Published May 20, 2019

Losing Face

Delve into the complexities of facial recognition with Shankar Vedantam as he examines our overconfidence in recognizing unfamiliar faces, the exceptional abilities of super recognizers, and the cognitive biases illuminated by face blindness, all while contrasting human skills with machine advancements.

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Losing Face

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Caught in Action

Social Awkwardness Explained

Face Blindness Explained

Face Recognition Flaws

Face Recognition Skills

Human vs. Machine

Face Recognition Struggles

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Losing Face

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Face Recognition ScienceExploring the limitations of human face recognition, Shankar Vedantam highlights our overconfidence in identifying unfamiliar faces. He contrasts this with the evolving capabilities of machines, showcasing the unique strengths and weaknesses of both.

Face Recognition Science

Super RecognizersShankar Vedantam explores the fascinating world of super recognizers, individuals with exceptional facial recognition abilities. He examines their role in law enforcement and the broader implications of their skills on society.

Super Recognizers

Face BlindnessFace blindness, or prosopagnosia, affects daily interactions and highlights cognitive biases in facial recognition. Shankar Vedantam explores the social and psychological implications of this condition, revealing its impact on personal and societal levels.

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