The Unwanted Paradoxes In The Debate On Gender Equality - Dr David C. Geary | Wisdom Rebellion #014

Time to tackle the intricate debate on gender equality with Dr. David C. Geary.

Why do men and women choose different career paths? Is society really levelling the playing field in STEM?

In this deep dive, we explore the factors shaping career choices, highlighting how biological and social influences forge distinct paths for men and women. Dr. Geary elaborates on the gender equality paradox in STEM, shedding light on why more gender-equal societies see fewer women in these fields.

We also delve into the vulnerabilities each sex faces in terms of health and development, and the disparities in cognitive abilities such as social cognition, language, and spatial skills. This conversation not only questions the balance between societal norms and biological realities but also emphasises the need for a nuanced approach to understanding and addressing gender issues in modern society.

Tune in to gain a new perspective on how gender dynamics are evolving and what it means for the future of societal development and personal identity.

Chapters
00:00 The Nature vs. Nurture Debate in Gender Differences
07:52 Rough and Tumble Play: Boys’ Natural Inclination
12:38 Career Choices: Interests and Skills Shaped by Gender
19:00 The Gender Equality Paradox: More Equal Societies, More Occupational Segregation
25:23 Boys’ Education: Addressing the Unique Needs of Boys
30:32 The Controversial Debate on Reproductive Rights and Gender Equality
36:42 Cognitive Differences: Strengths and Vulnerabilities
42:31 The Health and Developmental Differences Between Genders
49:55 Evolutionary Perspectives on Sex Differences
56:10 Current and Future Research: Insights and Expectations

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FOR Dr David C. Geary:
WEBSITE: https://gearyd.mufaculty.umsystem.edu/
SEX DIFFERENCES IN BRAIN AND MIND ARTICLE: https://quillette.com/2024/01/18/sex-differences-in-the-brain-and-the-mind/
UNDERSTANDING THE RISE OF TRANSGENDER IDENTITIES ARTICLE: https://quillette.com/2023/02/10/social-contagion-and-transgender-identities/

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