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Robert Sapolsky: Are You Actually in Control of Your Life? | Align Podcast #518

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Cultural Insights and Behavioral Parallels in Africa

This chapter explores the speaker's three-decade journey studying baboons in Africa and their interactions with the Maasai people. It highlights the cultural exchanges, challenges, and surprising lessons learned from Maasai traditions, particularly regarding mortality and social dynamics. The narrative draws parallels between the behavioral patterns observed in baboons and the mental health challenges faced by humans, emphasizing the role of social structures and biological influences on behavior.

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