Bayes’ Theory vs Cognitive Bias: How Your Mind Lies… and How to Outsmart It
The Vancrux Podcast - Host Jeevan Matharu by Jeevan Matharu
Episode notes
In this episode of The Vancrux Podcast, we explore one of the most important psychological battles you face every day — the war between your cognitive biases and your ability to think clearly using Bayes’ Theory.
We begin with the hidden mechanics of cognitive bias: How your brain filters reality, distorts truth, protects your ego, and creates shortcuts that feel correct… but often aren’t. Then we shift into Bayesian thinking — the disciplined, liberating habit of updating your beliefs as new evidence comes in.
This episode dives deep into:
🔥 Part 1 — Cognitive Bias
- Why your mind is wired to take mental shortcuts
- How ego, emotion, and survival shape your perception
- Why “feeling right” often wins over “being correct” ...
Keywords
cognitive biasbayes theory