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Super-voice-recognisers
Super-voice-recognisers
Super-voice-recognisers
Saturday 22nd May 2021
Explore the science behind super voice recognisers and discover if you have a hidden talent for recognising voices.
29 minutes
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Episode Overview
- Super recognisers have exceptional abilities in remembering faces and voices.
- Voice recognition can be linked to specific brain areas similar to face recognition.
- Tests can identify individuals with superior recognition skills.
- Phonagnosia affects one's ability to distinguish voices.
- Potential applications for these skills include law enforcement.
81% is phenomenal. You're definitely in the ballpark of a super recogniser.
Ever wondered what it takes to be a super voice recogniser? This intriguing episode of 'All In The Mind' explores the fascinating world of voice and face recognition. Hosts Sana Qadar and James Bullen, alongside experts Dr James Dunn and Ryan Jenkins, dive into the science behind super recognisers—those gifted individuals who can remember faces and voices with uncanny accuracy.
The show kicks off with a fun quiz testing your ability to identify famous voices, leading to a discussion about the spectrum of voice recognition skills. Some people excel at recognising voices, while others, like Christina, struggle with phonagnosia, or voice blindness. Dr Dunn shares insights from his research at The University of New South Wales, revealing how certain brain areas are more active in super recognisers.
He explains that the same regions light up for experts in other fields, like birdwatching or car enthusiasts. Meanwhile, Ryan Jenkins discusses his work at The University of Greenwich on super voice recognisers, comparing their abilities to those who excel at face recognition. The episode is packed with light-hearted anecdotes and scientific exploration, making it both entertaining and informative.
You'll learn about tests designed to identify super recognisers and hear real-life stories of people who can spot familiar faces and voices in a crowd. It's an eye-opening look at the potential for using these skills in law enforcement and other fields. So, do you think you might be a super recogniser? Or perhaps you've struggled with recognising voices like Christina? Dive into this captivating episode and find out how your brain might be wired for recognition.
Could your hidden talents be waiting to be discovered?