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Curious Wiring

Curious Wiring

By: Dr. Lindsay Demers
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Curious Wiring is a podcast that unpacks the science of why we think, feel, and act the way we do. Hosted by Dr. Lindsay Demers, each episode takes everyday questions and phenomena, like conspiracy theories, parasocial relationships, and marking techniques, and reveals the psychological forces at work beneath the surface. Whether you’re a student of psychology, a curious thinker, or just someone who wants to better understand yourself and others, you’ll walk away with insights you can use in your daily life.

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Episodes
  • The Psychology behind Effective Marketing
    Sep 11 2025

    In this video, I break down why the GAP x KATSEYE Denim ad connects more effectively with audiences compared to the Sydney Sweeney x American Eagle campaign using research from psychology and communication. Here are the links to the research referenced in this video. https://knowledge.wharton.upenn.edu/article/why-representation-matters-in-marketing https://www.amnh.org/exhibitions/darwin/evolution-today/social-darwinism https://www.researchgate.net/publication/260173746_Exploring_the_Boundaries_of_Nostalgic_Advertising_Effects_A_Consideration_of_Childhood_Brand_Exposure_and_Attachment_on_Consumers'_Responses_to_Nostalgia-Themed_Advertisements https://users.ssc.wisc.edu/~sorensen/papers/negative_publicity_2010.pdf https://www.nature.com/articles/s41599-024-02819-7

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    8 mins
  • The Psychology behind the Monty Hall Paradox
    Sep 11 2025

    Why does the Monty Hall problem confuse so many people? In this video, we break down the psychology and math behind this famous probability puzzle. You’ll learn how base rate neglect causes most people to make the wrong choice, and why switching doors actually improves your odds.

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    8 mins
  • The Psychology behind Parasocial Relationships
    Aug 31 2025

    Parasocial relationships are one-sided emotional connections where fans feel deeply connected to celebrities, influencers, or online personalities, despite never having met them. In this video, we explore the psychology behind parasocial interactions and what the consequences of them are.

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    15 mins
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