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The Sociological Imagination
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What It Feels Like to Go Viral
BuzzFeed, YouTube, and (former) Gawker stars all describe a similar psychological rush, but riding the viral wave comes with dangers too.
The Problem With Google’s Perceived Omniscience
It’s called the “filter bubble,” and it’s helping Google play to our prejudices.
Mental Maps and the Neuroscience of Neighborhood Blight
Getting a better sense of how people visualize their neighborhoods could be the first step toward improving them.
The Mystery of $2 Bills
Many people think $2 bills are more valuable than their labels advertise. Are they?
The Game Slowed Down
Athletes often claim that their breakthroughs come when a game starts unfolding at a slower pace. Can psychology explain the phenomenon they're describing?