Manifesting Mayhem: How to (Over)Think Your Way Through the End Times
4:15 PM - 5:00 PM
Saturday, November 16
Kirkus Tent
In an age where uncertainty reigns, navigating modern life can feel like an exercise in magical thinking. Join Amanda Montell, author of The Age of Magical Overthinking, and Athena Aktipis, author of A Field Guide to the Apocalypse, as they explore the quirks of human cognition, the power of cooperation in the face of crises, and how to make sense of a world that often feels upside down. Montell takes the reader on a humorous and informative journey through cognitive biases and irrationalities, revealing how wishful thinking helps us cope with chaos while also leading us astray. Aktipis uses wit and wisdom drawn from evolutionary psychology to offer a practical (and mostly serious) guide to surviving and thriving amidst tumultuous events of apocalyptic proportions. Prepare for a lively conversation filled with equal amounts of fun, insight, and actionable advice for those looking to understand—and perhaps outsmart—their own minds in a world full of uncertainty.
- Books: A Field Guide to the Apocalypse: A Mostly Serious Guide to Surviving Our Wild Times, The Age of Magical Overthinking: Notes on Modern Irrationality
- Book Type: Non Fiction
- Authors: Athena Aktipis, Amanda Montell
- Moderator: Jason Blitman
- Book Signing: 5:15 PM at Main Signing Tent