Emotional responses to trauma can be amplified by media narratives, leading individuals to irrational conclusions. This phenomenon is rooted in psychological manipulation, where figures like Edward Bernays recognized how to modify behavior through propaganda. The constant reinforcement of certain beliefs can distort perceptions, causing people to dismiss observable realities in favor of emotionally charged interpretations. The example of significant advertising expenditures, such as a prominent Coca-Cola billboard, illustrates how perceived legitimacy influences public perception and acceptance. Additionally, educational systems can condition individuals to interpret messages in a biased manner, equating benign expressions with extreme meanings due to learned responses.

Get the Snipd
podcast app

Unlock the knowledge in podcasts with the podcast player of the future.
App store bannerPlay store banner

AI-powered
podcast player

Listen to all your favourite podcasts with AI-powered features

Discover
highlights

Listen to the best highlights from the podcasts you love and dive into the full episode

Save any
moment

Hear something you like? Tap your headphones to save it with AI-generated key takeaways

Share
& Export

Send highlights to Twitter, WhatsApp or export them to Notion, Readwise & more

AI-powered
podcast player

Listen to all your favourite podcasts with AI-powered features

Discover
highlights

Listen to the best highlights from the podcasts you love and dive into the full episode