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Escape Pod: #6 All About Warmth: Emotional, Physiological and Geological

Mar 5, 2024
Bees generating warmth, geothermal energy, and robots portraying kindness and approachability are explored in this podcast. From the heat of the planet to emotional connections with robots, the team delves into various aspects of warmth.
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Quick takeaways

  • Bees generate warmth to fend off invaders, showcasing selfless teamwork in colonies.
  • Geothermal energy, from geological heat sources, has historical roots and modern applications worldwide.

Deep dives

The Evolution of Warm-Bloodedness in Animals

Animals like birds and mammals are warm-blooded and maintain temperatures higher than their environments, offering protection against fungi. Honeybees exhibit remarkable teamwork by generating heat to fend off invading hornets, displaying selfless sacrifice among bees in the colony.

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