Do you really know? What is the Streisand effect?
Jan 24, 2025
Explore the fascinating concept of the Streisand effect, where censorship attempts lead to unexpected amplification of information. Discover how Barbra Streisand's legal actions against the media sparked this phenomenon and delve into other notable examples of how attempts to conceal can make things more visible. The discussion reveals the psychology behind this quirky effect and illustrates the paradox of trying to hide something, only to make it more prominent.
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Streisand Effect Origin
- Barbra Streisand sued photographer Kenneth Adelman and Pictopia.com for $50 million in 2003.
- She aimed to remove a photo of her Malibu mansion from the internet, but this action inadvertently popularized it.
Streisand Effect Psychology
- The Streisand Effect is driven by human curiosity.
- Attempts to suppress information often backfire, increasing interest and negative publicity.
Nestle vs. Greenpeace
- Nestle attempted to remove a Greenpeace video criticizing their palm oil practices.
- This attempt failed, resulting in increased attention and negative sentiment towards Nestle.