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You Are Not So Smart

You Are Not So Smart is a show about psychology that celebrates science and self delusion. In each episode, we explore what we've learned so far about reasoning, biases, judgments, and decision-making... Read more

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266 - Project Alpha - Brian Brushwood

266 - Project Alpha - Brian Brushwood

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265 - Chess Queens - Jennifer Shahade (rebroadcast)

265 - Chess Queens - Jennifer Shahade (rebroadcast)

In this episode we sit down with Jennifer Shahade, a two-time U.S. Women’s Chess Champion, author, speaker, and professi... Read more

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