Episodes (Page 27)
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The episode analyzes why predictions are often wrong.
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The story of rapper Olutosin Oduwole is revisited.
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Explores how unconscious bias affects police shootings and community culture.
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Introduces the 'Broken Windows' theory of crime and policing.
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Explores our subconscious preference for things related to ourselves.
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Compares the 'fox' (nuanced) and 'hedgehog' (big idea) cognitive styles.
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Examines the nature of coincidences and our search for meaning.
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Analyzes honest insights from anonymous Google searches.
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Explains how spending money expresses personal values and identity.
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Explores the ironic social isolation caused by social media.
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Considers the profound power and importance of physical touch.
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Investigates the psychological effects of solitary confinement in prisons.
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Dan Ariely discusses how opportunity, not just character, influences dishonesty.
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Scarcity, like hunger or poverty, narrows focus and impairs decision-making.
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Neuroscientist Tali Sharot explains why we resist changing beliefs.
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Revisiting the Israeli-Palestinian conflict with empathy for both sides.
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Comedian Maz Jobrani finds humor in political divides.
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Researchers explore triggers for violent actions among young men.
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Sociologist Lisa Wade examines modern campus hookup culture.