Magical Overthinking with Amanda Montell

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Why do human beings make terrible decisions? Is it our fault or is technology programming us to be irrational? Let's get into it with Renaissance Woman Amanda Montell, podcaster, linguist and author of the new book The Age of Magical Overthinking: Notes on Modern Irrationality. Why do we develop parasocial relationships with influencers and celebrities? Why do people have a baby to save a marriage? We may not have all the answers, but we do offer a little bit of hope for a more rational future. BUY AMANDA'S BOOK HERE - The Age of Magical Overthinking ORDER THE SICILIAN INHERITANCE HERE

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