Very Bad Wizards Episode 301: Believing is Seeing?
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Jan 28, 2025 Dive into the fascinating interplay between belief and perception! Discover how coins might appear larger to those with less wealth. Explore how our emotional experiences shape visual judgments, and reflect on the artistic legacy of David Lynch. The conversation unpacks how context influences our sensory experiences and examines biases in interpreting faces. Plus, the hosts discuss the transformative effects of attention and meditation on perception. It’s a blend of psychology, nostalgia, and engaging reflections!
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Twin Peaks Bonding
- Tamler and his daughter bonded over watching "Twin Peaks: The Return."
- It became a meaningful shared experience during a challenging time.
Cognition and Perception
- Cognitive psychology debates top-down influences on perception.
- Do beliefs affect what we see, or is perception independent?
Modularity of Mind
- Jerry Fodor argues for modularity: perception is encapsulated and protected from beliefs.
- Visual illusions, like the Mueller-Lyer, support this view.
