Primate Cognition

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Primate Cognition

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Jul 8, 2016

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Dr. Alexandra Rosati is a Harvard scientist who studies primate cognition. How do chimps and bonobos understand the world? And what does that tell us about humans? Comedians Sasheer Zamata, Ken Reid, and Obehi Janice learn about everything from chimpanzee pool parties to why it's not a good idea to bring a monkey in your race car. Hosted by Chris Duffy. Produced by Pretty Good Friends.

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Jul 8, 2016

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