Change, Technically Andor and the psychology of resistance
Jul 22, 2025
Dissent and groupthink take center stage as the hosts explore themes from the TV show Andor. They discuss how sacrifice and solidarity shape rebellions, while elucidating the effects of in-group bias on personal judgments. The importance of trust, empathy, and dissenters in enacting change is emphasized, all tied back to psychological insights. Lastly, they unveil innovative messaging strategies that can unite diverse groups for policy support, all while navigating the complexities of group dynamics.
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Rebellion Requires Collective Sacrifice
- The show "Andor" portrays rebellion as a complex process requiring individual and group sacrifice.
- Change is built through meetings, discussions, and collective decisions rather than heroic acts.
Groups Shape Identity and Perception
- Groups are social constructs that influence identity and perception even when they are arbitrary.
- In-group bias can alter how we perceive fairness and events involving other groups.
Minimal Groups Reveal Biases
- Humans display in-group bias strongly even when group membership is randomly assigned.
- People prefer their group to have a bigger advantage over others rather than more absolute gain.
