13. Why Do We Obey?
We like to think of ourselves as independent people. We make our own decisions, question authority, and know when something feels wrong. But history — and some fascinating psychological research — sug...
18 Sep 9min
12. Who Owns Your Attention?
Your attention feels like something completely personal. You decide what to watch, what to read, and when to put your phone down. But how much of that decision is actually yours? From social media and...
16 Sep 7min
11. Why Do We Believe Conspiracy Theories?
Conspiracy theories are everywhere. Some are obviously absurd, some are genuinely difficult to dismiss, and some real conspiracies have actually happened. So why are we so attracted to stories about s...
14 Sep 9min
10. Are We Really Living in a Meritocracy?
We’re told that if you work hard, develop your abilities, and make the right choices, you can rise. But how much of success actually comes from merit—and how much comes from circumstances we never cho...
11 Sep 12min
9. The Business Of Fear
Fear is an emotion — but it’s also incredibly valuable.From news headlines and political campaigns to advertising and social media, fear can capture our attention, influence our decisions, and even ma...
9 Sep 10min
8. How Do You Know You're Being Manipulated?
Propaganda isn’t always a lie. Sometimes, it’s a carefully selected truth.In this episode, I look at how propaganda, framing, selective information, headlines, algorithms, and emotional messaging can ...
7 Sep 10min
7. Should We Tolerate The Intolerant?
What happens when tolerance goes too far?In this episode, I explore the paradox of tolerance — the idea that a completely tolerant society might eventually give space to people who want to destroy tha...
31 Aug 11min
6. Does The End Justify The Means?
What if doing something morally questionable could create a better outcome for everyone else?In this episode, I’m talking about utilitarianism — the idea that the right action is the one that creates ...
27 Aug 9min
