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Evolutionary Psychology (the podcast)

Dave Pietraszewski & David Pinsof
Evolutionary Psychology
Cultural Evolution
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Consciousness
Anthropology
Intergroup Violence
Mating Psychology
Identity
Human Behavior
Gender Dynamics
Omo Valley Research Project
Market Integration
Love
Free Will
Social Behavior
Friendship
Conflict
Cultural Conflict Management
Cooperative Breeding
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Actual evolutionary psychology by actual evolutionary psychologists. Hosted by Dave Pietraszewski and David Pinsof. Every week, Dave and David bring cutting-edge work in the evolutionary behavioral sciences to you. patreon.com/epthepod

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We will be on a much-needed summer break for the next four weeks; returning on August 18th with a slew of fresh, new episodes. Thank you all for listening!

Sit back and relax as we tell you a story about....well....stories. In this episode, we talk with Michelle Sugiyama (U Oregon), who explores human nature through the lens of understanding how, when, and why we decide to tell each other stories. Other... more

What is a mechanism? Are claims about function doomed to fail? And why are explanations in psychology and human behavior so fraught and contested? We pose these and other mysteries to one the shining stars in modern philosophy of science, Lauren Ross... more

Pascal Boyer (St. Louis) is one of the greats! We talk about his shifting thinking in terms of belief selection to belief production, and why this is a subversive idea. Other topics include birthdays, shamanism and magic, and why we should remain opt... more

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Michelle Sugiyama
Expert on the evolutionary psychology of stories
University/Research on cultural transmission and storytelling
Episode: Stories with Michelle Sugiyama
Lauren Ross
Philosopher of science, UC Irvine
University of California, Irvine
Episode: Mechanism, Function, and Philsophy of Science with Lauren Ross
Pascal Boyer
Cognitive scientist and author focused on religion and culture
Collège de France / Studies in culture and religion
Episode: Producing Belief with Pascal Boyer
Josh Snodgrass
Guest exploring the Shuar Project and health from an evolutionary perspective
Shuar Project
Episode: Health and the Shuar Project with Josh Snodgrass
Kris Smith
Anthropologist specializing in fieldwork in East Africa (Hadza, fishing communities)
Hadza field sites; East Africa
Episode: Cooperation in the field with Kris Smith
Josh Ackerman
Guest expert in infection psychology
Episode: Pathogens with Josh Ackerman
Brian Wood
Anthropologist from UCLA participating in the conference
University of California, Los Angeles
Episode: CES & HBES 2026 mini-episode
Steven Neuberg
Professor of psychology, specialist in evolutionary social psychology
Arizona State University
Episode: Evolutionary Social Psychology with Steve Neuberg
Ray Hames
Professor Emeritus, University of Nebraska, Lincoln; pioneer in early evolutionary behavioral ecology
University of Nebraska, Lincoln
Episode: The Yanamamo and Nap Chagnon with Ray Hames

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David Pinsof
Co-host of Evolutionary Psychology (the podcast)
David Pietraszewski
Host of Evolutionary Psychology (the podcast)

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 67 ratings
  • A Treasure Trove of Evolutionary Social Science

    The Evolutionary Psychology Podcast is a real treasure trove of evolutionary social science, and a genuine gift to society.

    David Pinsof and David Pietraszewski are world-leading experts in the field, who somehow manage to discuss complicated, and at times controversial, scientific topics about human nature, in a way that is nuanced, clear, highly entertaining, and incredibly funny. This is scientific communication at its finest.

    The quality of the guests and the conversations held is also ex... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Max_B_London
    United Kingdom2 months ago
  • Essential history and critical reflection

    Excellent podcast for veterans and newcomers. Recent episodes with Boyd, Daly, and Cosmides are essential history and a huge resource for social science. MANY Thanks to the Daves!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    zach4ryG
    United States3 months ago
  • Inspirational, serious, nuanced

    Would you consider adding clickable chapters into the podcast? Can be useful

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    littleboylost
    United Kingdom4 months ago
  • Amazing podcast!

    I have zero expertise in evolutionary psychology but the 2 hours always go by so fast! I feel like I’m unlocking humanity’s secret mechanics. Highly recommend

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    macaconac
    Canada4 months ago
  • Best podcast

    Tuesdays are my favorite day of the week thanks to this podcast! The episode on free will is mind blowing. I highly recommend it!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    YzarW
    United States6 months ago

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The show is praised for accessibility to non-specialists while remaining deeply informative for professionals.
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Listeners value the rigorous, theory-first approach and historical context.
Guests are typically leading EvoPsych researchers and thought leaders.
Audience appreciates depth, practical implications, and careful critical discussion.

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Stories with Michelle Sugiyama
Q: Is fiction simply a byproduct of other adaptations, or is it an adaptive feature in itself for conveying important lessons and social norms?
Fiction likely sits on top of adaptations, acting as a flexible tool that can teach, test counterfactuals, and encode socially salient information in memorable ways, while also serving entertainment value as a byproduct of these processes.
Stories with Michelle Sugiyama
Q: Do you think language is primarily a code or a social technology for cooperation, and how does that fit into your view of storytelling?
Language is best understood as a social technology for coordination and inference about others' intentions, with storytelling leveraging paralinguistic cues to engage and convey information efficiently.
Revenge and Forgiveness with Mike McCullough
Q: Is there an aspect of forgiveness that should be considered dangerous or potentially harmful in certain relationships?
Yes. Forgiveness can be detrimental if the harmed party remains in an abusive dynamic; in such cases, continuing harm may be enabled by forgiveness, so the decision to forgive must consider whether it will improve safety and overall well-being.
Founding Evolutionary Psychology with Leda Cosmides
Q: What is fitness teleology, and why is it considered a misconception?
The discussion clarifies that teleological ideas about organisms acting to spread genes advocate a depth psychology that misinterprets natural selection; instead, behavior is driven by cognitive mechanisms shaped by past selection, not by conscious gene-spreading motives.
Founding Evolutionary Psychology with Leda Cosmides
Q: How did you get into evolutionary psychology, and what shaped your early path?
Leda describes a formative journey from disengagement with strict behaviorism toward an appreciation for biological and cognitive approaches, influenced by mentors, seminars, and reading that highlighted the need for a mind-based explanation of behavior.

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This program features deep-dield conversations with leading EvoPsy researchers and scholars, ranging from founders and historians of the field to methodologists and cross-disciplinary collaborators. Episodes frequently center on core theories, research design, and the evolution of human behavior, with topics spanning causality, culture, gender, stress, reproduction, and the history of evolutionary psychology. Notable strengths include rigorous, theory-driven discourse, guest-driven explorations of complex concepts, and a strong emphasis on methodological clarity and long-range scientific impact. The show tends to attract listeners who want a serious, academically grounded understanding of EvoPsych, often preferring nuanced debates over surf... more

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