41. You can't make something settled just by saying it's settled - Ilana Redstone

Outrage Overload

How Certainty Fuels Outrage and Division

In this episode of the Outrage Overload podcast, we delight in a thought-provoking conversation with Ilana Redstone, a leading expert on the psychology of certainty. Redstone introduces the concept of the "certainty trap" and explores how absolute certainty can hinder intellectual growth and impede healthy democratic discourse. The discussion delves into the importance of questioning assumptions, embracing ambiguity, and recognizing the complexities of moral and ethical issues. Redstone highlights the connection between certainty and outrage, emphasizing the need to challenge our own thinking and understand the perspectives of those with differing opinions. The episode offers valuable insights into the role of certainty in shaping our beliefs and its implications for democracy and civil discourse.
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