
Would You Trust a Gangster Nanny? - Cautionary Questions with Rachel Botsman
Cautionary Tales with Tim Harford
Trust, Secrets, and Cognitive Dissonance
This chapter delves into the intricate dynamics of trust and belief, using the example of a cult anticipating an alien arrival to explore cognitive dissonance. It discusses how individuals maintain their convictions despite contradictory evidence and the influence of social dynamics on trustworthiness.
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