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The Cancelled Professor: Husbands Are More Dangerous Than You Think! Men Are Hardwired To Cheat! Science Proves Monogamy Isn't Real! - Gad Saad

Sep 9, 2024
In this conversation, Dr. Gad Saad—an evolutionary psychologist and Professor of Marketing at Concordia University—explores the science behind human behavior and relationships. He argues that men are biologically wired to cheat, raising questions about the nature of monogamy. The discussion also touches on genetic influences on social behavior, the dynamics of mate desirability, and the impact of pornography on relationships. Saad delivers controversial insights about masculinity and self-awareness, making the complex world of human relationships both fascinating and thought-provoking.
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  • Dr. Gad Saad emphasizes that domestic violence often springs from jealousy and the evolutionary instinct of paternity uncertainty.
  • The podcast highlights that both men and women have innate desires for sexual variety, complicating modern relationship dynamics.

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Exploring the Danger of Domestic Relationships

The idea that a woman's most dangerous encounter can be her own husband is examined, suggesting the prevalence of domestic violence linked to jealousy and infidelity. Studies indicate that a significant portion of domestic violence cases stems from a husband's suspicion or knowledge of his wife's infidelity, implying a deep evolutionary root in paternity uncertainty. Both men and women have evolved desires for sexual variety, complicating the dynamics of modern relationships. Understanding these primal instincts can shed light on the complexities of cheating and relational conflicts.

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