What A Simple Question Reveals About The Most Dangerous Cognitive Bias dives into our pesky habit of overestimating what we know and can do. Drawing on the real Dunning–Kruger curve, brain shortcuts, and awe-inspiring cautionary tales—from rogue trader Nick Leeson to a centuries-old bank’s collapse—it shows how a simple quiz or honest feedback can pop that overconfidence bubble.
On top of the deep dive into human psychology, Derek Muller and team plug a new tabletop game designed to curb overconfidence, showcase a magnetic molecular model kit called Snatoms, and invite you to join their weekly science newsletter. It’s a fast, fun roadmap for spotting overconfidence in yourself and learning how to keep it in check.
Watch on YouTube
Top comments (0)