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Rachell Powell on Evolutionary Convergence, Morality, and Mind
January 26, 2026·1 hr 37 min·5 clips
Why does the Copernican principle break down when applied to biology, according to philosopher Rachel Powell?
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A rigorous conversation that uses evolutionary convergence to widen the frame from biology to human explanation.
Sean Carroll opens on a familiar scientific tension: complex systems leave room for many outcomes, yet recurring forms still show up, especially in evolution and convergence.
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