Episode #1: The (ir)Rational Mob
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Exploring the Journey of a Social Psychologist and Crowd Psychology Theories
The chapter traces the evolution of a social psychologist's interest in crowd psychology, from early academic debates to activism during a university occupation. It delves into the study of group psychology, highlighting experiences that led to a fascination with social psychology. The narrative shifts to exploring Gustav Le Bon's views on mob mentality and his influential work 'The Crowd,' which analyzes submergence, contagion, and suggestibility in crowds.
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