The Psychology of Money: Why Smart People Make Dumb Financial Decisions
Snapshots MediaA deep exploration into the psychological factors and cognitive biases that influence our financial decision-making. Through historical examples, behavioral research, and real-world case studies, this series examines why even intelligent individuals often make irrational money choices and how to overcome these inherent biases.
| Publishes | Monthly | Episodes | 8 | Founded | 8 days ago |
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Our final episode examines how the illusion of control leads investors to mistake luck for skill and ignore the role of randomness in financial outcomes. Through analysis of day trading success rates, mutual fund performance persistence, and gambling... more
This episode investigates the psychological battle between our present and future selves in financial planning. Through analysis of retirement saving behavior, impulse purchasing, and long-term investment decisions, we explore why people consistently... more
This episode explores how we categorize money differently based on its source and intended use, often leading to irrational decisions. Through examination of windfall spending, credit card psychology, and investment account segregation, we reveal the... more
This episode examines how an abundance of investment options can lead to decision paralysis and poor choices. Through analysis of 401(k) participation rates, mutual fund selection behavior, and cryptocurrency portfolio management, we explore when mor... more
From Dutch tulip mania to modern cryptocurrency crashes, this episode analyzes how social proof and fear of missing out drive market bubbles. We explore the neurological basis of herd behavior in financial markets and examine how social media amplifi... more
This episode investigates why investors and consumers continue throwing good money after bad. Through examination of failed corporate mergers, cryptocurrency holdings, and real estate investments, we explore the powerful pull of sunk costs. The episo... more
Delving into the dangerous intersection of overconfidence and investing, this episode examines how the Dunning-Kruger effect leads investors to overestimate their abilities. Through analysis of day trading statistics and amateur investor behavior dur... more
This foundational episode explores how human psychology around money developed from ancient bartering systems to modern digital currencies. We examine the evolutionary roots of loss aversion and resource hoarding, and how these primitive instincts st... more
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