Published Nov 8, 2022

The psychology of human delusions with filmmaker Adam McKay

Adam Grant delves into the intricate web of media influence and societal delusions with filmmaker Adam McKay, dissecting the power of corporate media in shaping public beliefs and the strategic use of humor in activism as a tool for challenging oppressive systems.

Episode Highlights

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Media Influence
01
Psychology of Delusion
02
Humor in Activism
03

The psychology of human delusions with filmmaker Adam McKay

Topics covered

Popular Clips

Delusion Economy

Humor as Protest

Delusions and Reality

Networking Myths

Global Impact of Film

Comedy and Tragedy

Media's Hidden Influence

Creative Comedy Insights

Bedtime Stories Reimagined

Climate Comedy Connection

Comedy and Tragedy

Humor and Resistance

Courage to Speak

Humor and Characters

Episode Highlights

Media Influence

Psychology of Delusion

Humor in Activism

The psychology of human delusions with filmmaker Adam McKay

Topics covered

Popular Clips

Episode Highlights

Media InfluenceAdam McKay and Adam Grant explore the influence of corporate media ownership on public discourse and the inadequate coverage of climate issues. They discuss how these factors shape societal perceptions and hinder transformative change.

Media Influence

Psychology of DelusionAdam McKay and Adam Grant discuss the pervasive nature of delusion in modern society, examining how economic systems and power structures exploit these beliefs. They explore the impact of media and authority figures in shaping and maintaining these delusions.

Psychology of Delusion

Humor in ActivismAdam Grant and Adam McKay explore the transformative power of humor in activism. They discuss how comedy can be a strategic tool in resisting oppressive regimes and challenging power structures.

Humor in Activism