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#174 — Life & Mind

Making Sense with Sam Harris

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Genes as Memory: Evolutionary Insights

This chapter explores the concept of genes as a memory system that encodes ancestral knowledge, linking genetic makeup to historical environments. It discusses the intricate relationship between evolutionary biology, immune responses, and adaptations, emphasizing both long-term genetic changes and short-term reactions to environmental threats. Through various examples, the chapter challenges misconceptions about evolution, highlighting how structural modifications arise incrementally to enhance survival.

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