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Look What You Made Me Do: How Incentives Shape Our Behavior

Truth Over Tribe: Christian Takes on Culture, News & Politics

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The Influence of Incentives on Media Coverage and Behavior

Delving into the impact of digital media incentives, this chapter explores the coverage of church abuse and scandal stories, demonstrating a connection between audience engagement, ad revenue, and subscription rates. It also discusses how incentives shape behavior and decision-making across various industries, using examples such as a woman picking up cans off the streets and a health expert prioritizing human life during COVID. The chapter further sheds light on the unintended negative consequences of incentives, illustrating how they can hinder open and honest discourse in society.

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