Christoper Ryan is a psychologist, author and podcaster.  His work has appeared everywhere from Netflix & HBO to CNN & Fox News.  He has been a featured speaker at TED and SXSW, as well as a frequent guest on the Joe Rogan Experience.  In this episode we discuss his books "Sex At Dawn" & "Civilized to Death" as well as happiness, the illusion of luxury, psychedelics, his interview with comedian Neal Brennan and much more!

0:00:00 - Intro
0:00:13 - Comparing American and Spanish Healthcare Systems
0:02:17 - Christopher Ryan Discusses His Relationship with Joe Rogan
0:09:27 - Human Nature Through the Lens of Bonobos and Chimps
0:14:31 - The Evolutionary Roots and Modern Implications of Sociopathy
0:17:50 - The Paradox of Fame and Leadership in Modern Society
0:26:22 - The Illusion of Luxury and True Value
0:30:26 - The Difference Between Private Jets and Commercial Flights
0:33:16 - The True Cost of Never Having Enough
0:33:26 - Balancing Drive and Enjoyment in Personal and Professional Life
0:41:05 - Monogamy Vs. Swingers
0:45:00 - Hysteria of Women & Orgasms
0:47:50 - Female Teachers Having Sex with Students
0:51:15 - Controversy of "Sex at Dawn"
0:54:45 - Asexual People Vs. Toxic Masculinity
1:00:57 - Comedian Neal Brennan
1:05:40 - Helping Each Other Out & Doing Podcasts
1:08:40 - Misinterpretations and Backlash Against 'Sex at Dawn'
1:12:20 - Navigating Non-Monogamy and Parenting in Modern Society
1:16:20 - A Return to Basics: Whole Foods, Self-Sufficiency, and Community
1:18:10 - The Transformative Potential and Risks of Psychedelics
1:28:35 - Healing Concussions and Exploring Ultimate Reality with Psychedelics
1:31:20 - Outro

Christopher Ryan website:
https://chrisryanphd.com/

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