Are they a respected academic think tank that revolutionized the modern workplace, or are they the secret architects of your reality, pulling the strings of society from a hidden command center? Welcome to the rabbit hole. For decades, the name Tavistock Institute has been whispered in two very different circles. To academics, it's a pioneering research center that spun off from the Tavistock Clinic, a leader in organizational psychology and group dynamics. But to others, it's the shadowy heart of a global conspiracy—a center for mass brainwashing and social engineering, secretly working with the CIA to conduct psychological warfare on the public. This podcast separates fact from fiction. We'll explore Tavistock's official history and its contributions to science. Then, we'll dive headfirst into the explosive conspiracy theories that claim the institute uses everything from media and music (did they really create The Beatles?) to culture and chaos to achieve a New World Order. Is this the birthplace of modern workplace theory, or the command center for a war on your mind? We're untangling the web of mind control allegations, from MKUltra connections to its alleged role in major world events. This isn't just a history lesson; it's an investigation into the very nature of power, influence, and belief. Subscribe now as we pull back the curtain on one of the world's most mysterious and controversial organizations.

Tabletop roleplaying games (TTRPGs) can serve as powerful tools for social-emotional learning (SEL). I made this bold claim in my last blog post. When the TTRPG is rules-lite and optimized for collaborative storytelling (like Ealdsmyth)...

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Is anyone truly good—or are we all just one bad situation away from crossing the line? In this gripping episode, we unravel the tangled web of human morality and ask: what really separates good from evil? Dive into the infamous Lucifer effect and the shocking lessons of the Stanford Prison Experiment, where ordinary people became villains under the right (or wrong) circumstances. Discover how authority figures, toxic group dynamics, and unchecked vices can twist even the best intentions, leading to bullying, violence, and moral decline. We’ll challenge everything you think you know about ethics, exploring how situational influences—not just personality—shape our choices. With real-life stories, controversial experiments, and a dash of dark humor, this episode is a must-listen for anyone who’s ever wondered, “Would I do the same?” Stay tuned till the end for practical tips on protecting your moral compass in a world full of pressure. Ready to question your own boundaries? Hit play, share with a friend, and subscribe for more mind-bending explorations of what makes us human!

A discussion about shared knowledge, cognitive biases, group dynamics, and their influence our beliefs and decision-making, drawing on insights from psychology and organizational behavior.

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