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Every book Macken Murphy recommended on podcasts
Macken Murphy appears as a guest on Modern Wisdom to share insights into evolutionary psychology, behavioral genetics, and romantic relationships. Throughout the episode, Murphy discusses several influential texts that have shaped his understanding of human behavior and attraction. He shares that he fell in love with the subject after reading Robert Wright's The Moral Animal, crediting it as the pivotal book that launched his academic and personal interest in the complexities of human nature. Additionally, Murphy mentions Kathryn Paige Harden's The Genetic Lottery while exploring the nuanced landscape of behavioral genetics and public discourse around the topic. To examine the latest scientific data regarding facial masculinity and preferences, Murphy references The Oxford Handbook of Evolutionary Psychology and Behavioral Endocrinology, co-edited by Lisa L. M. Welling and Todd K. Shackelford. Through these discussions, Murphy demonstrates a deep commitment to evidence-based science, utilizing established literature to explain the biological and evolutionary factors that drive human interactions, attractiveness, and behavior in modern society.
Books recommended by Macken Murphy
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Romantic Relationships
Discussed“The L Oxford Handbook of evolutionary psychology and romantic relationships that's that's the latest review that I'm aware of”
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The Genetic Lottery
The Genetic Lottery by Kathryn Paige Harden is an examination of behavioral genetics that explores how biological inheritance intersects with social equality and public policy.
Discussed“Paige Harden wrote 'The Genetic Lottery.'”
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The Moral Animal
The Moral Animal by Robert Wright is a popular science exploration of evolutionary psychology that examines how human behavior and modern morality are shaped by natural selection.
Discussed“I fell in love with this subject when I read 'The Moral Animal' by Robert Wright.”
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The Oxford Handbook of Evolutionary Psychology and Behavioral Endocrinology
Discussed“The L Oxford Handbook of evolutionary psychology and romantic relationships that's that's the latest review that I'm aware of”
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Appearances
| Episode | Podcast | Date | Books |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Key Factors That Determine Your Attractiveness - Macken Murphy | Modern Wisdom | 2024-02-29 | 4 |