Carey Morewedge

Guests James Korris, Carey Morewedge & Jack Soll discuss a video game designed to reduce decision errors for intelligence analysts. They explore debiasing techniques through game design and share practical strategies for improving decision-making skills, emphasizing the importance of seeking diverse viewpoints and challenging assumptions.

Carey Morewedge, a Boston University marketing professor and expert in decision-making and AI systems, dives into the mechanics of AI recommender systems. He explains how platforms like Netflix and TikTok utilize user data to enhance engagement, often at the expense of long-term satisfaction. The conversation highlights ethical considerations, including the mismatch between stated and actual preferences, and the risks of over-relying on algorithms. Carey and the hosts discuss the delicate balance of human behavior and algorithmic influence, raising intriguing questions about technology's role in our lives.