You Are Not So Smart cover image

326 - The Origin of Language - Madeleine Beekman

You Are Not So Smart

00:00

Is language genetic or learned?

Beekman rejects a single 'language gene', arguing language arises innately in very social, large-brained species but requires morphology and culture.

Play episode from 42:35
Transcript

The AI-powered Podcast Player

Save insights by tapping your headphones, chat with episodes, discover the best highlights - and more!
App store bannerPlay store banner
Get the app