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February 4, 2025 6 mins

Sex at Dawn by Christopher Ryan & Cacilda Jethá – TOP SHELF Podcast

Is monogamy truly natural? Or have we been conditioned to believe so? In this episode of TOP SHELF, we dive deep into Sex at Dawn by Christopher Ryan and Cacilda Jethá, exploring the evolutionary roots of human sexuality and why modern relationships often feel at odds with our biological nature.

Discover:

  • Why hunter-gatherer societies were more sexually communal
  • How agriculture changed the way we approach relationships
  • The science behind human mating behavior and monogamy
  • What this means for modern couples navigating long-term commitment

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Join us as we unravel the myths of monogamy and explore what history, science, and anthropology reveal about human desire. Don’t forget to subscribe and leave a review! 🚀

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