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Malcolm Gladwell, host of the podcast *Revisionist History* and author of the #1 *New York Times* bestseller *Outliers*, delivers a compelling exploration of how we interact with strangers—and why those interactions often go wrong. Now featuring a new afterword by the author, *Talking to Strangers* has been recognized as a Best Book of the Year by *The Financial Times, Bloomberg, Chicago Tribune,* and *Detroit Free Press*.

Why was Fidel Castro able to outmaneuver the CIA for decades? What led Neville Chamberlain to mistakenly trust Adolf Hitler? Why are incidents of sexual assault on college campuses increasing? Could popular television sitcoms be shaping our perceptions of social interactions in misleading ways?

In this provocative and thought-provoking book, Gladwell delves into history, psychology, and real-world scandals to challenge our assumptions about understanding others. He examines cases like Bernie Madoff’s massive deception, Sylvia Plath’s tragic suicide, and the death of Sandra Bland, forcing readers to rethink what they thought they knew about these events.

Gladwell argues that our conventional methods of interpreting strangers are deeply flawed, leading to miscommunication, conflict, and serious consequences in both personal and societal contexts. With *Talking to Strangers*, he provides a gripping and essential guide to navigating a world where misunderstandings can have far-reaching effects.