Breaking Down Barriers

The transcript discusses the exploration of animal emotions and consciousness, highlighting the role of neuroscience in breaking taboos around emotions. It emphasizes the continuity between humans and animals, advocating for a Darwinian perspective. The speaker notes a shift in public perception over the past 25 years, with increased acceptance of the biological basis of human behavior and the connection between human and animal behavior.

What changes have occurred in the perception of the biology of human behavior over the last 25 years?

What is the significance of the connection between human and animal behavior as discussed in the text?