EPISODE · Jun 13, 2026 · 15 MIN
Why Your Brain Thinks Butter Is Trying to Kill You
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Your disgust response evolved to save you from rotten meat and toxic plants, but now it's the secret force behind everything from political beliefs to why certain fonts make you want to throw your computer out the window. We dive into how this ancient survival system accidentally became the puppet master of modern life. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
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Your disgust response evolved to save you from rotten meat and toxic plants, but now it's the secret force behind everything from political beliefs to why certain fonts make you want to throw your computer out the window. We dive into how this ancient survival system accidentally became the puppet master of modern life.
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Why Your Brain Thinks Butter Is Trying to Kill You
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