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145. Neil deGrasse Tyson Is Still Starstruck

People I (Mostly) Admire

CHAPTER

Challenging Assumptions about Inter-species Communication

This chapter explores the complexities of communication barriers between species, highlighting the challenges humans face in understanding intelligent animals like chimpanzees and the potential hurdles in communicating with extraterrestrial beings. The conversation emphasizes skepticism about the assumption that humanity would easily connect with alien life forms due to the intricate nature of language.

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