Macken Murphy is a 26-year-old scientist, writer, and content creator known for his work in evolutionary biology and anthropology. He holds a Master of Science degree in cognitive and evolutionary anthropology from the University of Oxford. Murphy is also recognized as an accomplished amateur boxer and the host of the "Species" podcast. His podcast, which explores animals and related topics, has garnered praise from various sources, including the BBC and The New York Times.
Murphy gained popularity on TikTok through engaging and informative videos, often dissecting relationship dynamics and human behavior using research-driven insights. Before his social media prominence, he was involved with Americorps, teaching science in an underserved middle school. Besides "Species," Murphy also created a Listenable audio course on Human Evolution. He is the author of "Animal Sidekicks: Amazing Stories of Symbiosis in Animals and Plants", a children's book. He also serves as an expert for the Couply app, contributing research-based content on relationships and behavioral science. Currently, Murphy is a GRS-funded scientist at the University of Melbourne.