Intro
Hello everyone and welcome to episode 8 of Wilderness Matters where we discuss the skills, science, and gear necessary to enjoy the outdoors safely and responsibly. I’m your host Joe, the creator of Balefire Outdoors on YouTube. Today we are going to talk about the basics behind Darwinian Evolution, Survival Of The Fittest, and how it can help you appreciate the outdoors even more.
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Episode Rundown
S1E8 – Darwin & Survival Of The Cutest
Written & Directed By Balefire Outdoors
Synopsis:
Many think they understand what survival of the fittest means but very few do. In fact, Charles Darwin didn’t even coin the phrase, instead it was a peer who had written to him after the initial “Origin Of Species” had been written. By understanding what Darwin actually meant you will look at nature in a more wondrous way and help break controversial if not toxic stereotypes.
Discussion
Overall Thoughts
Darwin and his use of “survival of the fittest” are extremely misunderstood. The social Darwinist theory is completely inaccurate and has been used to justify great acts of racism and violence. By understanding what Darwin actually meant we can help cut down on misinformation and appreciate nature for what it really is. The product of many millions of years of evolution and comebacks from extinction events. Nature is truly, WILD!
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