Why We're Obsessed with Reality TV with Professor Danielle Lindemann
Behavior Bitches
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🗓️ 9 June 2025
⏱️ 44 minutes
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Summary
Why are we so obsessed with reality TV? In this episode, Liat sits down with cultural sociologist and Bachelor Nation expert Dr. Danielle Lindemann to break down the behavioral science behind our favorite trainwrecks. From parasocial relationships and unconditioned reinforcers to casting archetypes and cult-like manipulation, we dive into what keeps us watching — and what it says about us.
Turns out, reality TV isn’t just entertaining… it’s a masterclass in behavior.
Behavior Concepts Covered:
Function of Behavior
Reactivity
Unconditioned reinforcers
Pairing
Environmental Manipulations
Correlation
Causation
Connect with Professor Lindemann:
Website
@djlindee on Bluesky and X
@danielle.lindemann on Threads
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