July 23, 2025 • 7 mins
Have you ever wondered how a song can instantly transport you back to your childhood? Or how you can understand these very words? This episode journeys into the temporal lobe, the brain's incredible multimedia center. We'll explore how this region, tucked behind your ears, processes sound, decodes language, stores your most precious memories, and even helps you recognize faces. Get ready to meet the part of your brain that makes you, you.
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