Why We Believe Lies: Groupthink, Cognitive Bias, & the Spread of Political Misinformation

23/07/2025 32 min
Why We Believe Lies: Groupthink, Cognitive Bias, & the Spread of Political Misinformation

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Episode Synopsis

Join us as we discuss how groupthink and bias fuel belief in lies—and why political misinformation spreads so easily.

Harvesting Happiness Podcast Host Lisa Cypers Kamen speaks with cognitive scientist and Cognitive Immunity Research Collaborative (CIRCE) researcher Dr. Stephan Lewandowsky.

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