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Episode Synopsis
Have you ever wondered, "Why would such a smart person make such an idiotic choice?"
In this podcast, Alex and Emily discuss the psychology and neuroscience of why just having brains doesn't stop people from making poor decisions. They explore concepts from overconfidence and cognitive biases to social pressures and stress. These types of biases, pressures, and stress can cloud even the brightest minds.
In this podcast, Alex and Emily discuss the psychology and neuroscience of why just having brains doesn't stop people from making poor decisions. They explore concepts from overconfidence and cognitive biases to social pressures and stress. These types of biases, pressures, and stress can cloud even the brightest minds.
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