A cooperative species: Human reciprocity...

Cees van der Eijk gives a talk for the Sociology seminar series. Cees van der Eijk discusses teaching quantitative methods, focussing on the need in successful methods teaching to locate methods topics in (a) the context of substantive research questions and examples, but also (b ... Show More

Chris Zorn discusses teaching quantitative methods focussing on (a) integrating contemporary data science approaches into undergraduate instruction, and (b) using "big data" examples to generate and maintain students' interest. 

John Fox discusses his experiences and views of what works well when teaching quantitative methods to undergraduate social science students, especially focusing on the choice of software with a demonstration of R and R Commander. 

Brian Cox and Robin Ince kindly open the door for each other as they step into understanding altruism, asking why humans have evolved to help each other. Joining them to explore the human tendency to be kind is evolutionary biologist Steve Jones, psychologist Matti Wilks and come ... Show More

Are human beings fundamentally different from the rest of the animal world? Can what we essentially are be captured in a biological or evolutionary description? Roger Scruton discusses the nature of human nature with Nigel Warburton in this episode of the Philosophy Bites podcast ... Show More

<p>Historian and author Rutger Bregman joins Trevor and Christiana to debate ethics and the possibility of a better world. Are human beings innately good? Innately selfish? Which is better to move the human race forward? Which sows the seeds of our own demise?</p><br/> <p>Hosted ... Show More

Most of us want to be nice. But is it all it's cracked up to be? It's a question that's been nagging at listener Tony in Illinois, USA, for over 25 years. While studying at university, the lecturer asked him whether competing or co-operating was the best strategy for success – es ... Show More

<p>Is it possible that our self-centered tendencies may actually serve a greater purpose? This week, Dr. Michael Brown and author of <em>A Book About Friendship</em>, Sammy Adebiyi, introduce a powerful paradox that could transform our relationships.</p> <p>Download his book for ... Show More

This episode features the eminent scientist, Prof. Martin Rees, as he joins me in traversing the worlds of physics and biology. Together, he and I grapple with the profound complexities of understanding reality, from contemplating multiple dimensions to exploring the implications ... Show More

It’s an age-old question - are people innately good or bad? Watching the news and constantly consuming social media, many of us are cynical about human nature. Psychologist Jamil Zaki suggests that we may be being fooled, that empathy is all around us - we just have to pay a litt ... Show More

<p>Is there such a thing as a truly unselfish act? Check out this HowStuffWorks podcast and learn more about the nature of altruism.</p><p> </p> Learn more about your ad-choices at <a href="https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com">https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com</a><p>See <a hr ... Show More

<p>Are you selfish or selfless? In this episode, Patrick Bet-David talks about why selfish people are a better net positive for society than selfless people. FaceTime or Ask Patrick any questions on<a href=" https://minnect.com/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferer"> https: ... Show More

Have you ever felt confused with what it means to be human? With all of our differences, there are profound realities that define humanity. Pastor Bill helps us find clarifying answers to some of our biggest questions as we continue our Origins series.