Robert Plowman
Type: Person
As of November 2026, Robert Plowman has been mentioned in one podcast episode on Ryan Hawk (May 2025). Referenced for a framing of polygenic effects (“gold dust”) supporting the episode’s discussion of genetics and happiness.
Robert Plomin is an American-British psychologist and geneticist best known for his research in behavioral genetics and the genetic basis of cognitive abilities, personality, and mental health. Since 1994, he has been a Research Professor at the Social, Genetic and Developmental Psychiatry Centre (SGDP), a department in the Institute of Psychiatry, Psychology and Neuroscience at King’s College London. Plomin is widely recognized as an influential figure in behavioral science, particularly for hi
| Mentioned in | 1 episode on 1 podcast (as of November 2026) |
|---|---|
| First heard | May 2025 on Ryan Hawk |
| Role | Professor of Behavioural Genetics (commonly known; not stated in transcript) |
| Affiliation | King's College London (commonly known; not stated in transcript) |
Who talks about Robert Plowman on podcasts?
Ryan Hawk brought up Robert Plowman; the most recent mention was May 2025 on Ryan Hawk.
- Why Rich People Aren't Happier on Ryan Hawk (May 2025) — Ryan Hawk