E.O. Wilson

Mentioned in 8 analyzed podcast episodes across 8 shows

A Harvard biologist and entomologist (1929-2021) best known for developing the biophilia hypothesis, which describes an innate human connection to nature and other life forms. His work on sociobiology, cooperation, and mutual aid is frequently cited in discussions about evolution and human behavior as an alternative perspective to purely selfish gene interpretations.

Appears On

Mostly Human with Laurie Segall Modern Wisdom The Science of Happiness Stuff To Blow Your Mind The Joe Rogan Experience Your Undivided Attention The Dr. Hyman Show Hidden Brain

Episode Appearances

Mostly Human with Laurie Segall · May 7, 2026

AI Wants to Be Your Friend. That’s the Problem.

“Referenced by Tristan Harris regarding regulatory challenges and the pace of technology evolution versus policy adaptation”

AI Companion Design and AnthropomorphizationAttachment Hacking vs. Attention HackingAI-Assisted Suicide Cases and Youth Mental Health

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Modern Wisdom · Apr 2, 2026

#1079 - Tristan Harris - AI Expert Warns: “This Is The Last Mistake We’ll Ever Make”

“Quoted on fundamental problem: paleolithic brains, medieval institutions, godlike technology creating civilizational mismatch”

AI Safety and AlignmentArtificial General Intelligence (AGI) DevelopmentRecursive Self-Improvement in AI Systems

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The Science of Happiness · Feb 13, 2026

The Science of Love (Episode 3)

“Harvard biologist who popularized biophilia hypothesis about innate human connection to nature”

Neuroscience of love and emotional attachmentObject attachment and brand loyalty psychologyAnthropomorphic thinking and AI chatbot relationships

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Stuff To Blow Your Mind · Feb 12, 2026

STBYM: Biophilia and Pokémon

“Entomologist (1929-2021) who developed the biophilia hypothesis about human connection to life forms”

Biophilia Hypothesis and Human Nature ConnectionPokémon Franchise Origins and Creator InspirationChildren's Knowledge Retention: Fictional vs. Real Organisms

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The Joe Rogan Experience · Jan 20, 2026

#2441 - Paul Rosolie

“Biologist who advocated for 'half-earth policy' requiring 50% of planet remain as protected ecosystems”

Amazon Rainforest Deforestation and Tipping PointsUncontacted Indigenous Tribes and First Contact EthicsNarco-Trafficking in Remote Rainforest Regions

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Your Undivided Attention · Jan 8, 2026

What Would It Take to Actually Trust Each Other? The Game Theory Dilemma

“Sociobiologist whose work on cooperation and mutual aid provides alternative to selfish gene interpretation of evolution”

Game Theory Limitations and AssumptionsAI Arms Race and Strategic DominanceTrust and Cooperation vs. Strategic Rationality

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The Dr. Hyman Show · Dec 17, 2025

6 Simple Rules for a Long, Healthy Life w/ Dr. Ezekiel Emanuel

“Biologist whose 'Social Conquest of the Earth' explores humans as inherently social beings”

Social relationships and longevityLoneliness epidemic and public healthUltra-processed food consumption

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Hidden Brain · Nov 3, 2025

How Nature Heals Us

“Evolutionary biologist who proposed the Biophilia Hypothesis about humans' inherent love of nature and natural environments”

Attention Restoration TheoryBiophilia HypothesisDirected vs. Involuntary Attention

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