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Second Thoughts

Second Thoughts

By: Roger Hall
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Second Thoughts with Dr. Roger Hall

Join Dr. Roger Hall, a seasoned business psychologist, as he delves into the intricacies of leadership, productivity, and personal development. Each episode offers actionable insights and real-world strategies to help you excel in both your professional and personal life.

What to Expect:

  • In-depth discussions on effective leadership techniques.
  • Proven methods to boost productivity and maintain focus.
  • Personal development tips to enhance your well-being.
  • Q&A sessions addressing your most pressing questions.


Whether you're a CEO, entrepreneur, or on a journey of self-improvement, "Second Thoughts" provides the tools and knowledge to help you succeed.

Subscribe now to stay updated with our weekly episodes and start transforming your mindset today.

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Episodes
  • Ep. 42 — The Psychology of Gambling: Impulsive Disorders & The Power of Prediction Markets
    Jan 27 2026

    Is gambling an addiction, or is it something else entirely?

    In this episode, Dr. Roger Hall clarifies the clinical language around "vice." He distinguishes between Compulsive behaviors (like OCD, done to reduce anxiety) and Impulsive behaviors (like gambling, done for pleasure), arguing that understanding this difference is key to self-control.

    Dr. Hall also explores the booming world of Prediction Markets, explaining why having "skin in the game" makes betting markets a more accurate predictor of reality than traditional polling.

    💡 What You’ll Learn:

    • Clinical Definitions: The difference between Addiction (chemical) and Impulse Disorders (behavioral).
    • Reinforcement Theory: Why "intermittent rewards" are the hardest habits to break.
    • Market Psychology: How betting markets remove bias and reveal the truth.
    • Historical Context: Why the 18th Amendment (Prohibition) proves we cannot legislate morality.

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    31 mins
  • Ep. 41 — The Crisis of Competence: Self-Esteem vs. Self-Efficacy
    Jan 20 2026

    Do you feel competent, or do you just feel good about yourself? There is a massive difference.

    In this episode, Dr. Roger Hall discusses the "Crisis of Competence"—the phenomenon where we feel increasingly inadequate despite our skills. He attributes this to two factors: the explosion of global comparison via social media (The Highlight Reel Effect) and our cultural shift toward empty Self-Esteem over proven Self-Efficacy.

    Dr. Hall explains why confidence is a prediction based on evidence, not a feeling based on hope, and challenges listeners to stop looking in the mirror and start looking at their track record.

    💡 What You’ll Learn:

    • Comparison Theory: How the internet changed our baseline from "local best" to "global average."
    • Defining Terms: The vital distinction between Self-Esteem (Worth) and Self-Efficacy (Skill).
    • The "Moving" Analogy: A practical example of how confidence is built through repetition.
    • Finding Your Lane: How to use John Holland's codes to find the career where you can become truly competent.

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    Support the show

    Thank you for tuning in to this episode of Second Thoughts with Dr. Roger Hall!
    If you enjoyed today's insights, don't forget to subscribe for more content on leadership, productivity, and personal growth. Share this episode with friends, colleagues, or anyone who could benefit from these powerful strategies.

    🎧 Listen & Subscribe: Available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and all major platforms.
    🌐 Connect with Dr. Hall: Visit drrogerhall.com for resources and more.
    📧 Have a question? Submit it for a chance to be featured in a future episode!

    Follow me on socials:
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    Facebook - @Roger Hall
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    29 mins
  • Ep. 40 — The Science of Mind Control: Persuasion, Propaganda, and the Algorithm
    Jan 13 2026

    Where is the line between trying to change someone's mind and trying to control it?

    In this episode, Dr. Roger Hall explores the psychology of influence. He contrasts Persuasion (which requires the freedom to reflect) with Propaganda (which thrives on repetition and the suppression of contradictory views).

    Using the academic framework of the Elaboration Likelihood Model (Petty & Cacioppo), Dr. Hall explains how our current media environment is structurally designed to prevent us from thinking deeply, and offers a practical strategy for breaking out of the "echo chamber."

    💡 What You’ll Learn:

    • The 3 Components of Persuasion: Freedom, Contradiction, and Elaboration.
    • Information Constriction: Why having "access to everything" actually limits what you see.
    • The Neuroscience of Efficiency: Why your brain prefers the path of least resistance (and agreement).
    • Practical Steps: How to actively consume information that challenges your worldview.

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    Support the show

    Thank you for tuning in to this episode of Second Thoughts with Dr. Roger Hall!
    If you enjoyed today's insights, don't forget to subscribe for more content on leadership, productivity, and personal growth. Share this episode with friends, colleagues, or anyone who could benefit from these powerful strategies.

    🎧 Listen & Subscribe: Available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and all major platforms.
    🌐 Connect with Dr. Hall: Visit drrogerhall.com for resources and more.
    📧 Have a question? Submit it for a chance to be featured in a future episode!

    Follow me on socials:
    X - @DoctorRogerHall
    Facebook - @Roger Hall
    Instagram - @DoctorRogerHall
    Linkedin - @Dr Roger Hall
    Youtube - @DoctorRogerHall
    Rumble - @SecondThoughts

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    57 mins
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