23min chapter

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Herman Pontzer (on evolutionary anthropology)

Armchair Expert with Dax Shepard

CHAPTER

Journey Through Anthropology: Culture and Evolution

This chapter explores the personal trajectories of speakers in anthropology, focusing on the contrasts between cultural and physical perspectives. It highlights the importance of understanding human differences through evolutionary biology while addressing the historical misuse of anthropological studies. Additionally, the chapter delves into human evolution, adaptations, and the implications of energy expenditure research relevant to modern public health.

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