103 - Evolutionary Theory & Behavioral Science




Human Current show

Summary: In this episode, Haley talks with Gad Saad at the Ninth International Conference on Complex Systems. Gad Saad is a Marketing Professor and evolutionary behavioral scientist. He is also author of The Consuming Instinct, which explores how evolutionary forces influence our lives as consumers. During his interview, Saad shares how elements of complexity theory apply to his research. He also describes the challenges he faces when talking about evolutionary theory and behavioral science openly with the public.