Black and Blue: The 247th Evolutionary Lens with Bret Weinstein and Heather Heying

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Oct 16, 2024

The discussion kicks off with an examination of Kamala Harris's 'Opportunity Agenda for Black Men,' weighing the real impact of marijuana legalization and crypto regulation. They explore the tangled political landscape, highlighting the need for collaboration between the right and left. Dive into the shocking science behind food additives, including how azo dyes can make mice transparent. The conversation also critiques the disconnect between political promises and community needs. Plus, a playful nudge towards healthier choices in food and cooking sounds the call to action.

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Intro

00:00 • 2min

Civic Engagement and Election Dynamics

01:53 • 3min

Electoral Anticipation and Focus Enhancement

05:18 • 4min

Health Benefits of Manukura Honey and Olive Oil Delights

09:38 • 9min

Navigating the Complex Political Landscape

18:31 • 2min

Navigating Ideological Divides in the Republican Party

20:33 • 16min

Marijuana Legalization and Community Impact

36:08 • 23min

Impact of Regulation on Black Cryptocurrency Owners

58:56 • 9min

Examining Political Promises and Special Interests

01:07:37 • 1min

Bridging Ideologies: A Call for Balance

01:09:00 • 9min

Polling Dynamics and Political Predictions

01:18:14 • 15min

Discontent in Political Leadership

01:33:21 • 12min

Food Dye Controversies and Consumer Awareness

01:44:53 • 27min

Engagement and Sponsorship Highlights

02:12:17 • 2min

In this 247th in a series of live discussions with Bret Weinstein and Heather Heying (both PhDs in Biology), we talk about the state of the world through an evolutionary lens.

In this week’s episode, we discuss the “Opportunity Agenda for Black Men” being proposed by Kamala Harris—from legalizing marijuana to enacting price controls on food and rent to regulating crypto. Then: why the ascendant Right needs the traditional liberal left, and a discussion of positive feedback, and why it has become easier to say that you support Trump than it used to be. Finally: azo food dye turns mice transparent, in the name of science. Food dyes and other additives are in more things than we know; how can we keep ourselves healthy in this environment?

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Mentioned in this episode:

Barack Obama says that Harris will lift up black men: https://x.com/BarackObama/status/1845944869992517645

Kamala’s Plan: https://kamalaharris.com/agenda/

Polling data: https://x.com/thecjpearson/status/1846308798148829480

Yellow #5 and transparent mice: https://naturalselections.substack.com/p/things-that-caught-my-eye-7

USDA on color additives: https://www.fsis.usda.gov/food-safety/safe-food-handling-and-preparation/food-safety-basics/additives-meat-and-poultry

Slowdown Farmstead: https://www.slowdownfarmstead.com

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