
Tom's SciCast
Let's explore the universe while pushing the limits of what we know with our imaginations, some speculation, philosophy, and science fiction. A podcast about all things science. Stay Curious!
Podcasting since 2020 • 73 episodes
Tom's SciCast
Latest Episodes
73. The Modern Synthesis of Evolution
I explain how the Modern Synthesis led to our current understanding of evolution. I also discuss the current issues in evolution including epigenetics, horizontal gene transfer, and abiogenesis and the need for a unified theory of life.
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Season 6
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Episode 11
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45:56

72. Sex, Sexual Reproduction, and Sexual Selection
A continuation on the mechanisms of evolution with a focus on sexual selection. I also define, sexual reproduction, two sexes, sexual selection, and provide examples of sexual selection.
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Season 6
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Episode 10
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54:29

71. Mechanisms of Evolution II: genetic drift, recombination, mutations
I focus on the mechanisms of random evolution and how mutations and recombination not only cause evolution but are important sources of variation.
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Season 6
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Episode 9
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54:37

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