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Fighting for Life

Contest, Sexuality, and Consciousness
Book • 2013
In 'Fighting for Life', Walter J. Ong examines the significance of contest in biological evolution, the growth of consciousness, and its effects on social, linguistic, and intellectual history.

He discusses how agonistic drives manifest in sports, politics, business, academia, and religion, and how these drives can lead to a deeper understanding of self and human freedom.

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Mentioned in 5 episodes

Mentioned by Rory Stewart as one of the books he is currently reading.
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321. Question Time: Why do politicians leak to the press?
Mentioned by herself as her own book, detailing her work in the pro-life movement.
Should Porn Be Banned? - Lila Rose
Mentioned by Mark Hyman as the author of books related to Alzheimer's disease and brain health.
How To Reverse Or Reduce Your Risk Of Alzheimer’s And Dementia
Mentioned by Mark Hyman as the author's latest work, detailing a woman's journey in preventing Alzheimer's.
The Science of Preventing (and Reversing) Dementia with Dr. Marwan Sabbagh
Mentioned by Catherine Hughes as the author of the book, exploring the NHS's history and political battles.
Britain’s NHS: 75 Years of Hurt and Healing
Mentioned by Mark Hyman in a discussion about epigenetics and its impact on health.
Do Your Genes Determine Your Destiny?

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