

Psychologists Off the Clock
Debbie Sorensen, Jill Stoddard, Yael Schonbrun, Michael Herold & Emily Edlynn
We are five experts in psychology, bringing you science-backed ideas that can help you flourish in your work, relationships, and health.
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Sep 6, 2023 • 1h 7min
319. Autonomy-Supportive Parenting with the AMAZING Emily Edlynn
We all want to raise our children to be self-sufficient and to explore their own identities, but it can be difficult to strike a balance between control and support. For this episode, we enlisted the guidance of Clinical Psychologist Emily Edlynn, who, through her book ‘Autonomy-Supportive Parenting’, provides parental strategies that encourage your kids to have autonomy while also establishing boundaries. We love how Emily’s compassionate, very non-judgmental approach alleviates some of the responsibilities that parents take on. You'll get so many helpful on-the-ground tools for instilling independence in your children and fostering motivation without imposing control. She also touches on questions about giving children allowances, navigating privacy, and how to reward your children in a positive way. Listen in to find out more about Emily's powerful parenting framework!Listen and Learn:
How Emily's book stands out by translating evidence from parenting research into a digestible practical guide
The internal and external factors that might contribute to controlling parenting
Adopting autonomy-supportive parenting as a way to step away from controlling behavior without giving up the responsibility of engaging in parenting that helps shape your children in healthy ways?
Strategies for encouraging active participation in chores
Why academic achievement has become a real pitfall for controlling parenting
Are there advantages to giving your child an allowance?
Navigating privacy from an autonomy-supportive parenting perspective when you might be concerned about your child’s safety
Resources:
Emily’s website
Emily’sbook Autonomy-Supportive Parenting: Reduce Parental Burnout and Raise Competent, Confident Children
Emily’s substack The Art and Science of Mom
Ask Your Mom
Follow Emily on Instagram, Twitter, Facebook and LinkedIn
About Emily EdlynnEmily Edlynn, PhD, is a licensed clinical psychologist in private practice with specialized training in pediatric health psychology. She's the author of parenting blog The Art and Science of Mom, as well as the upcoming book Autonomy-Supportive Parenting: Reduce Parental Burnout and Raise Competent, Confident Children.Dr. Edlynn has worked as a pediatric health psychologist in two large urban hospitals and was previously an assistant professor at University of Colorado Denver School of Medicine. She's currently the Director of Pediatric Behavioral Medicine at a private practice in Oak Park, Illinois. Dr. Edlynn writes a parenting blog, The Art and Science of Mom, and has penned the advice column, Ask Your Mom, for Parents since 2019. Dr. Edlynn has been featured as a parenting expert across national outlets and is the author of Autonomy-Supportive Parenting: Reduce Parental Burnout and Raise Competent, Confident Children.Related Episodes:
14. Mindful Parenting
78. The Self-Driven Child with William Stixrud
94. Parenthood in the Age of Fear with Kim Brooks
113. Self-Compassion for Parents with Susan Pollak
137. The Complexities of Motherhood with Daphne de Marneffe
146. Parental Burnout with Lisa Coyne
149. How Not Lose It with Your Kids with Carla Naumburg
194. How to Be (and raise) an Adult with Julie Lythcott-Haims
253. Free Range Kids with Lenore Skenazy
258. How to Have a Kid and a Life with Erika Souter
267. You are Not a Horrible Parent with Carla Naumburg
275. Work, Parent, Thrive with Yael Schonbrun
143. Happier Parenting KJ Dell’Antonia
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Aug 30, 2023 • 59min
318. Your Path to Personal Change with Michelle Drapkin
If you are struggling to make positive changes in your life, our interview with Dr. Michelle Drapkin is full of inspiration on prioritizing and being compassionate with yourself, even when facing setbacks. As we dig into research-proven strategies from Michelle’s new self-help book, The Motivational Interviewing Path to Personal Change, you’ll learn how motivational interviewing works and helps you move in the direction of what's important to you and your values. If you feel stuck or unsure about where to start, Michelle's tips on identifying targets for change and how to get unstuck using change talk will help you gain clarity and momentum. Tune in to learn how to harness your intrinsic motivation so that you can understand the "Why" behind your journey and make changes that last! Listen and Learn:
What is motivational interviewing?
The stages of change and why they’re not linear
Is Michelle’s book, The Motivational Interviewing Path to Personal Change, suitable for everyone, no matter your stage of change?
Is there a more skillful way to identify targets for change and goals?
Change begins with the DARN CAT
Sustained talk vs. change talk
Michelle's top tips for creating behavioral change
What to do if you encounter a setback
Resources:
Visit Dr. Michelle Drapkin’s website
Get your copy of Michelle's book, The Motivational Interviewing Path to Personal Change: The Essential Workbook for Creating the Life You Want
The CBT Center
Follow Michelle on LinkedIn
How to Change by Katy Milkman
About Michelle DrapkinDr. Michelle Drapkin has been working in the area of behavior change for over 20 years. She is the Owner/Director of the CBT Center and previously held roles as a Senior Behavioral Scientist at BetterUp, where she worked to advance the science and practice of evidence-based coaching in the workplace, and at Johnson and Johnson where she led the development and deployment of behavior change interventions, including an intervention for wellbeing and mindfulness. She held a national position at the Department of Veterans Affairs and was on faculty at the University of Pennsylvania. She is a board-certified Clinical Psychologist who sees patients in her private practice, consults with healthcare tech startups, and delivers trainings and workshops on communication, motivation, health, and well-being at work and in life. She is the author of The Motivational Interviewing Path to Personal Change: The Essential Workbook for Creating the Life You Want.Related Episodes:
297. School of Hard Talks with Emily Kline
243. Get it Done with Ayelet Fishbach
215. How to Change with Katy Milkman
167. Get Curious and Change Unhealthy Habits with Judson Brewer
135. Power of Empathy and Motivational Interviewing with Stephen Rollnick
66. Helping People Change Using Motivational Interviewing with Nadine Mastroleo
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Aug 23, 2023 • 1h 3min
317. Growing Up in Public with Devorah Heitner
In this age of technology, our children are more exposed than ever before. As parents, it falls upon us to educate and mentor them in responsibly navigating boundaries, identity, privacy, and reputation. For this episode, we bring you Devorah Heitner, who, in her most recent book titled Growing Up in Public: Coming of Age in the Digital World, touches on many important strategies for guiding our children to live in a digital world where privacy is nonexistent and judgment is unavoidable. Devorah's book could not have come at a better time and is a tremendously valuable resource for parents, kids, and community members to draw from because she offers so much advice on having meaningful conversations with your kids that foster trust and create connectedness. Listen and Learn:
What motivated Devorah to explore the idea that our children's childhoods are much more public than ours?
What impact do constant surveillance and digital exposure have on child development?
Tips for guiding children to make thoughtful decisions in the digital age
Why a fear-based approach to protecting your child's safety can breed increased secrecy and distrust
How to move from monitoring to mentoring when teaching your kids how to wisely engage with technology
Educating your children when it comes to exposure to sex and pornography online
Why it’s important to talk with your kids about the risk of sexting and practicing safe-sexting
Devorah shares her recommendations for kids' educational resources
What is intrinsic motivation, and how does it relate to our modern world's omnipresent grade apps?
Resources:
Devorah Heitner’s website
Devorah’s books, Growing Up in Public, Coming of Age in the Digital World and Screenwise: Helping Kids Thrive (and Survive) in Their Digital World
Scarleteen and Girlology
Devorah’s Substack - Mentoring Kids in a Connected World
Follow Devorah on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter
Books referenced in this episode:
Out: A Parent's Guide to Supporting Your Lgbtqia+ Kid Through Coming Out and Beyond by John Sovec
It’s Perfectly Normal by Robie H. Harris
This Is So Awkward: Modern Puberty Explained by Cara Natterson and Vanessa Kroll Bennett
About Devorah HeitnerDr. Devorah Heitner is an author who specializes in helping kids navigate tech using practical, research-informed approaches. She has a Ph.D. in Media/Technology & Society from Northwestern University and has taught at DePaul and Northwestern. Her work on mentoring kids in a connected world has appeared in the New York Times, The Washington Post, The Wall Street Journal, and CNN Opinion. She is a mother of a teenager of her own and the author of Screenwise: Helping Kids Thrive (and Survive) in Their Digital World and Growing Up in Public: Coming of Age in a Digital World which we are here to discuss today. Related Episodes:
78. The Self-Driven Child with Dr. William Stixrud
61. The Gift of Failure with Jessica Leahy
194. How to Be (and Raise) an Adult
297. School of Hard Talks with Emily Kline
304. The Emotional Lives of Teenagers
307. Navigating Social Media as a Parent with Cara Goodwin
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Aug 16, 2023 • 60min
316. Understanding Addiction with Judith Grisel
Addiction is a frightening disorder with complex root causes, affecting a staggering one in every five people over the age of 14. To explore the intricate nature of addiction, we invited Dr. Judith Grisel, a renowned psychology professor at Bucknell University and the author of Never Enough: The Neuroscience and Experience of Addiction, to the conversation. What makes this conversation so powerful is not only Dr. Grisels wealth of knowledge but also her ability to explain complicated ideas in such a relatable way. And what’s even more remarkable is her own history with substance abuse and how, with effective treatment and understanding, she embarked on her own thirty-plus-year road to recovery. Combining science-based understanding with learned experience, Judith explains how addiction affects the brain, the social, psychological, and genetic factors that play a part, as well as the value of de-stigmatization, support, and early treatment. Whether you or someone you love has been impacted by addiction, her insights, and transformational story are sure to provide guidance and hope.Listen and Learn:
Judith details her own experience with substance abuse and explains what it did for her on a psychological level
What is the link between genetic liability and substance use during adolescent years that makes individuals more susceptible to addiction?
Why the use of drugs is not a moral weakness
Can even moderate use of alcohol be detrimental to your health and well-being?
The neurological process that happens when it comes to addiction
The turning point that motivated Judith's road to recovery
Why support, early treatment, and curiosity could be the keys to your recovery
Are some drugs harder to quit than others?
The opposite of addiction isn't sobriety; it's freedom
What can society do to combat the underlying causes of addiction?
Resources:
Learn more about Judith
Judith’s book Never Enough: The Neuroscience and Experience of Addiction
Never Enough: The Neuroscience and Experience of Addiction - TED Talk by Judith Grisel
About Judith GriselDr. Judith Grisel is a behavioral neuroscientist with a particular interest in addiction. Her research attempts to identify psychological and genetic factors that lead some people to develop drug addictions while others in similar circumstances do not. Grisel’s work is inspired by her own personal experience with addiction, a struggle she chronicled in her book Never Enough: The Neuroscience and Experience of Addiction. The work, which appeared on the New York Times bestseller list for science books, established Grisel as a leading expert on the science of substance abuse. That reputation earned her an invitation to speak on addiction panels at the 2020 World Economic Forum.Related Episodes:
235. The Urge: The Shaping of Addiction & Mental Health with Carl Erik Fisher
286. Not Drinking Tonight with Amanda White
Episode 101. The Complete Family Guide to Addiction with Thomas Harrison and Hillary Connery
Episode 155. Mindfulness and Recovery with Rebecca Williams
Episode 202. The Addiction Inoculation with Jess Lahey
Episode 233. Dopamine Nation with Anna Lembke
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Aug 9, 2023 • 1h 3min
315. Hot & Bothered: Menopause with Jancee Dunn
It’s time to talk about menopause. Despite being such a pivotal stage in a woman's development, it does not always receive the acknowledgment it deserves. And with half of the population affected by menopause, it’s about time we started talking about it loud and proud!Helping us unpack the whirlwind of physical and emotional changes women experience as they go through this transition is Jancee Dunn, columnist, perimenopause warrior, and author of Hot and Bothered, who shares her insightful thoughts. As we laugh and learn about the ups and downs of menopause, you’ll hear about the 30+ symptoms (yep, you read that right!), and we've got you covered with intimacy tips, the best treatments to ease the discomfort, and even some surprising positives about this stage of life. No matter your gender identity, we welcome everyone to join us for this refreshingly hilarious and eye-opening journey!Listen and Learn:
The experiences Jancee went through with menopause that inspired her to write Hot and Bothered
Why Jancee advises confiding in loved ones—even your kids—when going through menopause
Some well-known and lesser-known menopausal symptoms
Understanding estrogen and progesterone through the lawnmower metaphor
Why you should avoid blood tests to determine menopause
The fascinating link between hot flashes, sleep, and weight gain
How menopause can impact sex and intimacy, as well as tips for a more comfortable experience!
Does menopausal hormone therapy treat all symptoms of menopause, and what are the risks and benefits?
The upside of menopause
Resources:
Jancee Dunn’s website
Hot and Bothered: What No One Tells You About Menopause and How to Feel Like Yourself Again
Follow Jancee on Instagram and Facebook
For trained menopause specialists, visit The North American Menopause Society (NAMS).
About Jancee DunnJancee Dunn is the New York Times bestselling author of nine books, including a memoir and a biography of Cyndi Lauper. Her essay collection Why Is My Mother Getting a Tattoo? was a finalist for the Thurber Prize for American Humor. Her last book, How Not To Hate Your Husband After Kids, was published in twelve languages. She is a frequent contributor to The New York Times, Vogue, and Health. She was a sex columnist at GQ and had a column that addressed ethical dilemmas in O, The Oprah Magazine. She lives in New Jersey with her husband, the author Tom Vanderbilt, and their daughter.Related Episodes:
92. Marriage in Midlife: The Rough Patch with Daphne de Marneffe
121. Be Mighty: An Episode for Stressed Out, Worried Women with Jill Stoddard
132. The Joy Of Movement With Kelly McGonigal
175. How to Sleep Better with Rafael Pelayo
204. Ageless with Andrew Steele
248. Let’s Talk About Sex & Intimacy with Zoë Kors
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Aug 4, 2023 • 28min
Bonus Episode: Nobody Should Believe Me with Andrea Dunlop
If you enjoyed our most recent episode, Episode 314, Munchausen by proxy with Andrea Dunlop and Marc Feldman on Munchausen by Proxy syndrome, you won’t want to miss Andrea’s podcast, Nobody Should Believe Me. In this special bonus episode, we are bringing our listeners the very first episode of Nobody Should Believe Me. Andrea shares how she first became captivated by the story of Hope Ybarra–who spent ten years in prison for Munchausen by Proxy–and begins to unpack the many similarities between Hope’s case and Andrea’s own family story.About Andrea DunlopAndrea Dunlop is the host and creator of NOBODY SHOULD BELIEVE ME, an investigative true crime podcast that is consistently in the top 20 on the Apple True Crime charts. Andrea is the founder of Munchausen Support, an online resource and non-profit that supports survivors and families. She is a member of the American Professional Society on the Abuse of Children’s Munchausen by proxy committee where she serves alongside some of the country’s foremost experts. Andrea is the author of four novels: Losing the Light (Atria; 2016), She Regrets Nothing (Atria: 2018), We Came Here to Forget (Atria; 2019), and Women Are the Fiercest Creatures (Zibby Books; 2023) Her work has been featured in places like Vanity Fair, People, Entertainment Weekly, ABC News Live, and elsewhere. She is currently working on a non-fiction book based on the podcast, co-authored with Detective Mike Weber that is forthcoming from St. Martin’s Press in 2024. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Aug 2, 2023 • 1h 16min
314. Munchausen by Proxy with Andrea Dunlop and Marc Feldman
Munchausen by Proxy Syndrome (MBPS) is a psychological disorder that you may have heard whispers about in the media in which a person, usually a parent, fakes or induces a medical condition in another person to gain attention. In most cases, it is the mother of a child who pretends or even causes medical symptoms the child does not actually have.To shed light on this highly complex topic, we brought in the expertise of Andrea Dunlop, founder of Munchausen Support, and Marc Feldman, a renowned specialist in factitious disorder, Munchausen syndrome, and Munchausen by proxy. Through personal experiences, real-life cases, and scientific research, they educate us on the underlying motivations behind this behavior, including the desire for attention and emotional gratification.The conversation also touches on the range of behaviors associated with Munchausen by Proxy, from subtle forms of overmedicalization to extreme cases involving active induction of illness. Andrea and Marc stress the need to acknowledge and address these behaviors, as well as provide support and resources for survivors and their families. Find out how we can support people affected by these complex disorders by tuning in.Listen and Learn:
Andrea shares her personal experience with the topic after her sister was investigated for medical child abuse
The distinctions between Munchausen syndrome and Munchausen by proxy
Are Munchausen syndrome patients, or Munchausen by proxy perpetrators, deliberately deceitful?
What kind of satisfaction does Munchausen syndrome cause to motivate such pathological behavior?
Can factitious disorder behaviors occur in both real life and online?
How do we recognize the signs of Munchausen syndrome, or Munchausen by proxy?
Does Munchausen behavior always lead someone to be the perpetrator?
Where to find resources and information about Munchausen
What we can do to prevent abuse inflicted by Munchausen by proxy
Are we bad at recognizing female violence?
Is rehabilitation possible?
Resources:
Website for Dr. Marc Feldman
Websites for Andrea Dunlop’s writing and Munchausen by Proxy advocacy work with resources
Follow Andrea on Instagram
Nobody Should Believe Me Podcast hosted and created by Andrea Dunlop
The Spectrum of Factitious Disorders and Dying to Be Ill: True Stories of Medical Deception by Marc Feldman
Munchausen syndrome by proxy. The Hinterland of Child Abuse an article by Roy Meadow
APSAC: American Professional Society Abuse Children
Munchausen By Proxy Warning Signs
Psychological Treatment of Factitious Disorder Imposed on Another/Munchausen by Proxy Abuse by Mary J. Sanders and Brenda Bursch
Related Episodes:
98. Narcissism with Avigail Lev and Robyn Walser
292. Adult Daughters of Narcissistic Mothers with Stephanie Kriesberg
263. Relationships with Emotionally Immature People with Lindsay Gibson
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Jul 28, 2023 • 1h 3min
313. ACT-Informed Exposure for Anxiety with Brian Pilecki and Brian Thompson
In the treatment of anxiety, panic disorder, and OCD, exposure therapy has long been recognized as the gold standard. But what if there was an even more powerful approach to confronting your fears or trauma?For this episode, we welcome two esteemed guests, Dr. Brian Thompson and Dr. Brian Pilecki to uncover the transformative impact of blending traditional exposure therapy with the principles of ACT.Through practical examples from their groundbreaking book, ACT-Informed Exposure for Anxiety, we learn about the significance of acceptance, values, and how clinicians can incorporate ACT concepts into exposure sessions, emphasizing the power of creativity and psychological flexibility in the therapeutic process. This is a must-listen for anyone seeking a deeper understanding of cutting-edge anxiety interventions. Tune in for an experience that could radically change your relationship with anxiety forever!Listen and Learn:
What is traditional exposure therapy?
Why choose ACT-informed exposure therapy over traditional exposure therapy?
The impact of psychological flexibility
How those who experience anxiety disorders may get caught up in rule-governed behavior
How rule-governed behaviors are undermined by ACT-informed exposure
What exactly is creative hopelessness, and how is it applied to ACT-informed exposure for anxiety?
Is there a structure to ACT-informed exposure?
Examples of how exposure therapy incorporates ACT principles
The common obstacles that can show up for a client or therapist when doing ACT-informed exposure
Resources:
Brian Pilecki, Ph.D.
Brian Thompson, Ph.D
The Cruelest Cure - New York Times article by Lauren Slater
Act-Informed Exposure for Anxiety: Creating Effective, Innovative, and Values-Based Exposures Using Acceptance and Commitment Therapy by Brian L. Thompson, Brian C. Pilecki and Joanne C. Chan
Altered States of Context Podcast
Related Episodes:
77. Acceptance and Commitment Therapy with Jill Stoddard
287. Think, Act, Be with Seth Gillihan
212. Stuff That’s Loud with Lisa Coyne & Ben Sedley
188. Unwinding Anxiety with Judson Brewer
181. Stop Avoiding Stuff with Matt Boone
121. Be Mighty with Jill Stoddard
309. Language of Emotions with Karla McClaren
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Jul 19, 2023 • 57min
312. Throwback Episode! The Invisible Gorilla with Christopher Chabris
Have you ever considered that, while being super focused can be a positive quality, it may also have its drawbacks? Think about it: when you channel your attention so intensely on one thing, you could be neglecting a whole realm of valuable information and stimuli out there.Embark on a journey with us into the mysterious world of illusions! Piggy-backing off of the previous episode on the science of deception, we are taking you back in time to revisit an eleven-year-old conversation between Debbie and Christopher Chabris for the New Books Network about, "The Invisible Gorilla: How Our Intuitions Deceive Us ". Through this captivating book, you’ll discover how to view the world through the lens of illusions and how our perceptions can be deceived. From the illusion of attention, flashbulb memory, and The Mozart Effect to the illusions of confidence and knowledge, challenge your assumptions and gain insight into how our brains can be tricked and our decision-making influenced.Listen and Learn:
How was The Gorilla Experiment conceived, and what were the key findings?
What did the experiment reveal about attention in particular?
How the illusion of attention can affect our daily lives
Why do we not notice significant changes in our visual world when our attention is distracted?
Do we actually pay attention to our memories?
The illusion of knowledge and how it pertains to investing
Why do we think we know cause and effect better than we actually do?
The Mozart Effect: is it really beneficial to our cognitive abilities?
The illusion of potential and why we have the tendency to believe that there are quick and easy ways to achieve dramatic results
How to change your environment to make you less prone to falling victim to these illusions
Resources:
Christopher Chabris
The Invisible Gorilla: And Other Ways Our Intuitions Deceive Us by Christopher Chabris and Daniel Simons
Follow Christopher on Twitter
Original interview on New Books Network
About Christopher ChabrisDr. Christopher Chabris is a cognitive scientist who has taught at Union College and Harvard University and is a Fellow of the Association for Psychological Science. His research focuses on decision-making, attention, intelligence, and behavior genetics. Chris received his Ph.D. in psychology and A.B. in computer science from Harvard University. He is a chess master, poker amateur, and games enthusiast; for three years he wrote the “Game On” column in The Wall Street.Related Episodes:
311. Nobody’s Fool with Daniel Simons and Christopher Chabris
42. Strategies To Increase Focus And Work More Effectively with Debbie and Diana
127. Indistractable with Nir Eyal
20. Phones, Games, And Screens: Sustainable Technology Use
13. Healthy Aging and the Brain
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Jul 12, 2023 • 1h 7min
311. Nobody's Fool with Daniel Simons and Christopher Chabris
Deception is everywhere. Fake psychics, dodgy investment deals, cults, and pesky scam calls can be hard to detect, even for the smartest or most vigilant individuals. This poses the question of what makes us vulnerable and what precautions we can take? Joining us for this episode are two exceptional cognitive scientists, Christopher Chabris and Daniel Simons. Through studies and findings from their highly anticipated book, "Nobody's Fool, Why We Get Taken In, and What We Can Do About It" they provide us with valuable insight into how to navigate the treacherous world of deception. In this fascinating conversation, Christopher and Daniel unveil the cognitive biases that plague us all while offering practical ways to safeguard ourselves from being duped. Drawing upon real-life situations, they come equipped with an arsenal of tactics that can be incorporated into your daily life and that won't breed paranoia or leave you in a perpetual state of vigilance—quite the opposite! Their goal is to provide you with the knowledge to navigate life confidently, cautiously, and securely.Listen and Learn:
Is everyone susceptible to being duped?
How have Daniel and Christopher become savvier at recognizing scams as a result of writing and researching their book, Nobody’s Fool?
Daniel's clever suggestion for protecting your family from scam calls
How ‘truth bias’ can make us more vulnerable in day-to-day life
Why do we often fail to see something that's right in front of us? Even something so glaringly apparent?
Principle of focus: what does it mean, and how is it used as a means to deceive?
How our beliefs and expectations can deter us from seeing what is actually there and how to avoid falling victim to the trap
Why it's crucial to consider all of the information that you're missing when interpreting information or data that is presented to you
How can we protect ourselves from being fooled when the risk is high?
The “illusory truth effect”: why do we have a tendency to treat familiarity as a sign of fact?
How can we find that balance between accepting the truth bias and being cautious?
Resources:
Christopher Chabris
Follow Christopher on Twitter
Daniel Simons
Follow Daniel on Twitter
Nobody's Fool, Why We Get Taken In, and What We Can Do About It
The Invisible Gorilla: How Our Intuitions Deceive Us
Gorilla Experiment
Influence: Science and Practice by Robert Cialdini
About Daniel Simons and Christopher Chabris:Daniel Simons and Christopher Chabris are the authors of the 2010 New York Times Bestseller, The Invisible Gorilla: How Our Intuitions Deceive Us, which has been translated into 20 languages. They have collaborated on research for more than 25 years, and they jointly received the 2004 Ig Nobel Prize (given for research that "first makes you laugh and then makes you think"). They have contributed to The New York Times, The Wall Street Journal, The Washington Post, Los Angeles Times, Slate, and other national publications, and their work has appeared in science museums worldwide. They spent nearly a decade researching and writing Nobody’s Fool.Related Episodes:
295. Buyer Beware: Pseudoscience and the Wellness Industry, featuring Pooja Lakshmin
255. Influence is Your Superpower with Zoe Chance
196. The Neuroscience of Marketing with Matt Johnson and Prince Ghuman
305. The Power of Saying No with Vanessa Patrick
186. Set Boundaries Find Peace with Nedra Tawwab:
276. Assertive Communication Skills with Randy Paterson
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