Alfred Russel Wallace

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 lo...

20 Jul 10min

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 ot...

6 Jul 7min

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, pre...

23 Sep 20249min

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. Pl...

9 Sep 202411min

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 ...

26 Aug 202411min

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 t...

15 Aug 202456s

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...

12 Aug 202412min

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, n...

29 Jul 20249min