Ep: 413 | How Evolution Shapes Love, Art & Beauty | Darwin’s Theory with Uttam Babu Shrestha | Sushant Pradhan Podcast

Join us in this thought-provoking conversation with Uttam Babu Shrestha as we dive deep into some of today’s most critical topics — from air pollution in Kathmandu 2025 to the global contributors of air pollution. Learn how construction affects air quality and why climate change impact in Nepal is a serious threat to the future of Nepal’s hydropower potential over the next 50–100 years. We also explore the surprising story of invasive plant species biodiversity, including how native flowers like Guraans became problematic in places like Scotland. Uttam Babu shares insights from his groundbreaking research on the social factors of Yarsa Gumba harvesting and its ecological impact, revealing a complex relationship between local communities and environmental sustainability. Moving beyond environmental science, we delve into evolutionary psychology explained, touching on the human evolution and psychology that shape our behaviors today. Discover how Darwin’s theory of sexual selection builds upon The Origin of Species, and understand the evolution of human mate selection based on male vs female evolutionary differences. We discuss the role of beauty and symmetry in evolution, uncover why humans recognize art, and explore how evolution shaped human art and aesthetics. Learn why male behavior in evolutionary psychology often leans towards showing off and how survival mechanisms in human evolution continue to influence our lives. We also talk about the evolutionary basis of sexual preferences in modern society. Don’t miss this deep dive into environment, science, and the evolutionary roots of love, art, and survival!

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