Published Dec 14, 2016
Joseph Henrich on Cultural Evolution, WEIRD Societies, and Life Among Tribes | Convos with Tyler
Explore the profound impact of cultural evolution with Joseph Henrich as he unravels the psychological uniqueness of WEIRD societies, the powerful role of religion in shaping cooperative and secular institutions, and the transformative effects of the Western church on economic growth and social norms.

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