Skeptoid #1028: Manipulative Advertising episode artwork

EPISODE · Feb 17, 2026 · 17 MIN

Skeptoid #1028: Manipulative Advertising

from Skeptoid · host Brian Dunning

Advertising wants your attention, not your soul; and it’s not nearly as good at getting either as you might think. Learn about your ad choices: dovetail.prx.org/ad-choices

Advertising wants your attention, not your soul; and it’s not nearly as good at getting either as you might think.

NOW PLAYING

Skeptoid #1028: Manipulative Advertising

0:00 17:47

No transcript for this episode yet

We transcribe on demand. Request one and we'll notify you when it's ready — usually under 10 minutes.

No similar episodes found.

No similar podcasts found.

Frequently Asked Questions

How long is this episode of Skeptoid?

This episode is 17 minutes long.

When was this Skeptoid episode published?

This episode was published on February 17, 2026.

What is this episode about?

Advertising wants your attention, not your soul; and it’s not nearly as good at getting either as you might think. Learn about your ad choices: dovetail.prx.org/ad-choices

Can I download this Skeptoid episode?

Yes, you can download this episode by clicking the download button on the episode player, or subscribe to the podcast in your preferred podcast app for automatic downloads.
URL copied to clipboard!