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The Science of Illusion with Teller
Season 16 · Episode 8

The Science of Illusion with Teller

Why does magic fool us so easily? Is our perception of reality just an illusion? Neil deGrasse Tyson and co-host Gary O’Reilly explore the neuroscience behind magic with magician Teller (of Penn & Teller) and neuroscientist Susana Martinez-Conde.

StarTalk Radio · Neil deGrasse Tyson, Gary O'Reilly, Susana Martinez-Conde, Teller

February 7, 202550m 59s

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Show Notes

Why does magic fool us so easily? Is our perception of reality just an illusion? Neil deGrasse Tyson and co-host Gary O’Reilly explore the neuroscience behind magic with magician Teller (of Penn & Teller) and neuroscientist Susana Martinez-Conde.

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