Organisms may benefit by appearing to be other than what they are.. But the purveyor of deception may hurt the deceived. Therefore there are often defensive evolutionary responses by the deceived. What has emerged is a complex pattern of what is involved in deception. Evolutionary biologist Gordon Orians guides us in an analysis of the rich patterns of deceit and why deceit-detectors have evolved. Orians is Professor Emeritus of Biology, University of Washington. He has served as its Director of Environmental Studies. He was elected to the National Academy of Sciences in 1989 and to the American Academy of Arts and Sciences in 1990.
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The Evolution of Deception
06/16/2024
Gordon Orians
Dogs in Veteran Rehabilitation
06/02/2024
Dan Regester
Dan Regester explores the profound impact of service dogs on veteran well-being. He sheds light on the transformative power of the human-canine bond in aiding veterans' physical, emotional, and social rehabilitation. Mr. Regester is owner and founder of K9 Kavalry, a Washington State based organization serving U.S. veterans across the nation with service dog training.
The Plight of Migrant Seafarers
05/26/2024
Jessie Braverman and Cody Urban
Presentation by Jessie Braverman & Cody Urban at Friendly House about the invisible migrant workers at sea who carry the weight of the world economy on their backs. They discuss how to support their fight for dignity, rights, and welfare.Jessie is chairperson of the Pacific Coast Coalition for Seafarers. Cody is also a member of the Pacific Coast Coalition for Seafarers.
Braver Angels
05/19/2024
Michael Balter
Presentation by Michael Balter about Braver Angels, a grassroots civic movement dedicated to bringing Americans together to bridge partisan divides. We engage with those with whom we disagree, looking for common ground and ways to work together. We do not seek centrist compromise or try to change one another’s opinions on policy. Balter is a retired CEO at Boys & Girls Aid and adjunct professor at PSU. He has over 45 years of management experience in planning, policy development, fund raising, and board relations. He is frequently called upon to develop public policy within governmental organizations to enhance the public welfare.