Brain Games S2E5 - Power of Persuasion
Brain Games S2E5 - Power of Persuasion
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By exposing us to specific stimuli, Jason Silva can prime our brains to respond in certain ways. See how identical twins interview for the same job, in the same clothes, with the same resume. They even give the exact same answers-but the order of the words in their answers is slightly different. The result? One twin comes off negative, and the other gets the job. Would you believe that Texas seceded from the U.S. if a crazy-looking guy told you? Probably not, but what if a news reporter with a microphone did? This episode unveils the subtle tactics that advertisers, marketers and con men can use to get you to do what they want, without you noticing.
Released Oct 09, 2011
Runtime 60min
Genre Documentary, Comedy, Reality
Actor Keegan-Michael Key, Cara Santa Maria
Director N/A
Production Atomic Entertainment