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#55 Robert Sapolsky - Free Will Doesn't Exist. Now What?

Within Reason

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The Illusion of Free Will

This chapter explores the intricate relationship between biology, environment, and human behavior, revealing how factors like genetics and immediate circumstances influence decision-making. It challenges the traditional notion of free will by examining compelling studies, including the effects of hunger on judicial decisions, suggesting that our choices are deeply rooted in biological and contextual influences.

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