On the Origin of Tepees

Explore the evolution of ideas and the patterns of their variation, inheritance, and selection in the cultural landscape. Join science writer and documentary filmmaker Jonnie Hughes on a tour across the Midwest to observe firsthand the natural history of ideas in the "mind islands" of Native American tribes. With wit and humor, Hughes examines the quirks of American culture from the Mall of America to Custer's last stand, discussing everything from sandwiches to the shape of cowboy hats. On the Origin of Tepees offers a unique perspective on the evolution of ideas and its impact on human culture.