Published Feb 9, 2016

Episode 19: Dating and Mating

Shankar Vedantam delves into the psychology of attraction, the economics of marriage, and the evolving landscape of matchmaking, highlighting how cultural norms, financial considerations, and digital algorithms reshape our romantic connections and societal dynamics.

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Episode 19: Dating and Mating

Topics covered

Popular Clips

Perceptions of Value

Dating Economics

Assortative Mating Effects

Language and Love

Attraction Experiments

The Joy of Matchmaking

Love and Longevity

French Charisma Unplugged

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Psychology of Attraction

Marriage Economics

Joy in Matchmaking

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Episode 19: Dating and Mating

Topics covered

Popular Clips

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Psychology of AttractionShankar Vedantam explores the science behind romantic attraction, focusing on cultural influences and language compatibility. Experiments reveal how societal norms and shared linguistic patterns can significantly impact relationship dynamics.

Psychology of Attraction

Marriage EconomicsShankar Vedantam explores the intricate dynamics of engagement ring costs, wedding expenses, and social stratification in romantic relationships. He reveals how these factors influence perceptions, marriage success, and societal inequality.

Marriage Economics

Joy in MatchmakingDigital matchmaking is reshaping how we form romantic connections, often at the expense of traditional matchmakers' happiness. Algorithms prioritize similarity, missing the joy of unexpected pairings that human matchmakers thrive on.

Joy in Matchmaking

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