The Origin
If Thor was a botanist, this would be his favorite species. In this short video, Dr Ben Miles drops a mind-melting fact: certain Tonka Bean trees don’t just survive lightning strikes—they weaponize them.
According to Ben, these trees are repeatedly struck by lightning but remain unharmed—while nearby plants and parasitic vines are zapped into oblivion. It's nature’s version of targeted energy warfare.
Dr Ben Miles isn’t just a physicist—he’s a science communicator, entrepreneur, and YouTuber with a mission: to bring entrepreneurship into science. You’ll find him explaining quantum weirdness, evolutionary genius, or biotech breakthroughs with the energy of a Marvel character and the clarity of your favorite teacher.
So what makes these trees so powerful? Their wood, their chemistry, and maybe... ancient forest wisdom? Either way, it’s real science with comic book flair.
Evolution didn’t just adapt. It upgraded.
🧠At Self Evidence, we’re always happy to shout out brilliant creators turning real knowledge into something unforgettable. If you’re doing something wild, wise, or weird—we might feature you next.
🧩 Block 0022: [Dr Ben Miles and the Tree That Channels Lightning Like a Superpower]
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