The Underdog Effect: Bringing the Best Out of the Worst

Peculiar things happen when people doubt our capabilities; their doubts can have a strengthening or weakening effect on our performance. Dan and Akin squeeze exciting research about the conditions that turn underdogs into overachievers. - Research Paper: 'The Underdog Effect: When Low Expectations Increase Performance' by Samir Nurmohamed

Om Podcasten

Professor Dan Cable and comedian Akin Omobitan unearth social science’s hidden gems by “funpacking” peer-reviewed articles and sharing their choice findings!