The Psychology Behind Charitable Giving

The podcast explores the various motivations and factors that influence charitable giving. It discusses how economists find it baffling and explores why people are willing to give away their money to help others. It highlights the importance of identity and social groups in motivating people to give. Additionally, it touches on the concept of rage donations, where people give out of anger towards certain events or statements. The podcast also features the insights and research of Dr. Cassandra Chapman, who studies the psychology of giving. She explains how giving can be a form of activism and how people's sense of identity influences their giving. Overall, the podcast provides an understanding of the complex motivations and behaviors related to charitable giving.