The Science of Personality Podcast 2024 Derailers of the Year
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Dec 17, 2024 The hosts dive into the 2024's top derailers, analyzing traits like 'excitable' and 'skeptical' in leadership, referencing current political figures. They highlight the dilemmas of reserved behavior and give the 'Derailer of the Year' award to Bashar al-Assad for his controversial actions. The discussion also touches on rivalries in hip-hop and the playful diversion provided by a viral baby hippo. Innovations in space travel and reflections on the evolving political landscape add depth to the conversation, showcasing the intricate links between personality and behavior.
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Excitable President
- South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol declared martial law, then withdrew it the next day.
- He later backtracked on his apology and now vows to fight impeachment.
Skeptical Podcaster
- Joe Rogan openly embraces conspiracy theories, from vaccines to the moon landing.
- He also questions the JFK assassination and is interested in UFOs.
Cautious Democrats
- Democrats replaced Biden with Harris out of caution after a poor debate and Trump's rising poll numbers.
- This cautious move aimed to avoid losing rather than proactively winning.