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Modern WisdomJul 4, 2020

#192 - Professor Adam Hart - When Human Evolution Collides With The Modern World

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Guest: Adam Hart

Notable books mentioned: Dunbar's Number by Dr. Robin Dunbar, the complex relationship with bacteria by Dr. Peter Lawrence, stress by Dr. Peter Lawrence, Unfit for Purpose by Adam Hart

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Dunbar's Number
Dr. Robin Dunbar

The host discusses the concept of Dunbar's Number in relation to social media and how it affects human relationships. They explore the implications…

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the complex relationship with bacteria
Dr. Peter Lawrence

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Dr. Peter Lawrence

The host briefly mentions the book 'Stress' by Dr. Peter Lawrence while discussing the impact of modern life on human evolution. It serves as a sug…

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#192 - Professor Adam Hart - When Human Evolution Collides With The Modern World mentions Dunbar's Number by Dr. Robin Dunbar, the complex relationship with bacteria by Dr. Peter Lawrence, stress by Dr. Peter Lawrence, and Unfit for Purpose by Adam Hart with timestamps, quotes, and episode context.

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Guest: Adam Hart
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Adam Hart is a scientist, author & presenter. Our species has been around for far longer than the modern world. This is leading to some imbalances between our evolutionary heritage and the environment we now find ourselves in. Expect to learn how obesity might be an evolutionary adaptation gone awry, why fight or flight happens in the workplace, the misalignment of technology with our brains, the evolutionary basis for violence and much more...
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  • The conversation centers on evolutionary biology discussion.
  • A second recurring theme is human species adaptation.
  • Referenced books include Dunbar's Number by Dr. Robin Dunbar and the complex relationship with bacteria by Dr. Peter Lawrence.
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Dunbar's Number
Dr. Robin Dunbar
Best for Individuals interested in psychology and social dynamicsOften cited around social media and relationships

“The idea of the dunbar number is it's the number of people that are in your social group that you can feel comfortable with, and robin dunbar I think defined it as this idea of who you could go up to in a bar and join for a drink without feeling embarrassed about it.”

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Sentiment: Deep Dive
For: Individuals interested in psychology and social dynamics
Key quote: “the idea is that that number max is added around 150 but there are layers within that”
The host discusses the concept of Dunbar's Number in relation to social media and how it affects human relationships. They explore the implications of having larger online social networks compared to the natural limits of human social groups.
ASIN: 0674057163
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the complex relationship with bacteria
Dr. Peter Lawrence
Best for Individuals interested in health, hygiene, and the impact of lifestyle on well-being.Often cited around hygiene and health

“Dr. Peter Lawrence mentions writing a book about the complex relationship with bacteria, discussing food poisoning and hygiene.”

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Sentiment: Deep Dive
For: Individuals interested in health, hygiene, and the impact of lifestyle on well-being.
Key quote: “I wrote a book about five years ago, which looked at us, the complex relationship with bacteria.”
Dr. Peter Lawrence mentioned his book to highlight the significant impact of lifestyle and hygiene on health, particularly in relation to allergies and foodborne illnesses. He emphasizes the importance of understanding our complex relationship with bacteria and the consequences of neglecting hygiene practices.
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stress
Dr. Peter Lawrence
Best for Listeners interested in evolutionary biologyOften cited around evolutionary biology discussion

“Dr. Peter Lawrence indicates that stress was the topic that started his book, exploring its effects and the modern world's chronic stress.”

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Sentiment: Passing Reference
For: Listeners interested in evolutionary biology
Key quote: “So if you're into this evolutionary biology stuff I would very much suggest that you go and pick it up.”
The host briefly mentions the book 'Stress' by Dr. Peter Lawrence while discussing the impact of modern life on human evolution. It serves as a suggestion for listeners interested in the intersection of biology and contemporary issues.
ASIN: B0DQVGPTR2
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Unfit for Purpose
Adam Hart
Best for Individuals interested in evolutionary biologyOften cited around human species adaptation

“It's an awesome book. Everyone that has been listening, if you've enjoyed this, if you've got an interest in evolutionary theory and all of the stuff that we've gone through today, then head to the show notes below and grab it.”

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Sentiment: Highly Recommended
For: Individuals interested in evolutionary biology
Key quote: “So if you're into this evolutionary biology stuff I would very much suggest that you go and pick it up.”
The host mentions 'Unfit for Purpose' to highlight the disconnect between human evolution and the modern environment. This book provides insights into various aspects of human behavior and adaptation, making it a valuable read for those interested in evolutionary biology.
ASIN: B086YGQ7B9
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Interstellar

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“The discussion revolves around a sequence in 'Interstellar' that talks about the evolution of human emotions and the complexities of our existence.”

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