Science lectures for the inquisitive and wondering
Bristol Skeptics Society is delighted to present Skeptics in the P̶u̶b̶… Theatre!
Skeptics in the Pub is a regular lecture series, hosting academics from the world of science and skepticism, to share their unique research and insights. The goal is for every talk to delight and inspire, and help us understand our complex world a little better.
May 2025:
Simon Clark: What makes people believe things that aren’t true?
The surprising Psychology of misinformation
This engaging and informative talk explores the growing prevalence of misinformation in today’s world, and the psychological mechanisms that make us vulnerable to it, both as individuals and as a society. Drawing on a range of compelling psychological studies, Simon Clark offers insights into how misinformation spreads and why it resonates, as well as some practical strategies for recognising and resisting misleading information in everyday life.
Simon Clark is a Cognitive Psychologist and member of the Technology, Democracy & Cognition (TeDCog) research lab at the University of Bristol’s School of Psychological Science, led by internationally-renowned misinformation expert Professor Stephan Lewandowsky. As well as a masters degree (from the University of Surrey) in Psychology, he holds a degree in Business (from the University of Bath) and started his career in marketing and PR in the City of London.
Skepticism is the philosophy that we can understand the world better by using evidence and scientific methods. The skeptical community is committed to combating misinformation, and pursuing a better, more compassionate world, through scientific exploration and inquiry – and making some friends whilst doing it! 🔎❤️
Bristol Skeptics Society is a Bristol based non-profit education and advocacy organisation, dedicated to promoting science and critical thinking in Bristol, around the UK, and internationally. Founded in 2009, we have hosted hundreds of speakers over the years on a variety of skeptical and scientific topics, and supported local and national skeptical campaigns.
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