Conversation with Professor Marc Defant about evolutionary psychology, feminism, politics, etc.
Sun Feb 01 2026
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S.13 E.2 Marc Defant is a professor of geology and geochemistry at the University of South Florida. His work spans the physical sciences and evolutionary psychology.
In this episode, Professor Defant talks about his paper titled "Evolutionary Psychology and the Crisis of Empirical Rigor in Feminist Studies." During the conversation, Professor Defant discusses the evolution of men and women, the feminist concept of patriarchy, the politically charged term "toxic masculinity" and more.
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Share your thoughts and comments by sending me a text message S.13 E.2 Marc Defant is a professor of geology and geochemistry at the University of South Florida. His work spans the physical sciences and evolutionary psychology. In this episode, Professor Defant talks about his paper titled "Evolutionary Psychology and the Crisis of Empirical Rigor in Feminist Studies." During the conversation, Professor Defant discusses the evolution of men and women, the feminist concept of patriarchy, the politically charged term "toxic masculinity" and more. ABOUT: Tawsif Anam is a nationally published writer, award-winning public policy professional, and speaker. He has experience serving in the private, public, and nonprofit sectors in United States and overseas. Anam earned a Bachelor of Arts degree in Political Science and a Master of Public Affairs degree from the University of Wisconsin – Madison. Tawsif Anam’s opinions have been published by national, state, and local publications in the United States, such as USA Today, Washington Examiner, The Washington Times, The Western Journal, The Boston Globe, Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, Milwaukee Journal Sentinel, Wisconsin State Journal, The Capital Times, and The Dodgeville Chronicle. His writings have also appeared in major publications in Bangladesh including, but not limited to, The Daily Star and The Financial Express. Visit my website www.tawsifanam.net Visit my blog: https://tawsifanam.net/blog/ Read my published opinions: https://tawsifanam.net/published-articles/ Check out my books: https://tawsifanam.net/books/