Good episode on the social psychology of social media and how that distorts our perceptions of what other people think and encourages toxicity. (Bonus rec: today's episode on the presidential election with Josh Barro is also really good.)
A Psychologist Explains Four Reasons the Internet Feels So Broken
Jay Van Bavel of New York University joins Derek to explain the group psychology dynamics behind the negativity and tribalism often seen online
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