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Evolution Talk

by Rick Coste

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Latest episodes

What's So Random About Mutations?

July 20, 2026 · 10 min

Evolution by natural selection relies upon random mutations. But what does "random" even mean? Evolution Talk is also a book! You can find links on the front page of EvolutionTalk.com, or call your local bookstore and ask them to order a…
Beauty is Everywhere

July 6, 2026 · 8 min

I took a day off and just sat on the porch, watching finches, a hawk and the ordinary morning business of the woods. Evolution Talk is also a book! You can find links to Amazon, Barnes & Noble and others on the front page…
Mutation Celebration Day

September 23, 2024 · 9 min

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…
Deception

September 9, 2024 · 12 min

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. Please consider becoming a show Patron…
Animal Communication

August 26, 2024 · 12 min

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 Please consider becoming a show Patron to help keep new episodes coming!…

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New Season - New Shows!

August 15, 2024 · 1 min

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…
Island Laboratories

August 12, 2024 · 13 min

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…
Symbiosis

July 29, 2024 · 9 min

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. Please…
What Can Educators Do? Only A Theory Pt. 2

July 15, 2024 · 22 min

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. Support the NCSE Please consider becoming a show Patron to help…
Only A Theory Revisited - Part 1

July 1, 2024 · 22 min

Blake Touchet from the National Center for Science Education joins me to discuss the age-old phrase that evolution is "Only a Theory". Please consider becoming a show Patron to help keep new episodes coming! Evolution Talk is also a…
The Evolution of Venom

June 17, 2024 · 12 min

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…
Bergson's Vitalism

June 3, 2024 · 11 min

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…