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429. The Science Behind Animal Hijinks Understanding Play as Nature's Classroom feat. David Toomey

unSILOed with Greg LaBlanc

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Exploring Play Behavior in Social Animals

The chapter delves into how play behavior functions as a tool for testing social boundaries and maintaining harmony within animal groups. It discusses the comparison between verbal play in humans and physical play in animals, showcasing similarities in challenging hierarchies through teasing and jest. The conversation also draws parallels between animal play and human improvisation, highlighting the evolutionary advantages of playful behaviors in preparation for unexpected situations.

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