Sketchplanations - The Podcast Dunbar's Number
Jan 11, 2024
Biological anthropologist Robin Dunbar's research on meaningful relationships suggests that our brains can handle around 150 people. The podcast explores how this applies to social networks, the impact of social media, and its relevance in business and personal interactions. The hosts also discuss their experiences working in hospitality, the concept of favorites, team sizes, and cultural perspectives on Dunbar's Number.
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1 2 3 4 5 6
Introduction
00:00 • 2min
Working in Pubs and Restaurants
02:26 • 8min
Dunbar's Number and Social Networks
10:38 • 19min
Discussion on Favorites and Two Pizza Teams
29:39 • 2min
The Impact of Team Size and Handshake Overhead
31:15 • 2min
Dunbar's Number and Cultural Perspectives
33:11 • 5min