Scientist and Twitch streamer Knimbley discusses the intersection of astronomy and Elden Ring. Jess talks about lotion spiders, and Rachel explains the historical survival benefits of ADHD. The podcast explores the evolutionary advantages of ADHD traits in foraging behavior and the cool perception of hyperkinetic behaviors. It also delves into the mysteries of Venus, including its past habitability and upcoming scientific missions.
Venus, also known as Earth's evil twin, has a hostile atmosphere with temperatures exceeding 900 degrees Fahrenheit.
The mythological origins of Venus, as Aphrodite, depict a transition from warlike to harmonious attributes representing desire and unity.
Scientific exploration of Venus is challenging but upcoming missions like NASA's Da Vinci and VERITAS show promise for gathering vital data.
Deep dives
Venus: Goddess and Planet Connection
Venus, known as Aphrodite, has a complex origin story being born from the sea on barren dry land. The darker side of Venus traces back to the primordial creature born out of endless black night. The goddess's cult and attributes transitioned from warlike to a source of pleasure and union between men and women, a representation of harmony and desire.
Venus: Earth's Evil Twin
Venus is often referred to as Earth's evil twin due to its hostile conditions, with a thick, acidic, sweltering atmosphere reaching temperatures of 900 degrees Fahrenheit. Despite Earth and Venus' similarities in the past, Venus took a different path, becoming inhospitable for life as we know it.
Exploring Venus through Science
Scientific research on Venus has been challenging due to its extreme conditions and lack of long-lasting surface probes. Numerous missions, including NASA's Da Vinci and VERITAS, are planned to explore Venus in the next decade, offering hope for gathering more data and insights into the planet's history.
Mythological Origins of Venus
The mythological origins of Venus, known as Aphrodite, include dark and mysterious beginnings as a primordial creature born from darkness and emerging from the sea on barren land. The goddess's attributes evolved to symbolize life, harmony, and desire, showcasing a duality of love and war in ancient tales.
Venus's Sinister Backstory
Venus's lineage is rooted in a fearsome trio of goddesses flowing into Cypress from Mesopotamia, whose attributes of death, destruction, life, and sex intertwined with the goddess's origins. The planet's toxic atmosphere and ancient mythological connections reveal a world of contrast between beauty and danger.
Scientist and Twitch streamer Knimbley joins the show today to talk about how astronomy and Elden Ring intertwine! Plus, Jess returns to talk about lotion spiders, and Rachel explains how ADHD used to offer a real survival benefit in the olden days.
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