In this insightful episode of the Better Relationships Through Research podcast, host Daniel Dashnaw delves into the complex and often controversial topic of infidelity in American culture. Drawing from various examples in popular media, Daniel explores how cultural tropes around infidelity have evolved and their impact on societal attitudes and personal relationships.

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Key insights:

• Cultural Tropes in Media: From films like Fatal Attraction to TV shows like Mad Men and The Sopranos, we examine how media narratives around infidelity affect public perceptions.

• The Complexity of Fidelity: How American culture grapples with the tension between societal norms and the human desire for emotional fulfillment.

• Gender Dynamics: The role of women in these narratives and how societal views on marriage and personal satisfaction have evolved.

• Historical Context: A look at how cultural values have shifted over time, from stigmatization in the past to more open discussions about relationships today.

We also discuss the importance of understanding these cultural narratives and how they influence our beliefs about relationships.

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