"Moral psychologist Tess Wilkinson-Ryan examines what she calls the 'sucker construct,' the fear of being taken advantage of--of being a sucker--and its outsized role in the shaping of our lives and our world"-- Provided by publisher.

A 1988 English study of psychiatric disorders claims that Afro-Caribbeans living in England are ten times more likely to develop schizophrenia. Could such a study reflect a racist society? This classic Horizon documentary sheds light on the incidence of schizophrenia among ethnic minorities like Afro-Caribbean people. As the documentary points out, there seems to be an excessive diagnosis of schizophrenia among black people, but this finding must...

This 2011 Falling Walls lecture video explores the human aversion to change. Collective histories have showcased human avoidance, and in some cases, inability, to change course and learn from mistakes. Elke Weber, whose contributions lie at the intersection of psychology and economics, sheds new light on behavioral models of judgment and decision making under risk and uncertainty. Her diverse academic career has led her to serve in leadership roles...

Are we really in control of our own thoughts? In this documentary, filmmaker Jason Brett Serle travels from the mall to the mountains to expose just how powerful the subliminal messages of advertising, politicians, and mass media really are. Arguing that "we don't perceive what's there, we change what we perceive, and we perceive what's not there," Serle simplifies complex neurological theories with the help of his young son, then explains how neuro-linguistic...

Psychological experiments have shown that the natural human desire to conform can lead people to mistrust their own experiences, turn a blind eye to the suffering of others, and even inflict harm on the defenseless. But these findings have come at a price: the potential emotional damage of those being studied. This three-section program grapples with some of the thorny ethical issues arising from psychological research into obedience and conformity...

"Four-time New York Times bestselling author Gary Vaynerchuk offers new lessons and inspiration drawn from the experiences of dozens of influencers and entrepreneurs who rejected the predictable corporate path in favor of pursuing their dreams by building thriving businesses and extraordinary personal brands. In his 2009 international bestseller Crush It, Gary insisted that a vibrant personal brand was crucial to entrepreneurial success, In Crushing...

This program will help people build and sustain rapport in the workplace. It focuses on a few broad topics including what is rapport and why is it necessary, rapport dos and don'ts, using positive body language, getting them talking, generating trust, being helpful, being flexible in how you communication, and challenging rapport situations.

With eye-opening footage, expert interviews, and many humorous anecdotes, this provocative program explores the alleged use of subliminal messages in advertising, music, film, politics, and the military. Documentarian Jeff Warrick leads viewers through the subconscious mind while examining the history, scientific validity, and potential effects of such techniques on society. From hidden sexual imagery in Disney cartoons and satanic messages in rock...

Pickup basketball is democracy in action. This program-an astute study of sports sociology-tracks a mixed group of serious amateurs through an eight-month period, studying player culture, hierarchy, and interaction as they manifest in a setting that has no place for referees. Age, gender, race, injuries, and multigenerational families of players are also considered, as are the game rules and social norms that keep this group together. Skill alone...

This program helps viewers discover what emotional competence is and how to develop it in four easy steps. First, users define emotional competence - recognizing your own thinking patterns and getting in touch with your own intuition. Secondly, becoming aware of emotional self control - including controlling emotions and staying calm in difficult or challenging situations. Thirdly, understanding others' emotions - being sensitive to others and showing...