

The Female Origin of Species
Nov 13, 2023
"The Female Origin of Species": Cat Bohannon, author of "Eve: How the Female Body Drove 200 Million Years of Human Evolution," dives into the long-ignored aspects of the female body's influence on human evolution. Exploring the uniqueness and significance of reproductive organs, liver, and adipose tissue, they discuss the relationship between sexuality and reproduction. Topics such as menopause in Homo sapiens and the process of selecting a reader for the book are also discussed, providing fascinating insights into the evolutionary journey of the female body.
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Introduction
00:00 • 3min
Preview of Upcoming Conversations on Varying Topics
03:21 • 2min
The Importance of Individuals in the Survival of the Human Species
05:04 • 3min
The Evolution of the Female Body
07:45 • 3min
The Evolution of the Female Body: Overlooked Aspects and Comprehensive Approaches
11:14 • 28min
Exploring Menopause in Homo sapiens
38:51 • 16min
Choosing a Reader and Learning to be a Voice
54:39 • 17min