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Rewriting the Story of Humankind

2023-06-09 Science & Technology
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What attributes set our species apart? Taming fire? Expressing artistically? Solving problems creatively? Recent discoveries that have already upended humankind’s origin story by expanding our family tree, are now challenging long-held assumptions about what makes us special. Paleoanthropologist Lee Berger is a leading figure in these breathtaking developments and he joins Brian Greene to discuss how new discoveries are now rewriting human history. This program is part of the Big Ideas series, supported by the John Templeton Foundation. The live program was presented at the 2023 World Science Festival Brisbane, hosted by the Queensland Museum. WSF Landing Page Link: https://www.worldsciencefestival.com/programs/rewriting-the-story-of-humankind/ - SUBSCRIBE to our YouTube Channel and "ring the bell" for all the latest videos from WSF - VISIT our Website: http://www.worldsciencefestival.com - LIKE us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/worldsciencefestival - FOLLOW us on Twitter: https://twitter.com/WorldSciFest #leeberger #briangreene #homonaledi #science

Top Comments (10)

@mdbssn 2023-06-10

I've heard at least some of Dr. Berger's story before, but I've got to say this rendition really outshines the stuff I've already heard. What a career, a story, and what far reaching implications for understanding our origins and ourselves. Thank you again, World Science Festival, for such clear, detailed, and interesting content.

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@keithjones2379 2023-08-10

That's how you do an interview. Ask, shut up and listen and occasionally ask a brief question for clarification. You don't don't put your opinions out there or constantly interrupt the person when they're about to say something interesting or just start talking yourself about what you think. It's very rare to see an interview like this. Good job!

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@eirintowne 2023-06-21

What a gift that man is; a scientist that is also an expert storyteller is what the world needs more of! He had me enthralled throughout, and I might go looking for more later.

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@erichodge567 2023-07-13

I am mostly a physics geek, and have watched many previous episodes of WSF, but this is the best program yet. Absolutely a "must watch" show.

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@hifibrony 2023-06-26

Greene is such a good interviewer. He draws great explanations from guests outside of his own field of expertise.

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@seriouslypagan6904 2023-06-18

This has become my favorite story of adventure and scientific discovery even beyond the moon landing. What a privilege to have been a part of this. I would have given up a lot to be there, but I would never fit into those caves. I'm really grateful to all who did the job, of making it possible for all of us could see this take place.

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@kenadams5504 2023-06-12

One definition of human , is to be able and willing to discover new things , and then enthrall your audience with what you found.

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@behr121002 2023-06-18

Absolutely fascinating and captivating to this 67 year old former science/engineering student and geek. It's stuff like this that keeps my mind and inspiration young and vibrant, and recharges my spirituality ( not in the religious sense). (I think *PBS'* _NOVA_ , or some other PBS presentation aired a film about this expedition, if my memory serves me correctly, within the past 5-7 (?) years.) And kudos always to *_World Science Festival. _* It's great to see so many science sources carried on You Tube.

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@rickiefuwanfui145 2023-07-14

It is not that hard to believe Naledi could care for their dead....just look at how some mammals from elephants, whales, etc that grieve over a dead baby. They just didn't have appendages to perform burial rituals. Bravo!

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@ChuckHickl 2023-06-24

His delivery kind of turned me off initially but as he told the story it made more sense the way he was telling it and by the end I was almost crying and clapping so allowed the dog left the room. What a story!

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