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The Naked Mole Rat

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Menstruation
Evolutionary Biology
Female Reproductive System
Embryo Development
Human Pregnancy
Conflicts Between Mother and Fetus
Sexual Reproduction
Human Nature
Insulin
Gestational Diabetes
Preeclampsia
Bizarre Creatures
Elephant Society
Animal Evolution
Lake Turkana
Matriarch
Human Evolution
Feminism
Violence
Cooperation

Ilya Kolmanovsky is a scientist-turned-storyteller. Once he studied animal evolution, now he makes a podcast about what science can teach us — human beings — about ourselves. From strange creatures that mirror human nature to the real people behind discoveries, THE NAKED MOLE RAT uncovers the unexpected connections between science and our lives. This is a podcast by Libo/Libo. Visit our website: h... more

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There are few noises as guaranteed to chill the blood as that of a group of chimpanzees attacking another group of chimps. Wild chimps are notoriously savage. But they are also our closest relatives. And their behaviour can tell us a lot about our ow... more

Humans have been fascinated by elephants since forever. But until a few decades ago, we didn’t know the most basic things about them, like how they choose a mate, or how their society is organized. In this episode, Ilya meets Cynthia Moss, a former m... more

Strangely enough, we don’t quite know. Only a few mammals regularly shed their entire uterine lining.

According to one hypothesis, menstruation evolved as a defence against an invasion by paternal genes. Host Ilya Kolmanovsky talks to evolutionary b... more

For decades, scientists believed that humans gradually evolved — more or less in a straight line — from knuckle-walking apes to upright-walking, sneaker-wearing humans. But it turns out the story is not so simple. In East Africa, researchers are disc... more

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Cynthia Moss
Director of the Amboseli Elephant Research Project, the longest-running elephant project in the world.
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Episode: How Feminism Helps to Understand Elephants
Deena Emera
A senior scientist at the Buck Institute for Research on Aging, with a background in evolutionary biology
Buck Institute for Research on Aging
Episode: What is menstruation for?
David Haig
An evolutionary biologist in the Department of Organismic and Evolutionary Biology at Harvard University.
Harvard University
Episode: What is menstruation for?
Louise Leakey
Head of the Turkana Basin Institute and leading researcher of African fossils
Turkana Basin Institute
Episode: The Leakey Family and the Human Family
Art Yuhin
Founder and president of Artec 3D, a company specializing in 3D scanning technology.
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Ilya Kolmanovsky
Host of a podcast that combines insights from scientific research with storytelling to explore human nature and the natural world, drawing on his background in animal evolution.

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The Friendliest and the Most Ruthless Species on the Planet
Q: What was your immediate solution?
Brian Hare suggested that members of Congress should eat from the same bowl, literally, to foster friendships and reduce divisions.
The Friendliest and the Most Ruthless Species on the Planet
Q: So, how is it that humans have escaped the chimpanzee problem of being violent both within and between groups?
Rangham suggested dividing aggression into two types: reactive and proactive, noting that humans have low levels of reactive aggression.
The Friendliest and the Most Ruthless Species on the Planet
Q: How did you feel?
Despite the violent nature of the attacks witnessed, there was an identification with the attacking chimps, leading to mixed feelings of excitement and guilt.
How Feminism Helps to Understand Elephants
Q: What dramatic observations did Moss make regarding elephant interactions?
Moss observed complex social interactions among elephants, including the way matriarchs led their groups and how younger elephants learned from older ones.
How Feminism Helps to Understand Elephants
Q: How did the guide know that the male elephant was dangerous?
The guide had extensive knowledge of elephant behavior and could instantly assess the male's threat based on his behavior and demeanor.

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The content explores the intricate relationship between human behavior and the natural world, emphasizing lessons gleaned from studying a range of animal species and evolutionary biological concepts. Episodes often feature discussions on themes such as cooperation, social structures, and survival strategies exhibited by various creatures, drawing parallels to human society. The podcast also touches upon scientific discoveries and the available insights into our behavior and evolution, inviting listeners to reflect on the interplay between their lives and the animal kingdom. Moreover, the stories shared often connect contemporary issues with evolutionary biology, creating a thought-provoking narrative that appeals to those interested in scie... more

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