• Misbelief: What makes Rational People Believe Irrational Things - Dan Ariely

  • Mar 4 2024
  • Length: 55 mins
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Misbelief: What makes Rational People Believe Irrational Things - Dan Ariely

  • Summary

  • 🧐 We are honored to have the opportunity to welcome Dan Ariely, the esteemed James B. Duke Professor of psychology and behavioral economics at Duke University, for a second time to engage in a captivating conversation in this podcast episode.

    In this episode, we explore the world of misbelief and its impact on decision-making:

    • 📖 Dan discusses the inspiration behind his latest book, "Misbelief – What Makes Rational People Believe Irrational Things," drawn from personal experiences during the COVID-19 pandemic.

    • 🔎 Learn about Dan’s unique research approach, which combines scientific experiments with interviews and insights from individuals who hold misbeliefs.

    • 🧠 Explore the concept of the misbelief funnel and its four stages, illustrating how stress, misinformation, cognitive biases, and social forces contribute to the spread of misbelief.

    • 🗺 Discover how misbelief shapes our perceptions, decision-making processes, and vulnerability to misinformation in today’s complex world.

    • 🦉Dan expresses optimism for the future of behavioral science and the resilience and understanding of humanity.


    💌To learn more about Dan and his work, visit his website : https://danariely.com/

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