The Climbing Secret Behind Monkey Bars with Luke Fannin | Episode 68
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The Climbing Secret Behind Monkey Bars with Luke Fannin | Episode 68
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Hanging with Our Ancestors: Luke Fannin on Climbing, Evolution & Ape Locomotion
Ever wondered why kids instinctively love monkey bars? Or why apes move so deliberately in the trees? In this episode of Talking Apes, biological anthropologist Luke Fannin takes us on a journey through the evolution of climbing, exploring how primates, from ancient hominins to modern chimps, have adapted to life in the canopy.
Luke breaks down the surprising biomechanics of climbing up vs. climbing down, revealing why descending may have played a bigger role in human evolution than we ever imagined. We’ll also uncover how playgrounds, rock climbers, and even early tool-making tie into our primate past. It’s a fascinating deep dive into movement, survival, and the hidden connections between our everyday actions and our evolutionary history.
Explore Luke's publications on his Google Scholar profile.
Read Luke's article: The Surprisingly Scientific Roots of Monkey Bars
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