#652
Mentioned in 12 episodes
Awakenings
Book • 1973
The book tells the extraordinary story of a group of patients who survived the great sleeping-sickness epidemic of the 1920s and were 'awakened' 40 years later by the administration of the drug L-DOPA.
Dr. Sacks documents the miraculous and sometimes disastrous effects of this treatment, exploring themes of health, disease, suffering, care, and the human condition.
The book also delves into the psychological and philosophical implications of these patients' experiences, highlighting the complexities of identity, personality, and the impact of their prolonged immobility on their lives.
Dr. Sacks documents the miraculous and sometimes disastrous effects of this treatment, exploring themes of health, disease, suffering, care, and the human condition.
The book also delves into the psychological and philosophical implications of these patients' experiences, highlighting the complexities of identity, personality, and the impact of their prolonged immobility on their lives.
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Andrew Huberman , referencing a quote about the importance of balance in pursuing one's goals.
Andrew Huberman , referencing a quote about the importance of balance in pursuing one's goals.
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Andrew Huberman: You Must Control Your Dopamine! The Shocking Truth About Cold Showers!
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Iain McGilchrist as a source of inspiration for his interest in the brain and its relation to experience.
Iain McGilchrist as a source of inspiration for his interest in the brain and its relation to experience.
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Iain McGilchrist: The Potential of the Human Brain
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Ky Dickens while discussing his early interest in autism and savants, referencing Sacks' work.
Ky Dickens while discussing his early interest in autism and savants, referencing Sacks' work.
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Harvard Scientist: "These Kids Are Telepathic!” [Telepathy Tapes Documentary]
Mentioned by Ian McGilchrist as a source of inspiration for his interest in the mind-body problem.
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The Education of Iain McGilchrist, Part I: From Winchester College to All Souls
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Ted Cruz as a fabulous movie starring Robert De Niro and Robin Williams, highlighting Williams's performance.
Ted Cruz as a fabulous movie starring Robert De Niro and Robin Williams, highlighting Williams's performance.
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Reel Justice
Recommended by Iain McGilchrist for its unique portrayal of patients and exploration of the mind-body relationship.
Iain McGilchrist for its unique portrayal of patients and exploration of the mind-body relationship. The Education of Iain McGilchrist, Part II: Medical School and Beyond
Referenced in the opening quiz to reveal the dead celebrity, Oliver Sacks.
Famous & Gravy: Mind Traveler (Oliver Sacks)
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Iain McGilchrist as a source of inspiration for his interest in the mind-body relationship.
Iain McGilchrist as a source of inspiration for his interest in the mind-body relationship.
#234 — The Divided Mind
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Stephen J. Dubner as an author whose work 
Alexandra Horowitz worked on as a fact-checker.
Stephen J. Dubner as an author whose work Alexandra Horowitz worked on as a fact-checker.
436. Forget Everything You Know About Your Dog
