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Gender and Polygamy
57:11 - 1:07:11 (10:00)
The idea that men naturally prefer polygamy because they can have more offspring has been debunked by two studies. Both men and women were asked about their interest in polygynous and polyandry relationships, revealing a discrepancy between what men say they want and what they actually choose.
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A researcher explains how her study on polygyny, or multiple wives for one man, unexpectedly became a study on consensual non-monogamy in the UK and the psychology behind it.
57:11 - 1:00:20 (03:09)
Summary
A researcher explains how her study on polygyny, or multiple wives for one man, unexpectedly became a study on consensual non-monogamy in the UK and the psychology behind it.
ChapterGender and Polygamy
Episode#601 - Dr Andrew Thomas - Evolution's Secrets To Understanding Relationships
PodcastModern Wisdom
Men are more likely to accept being part of a female's harem, while women are not keen on the idea of sharing a partner.
1:00:21 - 1:04:04 (03:43)
Summary
Men are more likely to accept being part of a female's harem, while women are not keen on the idea of sharing a partner. Intra-sexual competition between women in history has led to various forms of trickery and harm towards each other, unlike that of men.
ChapterGender and Polygamy
Episode#601 - Dr Andrew Thomas - Evolution's Secrets To Understanding Relationships
PodcastModern Wisdom
It has been argued that the oppression of women, such as female genital mutilation, is linked to the desire for less chance of an unstable harem.
1:04:04 - 1:07:11 (03:06)
Summary
It has been argued that the oppression of women, such as female genital mutilation, is linked to the desire for less chance of an unstable harem. Women with less freedom tend to gain access to things through men, leading to a reliance on men for personal and financial aspects of their lives, according to a Chinese woman's culture insight.