Radiolab Black Box
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Oct 21, 2022 
In this engaging discussion, Jesse Cox, grandson of renowned British radio entertainers Leslie and Sidney Pittington, explores the enchanting legacy of his grandparents. He shares their unique brand of entertainment, blending magic with storytelling. The conversation also unfolds themes of metamorphosis, prompting deep reflections on the nature of identity and consciousness. From the secrets of magic to the emotional depth of family history, listeners are invited to ponder the magic of perception and the mysteries that lie within the black boxes of life.
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Surgery Before Anesthesia
- Before anesthesia, surgery was a terrifying ordeal.
- Patients faced excruciating pain, often leading to trauma or even suicide.
Carl Zimmer's Appendectomy
- Carl Zimmer had an appendectomy.
- He woke up in a different room, unaware that the entire surgery had already happened.
Anesthesia as a Switch
- Anesthesia functions like a switch, abruptly shifting consciousness.
- It creates a 'black box' effect, where the period of unconsciousness is a mystery.