The Mind, Explained - Season 2
Our minds are capable of great things, but they can also undermine our best intentions. Delve into the science behind creativity, brainwashing and more.
The Mind, Explained: Season 2 - 5 Episode s
2x1 - How to Focus
November 19, 2021
So... many... distractions. Sustaining attention is harder than ever, but not for the reasons you might expect. Experts focus on the many challenges.
2x2 - Teenage Brain
November 19, 2021
Why do teenagers act... like teenagers? Hint: It's not just hormones. Neuroscience explains the fundamentally unique way a teen's brain operates.
2x3 - Personality
November 19, 2021
Personality tests group people into handy types but reveal only part of the story. Learn how our personalities develop and evolve over a lifetime.
2x4 - Creativity
November 19, 2021
Creativity isn't a mystical force — it's a mental muscle. See how your neural networks generate fresh ideas and learn ways to foster your imagination.
2x5 - Brainwashing
November 19, 2021
What does it mean to be brainwashed? From the Satanic panic of the ’80s to current conspiracies, dive into how belief change happens inside the brain.