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249. Primatologist Explains the 1% Difference Between Humans & Apes | Richard Wrangham
The Jordan B. Peterson Podcast
From Bully to Brotherhood: The Power of Alliance
Humans exhibit a unique social evolution where the traditional alpha male bully role has transformed into a more egalitarian alliance among males. This shift has contributed to a significant reduction in reactive aggression since around 300,000 years ago. Unlike other primates, humans have managed to create a system where individual might is countered by a communal effort, leading to an environment where any attempts to dominate are met with collective opposition. This transition emphasizes that weapons are not the sole factor in violence and aggression, highlighting the importance of social structures in regulating behavior within human societies.
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