
Yuval Noah Harari Meets Katherine Rundell - Unstoppable Us (Summer Repeat)
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The Power of Storytelling in Human Evolution
This chapter examines the unique human capacity for cooperation, highlighting how storytelling fosters trust among strangers and shapes societal constructs like money and religion. It explores the delicate balance between seeking truth and maintaining social harmony while delving into our relationships with domesticated animals, particularly dogs and cats. Additionally, it celebrates the artistic achievements of prehistoric humans through cave art, drawing parallels between ancient handprints and modern self-expression.
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