Richard Dawkins On Genes, Memes, AI, Religion, and Life Beyond Earth [Ep. 454]

Aug 18, 2024

Richard Dawkins, a renowned evolutionary biologist and author, dives into the complexities of life, genes, and culture. He discusses the strong male sex drive and its evolutionary roots, explores the idea of extraterrestrial life, and shares insights on memes as cultural evolution. The conversation touches on the ethical implications of artificial intelligence and our shifting moral perspectives. Dawkins also reflects on scientific communication's importance and the necessity of teaching evolution prominently in education.