Published Apr 10, 2018

Liar, Liar

Explore the intricate dynamics of dishonesty with Dan Ariely as he delves into the slippery slope of small unethical acts, the creative justifications behind them, and the complex moral terrain where optimism meets selective truth-telling.

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The Slippery Slope
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Impact of Deception
02
Truth and Honesty
03

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Experiencing Embarrassment

The Nature of Honesty

The Cost of Truth

Creative Justifications

The Honesty Experiment

The Cost of Optimism

The Fudge Factor

The Complexity of Truth

The Slippery Slope

The Slippery Slope

Pain and Perspective

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Impact of Deception

Truth and Honesty

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Popular Clips

Episode Highlights

The Slippery SlopeThe episode explores how small actions can lead to significant unethical behavior and how creativity aids in justifying dishonesty. Dan Ariely shares insights into the slippery slope of dishonesty and the role of creative justifications.

The Slippery Slope

Impact of DeceptionDan Ariely explores the emotional and ethical complexities of optimism and truth-telling in the context of his recovery from severe burns. He examines how self-deception and selective truth-telling can sometimes serve as necessary coping mechanisms.

Impact of Deception

Truth and Honesty

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