What do we talk about when we talk remembering and forgetting?

The way in which we operate is defined, in large part, by our memories. Humans remember the mistakes of their past in order to learn and improve. Museums and monuments stand as physical embodiments of collective memories – this includes both triumphs and tragedies. Despite the importance of memory, it is often proven to be weak; legal proceedings expose biases and flaws in a witness’ recollection and disorders of the brain can create traumatic memories. 

One thing cannot be denied: memory is a core component of the human identity. In this podcast, we hope to explore the nuances of this fundamental aspect of our brains. These conversations aim to illustrate the strengths, weaknesses, mysteries, and misunderstandings surrounding remembering and forgetting.