Paul Eastwick, PhD, on Love, Attachment, and the Myths We Tell About Relationships

Paul Eastwick, PhD, on Love, Attachment, and the Myths We Tell About Relationships

June 19, 2026 · 1h 25m · Season 6 · Episode 25

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Frank talks with psychologist Paul Eastwick about the science of attraction and the myths surrounding relationships.

Frank talks with psychologist Paul Eastwick about the science of attraction, attachment, marriage, and long-term companionship. Drawing from his book Bonded by Evolution: The New Science of Love and Connection, Paul challenges the idea that relationships are mostly about status, dominance, or “mate value.” Instead, he argues that humans evolved for bonding, caregiving, emotional support, and mutual dependence. The conversation also explores online dating culture, the manosphere, sexuality, co...

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