Special Episode: Interview with Jesse Singal on Quick Fix Psychology
June 18, 2021
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Episode 19 · June 18, 2021
Special Episode: Interview with Jesse Singal on Quick Fix Psychology
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<p>Another week and another extra special interview with journalist, podcaster, and Twitter outrage lightning rod, Jesse Singal.</p><p>We discuss his new book on Quick Fix psychology, the fallout of the replication crisis, and why we should be skeptical of anyone peddling simple 'one size fits all' solutions to complex social & psychological problems.</p><p>We have a fun wide ranging discussion covering social media dynamics, the dangers of audience capture, and the goddamn lab leak hypothesis! We also discover the dictionary definition pedantism and abuse Jesse with unending uncomfortable questions about culture war controversies.</p><p>Jesse provides keen insight and is a good sport when it comes to critical topics, we really enjoyed having him on and hope you guys enjoy the result!</p><p><strong>Links</strong></p><ul><li><a href="https://www.amazon.com/Quick-Fix-Psychology-Cant-Social/dp/0374239800" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><strong>Jesse's new Book: The Quick Fix</strong></a></li><li><a href="https://barpodcast.fireside.fm/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><strong>Blocked and Reported Podcast</strong></a></li><li><a href="https://jessesingal.substack.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><strong>Jesse's Singal-Minded Substack</strong></a></li></ul><br />
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