Enjoy this brief teaser from our latest podcast episode. To listen the full version ad-free as well as get access to many more episodes and shows, get your free trial of Whisper Premium today: www.whisper.fm --------------------------------- What are the complex mechanisms that contribute to the birth and spread of conspiracies? This episode features a potted history of conspiracy theories, traced back to times of heightened fear and uncertainty through to their wildfire spread across modern digital platforms. Discover the connection between our mind's latent fears and the birth of these captivating narratives. Unearth the role of cognitive dissonance in creating a fertile breeding ground for these theories, and examine how projection acts as a defensive mechanism, assigning blame externally, giving these theories their potency. Start your journey of enlightenment with psychology as your guiding light. Listen now.
What is Sleep With Psychology?
Ever wondered why we think, feel, or dream the way we do?
We invite you to drift off while exploring the mysteries of the mind. Calm, thoughtful narration guides you through fascinating ideas. Memory and emotion. Identity, behavior, and beyond. We revisit classic studies and reflect on our everyday experiences, creating a space for you to relax your body while engaging your curiosity. Jargon busted. No pressure. Just restful insight into what makes us human.
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