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Real life: I almost named this episode "Because Reasons," but decided not to since I figured that while it would be very entertaining for me, it would not be so great for search engines. It's true.
Anyway. Today we're doing an overview of the Special Pleading Fallacy. In a nutshell, it is the exemption of a person or premise from a generally accepted rule, without justification for the exemption. In other words: an exception to the rule...because reasons. (Get it now?? heheh.)
We're going over a more in-depth definition, several very relevant examples of this fallacy in the real world, and lastly, some good questions to ask in response to a Special Pleading fallacy.
Have a blessed and restful Thanksgiving, you wonderful people!
Show notes: http://theartofdeceit.com/episode-19-special-pleading-fallacy/
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On today's extra-special episode, we're welcoming Hans Bluedorn, author of "The Fallacy Detective" onto the show!
Hans and I discuss why he and his brother decided to write this book specifically for young adults, how learning to think critically has helped him in his own life, and how lack of reasoning skills has influenced our political and social climate in a negative way.
Show Notes: http://theartofdeceit.com/episode-18-fallacy-detective/
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Happy Monday, everyone! I hope you all are successfully getting into the holiday spirit this year. Thanksgiving is coming up quickly!
On today's episode, we're going to be discussing a couple of topics that are relevant to our current tense political climate: combat culture and defusing arguments. Combat culture involves being obliged to take a warlike approach to just about any issue, whether or not it is appropriate or necessary. We talk about the negative effect this has on all of us, and why we really don't need to get riled up on every issue presented to us. We then discuss several relevant (but sometimes silly) ways to defuse a tense situation should you find yourself in one.
Today's show notes: http://theartofdeceit.com/episode-17-combat-culture/
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Teaching logic is one of Bethany Barnosky's many specialties. Today, Bethany and I are going into the second half of our discussion on logic, reasoning, and wisdom, and it's a fantastic conversation that you do not want to miss!
We talk about the problems of dogmatism, generalization and meanings of words, why it's okay to listen and ask questions, and how parents and kids can enjoy learning critical thinking skills. Bethany also covers what concepts her students struggle to grasp most, how she incorporated critical thinking into her son's life, and why logic is just the beginning of reasoning, not the end of it.
Today's Show Notes: http://theartofdeceit.com/episode-16-interview-teaching-logic-pt-2/
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Today I'm interviewing Mrs. Bethany Barnosky for part one of our interview on logic and critical thinking skills in education.
Mrs. Barnosky is a master teacher who has taught mathematics, logic, and economics, and currently works as a teacher and educational consultant. She is incredible knowledgeable about all things formal and informal logic, and inductive and deductive reasoning.
Our conversation was so enjoyable for me, and I can't wait for you guys to hear part two next week!
Today's Show Notes: http://theartofdeceit.com/episode-15-interview-reasoning-skills-part-one/
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Happy Monday! Today, we're discussing the Red Herring fallacy. Let's get distracted, shall we?
The Red Herring is a classic argumentative tactic used to distract from a topic or to avoid a question. The sneaky thing about this fallacy? It's like a chameleon, taking on many different forms and shapes but deep down, it's always the same.
We're going to talk about the different combinations of Red Herrings that are out there, walk through several relevant examples, and equip you to not only spot them elsewhere but to know how to avoid committing them yourself. Let's go!
Today's Show Notes: http://theartofdeceit.com/episode-14-red-herring-special/
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Mind-reading isn't just for cheap party tricks. Did you know that it is also a legitimate argumentative tactic?
Mind-reading occurs when someone feels the need to control both sides of the debate--when they run out of things to say or don't have any arguments left, they try to tell you what you're really saying, what you really mean, or what the real effects of your words are. But what are the odds that a total stranger knows what's going through your head? They're pretty astronomical.
In this episode, we're going to go over the psychology and definition of mind-reading, a couple of in-depth but highly relevant examples, and we discuss what you can do when someone is trying to tell you what you're really thinking.
View today's show notes here: www.theartofdeceit.com
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We’ve all heard stuff about fake news. That term has been thrown around so much, that it now just kind of applies to any news article we disagree with. But do you know what it really means? Do you know how to avoid the Fake News Trap?
Today we're going to cover nine questions to ask every time you read an article in the news to discern whether something is accurate or if it is completely fabricated. We also go over six tips you can implement this week to get out and stay out of the Fake News trap.
View today's show notes here: www.theartofdeceit.com
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"I've already blown my diet...may as well have dessert!"
If you've ever said or thought this, then congratulations! You've received your official introduction into the topic of today's episode: Sunk Costs. We're going to be discussing this unproductive thinking habit, as well as Opportunity Costs, which is an economic concept that is closely related to Sunk Costs.
This episode is one big critical thinking exercise, so kick back and get ready to revolutionize your thought habits.
View today's show notes here: www.theartofdeceit.com
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It's all about balance...or is it?
In this episode of the AOD podcast, we're talking a bit about the fallacy of False Equivalence, a.k.a. "Bothsiderism." This particular piece of illogical thinking compares two things whose differences far outweigh any similarities. But because of this fallacy's sneaky nature, the comparison somehow makes the speaker seem like a reasonable, unbiased person.
Luckily for you, you don't have to go along with the virus of bothsiderism. We talk about how you can respond, and how you can learn to make better comparisons to avoid committing a False Equivalence.
Check out the show notes for the episode: www.theartofdeceit.com
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Persuading people is so easy! You just, you know, get up in their face and go off on a long, blustery monologue...oh, wait. No you don't. Real persuasion is so much more than just making someone see something your way!
Today on the podcast, we're talking about persuasion (what it is NOT, and what it really is), a couple key components of any attempt to persuade, and finally, six tactics to help someone break free of their unproductive thinking habits.
Find today's show notes here: www.theartofdeceit.com
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You know those moments when you correct your younger sibling on one of their bad habits, like leaving out dirty towels or staying up way too late, and they say “Nuh-uh! You do it, too.” Does that “you, too” sound familiar? Well guess what! That’s actually a fallacy and one that we are gonna talk about today.
In today's episode, we discuss the Tu Quoque, or Appeal to Hypocrisy. We will cover it's definition and mechanics, its' history, and your responses when you encounter one.
Find today's show notes here: www.theartofdeceit.com/episode-8
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Welcome to the third and final episode in our back-to-school miniseries! Today we're going to go over six evaluative questions you can ask when something seems a little fishy in the classroom, and I also give you guys a list of five resources that have helped me immensely over the years as I learned the power of logical thought.
Let's crush this school year, y'all!
Find today's show notes here: www.theartofdeceit.com/episode-7
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Losing control is no fun.
You know how it is--either your fear or your anger gets so overwhelming that you do or say irrational, embarrassing things. In this episode of AOD, we're going to talk about what happens in your brain when you become frustrated or scared, what you can do to compensate for this natural reaction, and finally how to choose your battles carefully when you have your emotions under control.
This week's critical thinking exercise is called survival breathing and is a practical everyday skill that also enhances your reasoning abilities.
Find today's show notes at: www.theartofdeceit.com/episode-6
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Welcome to episode #5 of AOD! Today we're talking about labels, an offshoot of the Ad Hominem (or Personal Attack) fallacy. A lot of the time, labels are used to discredit and shut down the arguments of an opponent, dismissing them without even the slightest consideration.
We're going to cover some common labels, if it's okay for YOU to use them, and how they can either enhance or detract from an argument.
Find the show notes for today's episode here: www.theartofdeceit.com/episode-5
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In today's episode of AOD, we're tackling the Strawman Fallacy up close and personal. This common fallacy infects many arguments, creating the illusion of refuting an argument by blowing an opponent's views vastly out of proportion in order to make it easier to tackle.
Sound familiar? You'd be surprised how often this bit of weak argument is used, and odds are, you have probably used it yourself.
Check out today's show notes here: www.theartofdeceit.com/episode-4
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On today's episode, we discuss the Mob Appeal Fallacy, also known as the Appeal to Popularity. We cover it's definition and characteristics, some solid real-world examples, and how to respond when you encounter one.
This short-and-sweet episode gives you everything you need to start refuting Mob Appeals on your own, and our action step this week is a fun two-parter.
Find the episode here: www.theartofdeceit.com/episode-3
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In today's episode of The Art of Deceit, we're talking about the scariest fallacy of all: the Ad Hominem fallacy (a.k.a., the Personal Attack). Full of good examples and plenty of voice cracks, this episode is packed with information!
I'm going to show you what the Ad Hominem is, what it looks like, and some ways you can respond to it. This week's action step is going to help you get past your fear of personal attacks through exposure therapy...but don't worry, it's probably not what you think!
Find the episode here: www.theartofdeceit.com/episode-2
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Welcome to The Art of Deceit. Today's episode is an introduction to the kinds of things you can expect from this podcast and how you can become a critical thinker, starting today.
Today's show notes: www.theartofdeceit.com/episode-1
