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Rory Sutherland, Pt. 2 - Alchemy and How Behavioral Science Can Justify Unconventional Ideas

Rory Sutherland, Pt. 2 - Alchemy and How Behavioral Science Can Justify Unconventional Ideas

FromAction Design Radio


Rory Sutherland, Pt. 2 - Alchemy and How Behavioral Science Can Justify Unconventional Ideas

FromAction Design Radio

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Length:
58 minutes
Released:
Dec 19, 2019
Format:
Podcast episode

Description

Rory Sutherland is the Vice Chairman of Ogilvy UK, an advertising and marketing agency where he co-founded the behavioral science practice. He is a TED Global speaker and writes regular columns for The Spectator and The Behavioral Scientist. His latest book, "Alchemy: The Surprising Power of Ideas That Don't Make Sense," was published earlier this year.   Rory joins our hosts Erik and Zarak for a special two-part episode to share his unique perspective and expertise in identifying unseen opportunities in consumer behavior. Part Two topics include the power of reference points, whether we should be using more humor to prevent crime, and examples of when the opposite of a good idea... is another good idea.
Released:
Dec 19, 2019
Format:
Podcast episode

Titles in the series (44)

Action Design Radio explores a variety of topics through the lens of behavioral science and psychology. Hosts Erik Johnson and Zarak Khan interview experts and practitioners to learn about cutting edge behavioral research, and how to practically apply it to fields like public policy and consumer products. The podcast is supported by the Action Design Network, a 501(c)3 non-profit organization founded in 2012 to promote the use of behavioral economics and psychology with over 10,000 members across the US and Canada.