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Original Syndrome: The 218th Evolutionary Lens with Bret Weinstein and Heather Heying

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Exploring the Evolutionary Traits of Poison Dart Frogs and Mantellian Mantella Frogs

The chapter delves into the intriguing similarities between Poison Dart Frogs and Mantellian Mantella frogs, discussing their shared characteristics like diurnality, poisons, bright colors, and breeding habits. The speakers question whether these traits arose from a shared ancestor or a hidden force in nature, exploring their toxin chemistry and calls. Additionally, the episode touches on the importance of recognizing syndromes as a powerful tool for understanding unknown forces and patterns in the world, cautioning against drawing unwarranted conclusions based on surface similarities.

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