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Perception Gaps

When perception doesn’t line up with reality

Welcome to Season 1 of “Perception Gaps”

I’m Samantha Laine Perfas, the host of “Perception Gaps.” This 10-part season explores different topics in which people's perception, or what they think is true, doesn't actually line up with reality. We call that a perception gap, and our goal is to help highlight these gaps so we can better understand the world around us. Thanks for joining us on this adventure.

Season 1

Is the U.S. crime rate as high as we think it is? How politically divided are Americans today? Join us as we explore perception gaps in 10 of society’s most divisive issues – and find common ground in the process.

Introducing: Perception Gaps by The Christian Science Monitor

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Have you ever thought about how sometimes our perceptions don’t always match reality? These perception gaps happen frequently, and the big question is… why? And what narratives might better help us understand the world? Join executive producer Dave Scott and host Samantha Laine Perfas as they discuss why they created Perception Gaps, a new podcast series by The Christian Science Monitor.
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