EPISODE · Jun 13, 2026 · 5 MIN
Why Exaggeration Captures Us
from The Signals Room · host Signals Beneath The Surface
Most of us assume we make rational choices.But what if we’re often responding to the strongest signal in the room?A famous experiment involving birds and oversized plaster eggs revealed something fascinating about attraction and attention. Decades later, the lesson may be even more relevant than when it was first discovered.In this week’s podcast, I explore why exaggeration captures us so easily—and what it might be pulling us away from noticing. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit signalsbeneaththesurface.substack.com
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