Chasing Life Exploring the Brain with 10-Year-Old ‘Sean the Science Kid’
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Aug 22, 2025 10-year-old Sean Etichobe, known as Sean the Science Kid, shares his passion for science and dreams of becoming a neurocardio surgeon. He engages Dr. Sanjay Gupta in a delightful conversation about the brain's mysteries, discussing neuroplasticity and the connection between emotions and brain health. Sean also touches on the importance of memories and offers a whimsical theory about the universe. With humor and curiosity, he makes science accessible, proving that learning can be both fun and impactful.
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Early Memory Superpower
- Sean says he had hyperthymesia and remembers things immediately after learning them.
- He explains triggers like songs can loop memories back years for him.
Reading As A Baby
- Sean recounts reading store signs at nine months and surprising his parents by reading flyers.
- His mother confirmed it to his father before he was believed to be able to read.
Self-Taught Flashcards
- Sean was mostly self-taught using flashcards and rapid progression through grades.
- He attended a school (High Achievers) that moved children forward as they finished material.