#122 Dr Anna Machin - Why Do We Love? Compatibility, Kissing and Cheating

SEP 24, 202456 MIN
The Development by David Podcast

#122 Dr Anna Machin - Why Do We Love? Compatibility, Kissing and Cheating

SEP 24, 202456 MIN

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<p>In this episode, I am joined by Dr. Anna Machin, an evolutionary anthropologist at the University of Oxford and expert on the science of love.</p> <p><br></p> <p>Love - that mysterious, powerful force that has inspired countless works of art, literature, and music. But what exactly is love from a scientific perspective? Dr. Machin will help us unravel the evolutionary purpose of love and explain why it&#39;s critical to our survival as a species.We&#39;ll dive deep into the neurochemistry of love, exploring the roles of oxytocin, dopamine, and other hormones in forming and maintaining romantic relationships. </p> <p><br></p> <p>Dr. Machin will also shed light on how love differs across cultures and whether humans are truly designed for monogamy.</p>