Virtual Author Talk featuring New York Times bestselling author Amanda Montell

Join us for an engaging Virtual Author Talk featuring New York Times bestselling author Amanda Montell as she discusses her latest book, The Age of Magical Overthinking: Notes on Modern Irrationality.

Event Details:

Date: Thursday, January 23, 2025

Time: 1 PM

Location: Streaming Online

In this thought-provoking blend of cultural critique and personal storytelling, Montell dives into the quirks of human cognition and the allure—and challenges—of magical thinking. Learn how cognitive biases, like the “halo effect” and “sunk cost fallacy,” shape our decisions and explore how to find clarity and compassion in a chaotic world.

Amanda Montell brings her signature wit and warmth to a discussion you won’t want to miss.

About the Author:
Amanda Montell is the author of Wordslut, Cultish, and The Age of Magical Overthinking. She co-hosts the hit podcast Sounds Like a Cult and has been published in The New York Times, Marie Claire, Cosmopolitan, and more.

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