• "For the Children": The Psychology Behind Persuasive Phrases - A Special Episode

  • May 25 2024
  • Length: 12 mins
  • Podcast
"For the Children": The Psychology Behind Persuasive Phrases - A Special Episode By cover art

"For the Children": The Psychology Behind Persuasive Phrases - A Special Episode

Listen for free

View show details

  • Summary

  • The Power of Language in Shaping Policy: An Examination of 'For the Children'

    In this episode of PsyberSpace, host Leslie Poston delves into the significant role of emotionally charged language in influencing public opinion and policy. The discussion focuses on the phrase 'for the children,' its psychological impact, and its use in promoting initiatives like the KOSA legislation. The episode highlights research by experts such as Dr. Susan T. Fisk and Dr. Paul Slovic, illustrating how language can manipulate societal norms and expectations. It also covers the potential consequences of such rhetoric, the importance of media literacy, and the need for critical thinking in understanding the broader implications of emotionally driven discourse.

    00:00 Welcome to PsyberSpace: Unveiling the Power of Language
    00:22 The Psychological Leverage of "For the Children"
    00:55 Emotional Language in Policy Making: A Deep Dive
    03:39 The KOSA Legislation: A Case Study in Emotional Appeals
    06:27 Historical Precedents and the Impact of Emotive Language
    08:52 The Role of Education and Media in Countering Manipulative Language
    11:35 Concluding Thoughts: The Responsibility of Informed Citizenship
    Show more Show less
Social Sciences Science
Show more Show less

What listeners say about "For the Children": The Psychology Behind Persuasive Phrases - A Special Episode

Average customer ratings

Reviews - Please select the tabs below to change the source of reviews.

Audible.com reviews

Amazon reviews
No Reviews are Available