Molly Webster
Science Journalist | Behavioral Storyteller
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Molly Webster is an acclaimed science journalist known for her ability to transform complex data into captivating narratives. As a contributor to NPR's Hidden Brain podcast, she has reached millions with her insights on human behavior and decision-making.
Webster's TED talks have earned over 3 million views, making science accessible and inspiring through her warm, conversational style. Her keynotes equip audiences with a deeper understanding of the psychological factors shaping our choices, decisions, and perceptions of the world.
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The weird history of the "sex chromosomes"
The common thinking on biological sex goes like this: females have two X chromosomes in their cells, while males have one X and one Y. In this myth-busting talk, science writer and podcaster Molly Webster shows why the so-called "sex chromosomes" are more complicated than this simple definition -- and reveals why we should think about them differently.
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