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What happens when ordinary people are placed in positions of absolute power—or total submission? In this episode of Naturally Off Topic, we take a deep dive into the Stanford Prison Experiment, one of the most infamous psychological studies in history.
Conducted in 1971 by Dr. Philip Zimbardo, this experiment was meant to simulate prison life—but it quickly spiraled out of control. From psychological breakdowns to disturbing abuses of power, the study exposed just how easily people can conform to the roles of oppressor and victim.
We’ll break down:
Was this experiment a groundbreaking revelation or an unethical disaster? Let’s get into it.
Learn more here: https://naturallyofftopic.podbean.com/p/the-stanford-prison-experiment-%e2%80%93-a-psychological-descent-into-power-and-control/
🎙️ New episode drops Friday, March 21st! Tune in wherever you listen to podcasts.
What happens when ordinary people are placed in positions of absolute power—or total submission? In this episode of Naturally Off Topic, we take a deep dive into the Stanford Prison Experiment, one of the most infamous psychological studies in history.
Conducted in 1971 by Dr. Philip Zimbardo, this experiment was meant to simulate prison life—but it quickly spiraled out of control. From psychological breakdowns to disturbing abuses of power, the study exposed just how easily people can conform to the roles of oppressor and victim.
We’ll break down:
Was this experiment a groundbreaking revelation or an unethical disaster? Let’s get into it.
Learn more here: https://naturallyofftopic.podbean.com/p/the-stanford-prison-experiment-%e2%80%93-a-psychological-descent-into-power-and-control/
🎙️ New episode drops Friday, March 21st! Tune in wherever you listen to podcasts.