The Neuroscience of the Spins with Dr. Gordon Binstead
After a night out, we can experience strange dizziness that tricks us into thinking we're spinning when we're not. But why do we get these bed spins, and is it similar to how we get seasickness and ot...
17 Apr 202212min
Neuroscience Bites: Jet Lag
Long flights over time zones can cause serious jet lag; general mind and body fatigue. In today's episode of That Neuroscience Guy, we discuss the neuroscience behind why we get jet lagged.
14 Apr 20223min
The Neurosience of the Camino de Santiago
The Camino de Santiago is a network of pilgrimage routes through Portugal and northwestern Spain that over 200,000 people travel every year. But why is such a trip so desirable? Why do we often find t...
11 Apr 202212min
Neuroscience Bites-Virtual Reality
Virtual reality experiences are becoming increasingly common. How does your brain react to being in a realistic, immersive alternate reality? In today's Neuroscience Bite, we discuss the neuroscience ...
6 Apr 20224min
The Neuroscience of Indecision
Pizza or Sushi? Buy or sell? Stay or go? For some of us, indecision is a serious crutch in our daily life. But why are we so indecisive, and can we change that? In today's episode of That Neuroscience...
3 Apr 202214min
Neuroscience Bites-Video Games
In today's Neuroscience Bite, we discuss the neuroscience behind playing video games.
30 Mar 20223min
The Neuroscience of Consuming Caffeine
Most of us start our day with a cup of coffee or any other caffeinated beverage. But why do we all feel like we need it? And is it actually hurting our brain more than it's helping? In today's episode...
27 Mar 20228min
Neuroscience Bites: Thrill-Seeking
Do you consider yourself an adrenaline junkie, or do you prefer to avoid dangerous hobbies? In today's Neuroscience Bite, we discuss the neuroscience of Thrill-seeking.
23 Mar 20223min
