Zimbardo's Lucifer Effect: Understanding the Psychology of Evil

21/02/2025 24 min

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Explore the chilling depths of human behavior with Philip Zimbardo, the renowned psychologist behind 'The Lucifer Effect' and the Stanford Prison Experiment. This podcast delves into how situational forces can corrupt even the best individuals, examining real-world examples like Abu Ghraib to uncover the systemic roots of evil and the potential for heroic resistance.Explore the chilling depths of human behavior with Philip Zimbardo, the renowned psychologist behind 'The Lucifer Effect' and the Stanford Prison Experiment. This podcast delves into how situational forces can corrupt even the best individuals, examining real-world examples like Abu Ghraib to uncover the systemic roots of evil and the potential for heroic resistance.