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Feb 2023
49m 20s

How Your Memory Works and Sometimes Does...

Mike Carruthers | OmniCast Media
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The simple act of touching other people – by hugging or a high five or putting your arm around someone – is very powerful. This episode begins by explaining the power of touch and how it improves all of our lives. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-R9qyWEJuDI Our memories are incredible… sometimes. And sometimes they fail us miserably. So how does memory work ... Show More
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