My Video Went Viral. Here's Why
AdultsCultureData ScienceHumanSocial MediaInternet CultureMy hypothesis is that the algorithm, rather than viewer preference, drives views on the site. As the algorithm shifts, various YouTubers experience burnout (as what used to work no longer works) and right now click-through rate is the key metric.
The Dunning-Kruger Effect
AdultsCultureHumanPsychologyMental HealthThe Dunning-Kruger Effect was first described in a 1999 paper by David Dunning and Justin Kruger.
The real reason conspiracy theories work
AdultsHistoryHumanPsychologySocietyHere's why we've evolved to fall for conspiracy theories.
The Secrets of Extreme Breath Holding
AdultsBiologyHealthHumanPsychologyHumans can hold our breath longer than we think by taking advantage of our body’s innate survival instincts - and then ignoring them.
What Is Social Anxiety Disorder?
AdultsHumanPsychologyRelationshipsMental HealthHealthSocial Anxiety Disorder is real. What happens when you have it?
People are Manipulating You on Facebook
AdultsHumanPsychologyTechnologySocial MediaCultureThank you Facebook for being so open to this discussion.
Primitive Technology: Grass thatch, Mud hut
AdultsCreativityHumanNatureArchitectureDIYPrimitive Technology: Grass thatch, Mud hut - Creating a grass thatch, mud hut from scratch.
The Origin of Consciousness
AdultsHumanPhilosophyPsychologyScienceConsciousness is perhaps the biggest riddle in nature. In the first part of this three part video series, we explore the origins of consciousness and take a closer look on how unaware things became aware.