Episode 3: Sperm Competition

How would you feel if your kids turned out to look like your ex? In this episode we explore how dads can bypass genetics to influence their kids' development, and Dr Angela Crean shares a startling new discovery. Image courtesy of Beshef at www.flickr.com/photos/sharif/

The truth behind the battle of the sexes. In this episode we look at why males and females are doomed to always be in conflict. Image courtesy of Roey Ahram at https://www.flickr.com/photos/roeyahram/

Sperm and semen: all the gooey details. In episode three we look at the adaptations that help men to ensure their sperm wins the race to the egg. Featuring special guest Dr Angela Crean. Image courtesy of Alex Torres at https://www.flickr.com/photos/psicoloco/14694282223

What happens to women at the other time of the month? In this episode we explore changes in women's behaviour and preferences for men during the few days when they are most likely to conceive a baby. Featuring special guest Professor Rob Brooks. Image courtesy of Renaud Camus at https://www.flickr.com/photos/renaud-camus/14348785466/.

Why do we fall in love? How did humans evolve monogamous relationships? Find out in the first episode of Dissecting Love.