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Episode: There’s a New Explanation for ‘Genetic’ Trait Pairs: Your Parents
Description: For years, researchers thought characteristics like weight and education had shared genetic roots. But the real answer might lie in how people choose to pair up. Thanks for listening to WIRED. Check back in tomorrow to hear more stories from WIRED.com.
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