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The Confidence Illusion: Unpacking the Dunning-Kruger Effect
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Think you’re better than average? You’re not alone—but you might be wrong. In this episode, we dive into the fascinating world of the Dunning-Kruger effect: the psychological phenomenon where the least skilled often believe they’re the best, while true experts second-guess themselves. From metacognitive blind spots to statistical illusions, we explore what’s really behind this cognitive bias, why it’s often misunderstood, and how it plays out in everyday life—from the office to the internet. Is it real science or just a viral myth? Tune in to find out.
68 episodes
Manage episode 481920231 series 3264489
Think you’re better than average? You’re not alone—but you might be wrong. In this episode, we dive into the fascinating world of the Dunning-Kruger effect: the psychological phenomenon where the least skilled often believe they’re the best, while true experts second-guess themselves. From metacognitive blind spots to statistical illusions, we explore what’s really behind this cognitive bias, why it’s often misunderstood, and how it plays out in everyday life—from the office to the internet. Is it real science or just a viral myth? Tune in to find out.
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