Rob Henderson's Newsletter

Rob Henderson's Newsletter explores disparities between elites and ordinary Americans, focusing on human nature, psychology, social class, and luxury beliefs. It delves into issues like family stability, educational trends, Hollywood influence, psychological aspects of upward mobility, and the impact of 'luxury beliefs' on societal classes, providing insights through research findings and personal experiences.

Human Nature Psychology Social Class Disparities Family Dynamics Educational Trends Media Influence Luxury Beliefs Upward Mobility Societal Impact of Beliefs Writing and Creativity Sexual Behavior Economic Redistribution Social Media Perceptions Gender Divides Health Trends

The hottest Substack posts of Rob Henderson's Newsletter

And their main takeaways

Single Ladies, Paying on Dates, Tinder Matching

2121 implied HN points • 14 Feb 24
🎭️ Culture Relationships Gender Books Media Society
  1. Sociometric status, like respect and admiration from peers, can influence well-being more than socioeconomic status, even for introverted individuals
  2. The family structure is noted as a hindrance to central control of social processes in historical Marxist literature. Engels initially included undermining family bonds in the Communist Manifesto draft
  3. Women in their twenties using Tinder are more likely to swipe right for a man with a master's degree compared to one with a bachelor's degree

Schedule a meeting with Rob Henderson

416 implied HN points • 18 Nov 24
🎭️ Culture Psychology Human nature Life Advice Personal Growth Communication
  1. You can book one-on-one video calls with Rob Henderson for discussions on various topics. It's a chance for readers to connect directly and share thoughts.
  2. The meetings are available for a limited time, so it's good to schedule them soon if you're interested. You can pick a date that fits your schedule.
  3. Conversations can cover his writings, psychology, and life advice, but should not be considered as professional therapy.

Miami meetup with Rob Henderson

303 implied HN points • 20 Dec 24
🎭️ Culture Social Events Community Networking Meetups Holidays
  1. There will be a meetup in Miami on December 28 from 8pm to 11:30pm. It's a good chance to relax and enjoy some new company after the holiday rush.
  2. Previous meetups have been fun and successful, helping people connect and make new friends. Even if you're shy, it's a great way to meet approachable people.
  3. The event will feature interesting guests, including a venture capitalist and the founders of a healthy snack brand. It's a nice opportunity to chat with different people and expand your network.

Status Games

1628 implied HN points • 15 Mar 24
🎭️ Culture Social Dynamics Competition
  1. The post discusses status games, which are competitive arenas where individuals strive for social recognition.
  2. Status games encompass elements like cloak and dagger, dominance, and success in the pursuit of social esteem.
  3. The content is available for paid subscribers, emphasizing the value of exploring and understanding competitive social dynamics.
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Glenn Loury, Confucius, The Cost of Luxury Beliefs

1685 implied HN points • 06 Mar 24
🎙 Podcasts Interviews Recommendations Events Findings
  1. Success is about training, mentorship, rigor, and standards, not just representation or diversity programs.
  2. A book event in San Francisco is happening on March 7 at 8VC, with limited space available for registration.
  3. Interesting findings include preferences of both men and women in partners, historical insights on human evolution and chewing, and marriage rates by income quintile in the US.

Drunk Drivers, Box-Tickers, Compliments

2045 implied HN points • 11 Jan 24
🎭️ Culture Psychology Society
  1. Endorsement of economic redistribution predicted by compassion, envy, and personal gain, not fairness.
  2. Majority of U.S. citizens overestimate the frequency of police officers firing their weapons.
  3. Compliments differ between women and men in terms of topics and frequency.

Emotional Armor with Michael Malice

492 implied HN points • 10 Oct 24
🎙 Podcasts Interviews Comedy Culture Media Conversations
  1. Emotional armor helps people cope with tough situations. It’s like a protective shield that keeps negative feelings at bay.
  2. Humor is a great way to deal with serious topics. Laughing can lighten heavy discussions and make them more enjoyable.
  3. Connecting with others through shared experiences can make hard times easier. Talking about feelings and experiences can help build strong bonds.

Luxuriating, Heretical Questions, The Age 30 Crisis

1458 implied HN points • 13 Mar 24
🚌 Education Podcasts Literature Science Health & Wellness Reading
  1. Social media use habits can reveal gender differences, like adding 'o' to 'so' which is a strong predictor of being female.
  2. Verbal intelligence among college graduates has decreased over 40 years, implying a college degree doesn't represent the same verbal ability as before.
  3. The ratio of unmarried men to women varies by age, with more men at younger ages, but fewer men as age increases.

Rob Henderson's Reading List

1609 implied HN points • 06 Feb 24
📚 Literature Books Authors Memoir Reviews
  1. Rob Henderson has put together a free reading list with 31 impactful books.
  2. The topics in the reading list cover human nature, psychology, and social class, among others.
  3. To get the free reading list, pre-order Rob Henderson's book 'Troubled' and email proof of purchase.

What I Learned at Yale

719 implied HN points • 13 Feb 24
🚌 Education
  1. The post is exclusive for paid subscribers on the website.
  2. The content discusses what the author learned at Yale.
  3. There are options to subscribe or sign in for paid subscribers.

Ask Me Anything, Bonus Edition

227 implied HN points • 01 Mar 24
🚌 Education
  1. The post is about an 'Ask Me Anything' session in a bonus edition
  2. The content is available on Rob Henderson's website
  3. Access to the post is for paid subscribers

Oxford Literary Festival, 4 Kinds of Luck, Orgasm Rates

94 implied HN points • 19 Mar 24
📚 Literature Events Book Reviews Findings Reading List
  1. Rob Henderson will be speaking at book events in London, Oxford, and at Yale, discussing his memoir 'Troubled' and engaging with the audience.
  2. Luck plays a significant role in entrepreneurship, with four different kinds of luck identified by Marc Andreessen.
  3. Orgasm rates for women vary depending on the relationship type, ranging from 11% in most recent hookups to 67% in relationships lasting 6+ months.