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Nov 5, 2026 45 min

Why do we judge people within seconds?

from Curious City: Exploring Science and Wonders Hosted by Synthetic Universe

Why do we judge people within seconds? This episode explores the fascinating science behind first impressions, revealing how the brain rapidly predicts personality from faces, body language, and appearance. Discover why cognitive biases like the Halo Effect and confirmation bias often distort our judgment, how eye contact and genuine smiles influence perception, and why our first impressions are often far less accurate than we believe. Learn how moving beyond these mental shortcuts leads to better decisions and deeper relationships. This episode includes AI-generated content.

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