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651 - Becoming Uncivilized (with Anya and Nadia)

Tangentially Speaking with Christopher Ryan

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Exploring Misconceptions in Language and Evolution

This chapter examines the concept of spandrels in architecture and biology, illustrating how certain features may be misinterpreted due to human categorization. It emphasizes the impact of language on our understanding of reality and the potential disconnect between classification and biological significance.

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