Evolved Psychology Vs The Modern World - David & Douglas Kenrick - #515

**Chris Williamson** (0:00)
Hello friends, welcome back to the show. My guests today are David Lundberg-Kenrick and Douglas Kenrick. David is the Psychology Program Manager at Arizona State University, and Douglas is Professor of Psychology at Arizona State. Our brains were designed to exist in a very different environment to the one they find themselves in now. Managing modern problems with stone age operating systems causes us to act in strange, suboptimal, silly ways, which is why it's so important to understand how our minds developed. Expect to learn just how violent humans were ancestrally, why more people die of obesity than starvation in 2022, whether dominance or prestige is more important at getting ahead, whether ancient humans felt love the same way we do now, why human females go through menopause, the relationship between dominance and attraction, and much more. In other news, this episode is brought to you by BetterHelp. We all need help at some point in our lives, whether it's because of stress at home or work or loneliness. It can be invaluable to know that there's someone professionally trained who can help us get through whatever we're facing. Over 2 million people have taken charge of their mental health. With BetterHelp's online service, it removes all of the hassle and awkwardness that can be involved in finding a therapist and gives you some essential, simplified steps instead. There are a broad range of experts available categorized by their specialty or combination of specialties like addiction, social anxiety or relationships. Their therapists have a broad range of expertise which may not be available in your area and the service is available worldwide. It is an easier, quicker and cheaper way to start doing therapy. And if you've been thinking about beginning, this is an amazing place to start. Also you can get 10% off your first month of counseling by going to betterhelp.com/modernwisdom. That's better, help.com/modernwisdom to join over two million people who have taken charge of their mental health with the help of an experienced professional. In other, other news, this episode is brought to you by Element. Element is a tasty electrolyte drink mix with everything that you need and nothing that you don't. It's a healthy alternative to sugary electrolyte drinks. Each Grab and Go stick pack replaces essential electrolytes with no sugar, no coloring, no artificial ingredients or any other junk. It is scientifically formulated with sodium, potassium and magnesium, which play a critical role in reducing muscle cramps and fatigue whilst optimizing brain health, regulating appetite and curbing cravings. It's super hot at the moment and that means that not only are you going to be sweating a lot, but you're going to be losing electrolytes. And Element just tastes phenomenal. Forget the fact that it's science backed and it's NSF certified exclusive hydration partner to TMSA weightlifting and stuff. It just tastes fantastic. And if you're having it first thing in the morning, the rest of your morning is going to go brilliantly. Also, they've got a no BS, no questions asked refund policy where you can buy it completely risk free. There is an unlimited duration on the returns and they will give you your money back. And you don't even need to return the box. That's how confident they are that you love Element. Head to drinklmnt.com/modernwisdom. You'll get a free sample pack of all eight flavors from Element with your first box. All that you need to do is go to drinklmnt.com/modernwisdom.
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Doug and Dave, welcome to the show.

**Douglas Kenrick** (4:37)
Good to be here.

**David Lundberg-Kenrick** (4:38)
Yeah, thanks for having us.

**Chris Williamson** (4:40)