The Joe Rogan Experience #1665 - Carole Hooven
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Jun 10, 2021 Carole Hooven, an evolutionary biologist from Harvard and author of 'T: The Story of Testosterone', dives deep into the complexities of gender and hormones. She discusses how testosterone and estrogen shape behaviors and identity, while exploring the biological underpinnings of gender differences. The conversation touches on contemporary issues like transgender participation in sports and the societal perceptions of masculinity. Hooven emphasizes the need for open dialogue and a nuanced understanding of biology's role in shaping human experiences.
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Transgender Experiences and Testosterone
- Hooven interviewed diverse individuals about their experiences with hormone changes.
- This included transgender people (male to female, female to male, non-binary, and detransitioned).
Testosterone's Impact on Sexuality
- Transgender transitions significantly impact sexuality and sexual experience.
- Female-to-male transitions can lead to viewing women as sexual objects, a shift in orgasm experience.
Evolutionary Basis of Dress Differences
- Hooven and Rogan discuss the differences in dress between men and women.
- They explore the evolutionary basis, linking it to mate selection and reproductive success.
