This episode presents some interesting research demonstrating that following the news and current events can make you more stupid. Understanding the psychology behind this effect helps improve your rational thinking. It also explains why predicting doom is so popular and always sounds clever.

Show Notes:

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• The Rational Optimist by Matt Ridley
• Good News is Gradual, Bad New Sudden by Matt Ridley