Why are young men attracted to older women? It’s not what you think

It’s not new but more people are talking about it.  And doing it.According to anthropologist Treena Orchard, there’s been a rise in younger men dating older women.And it’s not just about sex.  Recent movies like Idea of You starring Ann Hathaway, Lonely Planet with Laura Dern and A Family Affair with Nicole Kidman are reflecting this trend.  So what’s going on?  What are young men looking for?  What are older women looking for?  And how is this part of the larger scene of people looking for connection and meaning in their lives? Treena Orchard has been exploring this and has a lot to say!She herself ventured into the online dating world, and yes, she had relationships not just with younger men, but all kinds of men.  She gives a frank and revealing take on what she learned.  Her insights into relationships and the dark side of dating apps is well worth a listen.  INFO ON GUEST:Treena Orchard is an anthropologist and Assoc. Professor in the School of Health Studies at Western University:   https://www.uwo.ca/fhs/shs/about/faculty/orchard_t.htmlArticle on age gap relationships:  https://news.westernu.ca/2024/08/relationships-millennial-gen-z/She’s also the author of “Sticky, Sexy, Sad:  swipe culture and the darker side of dating apps.”  Check out her website:  https://treenaorchard.com/ADD’L INFO:We’d really appreciate your support!  Please rate our podcast, subscribe and follow us on social @CRAMideas.  If you like what you hear, please share our podcast with others!   Thanks for listening!We’d really appreciate your support!  Please rate our podcast and subscribe and follow us on social @CRAMideas.  Support the CRAM Podcast!Research shapes our lives, yet so much of it doesn’t reach the public. CRAM bridges the gap, bringing groundbreaking Canadian research to everyone. To keep this important work going, we need your support.CRAM is a registered charity, and Canadian donors will receive a tax receipt. Help us share the research that matters and donate using the link below. Thank you!https://www.canadahelps.org/en/dn/124993