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Why Is Everyone So Angry? The Science of Outrage | Kurt Gray

2025/2/3
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Why do we see some people as victims and others as villains? Kurt Gray joins us to explore moral typecasting, the prey vs. predator mindset, and why harm is at the heart of all moral debates—whether it’s immigration, free speech, or gun rights. We uncover how our evolutionary instincts shape outrage and polarization and discuss practical strategies for bridging moral divides with personal stories instead of statistics.

Topics

[0:00] Moral Typecasting and Its Implications

[6:47] Intro to Kurt Gray and Speed Round

[10:30] Understanding Outrage and Moral Foundations

[18:30] Evolutions of Moral Psychology and Harm

[30:55] Moral Typecasting and Its Impact

[37:30] The Power of Personal Stories

[46:00] Practical Tips for Navigating Moral Discussions

[53:27] Grooving Session: Empathy, Understanding, and Discussing Divides

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