Has Cooking Made Us Human?
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Today I've been listening to a rather fascinating talk from NPR's On Point program discussing if the act of cooking has made us human.
Primatologist and Anthropologist Richard Wrangham examines the role of cooking and argues that it is at the heart of human evolution. Wrangham's theory is both unique and intriguing, making for a good listen and his ability to answer the caller questions with clarity and on topic really help in understanding his point of view.
On Point is a series which covers a diverse range of topics and the host, Tom Ashbrook, is good at cohersing lively conversation around each episode's topic. As a two hour podcast, I think it would entertainingly and informatively fill the time whilst driving or travelling.
Link to Podcast:
On Point: How Cooking made us Human
Related Links:
Catching Fire: How Cooking made us Human by Richard Wrangham
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