Episode 343: Confirmation Bias

Confirmation bias (n.): “the tendency to process information by looking for, or interpreting, information that is consistent with one’s existing beliefs.”

Because of the constant connectivity we experience today due to technological advancements, confirmation bias is more prevalent than ever. How can you combat this phenomenon to ensure that you learn from perspectives that differ from your own?

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References:

Confirmation bias: https://bit.ly/2pDnMp1

Dylan Marron, “Conversations with People who Hate Me”: https://bit.ly/2vfbVxF