

Susana Martinez-Conde
Professor of ophthalmology, neurology, physiology, and pharmacology at SUNY Downstate Medical Center. Expert in illusions and perception.
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Feb 7, 2025 • 51min
The Science of Illusion with Teller
Teller, one-half of the iconic magic duo Penn & Teller, discusses the fascinating intersection of magic and neuroscience with Susana Martinez-Conde, a renowned neuroscientist at SUNY Downstate Medical Center. They explore how magicians expertly exploit human perception and the brain's limitations to create mind-bending illusions. Highlights include the role of misdirection, the psychology behind survival instincts, and how our perception of truth can be manipulated. This compelling conversation reveals how magic not only entertains but also challenges our understanding of reality.

Jul 1, 2024 • 1h 8min
Ep65 "Why do brains so easily fall for magic tricks?"
Magician Robert Strong and cognitive neuroscientists Stephen Macknik and Susana Martinez-Conde discuss how magicians manipulate attention, deceive the brain, and create illusions. They explore the neuroscience behind magic tricks, highlighting attention manipulation, misdirection, and the collaboration between magic and neuroscience in studying perception and consciousness.