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.

Dr Gad Saad, Evolutionary Psychologist, discusses the source of happiness, existential discontent, misconceptions about happiness, genetics, choosing a partner, marriage and happiness, sex and happiness, and strategies for becoming more anti-fragile. The podcast also explores the toll of culture wars on mental well-being, the conception of happiness and common misconceptions, the link between sex and happiness, regret and decision-making, the power of optimism, and strategies for avoiding a life you hate.

Dr. Jordan B. Peterson and Dr. Gad Saad discuss his newly published book, “The Saad Truth about Happiness: 8 Secrets for Leading the Good Life.” They also discuss the parasitic ability that ideas can have on the human mind, the predictors for left wing authoritarianism, the evolutionary argument for why humans are spiritual beings, the biblically rooted idea that divinity exists and manifests within rather than from without, the connections between religiosity and true happiness, and how the spirit of play is integral to living a meaningful life. Gad Saad, Ph.D is a Canadian author, professor, podcaster, researcher, and public speaker. Saad was born in 1964 to a Jewish family (Considers himself culturally Jewish, though he is spiritually atheist) in Beirut, Lebanon, before his family fled to Canada in order to escape the Lebanese civil war in 1975. Saad earned his B.Sc. and M.B.A at McGill University, followed by an M.Sc. and a Ph.D from Cornell University. Since 1994, Saad has been a professor in marketing at the John Molson School of Business at Concordia University, Quebec. From 2012 to 2015, Saad was the editor of the scientific journal Evolutionary Psychology, and currently writes a blog for Psychology Today called Homo Consumericus. Saad’s research pertains to hormonal effects from testosterone and menstruation on consumer decisions as well as risk assessment. Saad also runs a popular podcast, The Saad Truth, which has garnered over 20 million views on youtube alone.  - Links - For Dr. Gad Saad: “The Saad Truth About Happiness: 8 Rules for Living the Good Life” (NEW Book): https://a.co/d/1IqTyM9 Twitter: https://twitter.com/GadSaad Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Dr.Gad.Saad/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/doctorgadsaad/ YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCLH7qUqM0PLieCVaHA7RegA Spotify Podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/5T2wjkFxsjvuxO1SDcZh29 Apple podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/the-saad-truth-with-dr-saad/id1516343565

Professor Gad Saad discusses topics ranging from navigating controversies in academia to the roots of anti-Semitism, human behavior, AI advancements in medicine, and the enigmatic figures of Hunter S. Thompson and a mathematician's time travel theories.

Renowned author and YouTuber, Gad Saad, explores the controversial path to happiness by focusing on truth and authenticity. He discusses the need for intellectual variety, being anti-fragile, and handling opposing views. The podcast also touches on the importance of quality food, exploring different perspectives, and the power of reading fiction.

In this conversation with Gad Saad, a prominent commentator on societal issues and a survivor of the Lebanese civil war, they dive into the shadow of potential civil unrest in the West, sparked by political tensions surrounding Donald Trump. Saad critiques hiring practices in academia that prioritize identity over talent and emphasizes the importance of truth in governance. He discusses the implications of modern discourse on gender identity, challenging conventional beliefs. Their discourse invites listeners to reflect on the interplay of empathy, rationality, and societal values.

In this enlightening discussion with Gad Saad, he shares his unique perspectives on life, happiness, and truth. He explores the evolutionary reasons for religion, the dangers of confusing equality of opportunities with equality of outcomes, and the high price of personal freedom. Gad also discusses finding happiness in the face of failure and rejection, the importance of personal agency, and the key to solving novel problems. Don't miss out on this riveting conversation!

Gad Saad, a professor and author originally from Lebanon, shares his harrowing journey as a Jewish refugee during the civil war. He warns about the rising anti-Semitism and the dangers of identity politics echoing Lebanon's chaotic past. Saad emphasizes how vital Western values like freedom of speech are under threat and critiques contemporary ideologies that distort human nature. He also discusses the suppression of dissent in academia, stressing the importance of open dialogue to combat increasing extremism.

Everyone wants to be happy. The question “How can I be happy?” drives countless decisions across the world, and billions of dollars are spent on marketing a wide variety of answers to it. Increasing evidence shows, however, that unhappiness is on the rise. Already known to an audience of hundreds of thousands as “the therapist for everyone,” Dr. Saad contends that happiness is not merely a changeable mood, but a process toward which all people can strive by following basic steps known to humans for millennia; happiness can be measured and assessed, and strategies devised to achieve it. Drawing on scientific studies, the wisdom of ancient philosophy and religion, and his extraordinary personal experience as a refugee from war-torn Lebanon, Gad offers a provocative, helpful, and entertaining treatise on how to strive for happiness, win it, and keep it. Gad Saad, PhD, one of the best-known public intellectuals fighting the tyranny of political correctness, is a professor of marketing at the John Molson School of Business at Concordia University, where he held the Research Chair in Evolutionary Behavioral Sciences and Darwinian Consumption from 2008 to 2018. A pioneer in the application of evolutionary psychology to consumer behavior, he is the author of The Evolutionary Bases of Consumption, The Consuming Instinct, and numerous scientific papers and the editor of the book Evolutionary Psychology in the Business Sciences. His previous bestselling popular trade book is The Parasitic Mind: How Infectious Ideas Are Killing Common Sense. His new book is The Saad Truth about Happiness: 8 Secrets for Leading the Good Life. Shermer and Saad discuss: operational definitions of the “good life,” “happiness,” and “well being” • emotions • eudaimonia (the pursuit of meaning) versus hedonism (the pursuit of pleasure) • genetics and heritability • cultural components • the Big Five (OCEAN) • marriage (mate selection) • health • exercise and stress reduction • religion • anti-fragility • a playful outlook and curiosity • variety (the “spice of life”) • what the ancient Greeks got right about living the good life • how failure may actually be a key to more happiness • persistence, grit, and risk taking • regret and the dark side of consumption and addictions.

Gad Saad discusses the impact of postmodernism in the Western world, including victimhood culture, decline of happiness, limits of human relationships, role of religion in happiness, importance of play, correlation between happiness and severity of Covid-19 measures, creating a happier society, and understanding eudaimonia and hedonism.