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The Role of Natural Selection in Shaping Morality and Commitment
51:00 - 54:37 (03:37)
The speaker reflects on how natural selection has shaped human capacities for morality and commitment, and how often people overlook the role of social selection.
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The idea that humans are inherently selfish is a simplistic view of natural selection, which can shape us to have capacities for morality and commitment.
51:00 - 52:10 (01:10)
Evolutionary Psychology
Summary
The idea that humans are inherently selfish is a simplistic view of natural selection, which can shape us to have capacities for morality and commitment. John Tooby talks about the banker's paradox and the importance of balancing social exchanges to foster genuine care and love between partners.
ChapterThe Role of Natural Selection in Shaping Morality and Commitment
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PodcastModern Wisdom
The way society selects people shapes their capacities for genuine algorithms and genuine morality.
52:10 - 54:37 (02:26)
Social Selection
Summary
The way society selects people shapes their capacities for genuine algorithms and genuine morality. Bankers are hesitant to loan money to those without collateral, and those who abuse the system are like Bernie Madoff.