ManTalks Podcast The Collapse of Social Cognition with Anthony Rispo
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Aug 11, 2025 In a captivating discussion, Anthony Rispo, a psychology graduate from Columbia University, explores the erosion of social cognition and the impact of social media on relationships. He tackles the complexities of disagreement and political polarization, revealing how they fracture connections. Anthony also dives into gender dynamics in dating, the state of therapy for men, and societal narratives around being 'better off alone.' His unique insights challenge conventional thinking on masculinity and the necessity of nuanced dialogue in today's polarized world.
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Social Media Amplifies Binary Thinking
- Social media's speed and reward structure magnify quick judgments and extreme corners of our psyche.
- Anthony Rispo links this to group identity, anxiety, and the outsourcing of autonomy to tribes.
Political Identity Mirrors Social Roles
- Political alignment often maps to differing social priorities like family versus communal values.
- Connor Beaton and Anthony Rispo note men and women trend differently, reflecting temperament and evolutionary patterns.
Biology Still Shapes Gender Patterns
- Anthony Rispo argues sex-linked biology like testosterone and oxytocin shape tendencies toward dominance or bonding.
- He says acknowledging differences doesn't negate equality but recognizes functional adaptation.
