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Mentioned in 16 episodes
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The Secret Lives of the Brain
Book • 2012
In this book, renowned neuroscientist David Eagleman delves into the depths of the subconscious brain to illuminate its surprising mysteries.
He explores various aspects such as why your foot can move before you are consciously aware of danger, the brain's role in decision-making, and the implications of unconscious processes on our understanding of free will and the justice system.
The book covers a wide range of topics including brain damage, dating, drugs, beauty, infidelity, synesthesia, criminal law, artificial intelligence, and visual illusions, making it a thrilling subsurface exploration of the mind.
He explores various aspects such as why your foot can move before you are consciously aware of danger, the brain's role in decision-making, and the implications of unconscious processes on our understanding of free will and the justice system.
The book covers a wide range of topics including brain damage, dating, drugs, beauty, infidelity, synesthesia, criminal law, artificial intelligence, and visual illusions, making it a thrilling subsurface exploration of the mind.
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Mentioned in 16 episodes
Mentioned by Jordan B. Peterson when discussing perception and its relation to philosophical implications.
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523. Why We Dream, Learn, and Adapt Faster Than Any Other Species | Dr. David Eagleman
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David Eagleman as a book where he originally wrote a story about a tape recorder in Africa.
David Eagleman as a book where he originally wrote a story about a tape recorder in Africa.
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Ep85 "What is a Thought?"
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Tom Bilyeu as a resource for understanding the brain and its role in shaping our reality.
Tom Bilyeu as a resource for understanding the brain and its role in shaping our reality.
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How Putting Yourself First Drives Success | Tom Bilyeu AMA (Archived Episode)
Mentioned by David Eagleman as the book where he argues that the brain can best be understood as a team of rivals.
David Eagleman as the book where he argues that the brain can best be understood as a team of rivals.21 snips
Ep92 "Why is it hard to keep a secret?"
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David McRaney as the first book to read to understand Eagleman's perspective on the brain.
David McRaney as the first book to read to understand Eagleman's perspective on the brain.
191 - Livewired - David Eagleman
