Send us a text Have you ever noticed that you remember the beginning and end of a list but struggle to recall the middle? This is the serial position effect, a fascinating psychological phenomenon that influences how we form memories and make decisions. In this episode of Decision Dynamics, we dive into the science behind the primacy and recency ef…

Send us a text Ever wonder why some arguments just don’t hold up under scrutiny? In this episode of Decision Dynamics, we dive into 10 of the most common logical fallacies that people unknowingly use to persuade, deflect, or manipulate. From straw man arguments to appeals to authority, we’ll break down each fallacy, provide real-world examples, and…

Send us a text Why do we sometimes let one positive (or negative) trait shape our entire perception of someone? In this episode of Decision Dynamics, we unpack the halo effect, a cognitive bias that leads us to overgeneralize based on a single characteristic, like someone’s looks, charm, or intelligence. Using engaging examples from business, educa…

Send us a text Why does doing a favor for someone make us like them ? In this episode of Decision Dynamics, we explore the Benjamin Franklin Effect, a psychological phenomenon where our actions—rather than their actions—shape our feelings toward others. Through historical anecdotes, psychological studies, and modern-day scenarios, we uncover how th…

Send us a text Why do we often assume that our view of the world is the only “correct” one? In this episode of Decision Dynamics, we examine naive realism, the belief that our perceptions are objective while others’ views are biased or misinformed. Through thought-provoking examples, psychological research, and relatable everyday situations, we’ll …

Send us a text Why do we often feel the need to act, even when doing nothing might be the better choice? In this episode of Decision Dynamics, we uncover the roots of action bias, a psychological tendency that drives us to favor action over inaction, often at the expense of rationality or better outcomes. Through intriguing studies, sports analogie…

Send us a text Why do we naturally gravitate toward people who share our background, beliefs, or identity—even when it leads to unfair decisions? In this episode of Decision Dynamics, we delve into in-group bias, the psychological tendency to favor those who are similar to us while overlooking or mistrusting others. Through insightful examples, fro…

Send us a text Have you ever looked up something online, only to forget it moments later? In this episode of Decision Dynamics, we delve into the Google Effect—a modern cognitive bias where easy access to information leads us to rely on search engines instead of committing knowledge to memory. We’ll uncover why this phenomenon happens, how it’s res…

Send us a text Why do we often choose inaction over action, even when it leads to poorer results? In this episode of Decision Dynamics, we dive into the fascinating phenomenon of omission bias—our tendency to judge harmful actions more harshly than harmful inactions, even when the consequences are the same or worse. Through compelling experiments, …

Send us a text How can seemingly credible scientific claims sometimes lack a solid foundation? In this episode of Decision Dynamics, we unravel the look elsewhere effect, a phenomenon where researchers find patterns or results that appear significant—simply because they’re looking too broadly or in too many places. Using real-world examples from sc…

Send us a text Why do we sometimes follow orders without thinking, even when they go against our instincts or better judgment? In this episode of Decision Dynamics, we explore the fascinating world of authority bias—our tendency to defer to authority figures without question. Through compelling real-world examples and classic psychological experime…

Send us a text Why do we feel the sting of losing more intensely than the thrill of winning? In this episode of Decision Dynamics, we dive into the psychology of loss aversion, a cognitive bias that makes us prioritize avoiding losses over pursuing gains—even when the odds are in our favor. Through relatable examples, groundbreaking research by beh…

Send us a text Why do we often assume that other people are only motivated by rewards or selfish interests, even when their actions suggest otherwise? In this episode of Decision Dynamic, we explore extrinsic incentive bias, a common psychological tendency that leads us to undervalue intrinsic motivations like passion, altruism, or personal fulfill…