Published Jun 28, 2016

Episode 36: Science of Deception

Exploring the science of deception, this episode delves into how parental honesty varies by gender, the psychological factors impacting human behavior, and the complexities of parenting decisions, from risk-taking to cultural influences, revealing the unintended consequences of trying to do what's best for children.

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Parental Influence on Driving

Cartoon Violence Uncovered

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Honesty and Parenting

Parenting Pitfalls

Cheating for Good

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Parenting and Honesty

Understanding Human Behavior

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Episode 36: Science of Deception

Topics covered

Popular Clips

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Influence of Honesty

Understanding Human BehaviorThe episode explores the psychological insights into human behavior and the significant role of parental influence on young drivers. These discussions reveal the complexities of human nature and the impact of parental modeling on risk-taking behaviors.

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Parenting ChallengesShankar Vedantam explores the complexities of parenting, from free-range approaches to vaccination concerns and cultural influences. Through real-life stories, he highlights the unintended consequences of well-meaning parental decisions.

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