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Cannibalism: A Perfectly Natural History

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Tonight, we’re diving headfirst into one of nature’s darkest taboos—one that’s far more common, more complex, and yes… more natural than you’ve ever imagined.

My special guest is zoologist and author Bill Schutt, here to peel back the layers on a topic most shy away from: cannibalism. But forget the horror films and tabloid headlines—Schutt’s groundbreaking book Cannibalism: A Perfectly Natural History reveals how consuming one’s own kind isn’t a freakish anomaly, but a deeply woven thread in the tapestry of evolution, biology, and even human culture.

From sibling-devouring tadpoles and post-coital insect decapitations to the chilling truths behind the Donner Party and Europe’s forgotten appetite for “medicinal” flesh, this is a journey into the hidden—and surprisingly normal—world of cannibalism as it exists across life on Earth… and possibly in our future.

You’ll never look at the natural world—or dinner—the same way again.

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Tonight, we’re diving headfirst into one of nature’s darkest taboos—one that’s far more common, more complex, and yes… more natural than you’ve ever imagined.

My special guest is zoologist and author Bill Schutt, here to peel back the layers on a topic most shy away from: cannibalism. But forget the horror films and tabloid headlines—Schutt’s groundbreaking book Cannibalism: A Perfectly Natural History reveals how consuming one’s own kind isn’t a freakish anomaly, but a deeply woven thread in the tapestry of evolution, biology, and even human culture.

From sibling-devouring tadpoles and post-coital insect decapitations to the chilling truths behind the Donner Party and Europe’s forgotten appetite for “medicinal” flesh, this is a journey into the hidden—and surprisingly normal—world of cannibalism as it exists across life on Earth… and possibly in our future.

You’ll never look at the natural world—or dinner—the same way again.

Unlock a world of mystery!

Join our exclusive community and instantly access over 1,000 ad-free episodes, mind-blowing bonus segments, and much more. Dive deeper into the unknown with content that challenges what you think you know.

For nearly a decade, Mysterious Radio has taken listeners on a journey through the strange, the unexplained, and the downright chilling. And now, we're taking things to the next level—with even more immersive content available only to our most dedicated listeners.

With millions of listeners around the globe, the next era of Mysterious Radio is unfolding. The majority of episodes and exclusives will be reserved for our inner circle of members.

Step beyond the veil and claim your place in the next chapter of the unknown. OPEN THE DOOR

Join our Patreon for ad-free listening and more bonus content.
Follow us on Instagram @mysteriousradio
Follow us on TikTok mysteriousradioTikTok
Follow us on Twitter @mysteriousradio
Follow us on Pinterest pinterest.com/mysteriousradio
Like us on Facebook Facebook.com/mysteriousradio]

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