Evo-Devo: Instant Egghead Podcast Ep 3

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Episode 3 of the video podcast Instant Egghead focuses on a significant advancement in evolutionary science, particularly the integration of developmental biology and genetics into evolutionary theory, known as Evo-Devo. The discussion critiques the presentation, suggesting that while the explanation of the developmental biology aspect was effective, it could have better connected to evolutionary concepts rather than dwelling on the terminology. Additionally, there is a humorous reference to the band Devo, indicating a playful tone in the conversation. Overall, the episode emphasizes the importance of Evo-Devo in understanding evolution.
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Episode 3 of our new video podcast, Instant Egghead (subscribe!) tackles the most important development in scientific thinking about evolution since the Modern Synthesis.[continued]
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I think he did a nice job of explaining the developmental biology/genetics component, but he could have perhaps tied it in better to the evolutionary part instead of wasting time babbling about the word "Evo-Devo."
 
I don't know what that guy is babbling about either.

Devo has obviously hired a new lead singer for their band.
 
BobG said:
Devo has obviously hired a new lead singer for their band.
Someone we know? Nah! Devo is all-male.
 

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