The Mating Grounds Podcast
Tucker Max and Dr. Geoffrey Miller
The Mating Grounds Podcast is a collaboration between #1 bestselling author, Tucker Max, and renowned evolutionary psychologist, Professor Geoffrey Miller, to teach men how to be successful with women, dating and relationships.
Through discussions and interviews with the worlds leading experts in human sexuality, psychology, animal behavior, genetics and behavioral studies, they explain in clear and actionable terms precisely what men need to know about sex, dating, relationships, and women, and how to improve yourself in all of those areas.
Plainly put: this is the advice that men wish they had heard when they were 16, that teaches them all the important lessons about sex and dating they are desperate to learn.
Through discussions and interviews with the worlds leading experts in human sexuality, psychology, animal behavior, genetics and behavioral studies, they explain in clear and actionable terms precisely what men need to know about sex, dating, relationships, and women, and how to improve yourself in all of those areas.
Plainly put: this is the advice that men wish they had heard when they were 16, that teaches them all the important lessons about sex and dating they are desperate to learn.
Episodes
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Sep 1, 2014 • 52min
The Women You Should Pick For Hook-ups (And Which Ones to Avoid)
If you've been listening to these podcasts and applying our advice, then you'll eventually reach a stage where you actually have a choice in the women you can hook up with (or you may already be there, if so, good for you). When that happens, there are certain types of women you should look for and hook-up with, and others you need to avoid (or pay the price).
Luckily, you can benefit from our experience, because we've been with all types.
By the end of this episode you'll know what to look out for in order to find great women who are open to hooking up, and you'll also know what the big negative warning signs are - and the potential costs of ignoring them.
4 snips
Aug 29, 2014 • 1h 21min
John Romaniello Interview
John Romaniello is an entrepreneur, fitness trainer and best-selling author. In this interview Roman opens up about his transformation from skinny, dorky high school kid to becoming a bodybuilder, a model and a guy who's friends with Arnold Schwarzenegger.
No one goes through that kind of change without learning a few things. Specifically, Roman will tell you how to develop confidence, the small change that dramatically improved his interactions with women, and how to highlight your good qualities in an authentic, organic way.
Aug 28, 2014 • 13min
How Do You Show You Want Hook Up and Not Date?
A lot of guys just want short-term hook-ups, but they have problems both accepting this for themselves, and communicating it to women.
In answer to a listener question, Tucker, Nils and Dr. Miller tell you how to solve both of these problems, and explain how to be honest with yourself about what you want, and how to find women who want the same thing as you do.
Aug 27, 2014 • 16min
How Do I Get a Woman's Phone Number When I'm Talking To Her?
Dr. Carin Perilloux, a previous guest, joins Tucker and Dr. Miller to explain why focusing on getting a woman's phone number is missing the point. They discuss strategies for initiating contact, the importance of making concrete plans for future meetups, and the difference between asking for a number with and without a plan. They also provide advice for navigating situations where asking for contact information may be more appropriate than a phone number.
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Aug 26, 2014 • 13min
How Short Guys Can Hook-up Better
This podcast focuses on how short guys can improve their chances in dating. Tactics discussed include being transparent about height, choosing seated positions, and paying attention to physical appearance. The podcast also explores the difficulties faced by short individuals in social situations and offers strategies to enhance dating prospects, such as focusing on confidence and physical fitness. Additionally, the hosts reference a study on women's preferences for shoulder-to-waist ratio and highlight successful short actors.
5 snips
Aug 25, 2014 • 1h 10min
How To Figure Out Which Relationship Is Right For You
All relationship types are valid; from one night stands to a forever marriage, and everything in between, and most guys are going to experience all of them through the course of their lives. The question is not what kind of relationship you are allowed to have, it's which one is right for you at this point in your life?
That’s what this episode is about–explaining all the different types of relationships you can have with women, and helping you understand which ones can be right at what times in your life. By the end of this episode you’ll know everything you need to know about the different types of relationship and you’ll be able to decide what it is that you really want and pursue it.
Aug 22, 2014 • 1h 16min
Dr. Carin Perilloux Interview
This is your chance to hear a smart, attractive women talk about where you're going wrong with women, and how you can fix it.
Dr. Carin Perilloux has a PhD in Evolutionary Psychology and has worked with some of the biggest names in the field. She also happens to be incredibly attractive - so she speaks from a place of both academic and practical knowledge and can translate that into actionable advice. She'll tell you how to interpret what a woman is wearing, what guys ignore that is important to women, and how to tell if a woman is attracted to you.
14 snips
Aug 21, 2014 • 13min
How To Be Open With Women About Your Problems
Every guy has issues--that doesn't make you weak, it makes you human. Facing and dealing with your shit is what makes you a man.
There's a right way and a wrong way to do it. If you're too open about it, you'll come off as desperate, weird and very unattractive to a girl. But if you do it right, you show that you're a man who can both admit that you have problems (like everyone) and deal with them yourself. In this Q&A Tucker, Nils and Dr. Miller tell you how to find the right balance, so you can build trust with women while still being attractive.
Aug 20, 2014 • 16min
How Do I Go From Hookups To Happy Relationships?
Tucker Max, the former player turned happily in a relationship, shares his journey of transitioning from hookups to a happy, long-term relationship. He gives practical advice on changing dating habits, finding places/events to meet high-quality partners, and the challenges of reputation. The podcast also provides guidance on trying online dating, adjusting to different types of women, and pursuing genuine connections.
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Aug 18, 2014 • 38min
Friends and the Friendzone
Podcast explores challenges of being in the friendzone and navigating attraction. Discusses importance of self-restraint in friendships, longer messages in online dating, and personal anecdotes about being friend-zoned. Emphasizes trade-off between friendship and sexual frustration, encourages active participation in life.
