Tom Ebeyer
Founder of the Aphantasia Network who speaks about lived experience with aphantasia and community resources for people with the condition.
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Dec 23, 2025 • 55min
Forum From the Archives: Living Without a Mind's Eye and the Ability to Visualize
Larissa MacFarquhar, a staff writer for The New Yorker, explores the concept of aphantasia, revealing its profound impact on individuals. Joined by Tom Ebeyer, founder of the Aphantasia Network, they discuss the spectrum of mental imagery, from the inability to visualize to hyperphantasia. They delve into how people discover their aphantasia and the emotional nuances of living without mental images. The conversation uncovers how memory varies for aphantasics and the implications for creativity, identity, and even dreams.
Nov 12, 2025 • 55min
Living Without a Mind's Eye and the Ability to Visualize
Larissa MacFarquhar, a staff writer for The New Yorker, and Tom Ebeyer, founder of the Aphantasia Network, dive into the intriguing world of aphantasia—where individuals can't conjure mental images. They explore the spectrum of mental imagery, from aphantasia to hyperphantasia, and share personal journeys of discovery. Larissa reveals how aphantasics create art and recall memories differently, while Tom discusses literacy in children with aphantasia. The conversation highlights the unique perspectives and experiences shaped by this condition.
