Book · 2026 · Psychology
A Billion Years of Sex Differences
How Evolution Shaped the Minds of Men and Women
Why people recommend it
A Billion Years of Sex Differences by Steve Stewart-Williams is a science book that explores the evolutionary biology and behavioral science behind sex differences in humans and animals. Chris Williamson recommended the book during an episode of his podcast Modern Wisdom, specifically on episode 1120 titled The Uncomfortable Science Of Sex Differences, which aired on July 6, 2026. As the conversation with the author concluded, Williamson turned directly to the listeners and urged everyone in his audience to go out and purchase a copy of the publication. By issuing this strong endorsement, Williamson underscored the importance and accessibility of the scientific topics addressed in the text. The recommendation highlighted the podcast host's enthusiasm for evolutionary psychology and his desire to direct public attention toward evidence-based discussions surrounding human nature, biology, and the complex scientific realities of sex differences in the modern academic and cultural landscape.
Who recommended it
- Chris Williamson Recommended
Chris Williamson — 1 mention
“Everyone should go and buy it, Billion Years of Sex Differences.”
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Other mentions (1: passing, ad reads, own books)
“My new book, A Billion Years of Sex Differences, my previous book, The Eight That Understood the Universe”