Eons - S06E47: Why Does Caffeine Exist?
Today, billions of people around the world start their day with caffeine. But how and why did the ability to produce this molecule independently evolve in multiple, distantly-related lineages of flowering plants, again and again?
Cast: Kallie Moore, Blake de Pastino, Michelle Barboza-Ramirez
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Eons S06E47 Synopsis
Eons "Why Does Caffeine Exist?" is part of the 1337x catalog. Originally aired on 2022-07-28, this episode is part of Season 6 of Eons. Featuring performances from Kallie Moore, Blake de Pastino, Michelle Barboza-Ramirez among the cast. With a runtime of 11m, the episode keeps you engaged throughout. As part of this Documentary series, the episode continues to build on the show's compelling narrative. Today, billions of people around the world start their day with caffeine. But how and why did the ability to produce this molecule independently evolve in multiple, distantly-related lineages of flowering plants, again and again?
