FitMind: Neuroscience, Meditation & Mental Fitness Training
FitMind: Neuroscience, Meditation & Mental Fitness Training
#85: Neuromagic & Illusion - Stephen Macknik, PhD & Susana Martinez-Conde, PhD
#85: Neuromagic & Illusion - Stephen Macknik, PhD & Susana Martinez-Conde, PhD
#85: Neuromagic & Illusion - Stephen Macknik, PhD & Susana Martinez-Conde, PhD
Tuesday 4th January 2022
Dive into neuromagic with Dr. Stephen Macknik and Dr. Susana Martinez-Conde as they explain how magic tricks manipulate the brain on The FitMind Podcast.
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Get the buttons here!Mind Tricks and Brain Science: The Magic of Neuromagic
Most of our perception is at least partly illusory.
Ever wondered how magicians can make the impossible seem real? In this episode of The FitMind Podcast, neuroscientists Dr. Stephen Macknik and Dr. Susana Martinez-Conde pull back the curtain on the science of magic and illusion. Both professors at Downstate Medical Center, they’ve pioneered research into how magic tricks manipulate our brains and what these illusions reveal about human perception.
From the subtle art of attentional misdirection to the way our brains construct reality, this conversation dives deep into the mechanics of our minds. The duo discusses how neuroscientists and magicians can learn from each other, offering a fresh perspective on cognitive processes and perception. Whether you're fascinated by magic or intrigued by brain science, this episode offers a captivating blend of both. Tune in to discover how our everyday experiences might just be one big illusion.