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Grooming Apes and the Origins of Kissing
The hairy history of the human kiss. Where did it come from? And why is it good for us?

Photosynthetic Clams and the Problem of Power
How do we extract the maximum amount of power from the sun? With the help of a giant clam.

Running Wild and the Science of Endurance
Why do animals move the way they do? And why do we humans love to run?

Red Deer and Authority of Voice
Do lower voices demand more power? The roar of a red deer stag may hold the answer.

Magpies and Altruism
Why do we help each other out? Even when it gets us nothing? Magpies might know.

Underground Fungi and the Market Economy
How do the underground trade deals between fungi and plants mirror our own market economy?

Crafty Cuttlefish and Theory of Mind
Can we know what others know? And how do we figure out if they're telling fibs?

Burying Beetles and the Politics of Parenting
How should we raise our kids? Is there such a thing as too much love?

Dr Orangutan and the Evolution of Medicine
What makes us sick? What makes us well again? And do animals medicate like we do?

Rainbowfish and the Mysteries of Memory
Are fish memories as bad as we think they are? And are human memories as good as we think?