Anglo-American University in Prague A Worn-Out Galosh: The Political Psychology of Personal Insults as Character Attacks
Join Dr. Eric Shiraev, Professor at George Mason University and guest speaker, to learn about the power of personal insults as a strategic tool of character assassination across politics and business.
Drawing on infamous historical examples—such as Khrushchev’s scornful “old galosh” jab at Mao Zedong, Hugo Chávez’s tirades against U.S. President George W. Bush, and the online smears targeting France’s First Lady—the talk dissects the psychological motives and tactical logic behind such verbal assaults.
Grounded in political psychology, the presentation offers timely insights into how character attacks unfold, escalate, and can be anticipated or contained—equipping both international affairs experts and corporate reputation strategists with practical and theoretical tools.
Come learn about the impacts of diplomatic insults and their amplification through media and memes. All are welcome, with a special invitation to those studying psychology and IRD!
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