We dive back into Robert Cialdini's "Influence: The Psychology of Persuasion," to talk a bit about why it's so easy to follow the leader, even when you know you shouldn't.Full show notesThings mentioned in this episode:

How To Subscribe To The PodcastInfluence: The Psychology of Persuasion, by Robert CialdiniRobert CialdiniWeapons of Influence #1: Reciprocation (Ep. 186)Weapons of Influence #2: Commitment and Consistency (Ep. 189)Weapons of Influence #3: Social Proof (Ep. 193)Weapons of Influence #4: Liking (Ep. 195)Elgato Green ScreenElgato Game Capture HD60Elgato Stream DeckAutoHotkeySpotify (iOS | Android)Podcast Addict (Android)Pocket Casts (iOS | Android)Milgram experimentBruce LeeHow to Go from Merely Good to Truly Great (Ep. 178)Catch Me If You Can (2002), on Rotten TomatoesCatch Me If You Can, by Frank AbagnaleFrank AbagnaleChange My View subreddit

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0:01:41 - How to subscribe to the podcast0:05:12 - Perceiving and being influenced by authority0:23:34 - Exposure to conflict and finding your moral stance0:30:53 - Being afraid of people whom you perceive as authoritative0:34:57 - Viewing things from a position of authority0:40:41 - Tricking people by resembling authoritative figures0:52:34 - Conclusion

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