Cheating isn’t inevitable — but understanding why it happens is crucial. In this episode, Ted and Patrick break down the biology, psychology, and relationship dynamics behind infidelity, and explore practical ways couples can build trust, manage jealousy, and stay connected in today’s modern world. Topics covered - Common emotional causes of cheating - The role of biology vs. excuses - Why some men cheat and others don’t - Polyamory, ENM, and modern relationship experiments - How to strengthen commitment and satisfaction in your relationship 💬 Send us your questions in the comments or at mandownpodcast@varianceincorporated.com Follow us on our Socials: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCLzsGH4hM9TxHC4hHPvgMJw X: https://x.com/ManDownPodcast Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/did:plc:lm4shifbvs6k63eb54k2gmho Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mandown.podcast/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@mandownpodcast Timestamps: 00:00 Welcome Intro 00:07 Episode Intro 00:42 Understanding Cheating: Biological vs Emotional Factors 01:32 Are Men Wired to Cheat? 02:02 Possible Reasons for Cheating 04:34 Are Men Wired to Cheat? Patrick’s Take 06:35 Infidelity: Men vs Women 06:40 The Role of Communication in Relationships 09:42 The Impact of Technology on Cheating 11:00 How Tech & Sexual Diversity Redefine Cheating 12:45 The Hard Work Behind Open Relationships 14:13 Understanding Infidelity and Crisis Points 17:22 The Dynamic of Ethical Non-Monogamy 19:14 Polyamory: Surviving Cheating & Crisis Points 24:25 The Future of Monogamy and Relationship Structures 25:50 Exploring Attraction & Keeping the Spark Alive in Relationships 28:50 When Kids Repeat What They Hear…Hilarious Consequences 30:32 Most Couples Resist Non-Monogamy 31:09 Exploring Flirtation in Relationships 35:40 Outro/Wrap Up 41:02 (Broll - The Rise of Therapy Speak and its Implications, Communication in Academia, The Complexity of Writing Styles)