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Science & Tools of Learning & Memory | Dr. David Eagleman

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United States
Started January 27, 2026

Dr. David Eagleman, PhD, is a neuroscientist, bestselling author and professor at Stanford University. We discuss how to leverage the science of neuroplasticity to learn new skills and information and how accurate and false memories form and are forgotten. We also discuss time perception and why it speeds up or slows down depending on our age and stress level. We cover dreaming and the meaning of visual and other dream content. And we discuss the neuroscience of cultural and political polariz...

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CLAIM Posted by will • Jan 27, 2026
Relying on neuroplasticity to improve memory can lead to overconfidence in our recollections, making us vulnerable to false memories.
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CLAIM Posted by will • Jan 27, 2026
Understanding how time perception varies with age and stress can help us develop better coping strategies for life’s challenges.
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CLAIM Posted by will • Jan 27, 2026
Neuroplasticity offers a powerful framework for lifelong learning, suggesting that age should not limit our ability to acquire new skills.
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CLAIM Posted by will • Jan 27, 2026
The neuroscience behind dreaming reveals crucial insights into our emotional health, making dream analysis a vital tool for personal growth.
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CLAIM Posted by will • Jan 27, 2026
Discussing cultural and political polarization from a neuroscience perspective risks oversimplifying complex social issues and undermines nuanced debate.
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