Episode 4: When Consensus Hurts: Understanding Groupthink

In this episode, Ryan breaks down the concept of Groupthink—what it is, how it creeps into decision-making, and why even smart teams can fall into its trap. From history books to meeting rooms, Ryan explores how to spot it and stop it before it derails your mission. 🧠 Groupthink Coined by Irving Janis in the 1970s 📖 Learn more: Overview on Verywell Mind: 👉 https://www.verywellmind.com/what-is-groupthink-2795213  Bay of Pigs context from History.com: 👉 https://www.history.com/topics/cold-war/bay-of-pigs-invasion  Bay of Pigs lesson on leadership (JFK Library): 👉 https://www.jfklibrary.org/learn/about-jfk/jfk-in-history/the-bay-of-pigs