Thinking Allowed
Laurie Taylor explores the latest research into how society works and discusses current ideas on how we live today.
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Darwinian Modernisation and 'Ping-Pong' Clubs
Wed, 8 Jul 09
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28 minsDarwinian theory has provided a powerful explanation for animal behaviour, but can it be used to explain how human's act? On this week's Thinking Allowed Laurie speaks to Lesley Newson about her theory that evolution can explain how societies become modern. Also on the programme, why western women are increasingly relaxed about attending sex clubs and 'ping pong' bars in Thailand. Erin Sanders tells Laurie about her latest research.
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