How Minds Change: The Surprising Science of Belief, Opinion, and Persuasion
David McRaney
11 Key ideas
29 MINS
4.7 (290)
Psychology Politics
Ever wondered what triggers radical shifts in beliefs?
How did Charlie Veitch, a prominent conspiracy theorist, transform his worldview?
How does our social identity and sense of belonging influence our beliefs, and why is it so crucial in accepting new ideas?
Discover the intricate dance between psychology, social dynamics, and cultural evolution in the formation and transformation of beliefs.
Ever wondered what triggers radical shifts in beliefs?
How did Charlie Veitch, a prominent conspiracy theorist, transform his worldview?
How does our social identity and sense of belonging influence our beliefs, and why is it so crucial in accepting new ideas?
Discover the intricate dance between psychology, social dynamics, and cultural evolution in the formation and transformation of beliefs.
Key Ideas
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#1
Can Charlie Veitch's Journey from Conspiracy to Truth Teach Us to Challenge Our Beliefs?
01 Jan 1970
02:02
02:02
#2
Empathy in Action: How Steve Deline and the Leadership LAB Revolutionize Activism
01 Jan 1970
02:43
02:43
#3
Can Wallisch and Karlovich's Research on 'The Dress' Solve Society's Polarized Perceptions?
01 Jan 1970
02:18
02:18
#4
How Steven Pinker, Jean Piaget, and Neuroscientists Explain Mind Changes
01 Jan 1970
03:00
03:00
#5
How Did Acts of Kindness Transform Former Westboro Baptist Church Members Zach and Megan Phelps-Roper?
01 Jan 1970
02:40
02:40
#6
From Conspiracies to Community: How Alex Jones and Truth Juice Remodeled Charlie Veitch's Beliefs
01 Jan 1970
02:38
02:38
#7
Can Deliberative Democracy Thrive in the Age of Social Media Echo Chambers?
01 Jan 1970
03:12
03:12
#8
From Capra to Cacioppo: The Evolution of Persuasion Post-WWII
01 Jan 1970
02:55
02:55
#9
Can Anthony Magnabosco's Street Epistemology Revolutionize How We Understand Beliefs?
01 Jan 1970
02:33
02:33
#10
From Stone Age Stasis to Modern Shifts: Obama, LGBTQ Rights, and the Power of Persistent Change
01 Jan 1970
03:10
03:10
#11
Final Recap
01 Jan 1970
02:25
02:25
About Author
David McRaney is an acclaimed author, journalist, and host of the popular "You Are Not So Smart" podcast. He is known for exploring the intricacies of human cognition and behavior. In his book "How Minds Change: The Surprising Science of Belief, Opinion, and Persuasion," McRaney delves into the psychological mechanisms behind how and why people change their minds, drawing on scientific research and real-world examples. His work is celebrated for making complex psychological concepts accessible and engaging to a broad audience.
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