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Astral Codex Ten Podcast
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Cultural Clashes and Dark Ambitions
This chapter examines the complex interplay of Western medicine and indigenous traditions in Papua New Guinea, focusing on the controversial figure of Gajdasek. It highlights themes of colonization, ethical dilemmas in scientific research, and the troubling fascination with indigenous practices, particularly regarding the disease Kuru.
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