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Gordon Pennycook

Mentioned in 3 analyzed podcast episodes across 3 shows

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Scaling Laws

Scaling Laws · Feb 10, 2026

The Persuasion Machine: David Rand on How LLMs Can Reshape Political Beliefs

Close collaborator with Rand on research distinguishing between analytical thinking and gut-based misinformation belief

LLM Political Persuasion ResearchAI Accuracy vs. Persuasiveness TradeoffSystem Prompt Transparency Requirements
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The Michael Shermer Show

The Michael Shermer Show · Jan 27, 2026

Truth Still Matters (And Here's Why)

Psychologist whose surveys identified traits of open-minded thinkers versus conspiracy theorists

Epistemology and Truth DefinitionBayesian Reasoning and ProbabilityConspiracy Theory Psychology
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Sean Carroll's Mindscape: Science, Society, Philosophy, Culture, Arts, and Ideas

Sean Carroll's Mindscape: Science, Society, Philosophy, Culture, Arts, and Ideas · Oct 27, 2025

333 | Gordon Pennycook on Unthinkingness, Conspiracies, and What to Do About Them

Experimental psychologist and Ig Nobel Prize winner discussing research on bullshit, misinformation, and conspiracy theories

Pseudo-Profound Bullshit DetectionConspiracy Theory PsychologyMisinformation and Fake News
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