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598: How to Remember Names, Faces, and Facts like a Memory Champion with Chester Santos

Aug 20, 2020

49:52

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Memory expert Chester Santos, U.S. Memory Champion, shares techniques on remembering names and facts. He discusses the relevance of memory in the digital age, principles for better recall, mnemonic devices, and visualization techniques. Learn how to remember names through visual associations and the benefits of memory training for improved retention.

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Quick takeaways

Memory is still crucial in the digital age, utilize visualization, senses, and make memories extraordinary.

Remembering names is about repeating, connecting to visuals, and using unique cues for improved recall abilities.

Deep dives

Principles of Memory Mastery

Visualizing, using senses, and making memories extraordinary are three main principles to enhance memory. Applying these principles helps in memorizing a list of words and their meaningful connections.

Unforgettable Memory through Visualisation and Uniqueness

01:45

Introduction

4min

The International Man of Memory

6min

Enhancing Memory through Visualization Techniques

22min

Memory Techniques: Assigning Words to Numbers and Creating Mental Cue Cards

3min

Memory Technique for Remembering Facts

2min

Mastering Name Recall Through Visual Associations

9min

Unlocking Memory Power through Techniques and Training

5min

U.S. Memory Champion Chester Santos shares his expert tricks and techniques for improving your memory.

— YOU’LL LEARN —

1) Why good memory still matters in the digital age

2) The three principles to remembering anything

3) How to remember anyone’s name in four steps

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— ABOUT CHESTER —

U.S. Memory Champion, Chester Santos - "The International Man of Memory" is the world's leading memory skills expert and founder of MemorySchool.NET. His memory building tips have been featured on CNN, ABC, PBS, NBC, CBS, BBC, and the Science Channel. He has been quoted in the NY Times, Wall Street Journal, SF Chronicle, Washington Post, and TIME Magazine. Chester has presented in over 30 countries with speaking credits that include TEDx, Talks at Google, and the International Festival of Brilliant Minds.