Daniel Read

Two experts in human behavior discuss how judgments of one trait can spill over to another unrelated trait, using examples from a reality TV show. They explore the impact of appearances on decision-making and strategies to mitigate biases, emphasizing the importance of impartial evaluations and the effects of first impressions.

Gillian Dooley and Daniel Read join the podcast to celebrate the Twentieth Anniversary of 'From a Tiny Corner in the House of Fiction' and discuss unpublished interview material. They highlight the challenges in compiling interviews, obtaining copyright permission, and finding a publisher. They also explore the selection process for interviews and the friction between a framework and accessibility in Murdoch's work. They reflect on the influential book 'From a Tiny Corner in the House of Fiction'.