UnHerd with Freddie Sayers Richard Dawkins: Why men and women are different
Aug 7, 2025
Renowned evolutionary biologist Richard Dawkins tackles the biological differences between men and women and the consequences of ignoring them. He argues that understanding these distinctions is crucial amid rising gender ideology. Discussing gametes, Dawkins outlines the evolutionary changes that shape reproductive behaviors. He also delves into the significance of menopause in human evolution and family dynamics. With a keen eye on the intersection of biology and social identity, he warns against sacrificing scientific truth for political correctness.
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Biological Basis of Sex Binary
- Sex differences in biology are fundamentally defined by gamete size, not social constructs.
- This leads to a natural binary: males produce many small sperm, females produce fewer, larger eggs.
Fourteen Laws of Sex Differences
- Male and female animals exhibit 14 consistent behavioral and physiological patterns rooted in gamete inequality.
- These patterns explain differing reproductive roles and tendencies, seen across many species including humans.
Defend Biological Sex in Medicine
- Reject teaching that sex and gender are social constructs in medical education.
- Doctors must base patient care on biological sex for accurate diagnosis and treatment.
