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Goats vs. Boa Constrictors: a curious debate

May 29, 2025
Join Latif Nasser, a science historian and Radiolab co-host, as he champions Team Goats, while Alie Ward, a science TV personality and podcaster, defends Team Boa Constrictors. The debate takes a whimsical turn with hilarious anecdotes, highlighting goats' playful nature versus the stealth of boas. They dive into the social characteristics of goats, their historical significance, and even touch on logical fallacies with a humorous twist. Listeners are invited to vote on their favorite side—who will emerge as the ultimate champion?
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INSIGHT

Goat Vision and Social Roles

  • Goats have rectangular pupils that let them see far around, aiding survival.
  • Their social roles in herds show intelligence and cooperation, from protection to leading to feeding.
ANECDOTE

Latif's Goat Living Experience

  • Latif Nasser lived with goats, even building prosthetic legs to walk on all fours like them.
  • He found that goats taught him how to be present, relaxed, and have fun, symbolizing their social and affectionate nature.
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