Stuff You Should Know Kissing Cousins: A History of Marrying Family
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Aug 25, 2022 Dive into the surprisingly common practice of marrying cousins! The discussion spans cultural acceptance and unique marriage customs worldwide. Explore fascinating theories like the Westermark effect and how societal norms shape our views on familial relationships. The hosts tackle the complicated legacy of inbreeding in royal families, revealing unexpected health implications. With humor and historical insight, get ready to rethink your understanding of kinship, attraction, and the taboos surrounding family marriages.
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Seinfeld and Wine Coolers
- Josh and Chuck discussed a Seinfeld episode.
- George tries to seduce his cousin to upset his parents, with wine coolers involved.
Westermarck Effect and Incest Taboos
- The Westermarck effect explains a lack of attraction between people raised together before age six.
- This suggests cultural incest taboos might stem from biological imperatives.
Genetic Sexual Attraction
- Genetic sexual attraction describes a strong attraction between separated family members who reunite.
- It's theorized as a misinterpretation of a powerful familial connection as sexual attraction.