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Why Do People Believe Conspiracy Theories, Especially About Coronavirus and Politics? With Dr. Parham Holakouee

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This week, we're joined remotely by Dr. Parham Holakouee, who talks to us about the danger of spreading conspiracy theories, why you should never make career decisions based on fear, and how the easiest way to lose your audience is by talking about statistics!

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