The Jordan Harbinger Show

694: Carole Hooven | How Testosterone Dominates and Divides Us

Jul 5, 2022

Carole Hooven, a Harvard professor and author of "T: The Story of Testosterone," delves into the complexities of testosterone's role in shaping our identities. She discusses how this hormone influences behavior, athletic performance, and even gender transitions. With insights on the biological and social implications, Carole makes connections between testosterone and topics like toxic masculinity and parenting. The dynamic conversation sheds light on the ongoing debates within science and society about gender and identity, making for a compelling listen.

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Carole Hooven

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Episode notes

Intro

2min

Exploring the Impact of Testosterone on Gender and Identity

2min

Primates, Parenthood, and the Power of Testosterone

22min

The Impact of Testosterone on Behavior and Development

3min

The Impact of Testosterone on Gender and Behavior

17min

Navigating Testosterone and Gender Identity

14min

The Impact of Testosterone on Athletic Performance

2min

Testosterone, Truth, and Tensions in Science

8min

Exploring Masculinity: Myths and Realities

15min

10.

Mastering Life Through Optimization and Goal Setting

2min

11.

Exploring the Role of Testosterone in Society and Gender Dynamics

5min

Carole Hooven (@hoovlet) teaches and co-directs the undergraduate program in the Department of Human Evolutionary Biology at Harvard University, and is the author of T: The Story of Testosterone, the Hormone that Dominates and Divides Us.

What We Discuss with Carole Hooven:

What creates differences between the sexes?
How testosterone is at the core of who we are, regardless of gender.
The ways testosterone shapes our minds and bodies in the womb and beyond.
What we've learned about testosterone from people who have transitioned between genders.
How politics is affecting science and research in testosterone.
And much more...

Full show notes and resources can be found here: jordanharbinger.com/694

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