Barbara J King

How good is the Trump-Pence administration's knowledge of, and engagement with, science? Anthropologist Barbara J. King offers a reality check.

Researchers have shown that horses communicate flexibly with human caretakers depending on what specific knowledge those humans have — or lack. That's a big deal, says anthropologist Barbara J. King.

There's a science to the coordinated flight of starlings, says anthropologist Barbara J. King. Here's a video showing their patterns in the sky.

Twin pandas were sent from Zoo Atlanta to China last month. They miss their favorite foods and hearing English — shedding light on animals' emotions, says anthropologist Barbara J. King.

How can science and art combine to help the rest of us understand and support transgender kids? Anthropologist Barbara J. King looks at a film new to the U.S. addressing gender identity and sexuality.

Barbara J. King, a professor emerita of anthropology at William and Mary, discusses whether Neanderthals had "religious capacity."

December is full of sacred holidays for many — and meaning-making through social gatherings and rituals for others. Anthropologist Barbara J. King considers how far back religious practices might go.

Music to our ears, yes. But birdsong may represent more complex communication than we ever thought, says anthropologist Barbara J. King.

Here's a list of animal-related stories and videos to be grateful for this Thanksgiving, compiled by Barbara J. King. Have a look.

Octopus behavior has captivated scientists and animal lovers alike; now, eating these animals alive is catching on in some U.S. restaurants, says anthropologist Barbara J. King.

In need of a TV show to make you feel better about humanity? Anthropologist Barbara J. King interviews Chrissy Metz from "This Is Us."

Would compassion be your first response if you survived a shark or bear attack? Anthropologist Barbara J. King hopes her answer would be "yes."

A songbird, trapped in an airport, gets cute and playful; cue the inevitable video shares. But what are we missing, asks anthropologist Barbara J. King?

Anthropologists have nailed down evidence that termite-fishing chimpanzees teach their kids — meeting the scientific criteria — and that's big news, says commentator Barbara J. King.

What lies beneath our feet or the ocean's waves? Anthropologist Barbara J. King says a new book will inspire children — and adults, too — to learn more about the science of our planet and our oceans.

A new book — and an extraordinary backlash to it — has put poison, predator cats and at-risk wildlife front and center, says anthropologist Barbara J. King.

Do we really need to unplug to ensure the most satisfying vacations? Anthropologist Barbara J. King returns from Yellowstone National Park with a qualified "no."

Can't see The Boss in concert? Pick up his new memoir, which begins with 7-year-old Springsteen watching Elvis on TV. From $3-a-night shows to swooning stadiums, it's a wild and well-written ride.

Unless you have seen a garden of poisonous plants, a shrine to insects, or the bones of 1,000 ancient whales, you have more traveling to do, says anthropologist Barbara J. King.

Evolution denial doesn't always spring from religion. Anthropologist Barbara J. King explains why Tom Wolfe's new book on speech requires careful scrutiny.