Alcohol Insights
Are We All Drunken Monkeys?
4.5 (112)
72 mins
Embark on a historical odyssey, tracing humanity's journey through captivating tales of alcohol's influence. From the origins of rum in plagues to wine shaping ancient Greece, explore the links between libations and our past. Uncover stories of rebellion, wisdom, and intrigue, from a physician's quest for the perfect vintage to gin's impact on nation-building. Toast to the enthralling blend of history and libations, where secrets reveal themselves in unexpected ways.
Ep 1:
Can Alcoholism Be Traced Back To Primate Ancestors?
Ep 2:
How Did Beer Shape Early Human Settlements?
Discussions (11)
Gail
Level 2 · 9 mo agoI really doubt beer is the reason humans built cities. We settled down for safety and food not just to brew drinks. Giving alcohol that much credit for human progress is kind of sad.
Gaius
Level 10 · 6 mo agoDudley's drunken monkey theory ignores that we industrialized the process. We aren't tree shrews drinking nectar. We are wrecking our REM sleep and livers for a buzz that offers zero survival value.
Tory
Level 9 · 9 mo agoDrunken monkeys? Sounds like my novice rowers.
