What do Julius Caesar, Albert Einstein, Goethe, Marie Curie, Isaac Newton, Beethoven, Charlie Chaplin and Marilyn Monroe have in common? Not only were they all famous personalities, they were also left-handed. Today, August 13th, we are celebrating International Left-handed People's Day – with our new podcast episode and, of course, some curious statistics on the subject.
Have you ever thought about why only around ten to 15 percent of people are left-handed? How does left-handedness develop? Or why has this rate remained almost constant for around 500,000 years? In this episode, our team – Sascha Feth, Jochen Fiedler and Esther Packullat – explore the fascinating questions and myths surrounding left-handedness. They take a closer look at possible biological explanations as well as archaeological studies. Are there genetic reasons? What does the right side of the brain have to do with it? Are there advantages or disadvantages in sport or even health statistics? What is the mathematical model for left-handedness all about?
From the surprise advantage in the boxing ring to the advantages and disadvantages – all this is covered in the new Streuspanne episode. If you're still unsure whether you're right-handed or left-handed after listening to the new episode, you can answer 20 questions about what you do with your hands using the »Edinburgh Handedness Inventory«.
Sounds exciting? It's worth a listen – regardless of whether you write with your right or left hand!
Have you discovered a numerical phenomenon that you would like us to discuss or read a statistic in the media and would like us to make it a topic in the »Streuspanne«? Then get in touch with us.
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