Persuasion: Part 1

How do the groups you identify with shape your sense of self? Do they influence the beer you buy? The way you vote? In this favorite episode from 2021, psychologist Jay Van Bavel explains how our group loyalties affect us more than we realize, and can even shape our basic senses ...  Show more

We tend to see depression as an illness to eliminate, evidence that something has gone wrong in the brain. But what if low mood serves a purpose? Psychologist Jonathan Rottenberg examines the evolutionary roots of depression and reflects on his own painful experience with suicida ...  Show more

What are the best strategies to get people to say “Yes” to your requests in life? Acclaimed psychologist Robert Cialdini dives deep into the seven small things that make a huge impact in influencing others, as well as the difference between being influenced and being manipulated ...  Show more

“Only those who dare to fail greatly can ever achieve greatly.” – Robert F. Kennedy Join Christina and Jacquie for an insightful discussion with Lynn Mansour, a fellow classmate from HEC Paris. This episode is centered around the themes of audacity, purpose discovery, and confron ...  Show more

In this episode, I'll talk about a game-changing psychological hack that'll skyrocket your persuasiveness in every aspect of your life. But hey, before we jump in, let's clear the air about persuasion – it's not all about manipulation, folks! We're talking about the art of hel ...

How do you know when you're onto something BIG? In Part I of this two part episode, we’re covering the first 3 (of 7) signs and guideposts you can look for in order to measure how good an idea is... These two episodes will help you judge your ideas, as well as proactively protect ...  Show more