This week, it\u2019s part one of a two-week focus on genetics. For our first installment, we\u2019re looking at the ways that evolution might influence our modern lives, from obesity to overpopulation to heavy metal music. We spend the hour with Rob Brooks, Professor of Evolution and Director of the Evolution & Ecology Research Centre at the University of New South Wales. He\u2019ll join us to talk about his book Sex, Genes & Rock ‘n’ Roll: How Evolution Has Shaped the Modern World<\/a> More details, how to listen, and stuff, HERE. <\/a><\/p>\n Also, this would be a good point to remind you of your assigned readings: A Tutorial in Human Behavioral Biology<\/a>.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":" Skeptically Speaking #175: This week, it\u2019s part one of a two-week focus on genetics. For our first installment, we\u2019re looking at the ways that evolution might influence our modern lives, from obesity to overpopulation to heavy metal music. We spend the hour with Rob Brooks, Professor of Evolution and Director of the Evolution & Ecology … Continue reading Sex, Genes & Rock \u2018n\u2019 Roll<\/span> ![\"\"](\"http:\/\/www.assoc-amazon.com\/e\/ir?t=wwwgregladenc-20&l=as2&o=1&a=1611682363\")