Chris Von Rueden

Chris von Rueden, an anthropologist and Associate Professor at the University of Richmond, explores the fascinating evolution of human leadership. He delves into how status hierarchies emerged in ancestral environments and why followership is crucial. The discussion takes a turn to the Female Leadership Paradox and the dynamics of leadership as group size grows. Rueden contrasts human leadership with that of other species, examining the blend of altruism and selfishness in leaders and the intricacies of social hierarchies throughout history.