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Jonathan Goodman
Social scientist at the University of Cambridge and the Wellcome Sanger Institute. Author of Invisible Rivals, exploring the interplay of cooperation and competition in human nature.
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Jul 23, 2025
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How We Evolved to Compete in a Cooperative World
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Jonathan Goodman, a social scientist at the University of Cambridge and author of 'Invisible Rivals', explores the intricate balance of cooperation and competition in human nature. He discusses how our ancient instincts shape modern societal challenges like political deceit. Goodman argues against viewing humans as purely altruistic or selfish, emphasizing that our behaviors are influenced by social environments. The role of language in facilitating both cooperation and deception further highlights the complexities of human interaction.
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