Short showThe Logic Glitch

Explore the hidden flaws in human reasoning through real-world examples of cognitive biases and logical fallacies. This show reveals exactly how the brain cuts corners to help you make smarter, more rational decisions.

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Why do we think others are gullible?

Why do we think others are gullible?

The hidden error driving unnecessary censorship

3:43
Can you trust your own memory?

Can you trust your own memory?

How suggestion can rewrite your personal history

3:11
Can believing in students make them smarter?

Can believing in students make them smarter?

How a simple lie improved children’s test scores

3:37
Do You Taste What You See?

Do You Taste What You See?

How visual cues override physical sensation

4:11
Can Charisma Fake Competence?

Can Charisma Fake Competence?

Why confidence often convinces us more than facts

3:36
Why do generic profiles feel so real?

Why do generic profiles feel so real?

The psychological trick behind the Barnum Effect.

3:28
Why do we blame victims?

Why do we blame victims?

The hidden danger of believing life is fair

2:50
Why do we debate the small stuff?

Why do we debate the small stuff?

The reason we ignore high-stakes issues

3:17
Why did anti-theft signs increase crime?

Why did anti-theft signs increase crime?

The accidental psychology of encouraging bad behavior.

3:05
Do you really know why you chose that?

Do you really know why you chose that?

How our brains rationalize decisions after the fact

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