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The Skeptics Guide #988 - Jun 15 2024

The Skeptics' Guide to the Universe

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Bader-Meinhof Phenomenon and Selective Attention

The hosts explore the Bader-Meinhof phenomenon, also known as frequency illusion, where once you notice something, you start seeing it everywhere. They discuss personal experiences and delve into how selective attention plays a role in this phenomenon, leading to increased awareness and the illusion of higher frequencies of occurrence.

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