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The Skeptics Guide #1053 - Sep 13 2025

The Skeptics' Guide to the Universe

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Music, Memory, and Bias

This chapter examines the effects of confirmation bias in medical discussions, linking it to anti-medical sentiments and 'clean lifestyles'. It shifts focus to the evolution of musical preferences across generations, highlighting how older listeners often prefer familiar tracks while younger audiences lean towards discovering new music. The conversation explores the challenges of navigating music streaming platforms, the implications of AI in music, and the complex dynamics of personal tastes influenced by nostalgia.

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