The Deductionist Podcast

The Deductionist Podcast

Hosted by: ben cardall

Look no further, dear listener, for The Deductionist podcast is here to sharpen your deductive skills and blow your mind with its clever insights.Hosted by the charming and enigmatic deductionist himself (HA!) and the...

Episodes

Why Silence Feels Rude (And Why That’s a Cultural Illusion)

Season #3

Why does silence feel awkward to some people… and respectful to others? In this episode, we break down one of the most misunderstood aspects of human communication: high-context vs low-context cultures — and how it...
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When Confidence beats truth

Season #3

Why do people double down when their heroes are exposed? Why do some influencers build cults while others build communities? In this episode, we unpack the psychological mechanics of cult-like behaviour, from...
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The Curse of Cleverness: Why Smart Minds Fall for Dumb Ideas

Season #3

Intelligence is a gift, but is it also a trap?In this Holmesian deep dive, we dissect how smart people, the quick thinkers, articulate explainers, and mental athletes, fall for the most obvious nonsense. From the...
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Can AI Ever Understand Humans? A Raw Conversation on Behaviour, Emotion, and the Rise of Machine

In this powerful episode, we dive deep into the human-AI divide, exploring why artificial intelligence still can’t truly understand human behavior, emotion, or context. From behavioral assessments to AI-generated...
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How to Think Like Sherlock Holmes at Christmas – The Blind Box Protocol

Season #3

Unlock your inner detective with the Blind Box Protocol, a forensic, Sherlock-Holmes-style deduction game designed for the holiday season. šŸŽ In this gripping episode, we explore how to analyze wrapped gifts using...
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Why We Lie to Protect Others (And Ourselves)

Season #3

Is telling a white lie always the kind thing to do? In this episode, we explore pro-social lying — the kind of deception people use to preserve harmony, protect feelings, and avoid conflict. But is it always harmless?...
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Mademoiselle Holmes: How France Reimagined Sherlock

Season #3

What happens when France inherits Sherlock Holmes? In this episode, we analyse ⁨@TF1⁩ Mademoiselle Holmes, a French crime drama inspired by the legendary detective. But this isn't just another quirky procedural, it's...
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How Power & Warmth Shape Every Conversation

What if you could map human behaviour in real time, and predict how people will respond, shift, or resist you in a conversation? In this episode, we dive into the Leary Circumplex, a psychological model that helps...
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Sherlock Holmes vs The Internet

Season #3

What would Sherlock Holmes think of social media? In this episode, we explore how the legendary detective’s methods of deep logic and keen observation completely clash with today’s fast-paced, dopamine-fueled internet...
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Game Theory is Controlling You (Without You Knowing)

Season #3

In this premiere episode, we uncover how game theory is secretly running your life from the way you shop online, to how you're influenced in interviews, negotiations, and even everyday conversations. Discover the...
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Why Smart People Fall for Obvious Lies – The Traitors Finale Breakdown

Season #3

Why do we trust people who are clearly lying? In this episode, we break down The Traitors UK finale through the lens of behavioral science, psychology, and game theory. From Alan Carr’s sneaky laugh to the final...
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Why Modern Sherlock Fails: The Death of Genius in a Relatable World

Season #3

In this episode, we explore why nearly every modern reboot of Sherlock Holmes, from Enola Holmes to The Irregulars, gets it wrong. What made Holmes timeless wasn’t the hat, the pipe, or the aesthetic. It was the...
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