Your attention feels like something completely personal. You decide what to watch, what to read, and when to put your phone down. But how much of that decision is actually yours? From social media and advertising to streaming platforms and algorithms, an entire industry is built ...Show more
11. Why Do We Believe Conspiracy Theories?
Conspiracy theories are everywhere. Some are obviously absurd, some are genuinely difficult to dismiss, and some real conspiracies have actually happened. So why are we so attracted to stories about secret groups, hidden agendas and people controlling things behind the scenes? Ma ...Show more