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Evolutionary Psychology (the podcast)

Dave Pietraszewski & David Pinsof
Evolutionary Psychology
Kanambo
Anthropology
Intergroup Violence
Gender Dynamics
Friendship
Social Behavior
Cultural Conflict Management
Cooperative Breeding
Feminism
Loneliness
John Patton
Brenda Bowser
Communication
Anger
Race
Cults
Happiness
Mate Choice
Sex Differences

Actual evolutionary psychology by actual evolutionary psychologists. Hosted by Dave Pietraszewski and David Pinsof. Every week, Dave and David bring cutting-edge work in the evolutionary behavioral sciences to you. patreon.com/epthepod

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It stinks to be sick. Our guest, Josh Tybur (VU Amsterdam), is the one of the foremost experts on how our brain--or better yet, our "behavioral immune system"--helps us avoid pathogens while still navigating the necessities of social and physical lif... more

Intentions be damned! Whats matter is selection! In this episode, Paul Smaldino (UC Merced) takes us on a tour of his work on social signals, social identities, the perverse incentives of science, the stupidity and yet usefulness of models, and so mu... more

Consciousness: is it really that hard of a problem? In this episode, we talk to our favorite mechanistically-minded (and possibly clearest) thinker about consciousness we've had the pleasure to stumble across, Michael Graziano (Princeton). Topics inc... more

The evolution of war has occupied science. But what about the evolution of peace? In this episode, we talk to Luke Glowacki about his framing of peace as requiring just as much, if not more, explanation, than the evolution of war, and how it comes ab... more

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Paul Smaldino
Expert in evolutionary psychology and modeling
Episode: Selection with Paul Smaldino
Michael Graziano
Professor of Neuroscience and author known for his work on consciousness and attention.
Episode: Consciousness with Michael Graziano
Luke Glowacki
An academic researcher focusing on the Omo Valley Research Project and the evolution of peace.
Boston University
Episode: Peace with Luke Glowacki
Léo Fetuchi
An up-and-coming scholar studying morality, cooperation, and self-control
Institute for Advanced Study in Toulouse
Episode: Moralizing Self-Control with Léo Fitouchi
Dan Nettle
A researcher at the Jean Nicod Institute, with expertise in evolutionary psychology and social science.
Jean Nicod Institute
Episode: Evolutionary Social Sciences with Dan Nettle
Sarah Matthew
Professor at the School of Human Evolution and Social Change at Arizona State University
Arizona State University
Episode: Culture, Killing, and PTSD with Sarah Mathew
Hugo Mercier
Researcher at the Institut Jean Nucure focused on epistemic vigilance and reasoning.
Institut Jean Nucure, France
Episode: Reasoning and Epistemic Vigilance with Hugo Mercier
Cari Goetz
Professor at Cal State San Bernardino
Cal State San Bernardino
Episode: Love and Regret with Cari Goetz
Hannes Rusch
Independent group leader at Freiburg, Max Planck Institute for the Study of Crime, Security and Law; faculty at Maastricht University
Max Planck Institute for the Study of Crime, Security and Law; Maastricht University
Episode: Exploitation with Hannes Rusch

Hosts

David Pinsof
Co-host and expert in evolutionary psychology, providing insights into the intersection of psychology and human behavior.
David Pietraszewski
Co-host and researcher focused on the implications of evolutionary psychology in understanding human behavior.

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4.7 out of 5 stars from 37 ratings
  • Best podcast

    Tuesdays are my favorite day of the week thanks to this podcast! The episode on free will is mind blowing. I highly recommend it!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    YzarW
    United Statesa month ago
  • Awesome listen!

    I’m a dumb finishing carpenter but I found this eternally fascinating! You’re doing great work, thank you.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Canadian Carpenter
    Canada6 months ago
  • Fantastic!

    I’m an evolutionary psychologist and this pod is an incredible representation of the field and how we approach things. Major props to the two Davids!!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Surfkt
    United States6 months ago
  • Excellent. Please don’t change a thing

    This is an excellent podcast for those interested in evolutionary psychology who are not professionals in the field. The presenters do not patronize their audience but it is easy to find the references for those interested. In conversation with their guests, they offer insights into thinking in the field beyond that you can easily get from just reading papers and the popular trade books. Thankfully the listener is spared political discussion and amateurish comedy. I wish there were more podcasts... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    lak10016
    United Kingdom7 months ago
  • Good but one gripe

    Very very informative however I do wish they made more practical examples of how these ideas bubble down to the laymen

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Everything_is_BS
    United States7 months ago

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The hosts are appreciated for their respectful engagement with listeners and addressing feedback earnestly.
The podcast is viewed as an incredible representation of evolutionary psychology, bridging academic research with accessible conversation.

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Moralizing Self-Control with Léo Fitouchi
Q: What are you working on now? Or what do you plan to work on in the next little bit?
I'm trying to finish this punishment stuff, but the next idea I'm more interested in is the moral psychology of authority.
Culture, Killing, and PTSD with Sarah Mathew
Q: Can you tell us about the moral landscape that impacts the Turkana's view on violence?
The moral landscape shapes their norms around warfare, which influences their responses to combat-related PTSD and how they handle the psychological impacts of violence.

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What is Evolutionary Psychology about and what kind of topics does it cover?

The content covers a broad spectrum of topics within the field of evolutionary psychology, exploring how human behavior and social structures have been shaped through evolution. Episodes frequently delve into complex themes such as cultural evolution, emotional psychology, social dynamics, and the psychological underpinnings of various human experiences, including love, conflict, and morality. Each discussion is often enriched by insights from academic guests who contribute their expertise, making the conversations both intellectually stimulating and accessible to a wider audience interested in understanding human psychology through an evolutionary lens. A distinctive feature is the focus on integrating rigorous scientific research with pra... more

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