Dean Burnett

Neuroscientists discuss Neuralink's brain chips, zoologist explores drug effects on frogs, astrophysicist explains measuring galaxy distances, and doctor covers blood groups in an engaging episode.

In this lively discussion, neuroscientist Dean Burnett, a lecturer at Cardiff University and author of 'Idiot Brain', unpacks the chaotic workings of our minds. He explores the perplexities of motion sickness and the neuroscience behind breakups, revealing why criticisms hit harder than praise. Burnett dives into the quirks of the human brain, such as irrational fears, the imposter syndrome, and the irony of feeling unsafe in a statistically safer world. With a mix of humor and insight, he likens the brain to a glitchy computer, making for an entertaining and thought-provoking conversation.

Neuralink's brain chips, enhancing rugby safety with smart technology, decoding chicken emotions, and improving chicken welfare are some fascinating topics discussed in this episode