In this engaging discussion, Dean Falk, a Distinguished Professor of Anthropology and expert on human brain evolution, dives into our evolutionary journey after separating from chimpanzees. She explores the concept of the Botanic Age, where early humans began using botanical tools. Falk highlights the transition to bipedalism that shaped our ancestors and how it intertwined with the origins of language and music. Additionally, she challenges traditional views on brain evolution, suggesting cognitive development began before the Stone Age, offering fresh insights into what makes us uniquely human.
