The fear-driven media can change our neurochemistry, perception, and connect to all other fears we have. A study showed that watching just 15 minutes of news caused mood disturbances in people, highlighting the negative impact of fear-based media.
In this podcast, the speaker discusses his cognitive bias towards Twinkies and how it relates to biases in the medical field. He emphasizes the importance of being open to being wrong and actively seeking out ways to overcome cognitive bias.