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EPISODE · Jul 12, 2026 · 14 MIN

The Lucifer Effect: Why Good People Do Bad Things

from The Sanjay Gupta Show · host Sanjay Gupta

Why do ordinary people commit extraordinary acts of cruelty? What transforms kindness into violence, obedience into oppression, and good intentions into devastating consequences?This podcast explores the psychology of evil, power, morality, and human behavior through real-world events, groundbreaking psychological research, historical case studies, and thought-provoking discussions. From infamous crimes and authoritarian regimes to social influence, groupthink, manipulation, and ethical dilemmas, each episode examines the hidden forces that shape human choices.Whether you're fascinated by psychology, history, philosophy, criminology, or the darker side of human nature, you'll gain deeper insight into why people think, act, and make decisions the way they do.

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