & Narrated by: Rick Coste Evolution Talk's TeePublic Store
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