Best Macken Murphy Podcasts (2024)

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Beauty Behavioral Ecology | Dr. Marta Kowal 1:51:53

1M ago1:51:53

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A discussion with Marta Kowal on beautification and what predicts it. Marta Kowal (PhD) is a post-doctoral researcher at the IDN Being Human Lab, Institute of Psychology, University of Wrocław, Poland. Marta's academic background is in evolutionary psychology, and her research primarily focuses on mate attraction, physical attractiveness-enhancing …

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In Other Nests | Macken Murphy 59:59

2M ago59:59

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A natural history of infidelity and a history of science on the topic. Listen and learn about the oldest known laws in history, fish that get pessismistic without their boyfriend, the costs of monogamy, the ovulatory shift hypothesis (and a conspiracy theory about it), the mate-switching vs. dual-mating debate, and so much more. If you want to list…

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Forgotten Apes | Dr. Susan Cheyne 1:29:34

6M ago1:29:34

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An audio essay on human nature, followed by an interview with primatologist Dr. Susan Cheyne. Susan is the co-director of the Borneo Nature Foundation International and the Borneo River Initiative for Nature Conservation and Communities, she is the Vice Chair of the IUCN Section on Small Apes, and she is also a Senior Lecturer at Oxford Brookes; sh…

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Pilled | Louis Bachaud 2:09:24

9M ago2:09:24

2:09:24

A deep dive into the manosphere, with the scholar who knows it best, Louis Bachaud. The manosphere is a constellation of 5 loosely affiliated communities, including pick-up artists (PUAs), men's rights activists (MRAs), "Men Going Their Own Way" (MGTOW), incels (the "Black Pill" communiy), and the "Red Pill" community. Louis details the history of …

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Defeating Political Doomerism (with Marianne Williamson) 33:14

10M ago33:14

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Marianne Williamson is a candidate running for the Democratic nomination for President of The United States in 2024. She’s a successful entrepreneur, bestselling author, political activist, and globally influential spiritual thought leader. For over three decades, she has been a leader in spiritual and progressive circles. She is the author of 15 b…

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What is Self-Love? (feat. Bobos Void) 1:10:04

1y ago1:10:04

1:10:04

A discussion on self-love, self acceptance and self-hatred Support the showBy Sisyphus 55

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Hair on Our Faces | Dr. Barnaby Dixson 1:48:29

1y ago1:48:29

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Today, we explore the befuddling (and surprisingly complex) mystery of the human beard. Our guide is Dr. Barnaby Dixson, a human behavioral ecologist at the University of the Sunshine Coast who uses interdisciplinary methods to investigate human mate preferences across cultures. His extensive work has bettered our understanding of a wide variety of…

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Existentialism & Authenticity (feat. Olivia Sun) 59:57

1y ago59:57

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You can check out Olivia's channel here: @oliSUNvia Support the showBy Sisyphus 55

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Pick-Up Artists, Seduction & Masculine Intimacy (with Dr. Rachel O'Neill) 1:09:38

1y ago1:09:38

1:09:38

We discuss mediated intimacy, masculinity and the perils of the seduction industry, You can check out Dr. O'Neill's work here: https://www.amazon.ca/Seduction-Men-Masculinity-Mediated-Intimacy-ebook/dp/B07F52917Y/ref=sr_1_1?crid=486Q75CCLGV2&keywords=seduction+rachel+o%27neill&qid=1695125646&sprefix=seduction+rachel+o%27neill%2Caps%2C117&sr=8-1 Sup…

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Dating Advice, Attractiveness & Relationships (with Macken Murphy) 50:07

1y ago50:07

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We discuss dating, attractiveness, relationships and the Red Pill / Manosphere with anthropology researcher and host of the "Species" podcast Macken Murphy A link to his website is here: https://www.mackenmurphy.org/ Support the showBy Sisyphus 55

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Gender Identity, Transitioning & Activism (with Lily Alexandre) 50:52

1y ago50:52

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A discussion with Lily Alexandre (https://www.youtube.com/@lily_lxndr) on gender identity, the subjective experience of transitioning and constructive forms of social activism. Support the showBy Sisyphus 55

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Seth Godin Masterclass: A Guide To Living A Purposeful Life 34:45

1+ y ago34:45

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Episode 62: Seth Godin is a twenty-time best-selling author, entrepreneur, and most of all, a teacher. His writing has been read by millions across 37 languages and his teachings have transformed generations on business, creativity, and personal growth. A special thank you to Jim Ziolkowski for making this interview possible and an additional thank…

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Love & Spirituality with Camila Nobile ( @diwalicosmica ) 1:16:55

1+ y ago1:16:55

1:16:55

We discuss spirituality and love. You can find Camila's work here: https://diwalicosmica.com/ Support the showBy Sisyphus 55

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Buddhism and Breadtube (feat. Elliot Sang) 59:50

1+ y ago59:50

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check out Elliot's channel here: https://www.youtube.com/ @elliotsayshello Support the showBy Sisyphus 55

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The Unchosen Ones | William Costello 1:19:55

1+ y ago1:19:55

1:19:55

William Costello is an expert on incels, a rising star in the field of evolutionary psychology, and the latest protégé of Dr. David Buss. In this conversation, we discuss incel violence, demographics, mythology, perception vs. reality, and solutions to inceldom, among other things. There's still time to participate in Costello's cross-sex mind-read…

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Oxford Sex Researcher Explains Why Humans Cheat: A Conversation with Macken Murphy 1:02:57

1+ y ago1:02:57

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Episode 61: Macken Murphy is a scientist, writer, and educator on human mating behavior. He has gained popularity for his snappy, research-based TikTok and his weekly podcast about animals, Species, recommended by both Apple and BBC’s Wildlife magazine. He is currently researching male beautification at the University of Melbourne and holds degrees…

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Meet The Man Building The Modern Day History Channel 1:05:59

1+ y ago1:05:59

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Episode 60: Andy Jiang is the internet’s favorite storytelling detective. Through his short and long-form content, he has uncovered some of the world’s most incredible hidden stories. 0:00 Intro 0:10 The greenscreen effect 1:18 Investing in production 3:26 A previous guest 4:32 Why hidden stories? 8:15 The right story to tell 11:36 Sourcing stories…

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Meet The Man Who’s Built 2,341 Schools In The Developing World 1:11:51

1+ y ago1:11:51

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Episode 59: Jim Ziolkowski is the founder, president, and CEO of buildOn, a non-profit organization that builds schools in developing countries and runs community-service programs for underserved high school students in America. 0:00 Intro 0:27 Creator Camp 1:00 What is buildOn? 2:33 Early childhood 4:19 A journey to service 10:58 Fear of the unkno…

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An Unfiltered Conversation with Timm Chiusano and Max Reisinger 1:03:41

1+ y ago1:03:41

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Episode 58: Timm Chiusano is a Fortune 100 Creative Executive by day and a TikTok creator by night. He’s highly respected for his ability to blend the art and science of effective marketing in both his professional and personal life. This episode features a special guest host: Max Reisinger. He is a creator and entrepreneur documenting what it mean…

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Date Psychology | Alexander 1:39:31

1+ y ago1:39:31

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Alexander is a psychologist and science communicator. He is best known for his deep dives into the literature on human mating and his nuanced critiques of popular misconceptions about dating. In this data-driven discussion, he talks to Macken about what men and women actually want and what people generally get wrong about dating, before diving into…

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The Secret Truth Behind A Teenage Creator Career 1:26:20

1+ y ago1:26:20

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Episode 57: Annie Long is a 16-year-old student, content creator, and entrepreneur. Don’t let her young age fool you, though. Annie is a socially savvy, story-conscious leader on a mission to help Gen Z young women to leverage their youth through purpose-driven productivity to impact their communities. 0:00 Intro 0:21 LinkedIn DM 2:49 Why create? 4…

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Meet The Activist Defunding Fox News 36:50

1+ y ago36:50

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Episode 56: Claire Atkin is the cofounder of Check My Ads, a nonprofit aiming to defund disinformation online. To date, they have taken money out of the pockets of several prominent far-right outlets, most notably Breitbart. Now, they have set their sight on their toughest opponent to date: Fox News. 0:00 Intro 0:27 A polarizing road trip experienc…

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The Untold Story of TikTok's Viral Buddhist Monk 1:00:11

1+ y ago1:00:11

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Episode 55: Venerable Tri Dao is a Theravada Buddhist monk with 1.3 million followers on TikTok. He is on a mission to inspire the world through his own change and transformation. 0:00 Intro 0:12 The rise of the celebrity monk 3:28 Scaling impact through social media 6:35 Mental fortitude 11:03 A hotline for happiness 14:28 Finding comfort in relig…

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Great White Shark 23:22

1+ y ago23:22

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Just when you thought it was safe to go back in the water... a brand new episode of Species. Come listen and learn about their secret social lives, how to survive a shark attack, and some mind-blowing stats. Bibliography: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1Ayzr57teXk06LE21jN9LH934wXhOzIRW9KbKiBeCUVw/edit?usp=sharing…

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Marxism (with Dr. Richard Wolff) 54:09

1+ y ago54:09

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See more from Prof Wolff by subscribing to Democracy at Work on Youtube: https://youtube.com/democracyatwrk Support the showBy Sisyphus 55

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Can You Be Real Online? (feat. @amandamaryanna) 55:35

2y ago55:35

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Discussing aesthetics and authenticity Amanda's channel: https://www.youtube.com/@amandamaryanna Support the showBy Sisyphus 55

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Jordan Peterson, Contrapoints & Profilicity ( @carefreewandering) 1:00:21

2y ago1:00:21

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Check out Dr. Moellers channel here: https://youtube.com/@carefreewandering We discuss profilicity, authenticity and the examples of Jordan Peterson and Contrapoints Support the showBy Sisyphus 55

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Updates | 1.15.23 2:47

2y ago2:47

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I'm extremely busy and, unfortunately, pausing production on Species, at least for most of this month. If you sent me a donation in January and you want a refund, contact me through mackenmurphy.org, and I will be sure to send it back to you. My sincerest apologies.

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Master of Puppets | Dr. Robert Plomin 1:44:38

2y ago1:44:38

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"DNA isn't all that matters, but it matters more than everything else put together." —Dr. Robert Plomin Blueprint: https://mitpress.mit.edu/9780262039161/blueprint/ Plomin is one of history's most important psychologists and a pioneer in the field of behavioral genetics. He is a research professor at King's College London, best known for his work o…

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Updates | 12.18.22 3:22

2y ago3:22

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TikTok @mackenmurphy: https://www.tiktok.com/@mackenmurphy YouTube @murphymacken (I would buy the @mackenmurphy handle from you, if you have it): https://www.youtube.com/@murphymacken

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Mimic Octopus 21:44

2y ago21:44

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Nature's greatest shapeshifter, the mimic octopus is known for their spectacular impersonations of other species. Bibliography: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1CrxPPq4mAJpmmQTFIh51KzoHa1SZZv5C4dF-KyFB0ik/edit?usp=sharing

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The Crisis of Meaning (feat. Dr. John Vervaeke) 1:02:50

2y ago1:02:50

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A great discussion with Dr. John Vervaeke, a Psychology Professor at University of Toronto. We discuss the cognition of meaning, what is 'real', the importance of cultivating ecologies of practice and so much else. Support the showBy Sisyphus 55

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Gossiping for Mates | Dr. Tania Reynolds 1:27:37

2y ago1:27:37

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Women compete vigorously over mates but do so more subtly than men. In this episode, Dr. Tania Reynolds teaches us how women use gossip to win mates. Additionally, we discuss friendship, thinness, and the evolution of homosexuality, among other subjects. Tania Reynolds is an assistant professor of Evolutionary Psychology at the University of New Me…

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How To Figure Out What To Do With Your Life (with Dr. Richard Koestner) 48:21

2y ago48:21

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This is a conversation with Dr. Richard Koestner, a McGill clinical psychologist who specializes in human motivation. I had the privilege to conduct research in his lab and he heavily shaped my academic career with his guidance. Support the showBy Sisyphus 55

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Vegetarian Spider 22:49

2y ago22:49

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This spider, Bagheera kiplingi, prefers a plant-based diet. Come learn about trees that pay ant security guards in gold, The Jungle Book, and an exceptional animal on this episode of Species. Bibliography: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1XSUztDqSZWt1IM_IA9JnkFVqRZ14pd6YHCPQlu2jz4E/edit?usp=sharing…