3019 The Genetics of Politics | Liberals vs. Conservatives | Gene Wars [Part 2}

08/07/2015 1h 12min

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Episode Synopsis

An examination of the biological and genetic basis for political ideologies: Do genetics determine if you’re a liberal or conservative? What role does r/K selection theory play in the world where we live? How big is your amygdala - and what does that mean about your possible political perspective? Includes a look at the Prefrontal Cortex, Anterior Cingulate Cortex and the impact of dopamine in the realm of political biology.