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Uploaded on May 19, 2009
http://www.ted.com Behavioral economist Dan Ariely, the author of Predictably Irrational, uses classic visual illusions and his own counterintuitive (and sometimes shocking) research findings to show how we're not as rational as we think when we make decisions.
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PissedCritic 2 months ago
You will miss out on a lot in life with such a closed minded attitude.
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lewlew6 4 months ago
This guy ticks practically all the boxes to being a great lecturer.
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HeidiSue60 5 days ago
it looks like burn scars to me, his right arm too. Maybe you can close your eyes and just listen.
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Saumya Ranasinghe 1 week ago
Good video. I'm here because my mate instantly turned unbelievable with girls. He went from a no-one into being astounding. He pretended he didn't realize. He finally admitted it on Friday. Turns out he makes use of the Jake Ayres Master Attraction Formula. Google it if you want to learn about it... He's on a date now with a stunning girl... Lucky fucker! Where are the best of these movies online?
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Michael Lattimore 1 week ago
We don't know our preferences well and thus are susceptible, very good point.
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Alex Domains 2 weeks ago
great talk!
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naif dayil 2 weeks ago
I knew now why usually my friend take me with them to parties
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Perennial Flower 3 weeks ago
That cleavage furrow freaks me out.
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