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
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12. Who Owns Your Attention?
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
10. Are We Really Living in a Meritocracy?
We’re told that if you work hard, develop your abilities, and make the right choices, you can rise. But how much of success actually comes from merit—and how much comes from circumstances we never chose? Maybe the most uncomfortable thing about meritocracy isn’t that it fails to ...Show more
9. The Business Of Fear
Fear is an emotion — but it’s also incredibly valuable.From news headlines and political campaigns to advertising and social media, fear can capture our attention, influence our decisions, and even make certain products, policies, and ideas more appealing.In this episode, I look ...Show more
8. How Do You Know You're Being Manipulated?
Propaganda isn’t always a lie. Sometimes, it’s a carefully selected truth.In this episode, I look at how propaganda, framing, selective information, headlines, algorithms, and emotional messaging can shape the way we see the world — often without us realizing it.We’ll explore the ...Show more