In this episode, I'm taking you on a hilarious journey into your brain's own comedy club! Did you know your brain treats laughter like a super-power? When we laugh, it's like throwing a feel-good party in our heads, releasing happy chemicals that make us feel amazing. I explore why even babies crack up before they can talk, and why laughing with others is literally contagious - it's like a social superglue! From dad jokes to sophisticated humor, I reveal why our brains are basically built-in laugh tracks, and how this simple 'ha-ha' has been keeping humans sane and social since forever. Trust me, the science of giggles is seriously funny business! 😄
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Why your brain loves story - The science behind storytelling
Ever wonder why we' love so much a good story? In my podcast, I dig into the science behind why our brains literally light up like a Christmas tree when we hear one! From feel-good chemicals flooding our minds to the wild fact that our brains actually sync up with other people when we share stories - it's like a neural dance party! I break down why humans are basically storytelling machines, and trust me, it's way more fascinating than your biology class ever was.
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The power of focus - How your brain zaps distractions
Join Alma as she uncovers how the brain sharpens focus and zaps away distractions, revealing the science behind staying on task and unlocking your full potential.
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The brain’s GPS - How your hippocampus maps the world
Hey, Brain Explorers! 🧭🧠Did you know your brain has its very own GPS? It’s called the hippocampus, and it helps you remember places, follow directions, and even imagine where things are! 🗺️🚶♀️Every time you walk to school or explore somewhere new, your hippocampus is creating a mental map—like a little explorer drawing a treasure trail. 🧳✨So the next time you find your way without even thinking about it, thank your brain’s amazing built-in navigator!
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Mirror neurons - How your brain reads minds
Hi, Brain Explorers! 🧠👀Did you know your brain has special cells that mirror what others do? They're called mirror neurons, and they help you understand how someone feels just by watching them—like when you see a friend smile and suddenly feel happy too! 😊It’s almost like your brain is doing a mini version of what you see, helping you “read minds” without even trying. That’s how we learn, connect, and feel empathy. 🤝💡So the next time you yawn because someone else does—blame your mirror neurons!
Welcome to Brain Explorers, the first neuroscience podcast for kids, ran by a kid! I'm Alma, I'm 12 years old, a pianist in the making, a neuroscience enthusiast with dreams of becoming a neurosurgeon.Each episode of Brain Explorers is packed with fun facts, cool experiments, and interviews with real scientists, musicians, researchers to help kids explore how our brains work and what makes them tick (or tickle). Perfect for curious young minds who want to learn more about the most fascinating part in our bodies!