June 04, 2024

Alex Edmans on Critical Thinking in a Post-truth World EP 463

1 hour 2 minutes

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In this episode of Passion Struck, host John R. Miles interviews Professor Alex Edmans on the importance of critical thinking in a post-truth world. Edmans discusses biases such as confirmation bias and black-and-white thinking that affect how people interpret information. He highlights examples like the Brexit referendum and the narrative fallacy to illustrate how misinformation can influence decision-making. The episode emphasizes the need to scrutinize information, disentangle correlation from causation, and consider different perspectives to make informed decisions in a world filled with misinformation.

Full show notes and resources can be found here: https://passionstruck.com/alex-edmans-critical-thinking-a-post-truth-world/

In this episode, you will learn:

Post-truth world: Misinformation is prevalent and people tend to believe what aligns with their biases and identity, rather than facts.

Data interpretation: Data can be manipulated to support a particular narrative, leading to misleading conclusions.

Narrative fallacy: Creating a cause-effect explanation where none exists, often seen in successful books and talks that present a simplified story to explain success.

Causation vs. correlation: Understanding the difference is crucial to avoid misinterpreting data and drawing incorrect conclusions.

Context matters: Cultural context influences how information is perceived and spread, highlighting the importance of understanding different perspectives.

Critical thinking: Applying critical thinking skills to scrutinize information, consider alternative

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