Akimbo: A Podcast from Seth Godin Not really having this argument (E)
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Feb 21, 2024 
Seth Godin discusses the magical gulf between truth and belief, using examples like wine tasting and airplane disputes. He explores the difference between belief and truth, how beliefs can conflict with objective truths, and the challenges of reconciling the two. Additionally, he delves into sales objections, eliminating slack, rethinking college admissions, and proposing open hiring practices.
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First-Class Argument
- A woman insisted on a first-class seat on a small plane with no first-class section.
- The gate agent diffused the situation by agreeing that all seats were first class.
Belief vs. Truth
- Beliefs, unlike truths, don't require proof.
- People continue to hold their beliefs even when confronted with contradictory evidence.
Dog Tail Docking
- The practice of docking dogs' tails persists despite a lack of scientific basis.
- The reasons given often shift, highlighting how cultural beliefs outweigh truth.