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Evolution Talk

Rick Coste

  • 9 minutes 29 seconds
    Mutation Celebration Day

    Charles Darwin's revolutionary observations of Galapagos tortoises and finches, explored how natural selection allows species to adapt over time. From the discovery of the hawk moth in Madagascar, predicted by Darwin, to the groundbreaking discovery of DNA by Rosalind Franklin, Francis Crick, and James Watson, we look at how genetic changes drive evolution.

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    Evolution Talk is also a book! You can find links to Amazon, Barnes & Noble and others on the front page of EvolutionTalk.com, or call your local bookstore and ask them to order a copy.

     

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    23 September 2024, 5:00 am
  • 11 minutes 52 seconds
    Deception

    Challenging Mark Twain's assertion that "man is the only one that lies.", we discover that deception is a widespread evolutionary strategy employed by various species for survival and reproduction.

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    Evolution Talk is also a book! You can find links to Amazon, Barnes & Noble and others on the front page of EvolutionTalk.com, or call your local bookstore and ask them to order a copy.

     

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    9 September 2024, 5:00 am
  • 11 minutes 30 seconds
    Animal Communication

    Let's enter the fascinating world of animal communication used by different species. We'll also touch on the evolutionary aspects of these communication systems

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    Evolution Talk is also a book! You can find links to Amazon, Barnes & Noble and others on the front page of EvolutionTalk.com, or call your local bookstore and ask them to order a copy.

     

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    26 August 2024, 5:00 am
  • 56 seconds
    New Season - New Shows!

    The new season is about to kick and I’m really excited about it.  I’m always looking for ways to expand the show’s reach and science education, and to do so, I’ll need your help. I’d love to go back to a weekly show, be able to fully kick off a supplemental video channel, and provide materials for schools. I’ve also always wanted to bring the newsletter back. The show will always be free for all to enjoy.  To find out how you can help the show achieve it’s goals financially, please visit evolutiontalk.com/support. 

     

     

    15 August 2024, 5:00 am
  • 12 minutes 32 seconds
    Island Laboratories

    The wonderful thing about islands is they continue to provide insights into the processes that shape life on Earth, reminding us of the incredible adaptability of life and the importance of preserving these unique ecosystems. They demonstrate how isolation, limited resources, and unique environmental pressures can drive the evolution of extraordinary adaptations.

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    Evolution Talk is also a book! You can find links to Amazon, Barnes & Noble and others on the front page of EvolutionTalk.com, or call your local bookstore and ask them to order a copy.

     

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    12 August 2024, 5:00 am
  • 9 minutes 5 seconds
    Symbiosis

    Imagine a world where different species live in close partnerships, essential for their survival. Tune in for a journey through millions of years of evolutionary cooperation, proving that in nature, no species is an island.

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    29 July 2024, 5:00 am
  • 22 minutes 1 second
    What Can Educators Do? Only A Theory Pt. 2

    Special guest Blake Touchet from the National Center for Science Education joins the show to discuss what teachers and educators can do both in and out of the classroom.

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    Evolution Talk is also a book! You can find links to Amazon, Barnes & Noble and others on the front page of EvolutionTalk.com, or call your local bookstore and ask them to order a copy.

    You can also check out the new YouTube channel!

     

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    15 July 2024, 5:00 am
  • 21 minutes 45 seconds
    Only A Theory Revisited - Part 1

    Blake Touchet from the National Center for Science Education joins me to discuss the age-old phrase that evolution is "Only a Theory".  

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    Evolution Talk is also a book! You can find links to Amazon, Barnes & Noble and others on the front page of EvolutionTalk.com, or call your local bookstore and ask them to order a copy.

    You can also check out the new YouTube channel!

     

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    1 July 2024, 5:00 am
  • 12 minutes 10 seconds
    The Evolution of Venom

    From ancient Conodonts to modern-day rattlesnakes, venom has independently evolved in a diverse array of creatures including snakes, spiders, scorpions, and even mammals like the platypus. Discover how venom serves as both a weapon for predation and a defense mechanism, and learn the crucial differences between venomous and poisonous animals.

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    Evolution Talk is also a book! You can find links to Amazon, Barnes & Noble and others on the front page of EvolutionTalk.com, or call your local bookstore and ask them to order a copy.

    You can also check out the new YouTube channel!

     

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    17 June 2024, 5:00 am
  • 10 minutes 32 seconds
    Bergson's Vitalism

    In this episode, we delve into Charles Darwin's theory of Evolution by Natural Selection and explore the alternative philosophical perspective of Henri Bergson. While Darwin's mechanistic view emphasizes random mutations and natural selection, Bergson introduces the concept of élan vital—a creative force driving life's complexity and direction.

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    Evolution Talk is also a book! You can find links to Amazon, Barnes & Noble and others on the front page of EvolutionTalk.com, or call your local bookstore and ask them to order a copy.

    You can also check out the new YouTube channel!

     

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    3 June 2024, 5:00 am
  • 10 minutes 11 seconds
    The Law of Superposition

    The concept of superposition exists in both quantum mechanics and evolutionary geology. We start with the strange and counterintuitive world of quantum physics, where particles exist in multiple states until observed. Then, we journey back to 1666 where another kind of superpositionwas discovered—this time in rock layers - allowing us to read Earth's history through its geological layers. 

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    Evolution Talk is also a book! You can find links to Amazon, Barnes & Noble and others on the front page of EvolutionTalk.com, or call your local bookstore and ask them to order a copy.

    You can also check out the new YouTube channel!

     

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    20 May 2024, 5:00 am
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