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Juliette Brophy on a newly-discovered human ancestor

Juliette Brophy

Juliette Brophy, LSU paleoanthropologist, explains to us her research that helped identify a newly-discovered human ancestor, the Homo Naledi. This new species was found in a 130-mile long narrow cave system in South Africa.

Also on today's program, David Poole on Baton Rouge's high HIV and AIDS rates, here.

Every weekday Jim engages listeners with compelling discussions ranging from presidential and gubernatorial campaigns to LSU football and the aftermath of disasters like Hurricane Isaac.