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The Psychology of Secrets
- My Adventures with Murderers, Cults and Influencers
- Narrated by: Andrew Gold
- Length: 11 hrs and 36 mins
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This audio edition is read by the author, Andrew Gold, and includes an exclusive author Q&A.
"Andrew Gold is the new Jon Ronson. Smart, funny, brave and deeply thoughtful, The Psychology of Secrets is an absolute must read" - Will Storr, bestselling author of The Status Game and The Science of Storytelling
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Cult leaders, murderers, psychopaths – and you. Take a deep dive into the bizarre psychology of secrecy with Andrew Gold, award-winning investigative journalist and host of On the Edge With Andrew Gold.
We all keep secrets. 97 per cent of us are hiding a secret right now, and on average we each hold thirteen at any one time. There’s a one-in-two chance that those secrets involve a breach of trust, a lie or a financial impropriety. They are the stuff of gossip, of novels and of classic dramas; secrets form a major part of our hidden inner lives.
Andrew Gold knows this better than anyone. As a public figure, he has found himself the unwitting recipient of hundreds of strangers' most private revelations. This set him on a journey to understand this critical part of our societies and lives. Why do we keep secrets? Why are we fascinated by those of others? What happens to our mind when we confess?
Drawing from psychology, history, social science, philosophy and personal interviews, The Psychology of Secrets is a rollicking journey through the history of secrecy.
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"That Andrew Gold is a truly edgy journalist, broadcaster and now writer is - but should not be - one of our culture’s best kept secrets" - David Baddiel, bestselling author of The God Desire
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- George
- 14-04-24
excellent book
Unputdownable. I listened to it in one sitting and am on my second listen.
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- Donna W.
- 06-05-24
Thought provoking
I'm not a writer so don't have the vocabulary or skills to express how good this book is, but will try....super-interesting, unusual and varied anecdotes. thank you Andrew for writing this thoughtful and thought provoking book!
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- Clare Eden
- 24-04-24
very interesting, thought provoking and thoroughly entertaining
interesting topics that seem well researched, that were both thought provoking and thoroughly entertaining. Performed brilliantly by the author Andrew Gold. I highly recommend this title.
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- Richie the Grot
- 29-04-24
Awesome
As usual Andrew gold is very interesting. Fascinating story’s, I look forward to seeing an Andrew gold section in the book shop! Although I’m an audible guy it will be cool to see. I’ll be listening.
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- Johanna
- 14-04-24
Fascinating
What an interesting and original subject. Well written and presented. Word of warning - don’t start it until after you’ve eaten. You’ll have to read it to find out what I mean (it’s a secret).
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- JellieBabie
- 27-04-24
Well, I Never!!!
I thought this might be a little bit too highbrow for me but it's not at all.
It's a great collection of stories and anecdotes and so interesting. I'm learning a lot.
I love that it's narrated by the author too.
And.....I've a signed copy.
Thanks Andrew, it's Gold.
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- Kelmar2012
- 29-04-24
Worth a listen!
Andrew really is a rare find. I encourage anyone interested in cults and secrets to listen to this. I’d also direct you to his YouTube channel Heretics, just wonderful and a welcome break from the mindless mainstream propaganda being forced down our throats.
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- Penny
- 18-04-24
Outstanding & Intriguing
What a fantastic book, it’s such a fascinating subject. I have to say I absolutely devoured it. My husband and I went away for a relaxing weekend and this book was our constant companion! We couldn’t stop listening to it, it’s a strangely refreshing read/listen. Andrew has a great delivery so it was easy to listen to and follow. I highly recommend this book, I think you’ll love it!
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- Meriem Bertouche
- 23-04-24
Very insightful, and entertaining
I enjoyed this. I don't usually read non-fiction, but tend to enjoy this format on Audible, especially when read bother author. The book is well written and well organised. I enjoyed it a lot and recommend it to everyone. Well done, Andrew.
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- The Elite Book Group
- 04-05-24
I'm glad I listened!
Andrew Gold has written and narrated this very unusual book on secrets, psychology and how we "tick". Some of the secrets made me feel physically sick - especially the German couple.
I love that he's talked about podcasting and how it's changing our lives.
As someone who normally listens to crime novels, my reason for listening to The Psychology of Secrets was curiosity to see if my opinion of Andrew Gold was correct, it is Andrew can be a joker but this book proves that he's also a deep thinker.
Rony
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