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Robert Sapolsky: Why Do We Do That?

Clear+Vivid with Alan Alda

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The Complexity of Communication and Free Will

This chapter explores the intricate relationship between communication, emotional nuance, and gesture, emphasizing the brain's lateralization of language functions. The discussion further delves into the contentious topic of free will versus determinism, highlighting personal narratives and moral choices in critical situations. It also examines the innate 'us versus them' mentality, revealing how biases are quickly activated in response to social contexts.

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