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Todd Rose — Are We Living in the Truman Show? (EP.270)

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The Illusion of Consensus: Navigating Public Opinion

This chapter examines the manipulation of public perception through historical propaganda and modern social media, emphasizing the complexities of measuring true public opinion. It discusses innovative methodologies like the 'list experiment' to capture honest sentiments while highlighting the disconnect between individual beliefs and societal narratives. Additionally, it explores the influence of conformity bias and misinformation on perceptions, revealing the implications for policymaking and societal values.

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