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How WEIRD Societies Shaped the World w/Evolutionary Biologist Joseph Henrich
Conversations with Peter Boghossian
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This chapter explores how religion influences human cooperation and social behavior, highlighting research that connects belief in punitive deities to increased generosity. It also examines the recent rise in interest in witchcraft as a response to societal instability and the importance of embracing cognitive diversity to build trust across cultures.
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