My guest this episode is Dr. Erich Jarvis, PhD—Professor and the Head of the Laboratory of Neurogenetics of Language at Rockefeller University and Investigator with the Howard Hughes Medical Institute (HHMI). Dr. Jarvis' research spans the molecular and genetic mechanisms of vocal communication, comparative genomics of speech and language across species and the relationship between speech, language and movement. We discuss the unique ability of humans (and certain animal species) to learn and communicate using complex language, including verbal speech production and the ability to interpret both written and spoken language. We also discuss the connections between language, singing and dance and why song may have evolved before language. Dr. Jarvis also explains some of the underlying biological and genetic components of stutter/speech disorders, non-verbal communication, why it's easiest to learn a language as a child and how individuals can learn multiple languages at any age. This episode ought to be of interest to everyone interested in the origins of human speech, language, music and culture and how newer technology, such as social media and texting, change our brains.

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Dr. Erich Jarvis
Dr. Erick Jarvis' Lab: https://www.jarvislab.net
Rockefeller University: https://www.rockefeller.edu/our-scientists/heads-of-laboratories/1159-erich-d-jarvis
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Earth Biogenome Project: https://www.earthbiogenome.org
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Timestamps
00:00:00 Dr. Erich Jarvis & Vocal Communication
00:03:43 Momentous Supplements
00:04:36 InsideTracker, ROKA, LMNT
00:08:01 Speech vs. Language, Is There a Difference?
00:10:55 Animal Communication, Hand Gestures & Language
00:15:25 Vocalization & Innate Language, Evolution of Modern Language
00:21:10 Humans & Songbirds, Critical Periods, Genetics, Speech Disorders
00:27:11 Innate Predisposition to Learn Language, Cultural Hybridization
00:31:34 Genes for Speech & Language
00:35:49 Learning New or Multiple Languages, Critical Periods, Phonemes
00:41:39 AG1 (Athletic Greens)
00:42:52 Semantic vs. Effective Communication, Emotion, Singing
00:47:32 Singing, Link Between Dancing & Vocal Learning
00:52:55 Motor Theory of Vocal Learning, Dance
00:55:03 Music & Dance, Emotional Bonding, Genetic Predispositions
01:04:11 Facial Expressions & Language, Innate Expressions
01:09:35 Reading & Writing
01:15:13 Writing by Hand vs. Typing, Thoughts & Writing
01:20:58 Stutter, Neurogenetics, Overcome Stutter, Conversations
01:26:58 Modern Language Evolution: Texting, Social Media & the Future
01:36:26 Movement: The Link to Cognitive Growth
01:40:21 Comparative Genomics, Earth Biogenome Project, Genome Ark, Conservation
01:48:24 Evolution of Skin & Fur Color
01:51:22 Dr. Erich Jarvis, Zero-Cost Support, YouTube Feedback, Spotify & Apple Reviews, Momentous Supplements, AG1 (Athletic Greens), Instagram, Twitter, Neural Network Newsletter, Huberman Lab Clips

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