Richard Liu, 11th-grade president of the History and Philosophy Club at Beijing SMIC High School, delivers a talk that turns critical thinking on its head. Through an engaging series of "business propositions" (that may or may not be scams), he reveals: -Why even smart people fall for deception -The hidden flaws in how we analyze information -How desire can hijack our judgment -A radical solution: "Critical thinking about critical thinking"A combination of philosophy, humor, and real-world examples, this talk is perfect for: -Students learning about misinformation -Future leaders building decision-making skills -Anyone who’s ever wondered, "How did I miss that red flag?"-Subscribe for more TEDx talks from Beijing SMIC High School -Like, comment, and share to support student voices! -Comment below: What’s your trick for spotting scams? Speaker bio: Richard Liu is a member of the SMIC High School who has taken a great interest in history, politics, and philosophy. Diving into his passions, he has founded a club and attended forums as well as classes discussing a wide range of topics such as ancient culture and ethics, continental philosophy, and 20th-century history. Considering himself a burgeoning scholar, he has written and published a paper discussing the intersections of metaphysics and philosophy of mind, which received 100+ downloads in PhilArchives. Currently, he is working on another paper exploring the intersections of French philosophers Claude Lefort and Jacques Derrida. This talk was given at a TEDx event using the TED conference format but independently organized by a local community. Learn more at https://www.ted.com/tedx