Chapter
Marrying Up and the 'Trophy Wife' Stereotype
08:53 - 13:27 (04:34)
Marrying someone much older or much younger is rare and almost everybody marries someone who is more like them. This is shown to increase the longevity of the marriage.
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According to studies, it's rare for people to marry someone much younger than them.
08:53 - 11:08 (02:15)
Age Gap Relationships
Summary
According to studies, it's rare for people to marry someone much younger than them. Most people tend to marry those who are similar to them in age and other factors.
ChapterMarrying Up and the 'Trophy Wife' Stereotype
EpisodeShort Stuff: Marrying Up
PodcastStuff You Should Know
Homogamy, or the tendency to marry someone with similar backgrounds, education levels and income, is the norm in modern society, instead of "marrying-up" or finding a trophy wife/husband.
11:08 - 13:27 (02:19)
Marriage
Summary
Homogamy, or the tendency to marry someone with similar backgrounds, education levels and income, is the norm in modern society, instead of "marrying-up" or finding a trophy wife/husband. Research shows that marriages where partners are more alike have a higher chance of lasting long-term.