David Eagleman is a neuroscientist at Stanford University and a bestselling author. His neuroscience research spans the areas of brain plasticity, sensory substitution, human perception, synesthesia, and beyond. As the co-director of the Center for Science & Law, he works at the intersection of neuroscience and the legal system, using new discoveries in neuroscience to inform lawmaking. Eagleman also applies his research findings through ventures including Neosensory, a company he co-founded to develop sensory substitution devices. Known for making complex science accessible, he is the writer and presenter of the Emmy-nominated PBS series The Brain with David Eagleman, and he now shares valuable insights on his podcast, Inner Cosmos. A prolific author, his books include Incognito, Sum, and his latest release, Livewired.

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00:00 Intro
02:13 The Fluidity of the Brain and Dreaming
05:26 Rewiring the Brain for Self-Improvement
06:54 Journey from Academia to Public Communication
11:13 Exploring Internal Models and Synesthesia
13:36 The Intersection of Neuroscience and Law
18:01 The Role of Memories in Shaping Identity
21:30 Understanding Instincts and Brain Plasticity
24:47 Conscious vs. Unconscious Mind
30:57 Time Perception and Memory
35:57 Possibilianism: Exploring the Unknown
36:03 Possibilianism: A New Spiritual Perspective
39:56 The Impact of Instant Information Access
41:46 Challenges in Neuroscience Technology
44:48 Collective Consciousness and Education
45:45 Influences and Key Events in Life
48:29 Understanding Gut Feelings and Intuition
01:00:37 Brain Plasticity and Sensory Substitution
01:01:34 Exploring Sensory Substitution
01:03:47 Perception and Reality
01:07:14 The Brain's Prediction and Surprise Mechanisms
01:08:27 The Process of Writing a Book
01:09:34 Internal Conflict and Groupthink
01:16:16 Conversations During Brain Surgery
01:20:11 The Fascination with the Human Brain

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