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Episode 39

Season 5: Episode 1: Your Brain Is Lying to You

November 14th, 2026

19 mins 54 secs

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About this Episode

Your brain is lying to you. Well, not exactly. But your memory might be a little less reliable than you think.

Welcome to Season 5 of Tumor Minutes! We're kicking things off with a deep dive into the psychology of memory, exploring why we forget, how false memories form, and why being absolutely certain about something doesn't necessarily mean you're right.

Featuring fascinating research from Elizabeth Loftus, the science behind eyewitness testimony, the role of emotion in memory, and practical ways to improve how we remember, this episode explores one of the most surprisingly complicated things your brain does every day.

And yes, there's a chance your favorite childhood memory isn't quite what you think it is.

Consider this your invitation to a little introspection, retrospection, and questioning everything you thought you remembered.