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Nudge

Nudge is the UK"s #1 marketing podcast, breaking down the hidden psychology behind what we do and why we do it. No BS, just smart, science-backed insights that actually work.

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38:15

Elizabeth Holmes: How she deceived the world (part two)

Nudge ·

2023/06/26

Elizabeth Holmes deceived the world. By lying repeatedly over her 15-year career, she raised $1 billion in funding and became the world's youngest self-made female billionaire. In this episode, I explain why people believed her (spoiler: it's due to behavioural science). My Halo Effect experiment: https://imgur.com/oV4REzq Harvard Labour Illusion study: http://bit.ly/41TWo73 Labour illusion on Theranos.com: https://i.im.ge/2023/03/09/7fUfZp.Theranos-one.png Watching-eyes effect on Theranos.com

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32:43

There’s a problem with the world’s most famous nudge

Nudge ·

2023/06/19

There’s a simple trick governments use to dramatically change the behaviour of their population. It’s been known to keep kids in school, reduce imprisonment, encourage healthy eating, and lower household energy bills. And yet, this well-known trick has surprising, detrimental consequences. Today, I chat with London’s most popular taxi driver Tom Hutley about the problems with making things easy. We talk about Uber, stocks, and organ donations, and explain why the easy option isn’t always

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39:00

Elizabeth Holmes: The psychology of a liar (part one)

Nudge ·

2023/06/12

Most of us have heard that Elizabeth Holmes is a pathological liar. How she coned investors out of billions. But few of us know why she did it, why her employees endorsed her and why so many of us believe her. In this episode of Nudge, I study the psychology behind dishonesty and attempt to reveal the psychology of a liar. Dan Ariely’s book: http://bit.ly/3T2RTmx The Dropout podcast: http://bit.ly/3yuRXSy Try HubSpot for free: https://hubspot.sjv.io/jWq4k6 Sign up for the Nudge Newsletter:

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37:32

Why card counters can’t bankrupt casinos (with Steven...

Nudge ·

2023/06/05

Card counters should bankrupt casinos. They have an edge that means they’ll win more than they lose. But they don’t bankrupt casinos. And the reason why has more to do with behavioural science than mathematics. Today I chat with one of the world’s most popular card counters, Steven Bridges as we talk through how card counters use psychology to get an edge. Listen to the bonus episode: https://tinyurl.com/w6r3nfna Steven’s YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@stevenbridges Steven’s website:

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31:15

Tips for living a happier life (according to science)

Nudge ·

2023/05/30

I asked one of the world's leading experts on happiness to share scientific tips for living a happier life. Link to buy Cassie’s book: https://www.cassiemholmes.com/happierhour Try HubSpot for free: https://hubspot.sjv.io/jWq4k6 Sign up for the Nudge Newsletter: https://www.nudgepodcast.com/mailing-list Check out my course: https://science-of-marketing.teachable.com/

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33:45

Why working at a large organisation will kill your...

Nudge ·

2023/05/22

In this episode, I discuss Derren Brown, Solomon Asch, the conformity bias, social loafing, my favourite reality TV show … and why most of us feel uncreative and unproductive at large organizations. Tune in to hear Professor Ayelet Fishbach and I share why groups can dampen our productivity, why dishonest leaders create dishonest teams, and how to convince a sane member of the public they’re flying through space while sitting in a room in Ipswich. YouTube video on Space Cadets:

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27:24

Can too much free time make you unhappy?

Nudge ·

2023/05/15

Too much free time might make you unhappy. Find out why on this episode of Nudge with Professor Cassie Holmes. Link to Bystander Study on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=z4S1LLrSzVE&ab_channel=HeroicImaginationTV Link to buy Cassie’s book: https://www.cassiemholmes.com/happierhour Try HubSpot for free: https://hubspot.sjv.io/jWq4k6 Sign up for the Nudge Newsletter: https://www.nudgepodcast.com/mailing-list Check out my course: https://science-of-marketing.teachable.com/

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35:31

How black cab drivers memorise every road in London

Nudge ·

2023/05/08

London black cab drivers memorise (almost) every road in the city. I wanted to know how. Today, I interview one of London’s most well-known black cabbies, Tom the Taxi Driver. He explains how he memorised 25,000 roads in London sharing the memory tactics he used. We go into the science of memory, how taxi drivers literally have a bigger brain, and I attempt to memorise every capital in the world. Tom’s YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@TomtheTaxiDriver Full video of my attempt to name all

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40:41

The way to cure your procrastination problem

Nudge ·

2023/05/01

Today I interview motivation expert Dr Ayelet Fishbach and ask if she can cure my procrastination problem. The Palau Pledge: https://bit.ly/3DcnfQZ Ayelet’s website: https://www.ayeletfishbach.com/ Ayelet’s book: https://www.ayeletfishbach.com/book Sign up for the Nudge Newsletter: https://www.nudgepodcast.com/mailing-list Try HubSpot for free: https://hubspot.sjv.io/jWq4k6

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36:06

The overlooked productivity hack that’s backed by...

Nudge ·

2023/04/24

Are you interested in a productivity hack, proven by science that will not only make you more productive, but also increase life expectancy, and enhance memory and creativity? It’ll also make you more attractive, aid in weight loss and lower food cravings. It reduces the risk of heart attacks, strokes and diabetes, plus it improves your mental health and overall well-being. Sounds good, right? Well, tune in to hear what it is. Show notes: Dr Matthew Walker’s Book:

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31:32

Why stupid people think they’re smart

Nudge ·

2023/04/17

Ever wonder how stupid people get such important jobs? It might be down to overconfidence. We all assume we’re better at our jobs than others. In this episode, best-selling author Will Storr and I look into the science behind overconfidence. We cover the confirmation bias, status, capitalism, communism, and why 100s of my listeners say they’re above-average cooks. My survey results: https://tinyurl.com/yc79c2kn Jonathan Haidt videos: Capitalism is freedom:

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38:16

How to stay motivated (according to science)

Nudge ·

2023/04/10

Most of us struggle to stay motivated. That’s normal. A lack of motivation is something that can affect us every day. Perhaps you’re struggling to stay motivated at work, or perhaps you need to motivate your team. It’s hard. So, here are some tips on how to find your intrinsic motivation from an expert Professor Ayelet Fishbach, author of the bestselling motivational science book Get It Done. Ayelet’s website: https://www.ayeletfishbach.com/ Ayelet’s book: https://www.ayeletfishbach.com/book Sign

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40:34

The surprisingly simple way to change someone’s mind

Nudge ·

2023/04/03

Changing someone’s mind is tough. But there’s one tactic that makes it much easier. Listen and you’ll learn how Trump convinced millions to support him, why Shakespeare became so popular, why Star Wars broke Hollywood, and a simple trick to get any job you want. Learn more about Will: https://willstorr.com/ Try HubSpot for free: https://hubspot.sjv.io/jWq4k6 Sign up for the Nudge Newsletter: https://www.nudgepodcast.com/mailing-list Subscribe to Nudge on YouTube:

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29:51

Greta Thunberg: How a teenager caught the world's...

Nudge ·

2023/03/27

In this episode, we explore the story of how 15-year-old Swedish schoolgirl Greta Thunberg became a global climate icon. From giving schoolroom presentations to inspiring speeches at rallies and the UN, we detail the communication strategies that made her message stand out and captivated audiences worldwide. We also examine the behavioural science principles behind her success and how you can apply these principles to your own messaging and activism. Tune in to learn more. Sign up for the Nudge

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39:17

I tested 5 MORE marketing principles to see if they...

Nudge ·

2023/03/20

Ever worried about someone stealing your phone at the beach? Well, there’s one thing you can do to make your phone 4x safer. It involves using a psychology-inspired principle to change behaviour. On this show, you’ll learn what it is, and why it’s important to marketers. Today, Nancy Harhut and I will cover five more marketing principles. Plus, I’ll share my real-world experiments to reveal which principles work, and which don’t. Try HubSpot for free: https://hubspot.sjv.io/jWq4k6 Consistency

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30:50

Five ads that changed the world

Nudge ·

2023/03/13

In this show, I share 5 ads that changed the world. Some have changed our morning routines, and others have changed our Christmas celebrations. Some have determined the leaders we pick and others have altered the wars we fight in. Whether we like it or not, advertisements have changed our world, and in today’s Nudge. I’ll show you how. Try HubSpot for free: https://hubspot.sjv.io/jWq4k6 Sign up for the Nudge Newsletter: https://www.nudgepodcast.com/mailing-list Take the Science of Marketing

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27:30

The persuasive effect of mere exposure

Nudge ·

2023/03/06

Curious about the persuasive power of familiarity? Ever wondered how on earth Trump won? In this episode, I reveal how Donald Trump used mere exposure to convince millions to follow him. Tune in to learn how repeated exposure may have influenced public opinion and contributed to Trump's problematic success as a politician. Plus, we'll discuss the potential drawbacks of relying on mere exposure and its implications for democracy. 20 Ads That Shook the World: bit.ly/3P8BsTM Pete Judo's YouTube:

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35:02

I tested 5 marketing principles to see if they really...

Nudge ·

2023/02/27

I’ve spent $1,000s testing marketing principles for this show. Some work. Some don’t. In this episode, Nancy Harhut and I put these principles to the test in a set of real-life experiments. You’ll learn what works, and what doesn't. Try HubSpot for free: https://hubspot.sjv.io/jWq4k6 Scarcity experiment: https://bit.ly/3TZx2Qk Endowment experiment: https://bit.ly/3N6Gtey Loss aversion experiment: https://bit.ly/3FkN5Ea Social proof experiment: https://bit.ly/3gJMIJd Reciprocity experiment:

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29:03

The worst ways to spend your money (according to...

Nudge ·

2023/02/20

After reviewing 100s of studies on happiness, I’ve discovered the worst ways to spend your money (according to science). Sign up for the Nudge Newsletter: https://www.nudgepodcast.com/mailing-list Try HubSpot for free: https://hubspot.sjv.io/jWq4k6

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25:53

How to get a raise (according to Dan Pink)

Nudge ·

2023/02/13

In this episode NYT-bestselling author Daniel Pink shares a science-based approach to the art of persuading, selling, and bagging yourself a raise. Plus you’ll learn how the Haka helps the All Blacks stay #1, the persuasive trick that convinced jurors OJ wasn’t guilty, and the pitch Ronald Regan used to win the election. Try HubSpot for free: https://hubspot.sjv.io/jWq4k6 Dan’s book To Sell Is Human: https://amzn.to/3d9qFtD Dan’s book The Power of Regret: https://amzn.to/3btHAX9 Listen to Nudge

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