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Paternology (FATHERHOOD) with Darby Saxbe

Jun 10, 2026 ยท 1h 21m

Topics discussed

Intro, sponsors, and patron questions Introduction to Dr. Darby Saxbe and her research The gap in paternal research and 'Dad Brain' Social media anxiety and the 'mom vs. dad' dynamic Historical context of fatherhood and the industrial revolution Alloparenting, intensive parenting, and gender roles Biological changes in dads: hormones and brain structure Evolutionary biology, mating strategies, and the 'dad bod' Couple satisfaction, therapy, and Father's Day marketing Sponsors: Homeboy Industries, AG1, Kennedy Space Center Paternal influence on pregnancy and skin-to-skin bonding Diaper changing, reflexes, and the culture of dad jokes Paternal health, gender reveals, and non-binary parenting Same-sex parents, TV dad stereotypes, and animal fathers Toxic masculinity, neurodivergence, and supporting dads Benefits of engaged fatherhood and closing remarks
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