Speaking of Psychology

The psychology of superstition, with Stuart Vyse, PhD

Aug 11, 2021

38:46

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Are You More Likely to Be Superstitious?

02:26

The History of Superstition

02:11

Is There a Border Between Superstition and Religious Belief?

03:44

Introduction

2min

What Is a Superstition?

2min

The History of Superstition

2min

What's Unlucky About Friday the Thirteenth?

2min

Numbers Are So Fertile Ground for Superstition

2min

Are You Superstitious?

2min

Are Some Cultures More Superstitious Than Others?

2min

The Evil Eye Is Very Widespread

4min

The Psychology of Superstition

3min

10.

Wade Boogs - The Most Superstitious Athletes Ever

3min

11.

Is There a Border Between Superstition and Religious Belief?

4min

12.

How Did You Become Interested in Studying the Psychology of Superstition?

2min

13.

Are We Hardwired to Be Superstitious?

2min

14.

The Dangerous Superstitions

2min

15.

Are You More Likely to Be Superstitious?

2min

16.

Is There a Relationship Between Superstition and OCD?

3min

Just in time for Friday the 13th, we discuss the psychology of superstition with Stuart Vyse, PhD, author of the book “Believing in Magic: The Psychology of Superstition.” Vyse discusses the origins of some popular superstitions, the psychological purposes superstition serves, and whether or not it’s possible that your lucky charm or pre-game ritual might actually help you perform better.

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