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Evolutionary Basis of Male and Female Physical Attractiveness
46:22 - 55:54 (09:32)
With the onset of puberty, the difference in hip development and fat deposition creates a sexual dimorphism that affects the waist to hip ratio, making it an attractive trait. Women are more attracted to physical fitness with high shoulder to hip ratio, compared to extremely muscular bodies.
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Women are attracted to men who are physically fit, have a high shoulder to hip ratio, and are taller than them.
46:22 - 49:26 (03:03)
Summary
Women are attracted to men who are physically fit, have a high shoulder to hip ratio, and are taller than them. The evolutionary desires can be overridden by current cultural trends that represent other desirable aspects like wealth, although some physical characteristics such as height and fitness may still be preferred.
ChapterEvolutionary Basis of Male and Female Physical Attractiveness
Episode#282 – David Buss: Sex, Dating, Relationships, and Sex Differences
PodcastLex Fridman Podcast
In the past, humans couldn't stockpile resources, but cash economies have allowed for a massive explosion in inequality.
49:26 - 51:39 (02:13)
Summary
In the past, humans couldn't stockpile resources, but cash economies have allowed for a massive explosion in inequality. Though they're relatively recent, our societies now rely on these economies to function.
ChapterEvolutionary Basis of Male and Female Physical Attractiveness
Episode#282 – David Buss: Sex, Dating, Relationships, and Sex Differences
PodcastLex Fridman Podcast
This podcast episode discusses the relationship between waist-hip ratio and sexual dimorphism during puberty, as well as the potential cultural and evolutionary factors that influence the perceived value of penis size.
51:39 - 55:54 (04:15)
Summary
This podcast episode discusses the relationship between waist-hip ratio and sexual dimorphism during puberty, as well as the potential cultural and evolutionary factors that influence the perceived value of penis size.