Charles Fernyhough

In this discussion, Charles Fernyhough, a psychology professor specializing in inner speech, unravels the intriguing science of our inner voice. He shares insights into how this dialogue begins in childhood, evolving from audible to silent conversation. Using MRI technology, he reveals that our inner dialogue resembles listening more than speaking. The conversation dives into deep questions about what makes us human and even touches on robotic consciousness, exploring the fascinating intersection of thought, memory, and self-awareness.

Join Sir Ian Blatchford, Director of the Science Museum Group and a literary innovator, as he recommends the captivating 'Tokyo Express,' a thrilling tale of love and deception. Charles Fernyhough, a psychologist and author, passionately discusses the timeless 'Letters of Abelard and Heloise,' celebrating its complex love story and feminist philosophy. The conversation also delves into 'Soldiers of Salamis,' examining how memory and storytelling intertwine with history, particularly amidst the tumult of the Spanish Civil War.