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David Deutsch: The Era of Man, Popper, and Western Civilization

Arjun Khemani Podcast

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From Fire to Civilization: A Journey of Human Progress

This chapter explores the evolution of human progress, tracing the journey from early fire-making to the rapid advancements of modern civilization. It examines the interplay of cognitive evolution and cultural knowledge, highlighting the role of memes in shaping human society while contrasting technological stagnation in prehistoric times with contemporary innovation.

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