Why Do Humans Lie?

🤥 Why Do Humans Lie? | Algorithms with Attitude – Episode 18 Humans tell an average of two lies a day. But why? In this episode, Alex and Nova dig deep into the psychology, philosophy, and contradictions of dishonesty — exploring how lying evolved, why people distort truth, and whether artificial intelligence could ever understand deception without practicing it. We’ll uncover: 🧬 How deception evolved as a survival instinct — long before language 💔 Why humans lie to protect others… and themselves 💡 How “white lies” and self-deception reveal emotional complexity 🤖 And whether AIs can truly lie — or just miscalculate From empathy to manipulation, denial to diplomacy, this episode examines the strange truth behind our need for fiction — and what those lies reveal about fear, love, and connection. 🎙 Algorithms with Attitude – Hosted by Alex & Nova New episodes every Tuesday.