

Neuroparasitology (NATURE ZOMBIES) with Matt Simon
104 snips Nov 1, 2023
Matt Simon, author of "Plight of the Living Dead", reveals mind-controlling parasites and their impact on different species. They discuss zombies in nature, including fungus-controlled zombie ants and wasp bunkers. The chapter also touches on ticks as parasites and the concept of individuality in the natural world. They explore the origins of life and the manipulation of crustaceans by camphosephalins worms. The discussion also includes zombies in popular culture and the horrifying behavior of the jewel wasp. They discuss protecting the earth and fighting the climate crisis, as well as toxoplasmosis infection and its behavioral effects. They further explore the evolution and nature of zombies and share a personal anecdote about a scary moment on a plane with their dog.
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Introduction
00:00 • 2min
Exploring Neuroparasitology and Mind-Controlled Hosts
02:12 • 9min
Ticks as parasites and critters that manipulate behavior
11:26 • 2min
Abiogenesis, Neuroparasitology, and Mind Control
13:10 • 13min
Zombies in Popular Culture and Cordyceps
26:34 • 18min
The Horrifying Behavior of the Jewel Wasp
44:37 • 11min
Protecting the Earth and Fighting the Climate Crisis
56:04 • 7min
Toxoplasmosis Infection and Behavioral Effects
01:03:15 • 19min
Exploring the Evolution and Nature of Zombies
01:21:51 • 5min
A Scary Moment on the Plane with their Dog
01:26:40 • 2min