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The Jordan Harbinger Show

1004: Memory | Skeptical Sunday

Jun 16, 2024
01:17:19
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Jessica Wynn, memory expert, debunks memory misconceptions. Memories are complex processes of encoding, storage, and recall. Repressed memories lack scientific evidence. False memories can be implanted and impact testimonies. The podcast explores the controversy surrounding repressed memories in legal and psychological contexts.
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Quick takeaways

  • Memory is a complex process involving encoding, storage, and recall, not just video-like files.
  • Forgetting is a natural aspect of memory function, not a flaw.

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Examining Memory Controversies

The episode delves into the controversies and debates surrounding memory, particularly focusing on discussions about repressed and implanted memories. Scholars, psychologists, politicians, and lawmakers analyze ideas ranging from repressed memories to limitations of memory. These debates impact civil and criminal trials and highlight the challenge of accurately recalling past events. The episode questions the permissibility of tapping into unconscious memories and explores the complexities of memory recollection, emphasizing the implications in legal settings.

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