Published Jan 26, 2018

Radio Replay: The Power Hour

Shankar Vedantam delves into the evolutionary roots and psychological dynamics of power, examining how our ancient instincts manifest in modern society, and how authority can erode empathy and morality, creating a complex societal ambivalence toward the influential.

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