Published Dec 13, 2022

Time Is Way Weirder Than You Think

Ezra Klein delves into the complex world of time perception with neurobiology professor Dean Buonomano, examining how timekeeping has shaped civilization, our brains' processing of time, and philosophical theories like presentism and eternalism in a universe absent of life.

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Impact of Timekeeping
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Human Time Perception
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Nature of Time
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Time Is Way Weirder Than You Think

Topics covered

Popular Clips

Time Perception Reflection

Evolution of Clocks

Present-Oriented Tribes

Time and Free Will

Book Recommendations

The Nature of Time

Time Perception Mysteries

Being Present

Evolution of Time

Living in the Present

Shifting Time Perception

Time and Memory

Time and Technology

Time Travel Theories

Episode Highlights

Impact of Timekeeping

Human Time Perception

Nature of Time

Time Is Way Weirder Than You Think

Topics covered

Popular Clips

Episode Highlights

Impact of TimekeepingDean Buonomano explores the profound impact of clocks on human civilization and personal experiences. He discusses how the evolution of timekeeping has synchronized society but also constrained our perception of time.

Impact of Timekeeping

Human Time PerceptionDean Buonomano explores how extreme situations and present focus alter our perception of time. He reveals the intricate ways our brains process time, impacting both our subjective experiences and future planning.

Human Time Perception

Nature of TimeDean Buonomano, a neurobiology and psychology professor, explores the intricate nature of time and its perception. He contrasts theories like presentism and eternalism, and discusses time's existence in a universe without life.

Nature of Time