Sinica Podcast Evolutionary Psychology and International Relations, with Jeremy Garlick
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Mar 21, 2025 Jeremy Garlick, a scholar of China's international relations and Director at the Jan Masaryk Centre, discusses the intriguing intersection of evolutionary psychology and international relations. He delves into how evolutionary frameworks can refine our understanding of global dynamics, scrutinizes the competition between nations, particularly the U.S. and China, and highlights the influence of emotions in diplomacy. Garlick also tackles the complexities of cooperation, altruism, and the often-overlooked role of hierarchy among nations.
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The Catholic Church and European Evolution
- The Catholic Church's ban on cousin marriage in Europe had unintended consequences for social evolution.
- This ban loosened kin ties, fostered individualism, and contributed to Europe's divergent societal development.
Self-Domestication
- Self-domestication in humans involves a decrease in aggression and physical changes like smaller jaws and shorter colons.
- This process occurred over millennia through cultural practices like cooking and the removal of antisocial individuals.
Relativist View of Human Rights
- Human rights and morality are binding mechanisms within groups, varying across cultures and historical contexts.
- While core principles like prohibiting murder are universal, the prioritization of rights differs, as seen in China's emphasis on economic rights.
