This podcast episode of "Stuff You Should Know" features Josh and Chuck discussing slime mold. They explain that slime mold is neither animal nor fungus, but a protist. They delve into the two main types of slime mold: plasmodial and cellular, highlighting their unique characteristics and movement. The discussion covers slime mold's intelligence, problem-solving abilities, and altruistic behavior, referencing experiments where slime mold mapped efficient routes and demonstrated learning. They also touch on the potential applications of slime mold algorithms in various fields, including artificial intelligence and astrophysics.
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