Part 10/14:
Drawing parallels between societal and biological systems, the episode critiques hierarchical power structures, from monarchies to global corporations. The metaphor of humans as a hive of interconnected primates pervades the conversation. The idea is that our civilization functions as a collective organism, driven by shared instincts of survival, dominance, and reproduction. Awareness of this interconnectedness invites questions about how influence—through media, authority, and social constructs—shapes our collective behavior, often fostering division and conflict.