We begin our exploration into hominin history with an introduction to what is arguably the oldest hominin fossil yet found. Does Sahelanthropus tchadensis represent our earliest hominin ancestor or is it something else?
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Music in this Episode
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Netherland by Podington Bear, License (CC BY 3.0): Artist website: soundofpicture.com
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Caterpillar Tunnel by Podington Bear, License (CC BY 3.0): Artist website: soundofpicture.com
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Curious by Podington Bear, License (CC BY 3.0): Artist website: soundofpicture.com
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