
In "The Quick Fix," Jesse Singal masterfully debunks trendy psychology fads - from self-esteem movements to implicit bias tests - that promise simple solutions to complex social problems. Why are educators increasingly skeptical of these appealing but unproven theories reshaping our schools and society?
Feel the book through the author's voice
Turn knowledge into engaging, example-rich insights
Capture key ideas in a flash for fast learning
Enjoy the book in a fun and engaging way
Break down key ideas from The Quick Fix into bite-sized takeaways to understand how innovative teams create, collaborate, and grow.
Distill The Quick Fix into rapid-fire memory cues that highlight Pixar’s principles of candor, teamwork, and creative resilience.

Experience The Quick Fix through vivid storytelling that turns Pixar’s innovation lessons into moments you’ll remember and apply.
Ask anything, pick the voice, and co-create insights that truly resonate with you.

From Columbia University alumni built in San Francisco
"Instead of endless scrolling, I just hit play on BeFreed. It saves me so much time."
"I never knew where to start with nonfiction—BeFreed’s book lists turned into podcasts gave me a clear path."
"Perfect balance between learning and entertainment. Finished ‘Thinking, Fast and Slow’ on my commute this week."
"Crazy how much I learned while walking the dog. BeFreed = small habits → big gains."
"Reading used to feel like a chore. Now it’s just part of my lifestyle."
"Feels effortless compared to reading. I’ve finished 6 books this month already."
"BeFreed turned my guilty doomscrolling into something that feels productive and inspiring."
"BeFreed turned my commute into learning time. 20-min podcasts are perfect for finishing books I never had time for."
"BeFreed replaced my podcast queue. Imagine Spotify for books — that’s it. 🙌"
"It is great for me to learn something from the book without reading it."
"The themed book list podcasts help me connect ideas across authors—like a guided audio journey."
"Makes me feel smarter every time before going to work"
From Columbia University alumni built in San Francisco

Get the The Quick Fix summary as a free PDF or EPUB. Print it or read offline anytime.
A California legislator with anger management issues once convinced an entire state that boosting self-esteem could end crime, poverty, and teen pregnancy. A Princeton professor warned America about a coming wave of remorseless "superpredators" that never materialized. A Harvard researcher's two-minute "power pose" became a cultural phenomenon despite resting on statistical quicksand. These aren't isolated mistakes-they're symptoms of how half-baked psychological ideas become national obsessions, shaping everything from classroom policies to military spending. What makes us fall so hard for these appealing but scientifically shaky concepts? And what happens when institutions bet billions on research that can't withstand scrutiny?