Ep 873 - Lies Lies Lies and the Liars who Lie Them (Honest)

Glenn Ostlund's Psychology Today Profile Today's episode of Infants on Thrones dives into the intriguing world of lies and deception, inspired by a video from independent journalist Johnny Harris. I'm Glenn Ostlund, and I'm thrilled to share insights from Johnny's compelling investigation into why we lie, why we believe lies, and what we can do about it.Johnny Harris, with over 5 million subscribers on his YouTube channel, explores the complex nature of lying, touching on both intentional and unintentional falsehoods. His video delves into the neuroscience of deception, using humor and expert interviews to shed light on this pervasive human behavior. We'll discuss the evolutionary roots of lying, the brain's reward system, and how repetition influences belief formation through the illusory truth effect.Join me as I review Johnny Harris' video and add my own perspective on these fascinating topics. Together, we'll explore the intricate dance between truth and lies, uncovering how our brains process information and how social media shapes our perceptions.Show Notes:IntroductionOverview of today's episode inspired by Johnny Harris' videoGlenn's enthusiasm for Johnny Harris and his investigative workLink to Johnny Harris' YouTube channelMain Discussion: Understanding LiesThe complexity of lying: Intentional vs. Unintentional liesDefinitions and distinctions: Lies, truth, intentionality, and unintentionalityExamples from "Mean Girls" to illustrate different types of liesNeuroscience of LyingInsights from neuroscientists on the brain's reward systemEvolutionary perspective: How lying and passing along wrong information evolvedProcessing information: New vs. established neural pathwaysPsychological MechanismsIllusory truth effect: Repetition and belief formationConfirmation bias: How we accept and reject information based on existing beliefsEvolutionary success: Myths and stories as survival mechanismsSocial Media and Modern Information ConsumptionThe impact of social media on our perception of truth and liesNavigating the world of misinformation and lies: Tips and strategiesConclusionEmbracing curiosity and open-mindednessThe power of "I don't know"Reflecting on personal growth and evolving perspectivesResources Mentioned:Johnny Harris' YouTube channelMean Girls movie clipsNeuroscience research on the brain's reward systemArticles and studies on the illusory truth effect and confirmation biasQuotes to Remember:"I lie. And you lie. We all lie. And more importantly, we all believe lies.""Pay attention to your bricks, your thoughts, your feelings, your moment-by-moment experience.""Arrive curious. Empathize with others and seek to understand."Call to Action:Subscribe to Infants on Thrones for more thought-provoking discussionsCheck out Johnny Harris' investigative videos on YouTubeShare your thoughts and experiences with us on social media or in the commentsThank you for listening to Infants on Thrones! Join us next time as we continue to explore the complexities of the human experience and seek further light and knowledge together.