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Brought to you by Penguin. This Penguin Classic is performed by accomplished voice actor Ben Arogundade who is known for his voice work in Doctor Who and Horizons. This definitive recording includes an Introduction by William Bynum and the cover design is by Damien Hirst. The Origin of Species...

The Origin of Species sold out on the first day of its publication in 1859. It is the major book of the 19th century and one of the most readable and accessible of the great revolutionary works of the scientific imagination. Though, in fact, little read, most people know what it says—at least they think they do. The Origin of Species was the first mature and persuasive work to explain how species change through the process of natural selection. Upon its publication, the book began to transform attitudes about society and religion.

Join American naturalist Winthrop Packard on a captivating journey through Floridas stunning landscapes, from the vibrant orange groves of Jacksonville to the serene shores of Key West. In this immersive narrative, Packard shares his keen observations from November to April, bringing to life the diverse inhabitants of this unique habitat. Encounter warblers, butterflies, pelicans, alligators, and wild turkeys as he weaves together informative insights with a poetic touch. With a storytelling style that is both engaging and dramatic, Packard invites you to explore the wonders of nature in a way...

In this captivating exploration, Oskar Pfungst delves into the fascinating story of Clever Hans, an Orlov Trotter horse that was believed to possess extraordinary arithmetic abilities. Through rigorous investigative journalism, Pfungst meticulously details a series of experiments that ultimately reveal the true mechanisms behind Hanss seemingly intelligent performances. This classic case of the observer-expectancy effect not only illuminates the complexities of animal cognition but also serves as a cautionary tale for contemporary studies of animal intelligence. Join narrator Jordan as he ...

Maternal instinct - the all-consuming, utterly selfless love that mothers lavish on their children - has long been assumed to be an innate, indeed defining element of a woman's nature. But is it? In this provocative, groundbreaking audiobook, renowned anthropologist (and mother) Sarah Blaffer Hrdy shares a radical new vision of motherhood and its crucial role in human evolution. Hrdy strips away stereotypes and gender-biased myths to demonstrate that traditional views of maternal behavior are essentially wishful thinking codified as objective observation.

What is property, and why does our species have it? In The Property Species, Bart J. Wilson explores how humans acquire, perceive, and know the custom of property and why this might be relevant to understanding how property works in the 21st century. Arguing that neither the sciences nor the humanities synthesizes a full account of property, the book offers a cross-disciplinary compromise that is sure to be controversial: Property is a universal and uniquely human custom.

Stories that change the way the world treats animals.

Join us on a unique journey where news, culture, and history collide with humor and critical thinking in “End of a Species.” We blend philosophy and logic with a dash of comedy to help you see the world in a new light. Whether you’re a curious mind, a philosophy enthusiast, or just someone who loves a good laugh, our podcast offers thought-provoking discussions and plenty of laughs. Tune in for a fun and enlightening adventure that will not only make you think but also keep you entertained. Let’s explore the truth together!

A podcast about animal liberation

Exploring bizarre and unusual dealings of the strangest species, namely, us, humans. Each episode is a ride into the details surrounding some of the most bizarre incidents in human history. Join us as Mike reveals an unusual story or event, and Eth (through many laughs and terrible hypotheses) learns along with the audience about the strange and unusual.

This podcast holds the End of a Species episodes co-hosted by Adam, our fallen friend and one of the founders of End of a Species.

Ah, the eternal battle of Mars and Venus! When it comes to life, the approaches of males and females are as different as night and day. Or are they? Let us celebrate and embrace the glorious diversity between genders and find out if they really are as different as we thought. We all need to find comedy in life, so let us laugh together at the ridiculous situations it throws at each of us.

איך כלכלנים חושבים על אנשים? האם הם נסמכים על עובדות או מונעים מאידיאולוגיה? האם הם מושפעים מאופנות או נאמנים לעקרונות מדעיים? וכיצד האופן בו הם חושבים ומבינים בני אדם משפיע על ההמלצות למדיניות? או במילים אחרות: על החיים שלנו? הפודקאסט הזה מספר את סיפור חייו של המין הכלכלי, הרעיון המהפכני שאיפשר לתאר את האדם כיצור כלכלי. נשמע כיצד ...

Making change happen by challenging the status quo to forge a fair & just world

"Stalking a Newt to Protect a Species" is from the May 30, 2016 U.S. section of The New York Times. It was written by James Gorman and narrated by Kristi Burns.

Part H Is for Hawk, part The Soul of an Octopus, The Book of Eels is both a meditation on the world’s most elusive fish—the eel—and a reflection on the human condition. Remarkably little is known about the European eel, Anguilla anguilla. So little, in fact, that scientists and...

What drives all of your life’s priorities, values, and decisions? In the sequel to An End to Upside Down Thinking, Mark Gober builds a science-based worldview from which we can create a compass for living. In stark contrast to his prior belief system, Gober explains why life is actually full of meaning. From this perspective, he lays out how we might approach life accordingly, along with the well-traveled “awakening” path that we’re likely to encounter. Approaching life in a new way is the antidote that our civilization desperately needs.

The ultimate no holes barred podcast about everything under the sun.

Real, raw, and unfiltered—Meet The Eatmons is not your average relationship podcast. Hosted by a couple unafraid to tackle the tough conversations, this show dives deep into the complexities of love, marriage, dating, and personal growth in today’s ever-changing world. From modern relationships and intimacy to parenting, cultural shifts, and deep societal issues, Meet the Eatmons dares to ask the hard questions and spark the conversations most people shy away from. No fluff, no sugarcoating—just authentic discussions, real-life experiences, and powerful insights to challenge the way we ...

What can fossilized teeth tell us about our ancient life expectancy? What can big data on fossils reveal about farming's problematic role in human evolution? How can simple geometric comparisons of skull and pelvic fossils suggest an origin to our social nature? In Close Encounters with Humankind, paleoanthropologist Sang-Hee Lee explores some of our biggest evolutionary questions from unexpected new angles. Through a series of entertaining, bite-sized chapters, we gain new perspectives into our first hominin ancestors, our first steps on two feet, and more.