
Human Nature with Roni Fouks
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Feb 17, 2024 • 1h 7min
Ep. 48 - Bettina Arndt: Are Feminists Pro-Women or Anti-Men?
In today's episode, I spoke with Bettina Arndt, delving into the often-overlooked issue of an anti-male culture shaped by evolving feminist dynamics since the 1960s. * Anti-Men Culture: Explore how empowering women inadvertently led to an anti-male philosophy, leaving some men feeling powerless in a system stacked against them. * Sex in Marriage: Drawing from her book "Sex Diaries", Bettina shared the secrets of couples who maintain vital sex lives, and the more frequent issue of sex-starved husbands and the emotional toll. * Toxic Femininity: We spoke about Bettina's popular "Politics of Cleavage" video, where she discusses the power of female sexuality, and how women should use this power wisely - instead of making men feel like creeps. Share your thoughts in the comments below and continue the conversation. I love hearing from you! 💬Bettina Arndt is a rare public voice speaking on behalf of men – and the women who love them. This respected social commentator is renowned for tackling unmentionable topics. A former clinical psychologist and one of Australia’s first sex therapists, she first became well-known for breaking down taboos about talking about sex. She now writes an influential blog on Substack denouncing feminism and advocating for men’s rights, as well as providing support for falsely accused men on campuses and elsewhere. For more of Bettina’s work:* Sex Diaries: Why Women Go Off Sex and Other Bedroom Battles* #MenToo * Bettina's Substack This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit ronifouks.substack.com/subscribe

Feb 12, 2024 • 1h 25min
Ep. 47 - Leonard Sax: Why Boys Today Are Struggling
In today's episode, I spoke with Leonard Sax about his book 'Boys Adrift: The Five Factors Driving the Growing Epidemic of Unmotivated Boys and Underachieving Young Men'. Leonard Sax is an American psychologist and a practicing family physician. He is best known as the author of four books for parents: Boys Adrift, Girls on the Edge, Why Gender Matters, and the Collapse of Parenting. Highlights * 00:00 Intro * 6:52 Factor 1: Schools * 23:27 Motivation & Personality * 33:52 Factor 2: Video Games * 41:40 Roni's World of Warcraft Days * 53:07 Factor 3: ADHD Meds * 1:06:44 Factor 4: Endocrine Disruptors * 1:13:37 Factor 5: Male Role Models * 1:21:32 Don't Let Toxic Pop Culture Raise Your Children * 1:23:55 Where You Can Find Leonard's Work This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit ronifouks.substack.com/subscribe

Feb 3, 2024 • 1h 12min
Ep. 46 - Seth Allison: Humans Are Built for Love & Connection
In today’s episode, I spoke with Seth Allison, a licensed clinical professional counselor and founder of the Grow Collective, a growth-focused collective of psychologists. We spoke about his latest conversation with John Vervaeke and the unique perspectives he shared there about attachment and relationality. We dove into attachment theory, how humans are built for connection, and the visceral experience of being loved and seen by an intimate other. Seth has a very nuanced perspective on attachment, and we explored what happens when the early attachment relationship between parent and child is disrupted, and whether we should regard our attachment style as a lifetime diagnosis. We spoke about monogamy, Sue Johnson’s Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) for couples, and why conflicts between couples tend to be so explosive. We explored Sue’s idea of primary and secondary emotions, and how in most fights, we often use anger to mask how terrified we are of being abandoned by our partner. Towards the end of our conversation, we spoke about intergenerational trauma, how insecure attachment is often passed down from generation to generation, and what we need to do to break the cycle. We discussed the role of warfare in the perpetuation of insecure attachment and I shared my newfound understanding of grief. Ultimately, the price of love and attachment is the pain and grief of loss. I hope you enjoy this episode. Seth and I will be recording another episode where we plan on exploring Internal Family Systems (IFS) and Jung. Let us know in the comments below if there are any questions you’d like us to answer in the next episode 💬Seth is an attachment-based therapist, working with adults, couples, and families. For more information about Seth’s work and the Grow Collective, click here.00:00 Intro & Seth’s Background9:55 Humans Are Built for Connection11:10 fMRI Study: Love Makes The World Less Painful18:29 Are We Built for Monogamy?22:38 Do Relationship Promote or Stifle Personal Growth?30:14 Are Attachment Styles Real?35:03 Attachment Parenting is Not Gentle Parenting42:13 Changing Your Attachment Style through Relationship48:40 EFT Couples Therapy & Why Fights Get So Intense56:31 Secure Attachment Can Heal Intergenerational Trauma59:58 Does Intergenerational Trauma Stem from War?1:05:12 “I didn’t understand grief until I was married” This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit ronifouks.substack.com/subscribe

Jan 27, 2024 • 1h 12min
Ep. 45 - Barbara Oakley: The Dark Side of Empathy
In today's episode, I spoke with Barbara Oakley about her work on pathological altruism and the dark side of empathy. Our discussion began by delving into Barbara's unique background and experiences, gaining valuable insights into her journey. As the conversation unfolded, we addressed society's blindspot for pathological altruism, unraveling the Christian roots at the heart of our assumption that empathy for the weak and victimized is always good. The darker facets of empathy took center stage as we explored its potential for destructiveness in contexts such as codependency and abusive relationships. Our exploration extended to the cultural nuances surrounding altruism, shedding light on how its definition can significantly vary across diverse societies. A focal point of our conversation was the vulnerability of highly agreeable individuals, particularly women, and their susceptibility to the influence of narcissistic personalities. We examined the potential harm in advising highly agreeable individuals to be more empathetic, since such a message can have a reinforcing effect on their self-sacrificing tendencies. Instead, agreeable people should be taught and encouraged to create healthy boundaries between themselves and others - boundaries that allow them to empathize with others without overidentifying and becoming consumed by others' feelings. We explored how Simon Baron Cohen's 'Empathizing - Systemizing' spectrum can be used to understand the characteristics of a hyper-empathizing brain type. Our conversation extended to the influence of universities on ideologies, where we explored the promotion of Marxism, victimhood, and a pressure to conform to a perception of niceness. We also mentioned the overemphasis on teamwork in universities and its potential exploitation to the detriment of individual growth. Lastly, we visited Ayn Rand's important work in warning the world of the dangers of socialism and misplaced altruism. Barbara shared some surprising facts about Ayn Rand's individualistic personality, which no doubt gave her the strength to speak out against the Soviet Union. We explored Ayn Rand's idea of selfishness and how a more expansive definition of the self can be used to integrate her philosophy with values such as relationships, family, and community. I hope you enjoy this episode. Do let me know what you think about the dark side of empathy and agreeableness. Can you relate? Share your thoughts in the comments below. 💬 Barbara Ann Oakley is an American professor of engineering at Oakland University and McMaster University whose online courses on learning are some of the most popular massive open online course classes in the world. She is involved in multiple areas of research, ranging from behavioral science and STEM education, to learning practices. 🔗 Barbara's WebsiteCheck out her books below:📚 Cold Blooded Kindness📚 Pathological Altruism📚 Evil Genes📚 Mindshift00:00 Intro & Barbara's Journey 7:09 Why We Have a Blindspot for Pathological Altruism 8:35 Battered-Wives, Codependency, & When Empathy Turns Destructive 9:46 The Definition of Altruism Varies Across Cultures 11:46 Highly Agreeable Women Fall Prey to Narcissistic Men 17:41 Telling a Highly Agreeable Person to Be More Empathetic Can Be Harmful 19:34 Simon Baron Cohen's 'Empathizing - Systemizing' Spectrum 22:40 Why Empathy Isn't Always Good & When to Emotionally Disconnect 26:54 Healthy Balance Between Self-Interest & Empathizing w/ Others 29:14 Teamwork is Overemphasized & Taken Advantage of in Universities 31:18 Universities Push Marxism, Victimhood, & Always Being 'Nice' 32:06 Balancing Self & Other: What Did Ayn Rand Mean By Self Interest? 35:25 Marxism Doesn't Take Narcissists Into Account 37:55 Ayn Rand's Personality Gave Her Strength to Speak Out 40:31 Evidence that Ayn Rand Had a Narcissistic Personality Disorder 43:41 More Expansive Definition of Self: Me & Mine 44:18 Marxist Axioms: Selflessness is Good & We Can Change Human Nature 45:15 Case Study: Humanitarian Aid to Palestine Used for Terrorism 47:39 Confirmation Bias & Siding w/ the Underdog 50:06 Karl Popper's "Paradox of Tolerance" 51:53 Some People Care More About *Appearing* Good & Moral 54:19 Narcissists Like to Stick Together 55:16 Jordan Peterson's Research on Left-Wing Authoritarianism 56:24 How Do We Learn? 58:16 Practicing Is Good For Learning 1:00:23 Two Brain Networks & Modes of Thinking 1:02:02 Tedious Practice Can Lead to Mastery & Creativity 1:04:06 Applying These Strategies at Work & The Pomodoro Technique 1:07:30 Taking Breaks Increases Productivity & Insights This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit ronifouks.substack.com/subscribe

Jan 23, 2024 • 1h 7min
Ep. 44 - Erica Komisar: The Maternal Instinct, Attachment, Rethinking Daycare, & Feminism
In today's episode, I spoke with Erica Komisar about her best-selling book 'Being There: Why Prioritizing Motherhood in the First Three Years Matters'. We started with a quick mention of Erica's recent speech at the Alliance for Responsible Citizenship (ARC) Conference organized by Jordan Peterson, where she spoke about the importance of a mother's love, presence, and emotional attunement in the first three years of a child's life.Erica brought us into her world of attachment, child development, and psychoanalysis, and she explained why the maternal instinct is not 'a ploy devised by the patriarchy to keep women at home' - rather it is an ancient, in-built biological system, common to all mammals. Human babies are born especially vulnerable compared to other mammals, and they rely on their mother for moment-to-moment emotion regulation. Erica explained how the early attachment relationship between mother and baby affects that child's future attachment security, emotional resilience, and social skills.We spoke about the negative consequences that daycare can have on children's mental and physical health, and why we need to rethink the way we look at daycare - in terms of the length of time a child spends each day in daycare and the age at which they begin. For example, children who went to daycare were shown to have elevated levels of salivary cortisol, a biomarker for stress, that's correlated with the development of diseases of inflammation later on. Erica explains how a toddler's aggressive behavior or constant acting out is often their fight-or-flight response to the overwhelming stress of being disconnected from their mothers for extended periods of time.We discussed the difficulties of postpartum depression, how it is often related to a woman being emotionally disconnected and uninterested in her baby, and why so many women are suffering from postpartum depression these days.We also gave a shout out to dads, highlighting the tremendous role that a father has in his child's development. We spoke about how mothers and fathers parent differently, why these differences are important, and why both roles are necessary. For instance - fathers are especially important for regulating a child's aggression, enforcing boundaries, and facilitating the child's gradual separation from the mother through rough-and-tumble play.Lastly, we spoke about the important achievements of second wave feminism - and where we each thought the movement went wrong. We discussed the paradox of a feminist movement that fought for women's right to be just like men - while devaluing femininity as such. Erica and I hope to see the pendulum swing back into a more balanced direction! One where women can have it all, just in different ways at different times.I would love to hear your thoughts on the topics we raised today - did you agree or disagree? Do you have any questions for Erica that you'd like us to explore in a future episode? Share your thoughts in the comments below 💬---------------------------------------------------------------------------Erica Komisar is a licensed clinical social worker, psychoanalyst, and author of two best-selling developmental psychology books.Check out her books below:📚 Being There: Why Prioritizing Motherhood in the First Three Years Matters📚 Chicken Little the Sky Isn't Falling: Raising Resilient Adolescents in the New Age of Anxiety---------------------------------------------------------------------------00:00 Intro & Erica's ARC Conference Speech5:00 Why Babies Need Their Mothers14:30 Why Feminists Think the 'Maternal Instinct' is an Invention of the Patriarchy18:12 When Mom Isn't There: Stress, Insecure Attachment, & Emotional Dysregulation24:26 How Do I Know if Daycare is Negatively Affecting My Child?28:01 A Toddler's Aggressive Behavior is a Fight or Flight Response30:10 Do Children Need Daycare for the Socialization?32:40 Genetics x Environment: Emotional Sensitivity Can Turn into Mental Illness36:47 Causes of Postpartum Depression & Why It Takes a Village to Care for a Mother45:02 Developing a Career Alongside Motherhood50:30 The Important Role of Fathers57:40 Where Feminism Went Wrong: Why Feminists are Against Motherhood1:02:27 Should Everyone Have Children? How To Prepare for Motherhood1:06:43 Where to Find More of Erica's Work This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit ronifouks.substack.com/subscribe

Jan 14, 2024 • 1h 30min
Ep. 43 - Robert Plomin: Genetically-Minded Parenting & How DNA Shapes Our Personality
In today's episode, I spoke with Prof. Robert Plomin, a leading expert in psychology and behavioral genetics, and the author of "Blueprint: How DNA Makes Us Who We Are." Through his research and best-selling book, Robert has made a strong case for the 'nature' side of the Nature vs. Nurture debate. We spoke at length about the significant role genetics play in shaping our personalities, behaviors, and preferences. It might be more than you think! We kick off the episode exploring the misunderstood concept of heritability. Robert clarifies that heritability does not equal inevitability, shedding light on how genetic research focuses on 'what is', not 'what could be'. As we discussed the vast history of adoption and twin studies, we explored the roles that our genes and our environment have in shaping who we are. For example, adoption studies have consistently shown that adopted children had more in common with their biological parents than their adopted parents, suggesting that genes play a stronger role than the environment in shaping a child's personality and behavioral tendencies. Robert shed light on the distinction between shared vs. non-shared environments and how individuals with distinct temperaments can shape their surroundings in quite unique ways. Even within the same family, siblings can elicit vastly different responses from their parents due to the differences in their genes and personality. We then dove into the world of personality, speaking about how genes show up in early temperament dimensions, such as a child's tendency to 'approach' or 'avoid', as well as in more developed traits such as extraversion and neuroticism. Robert and I spoke about the research on IQ and genetics, noting the heritability and correlation of general intelligence 'g', school achievement, and other cognitive abilities. He explained the concept of 'generalist genes' and how - even though single-gene disorders do exist - more often than not genes are ‘generalists’, such that a single gene influences many traits & a single trait is often influenced by many genes. With that in mind, we spoke about how psychopathologies are essentially extreme ends of normal personality traits. Rather than there being a 'distinct gene for schizophrenia', genetic research is showing that schizophrenia is highly correlated with the genetic roots of openness, creativity, and divergent thinking. We also spoke about how OCD can be thought of as an extreme manifestation of conscientiousness and orderliness, and ADHD can be thought of as extreme levels of activity, energy, and need for variety and movement. For parents tuning in, we spoke at length about how this research can influence the way we parent. Robert emphasizes the importance of facilitating a child's natural development rather than molding them in a specific direction. Much of our child's personality, behaviors, and preferences are determined by their genetics. The best we can do is help them explore their innate interests and to develop their natural strengths as much as they can through practice and experience. We finished off with DNA genotyping, polygenic scores, and services like 23andMe, Ancestry.com, and Stratagene to find out more about your own genetics. Tune in to gain a deeper understanding of how your genetic blueprint shapes who you are. If you're curious about personality, intelligence, and the broader implications of genetic science, this episode is a must-listen. Enjoy the journey into the fascinating world of behavioral genetics with Prof. Robert Plomin. For more insights from Prof. Plomin, check out his work, and don't forget to subscribe for future episodes! 📚 Blueprint: How DNA Makes Us Who We Are Thank you for being part of The Bigger Picture community.00:00 Genetics 101: What Does Heritability Actually Mean? 9:54 Twin & Adoption Studies 17:13 Genetics Matter More As We Age 19:03 Genetics Play a Big Role in IQ & Cognitive Abilities 22:10 The Race to University: We're Putting Too Much Pressure on Kids 23:47 A Message to Parents: Genes Greatly Influence Your Child's Personality! 31:46 Twin Studies & Shared vs. Non-Shared Environments 39:00 The Nature of Nurture: Our Genes Also Shape Our Environment 44:23 Provocative Observations: Bad Behavior Runs in a Family because of Genes 46:45 Novelty Seeking & Extraversion: Traits Linked with Cheating & Divorce 47:39 Personality & Genes 1:01:06 Psychopathologies are Extreme Ends of Normal Personality Traits 1:14:15 DNA Revolution: 23andMe, Ancestry.com, Stratagene, SNPs, & Polygenic Scores This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit ronifouks.substack.com/subscribe

Jan 7, 2024 • 1h 19min
Ep. 42 - Marianne Brandon: Sex, Love, Marriage, & The Future of Intimacy
In today's episode I spoke with Dr. Marianne Brandon, a clinical psychologist, sex therapist, and author. We spoke about Marianne's killer book Monogamy: The Untold Story. In the book, Marianne takes us through the most common challenges of monogamy - but says they’re not inevitable! By understanding the usual ways in which sex drives in marriage get derailed - Marianne shows us how we can overcome these common pitfalls and keep the magic very much alive. We talked about the differences between men and women's sex drives, what men and women need in their relationship, and what couples can do to find a good balance. We spoke about the damaging effects of birth control pills on women’s sex drive and how hormonal replacement therapy (HRT) can be a good solution for women who are particularly affected by perimenopausal symptoms.We spoke about how women often get dissociated from their bodies and how this can affect their sex lives. Marianne mentioned that yoga and brief meditations can make a big difference, helping women who feel disconnected from their bodies to re-attune to their bodily sensations. We also spoke about how some women still carry a lot of shame around sex because of messages they internalized in their earlier years. Marianne told us how she works with such women to release shameful feelings around sex and pleasure - especially when in the context of a loving, committed relationship. We spoke about the different forms of infidelity and the various, creative ways in which people cheat on each other. Marianne gave us the details on what she's seen - from gray areas like sexting, porn, and OnlyFans to more clear forms of cheating like hook-up apps for married people and full-blown affairs. We spoke about the beauty of monogamy and why humans are built for pair-bonding and attachment, even though monogamous relationships have their challenges. We gave our thoughts on why polyamory eventually ends in disaster - even with the best of intentions - and why Marianne considers polyamory a last resort. We finished by speaking about Marianne’s Psychology Today blog 'The Future of Intimacy', where she shares helpful, practical advice for couples in the modern world. We dove into some of her most popular articles, where she talks about how modern couples can maintain a vital sex life, what to do if you're interested in sex - just not with your partner, and how advancements in sex tech - like VR porn and sex robots - are going to revolutionize the sexual marketplace.I hope you enjoy this episode. Be sure to leave a comment and share your thoughts! 💬00:00 Why Do So Many Married Couples Stop Having Sex? 7:25 Making Love vs. Primal Power Dynamics 11:20 There's No Version of "Fifty Shades of Grey" for Men 15:26 Common Complaints: Why Women Stop Wanting Sex 21:22 Birth Control Pills Kill Your Sex Drive 26:17 What Can Husbands Do to Have More Sex 34:24 Women: Being Connected to Our Bodies & Letting Go of Shame 43:10 Polyamory, Cheating, & Infidelity Gray Areas 50:20 Who Struggles Most with Monogamy? 56:10 Keeping the *Spark* Alive: Never Stop Flirting & Dating 59:12 “Set Your House in Perfect Order Before You Criticize the World” 1:01:12 Polygamous Societies Are The Most Violent Throughout History 1:02:08 Men Are Numbing Themselves with Drugs & Porn 1:04:00 VR Porn & The Future of Sex Tech 1:12:48 Good News: Will VR Porn Replace Sex Workers? This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit ronifouks.substack.com/subscribe

Jan 1, 2024 • 1h 22min
Ep. 41 - Randy Thornhill: Beauty & Health, Politics & Disease, & The Evolutionary Truth About Rape
In today's episode, I spoke with Randy Thornhill, about the biological basis of beauty, how diseases influence political views and values, and the evolutionary history of rape and sexual coercion. We spoke about how hormonal health influences sexual attraction, how developmental health influences our facial symmetry, and how improving our health can have a direct effect on our beauty and attractiveness. We also discussed Randy’s groundbreaking theory called the Parasite-Stress Theory - which has shown that authoritarian and liberal views are often driven by the extent to which we’re exposed to infectious diseases. The more infectious diseases there are in an area, the more suspicious of outsiders we become, and vice versa. These mechanisms are part of our 'behavioral immune system'. This theory has really important implications for understanding how we construct our values and how certain factors of our environment, that we’re mostly unaware of, can completely shape our perception. We then went on to speak about another one of Randy’s important books - 'The Natural History of Rape'. This is obviously a difficult subject to cover, and we did our best to do it justice, and to lay out Randy’s findings on the evolutionary roots of sexual coercion and why it exists. Not a pretty truth, for sure, but it is an important truth nonetheless, and I hope you find it useful. I am very interested in hearing your thoughts on the ideas raised here. Do they make sense? Do you agree? Let me know your thoughts in the comments. Randy Thornhill is a professor of evolutionary biology at the University of New Mexico. His parasite-stress theory, or pathogen-stress theory, is a theory of human evolution proposing that parasites and diseases encountered by a species shape the development of the values and qualities of that species. This theory has revolutionized evolutionary psychology and has been highly replicated since its conception.00:00 Evolutionary & Biological Basis of Beauty 2:10 Hormonal Health & The Effects of Estrogen & Testosterone 10:25 Developmental Health & Bilateral Symmetry 19:10 We Can Look More Beautiful by Being Healthier 25:17 Parasite-Stress Theory: How Diseases Influence Political Views 28:35 Xenophobia is a Behavioral Immune System Response 52:11 "The Natural History of Rape" 58:55 Age of Rape Victims 1:02:28 Is Rape About Power? 1:09:53 Rape is a Low-Cost Strategy This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit ronifouks.substack.com/subscribe

Dec 18, 2023 • 60min
Ep. 40 - Louise Hawkley: Loneliness & Its Effects on Physical and Mental Health
In today's episode, I spoke with Louise Hawkley about loneliness. We spoke about the paradox of feeling lonely even when surrounded by people, why loneliness is so painful to us on a visceral level, and how we are hardwired for social connection.Louise’s work has shown the significant consequences that loneliness can have on our mental health and our physical health. Loneliness can completely distort the way we see the world, and it can have serious physiological, hormonal, and genetic effects. We also discussed some of the drivers of loneliness in our modern world - such as social media and changing family dynamics - and finally, what we can do about it. We shared practical ways to combat loneliness, overcome social anxiety, and cultivate more meaningful relationships. Tune in to learn more about loneliness and the ways in which we can build a more connected society. Prof. Louise Hawkley is a principal research scientist at NORC of the University of Chicago, and her research focuses on loneliness, its impacts on physical and mental health, with a special emphasis on the aging population. -- 00:00 Intro 01:02 What is loneliness? 04:33 Why is loneliness so painful? 06:00 Are we in a loneliness epidemic? 09:44 Mental health effects of chronic loneliness 14:45 Overcoming social anxiety 19:45 Loneliness causes diseases of inflammation 31:00 Cultivating relationships for life 34:28 Men and women suffer from different types of loneliness 39:14 Causes for the rise in loneliness - is social media to blame? 44:00 Authenticity is key for true belonging This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit ronifouks.substack.com/subscribe

Dec 18, 2023 • 1h 52min
Ep. 39 - Bryan Caplan: Should You Be A Feminist, In Defense of Louise Perry, & Pros & Cons of Nationalism
In this episode, I spoke with Bryan Caplan, a professor of economics and an avid author on the culture wars. Bryan wrote a book called “Don’t Be a Feminist: A Letter to My Daughter” and we discussed some of the issues with modern feminism today. We spoke about his latest appearance on Louise Perry’s podcast Maiden Mother Matriarch and some of the disagreements that they had there. I did my best to defend Louise’s book 'The Case Against the Sexual Revolution' and her critique of the extremely liberal sexual culture we find ourselves in, because I think it’s an important message for young women and men who want to find a long-term relationship and find themselves disillusioned with the current status quo of dating. We talked about Bryan's advice on dating today and how men and women can overcome their social anxiety when trying to find love. And lastly, we spoke about Bryan’s new book that will be coming out soon “You Will Not Stampede Me: Essays on Non-Conformism” and we got into a bit of a debate on nationalism. I am very interested in hearing your opinions on the points we raised on feminism, modern dating, and nationalism, so do leave a comment and share your thoughts. --- 00:00 Intro 01:22 Why You Shouldn't Be a Feminist 06:17 How Do We Define Fairness & Equality? 24:00 Are Gender Norms Harmful? 41:24 Louise Perry & The Case Against the Sexual Revolution 1:20:00 Is Nationalism Good or Bad? This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit ronifouks.substack.com/subscribe