The Cognitive Bias Costume Party

Pull up a chair and pour yourself something good — it’s time for another round of Drinks After Work! This time, we’re talking all about: How cognitive biases sneak into the way we design learning Why “expert syndrome” (aka Dunning-Kruger) can ruin credibility The hidden effects of the halo, horn, and affinity biases on planning and hiring False consensus and confirmation bias — and what they mean for team decision-making In this episode, Shannon and Deborah mix laughs with real talk as they unpack the ways bias shapes our work without us even realizing it. From LinkedIn bait-and-switch posts to echo chambers in the office, they connect everyday frustrations back to the subtle biases influencing how we design, teach, and lead. So sip, swig, or chug — and get ready to: Spot the biases that may be creeping into your own L&D practice Rethink how you build learner personas and team dynamics Bring contrarian voices into the room (and see why you need them) Reflect on when bias holds you back — and when it might be working in your favor Because it wouldn’t be Drinks After Work without the drinks, here are the FAB picks: Deborah: Romance Red Wine — courtesy of her new wine club subscription, keeping it simple but bougie. Shannon: A Paloma — tequila, grapefruit, and soda for a refreshing twist on summer sipping. Find all our drink recipes and more at our website. Be part of the Learning Rebels Community. Continue the conversation while building connections and capability. Learn more here. Join the Coffee Chat conversations Be part of Learning Rebels live Coffee Chat Discussions! Sign up here. Hire Learning Rebels. When you need learning that sticks, we’ll fight to make performance results happen. Visit the Learning Rebels website to learn more. Hosts: Shannon Tipton & Deborah Harris Podcast produced by: Obsidian Productions