Dr. Anna Machin on Why Monogamy Might Be a Lie, the Science of Cheating, and the Role of Fathers

World-renowned evolutionary anthropologist Dr. Anna Machin reveals the surprising science behind love, trust, and fatherhood. Drawing from 20 years of research, she explains why monogamy is a social construct, how infidelity affects the brain like a drug, and why fathers play a biologically vital role in child development. Dr. Machin also explores how attachment styles, hormones, and even ADHD influence who we love and how we connect—challenging long-held beliefs about relationships in the modern world.