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Frank Spring: How Narrative Strategy & AI Shape Political Trust
Why do certain political leaders command such loyalty while institutions crumble? In Episode 299, Barrett Gruber is joined by Frank Spring (Altum Insight & Undaunted Ventures) to deconstruct the science of storytelling.
Frank reveals the neuroscience behind persuasion—explaining why the "human brain adores context" and why facts often fail to change minds in a polarized 2026 landscape. The conversation explores the "Trust Deficit," the power of comforting political narratives, and the urgent need for empathy in modern messaging.
A major focus of this interview is the rise of AI in politics…
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