David Eagleman explores Brain Plasticity (BS 187)

David Eagleman, PhD (click to play audio, Right click to download) This month’s episode of Brain Science features bestselling author and neuroscientist David Eagleman. We talk about his latest book Livewired: The Inside Story of the Ever-Changing Brain. It is a great overview of the current science of brain plasticity appropriate for both new listeners and longtime fans.Eagleman proposes a new way of looking at memory and explains why he thinks synaptic change is not the whole story.We also explore the implications of our growing understanding of what influences brain plasticity, including what we can do to keep our brains flexible as we age. How to get this episode:FREE: audio mp3 (click to stream, right click to download)Episode Transcript: Buy for $3:50 orclick here if you are a Premium Subscriber. Click here if you are a Patreon supporter.Premium Subscribers have unlimited access to ALL old episodes and transcripts, as well as extra content for selected episodes. All content is available browser or the free Brain Science mobile app.Patreon supporters have access to new transcripts ($3+/month) and ad-free audio files ($10+/month). You can also access your bonus content via the free Patreon mobile app.New episodes of Brain Science are ALWAYS FREE. The most recent 75+ episodes are also free. See the individual show notes for links to the audio files.Important Reminder: Patreon supporters need to go to Your Memberships to u...
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