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#150 — The Map of Misunderstanding

Making Sense with Sam Harris

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Cognitive Biases: Challenges in Understanding Decision-Making

This chapter explores the implications of cognitive biases and the replication crisis in psychological research, focusing on human behavior and decision-making. It discusses the distinction between System One (intuitive) and System Two (reflective) thinking, and how framing affects decision outcomes, especially in moral dilemmas. The conversation highlights the importance of scrutinizing intuition and the disconnect between confidence and accuracy in our judgments.

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