Daniel Bar-Tal

Daniel Bar-Tal, an Emeritus professor at Tel Aviv University and expert on self-censorship, joins Beth Daly, Executive Editor of The Conversation. They dive into the psychology behind why individuals choose silence over expression, particularly under societal and political pressures. Bar-Tal shares insights on the implications of self-censorship in academic settings and its parallels in authoritarian regimes. The discussion reveals how fears of repercussions can stifle authentic discourse, impacting both academia and broader societal norms.