Dr Karl Podcast The origins of BBQ, fecal bacteria and the Seven Sisters
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May 15, 2025 Zoe Kean, a science communicator and evolutionary expert, dives into fascinating topics with Dr. Karl. They discuss how living together can make us resemble our roommates, linking it to environmental factors and deep bonds. The conversation highlights the origins of cooking and its impact on human evolution. Zoe also sheds light on the significance of ancient fossils like Lucy, revealing new insights into our evolutionary journey. Plus, they tackle the intricacies of hygiene in everyday life and the science behind sound perception.
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Amniote Evolution Timeline Shift
- Fossil footprints in Victoria suggest amniotes existed 40 million years earlier than thought.
- This shifts the origin of land-adapted egg layers to the southern hemisphere, possibly Australia.
Origin of Life Hypothesis
- Life likely originated in ancient volcanic pools with chemical soups driving early DNA/RNA formation.
- This environment acted like nature's first laboratory where simple replicators evolved into complex life.
Handwashing After Dog Waste
- Compostable dog poo bags can be porous, allowing bacteria transfer through condensation.
- Always wash your hands after handling dog waste to avoid microscopic germ transmission.