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Neanderthals: The Prehistoric Fat Factory Revealed

In this episode of The Curious Mind podcast, we explore groundbreaking discoveries about Neanderthals and their advanced food processing skills. Dr. Lutz Kindler joins us to discuss how archaeological findings at the Neumark-Nord 2 site in Germany reveal that Neanderthals operated a prehistoric 'fat factory' 125,000 years ago. They utilized heat and water to extract fat from animal bones, demonstrating sophisticated resource management and nutritional understanding. This revelation challenges long-held perceptions of Neanderthals as brutish beings, highlighting their strategic planning in hunting and meat processing. Join us as we delve into the implications of this research on our understanding of Neanderthal intelligence and their impact on the environment.