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EPISODE · Jun 26, 2026 · 10 MIN

The evolution of laughter

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New research suggests great apes have been laughing with a similar rhythm to humans for at least 15 million years.

New research suggests great apes have been laughing with a similar rhythm to humans for at least 15 million years.

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New research suggests great apes have been laughing with a similar rhythm to humans for at least 15 million years.

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