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  • Why do we see faces in inanimate objects?

    Why do we see faces in inanimate objects?
    Dec 3 2024
    Have you ever looked at a piece of toast, a cloud or a nearby house and had the impression there’s a face in it, looking right back at you? If you’re like most people, it happens to you on a regular basis, and once you’ve seen the face, you just can’t un-see it! It’s down to a human tendency known as pareidolia. The psychological phenomenon comes from the Greek words para, meaning “beside” or “beyond” and “idolia”, meaning form or image. It’s basically our brains playing tricks on us, but for a very good reason. And it’s nothing new either; Renaissance artist Leonardo da Vinci wrote about it in his notebooks. Pareidolia is an example of apophenia, which is the tendency to make sense of, or connect things that are actually unconnected. Our brains are always looking for patterns in information from the outside world, to use as a basis for the decisions we make. Do you have any examples? Why does the brain do that then? Are some people more affected than others? In under 3 minutes, we answer your questions! To listen to the latest episodes, click here: What is bae-realing, the new dating trend? Why are Christmas adverts so moving? Could Mastodon replace Twitter? A Bababam Originals podcast, written and produced by Joseph Chance. First Broadcast: 3/12/2022 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    5 min
  • Are blue eyes really more sensitive to light?

    Are blue eyes really more sensitive to light?
    Dec 3 2024
    The idea that light-colored eyes are generally more fragile is pretty widespread. They’re less resistant to sunlight and require more protection. According to Medical News Today, it’s estimated that around 8-10% of people in the world have blue eyes. When our eyes are open, rays of light pass through the pupil, the black opening in the center of the iris. As you may know, the pupil dilates when it’s dark and contracts in bright light. When light rays strike the retina, they’re captured by photoreceptor cells like rod cells, which are involved in night vision and cone cells that enable color vision, among other things. What’s the function of the iris ? Is sunlight dangerous for the eyes? Is wearing sunglasses enough to protect my eyes ? In under 3 minutes, we answer your questions! To listen to the last episodes, you can click here: What is the olive theory from Tiktok? How does the vagus nerve affect your health? What is climate shadow, the newest way to measure your impact on global warming? A podcast, written and realised by Joseph Chance. First broadcast: 24/06/2023 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    5 min
  • What is Lima Syndrome?

    What is Lima Syndrome?
    Dec 3 2024
    You may have heard of Stockholm Syndrome, which is when a hostage or a victim develops a positive bond with their captor or abuser. But did you know that there is an opposite of Stockholm Syndrome, which sees that dynamic flipped? It’s called Lima Syndrome. The rare and intriguing phenomenon is named after the Peruvian capital city of Lima. It emerged in the context of a turbulent period in Peruvian history. Lima Syndrome isn’t necessarily a pathological condition, but it highlights the complexity of human emotions and the power dynamics at play in hostage situations. Where does the name come from? When did we first observe this syndrome ? Why does it happen? In under 3 minutes, we answer your questions! To listen to the last episodes, you can click here: What 5 foods can improve brain performance? Why do we put on weight when in a relationship? How can I save on my water bill? A podcast written and realised by Joseph Chance. First Broadcast: 28/6/2023 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    5 min

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