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Gregory Aldrete

09/13/24

@ Lex Fridman

In the ancient world, about 30 to 40% of children died before reaching puberty, which profoundly affected the psychological state of families.

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Gregory Aldrete: The Roman Empire - Rise and Fall of Ancient Rome | Lex Fridman Podcast #443

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Gregory Aldrete: The Roman Empire - Rise and Fall of Ancient Rome | Lex Fridman Podcast #443

09/13/24

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