145: Can't Find the Beat

January 12, 2021 00:04:12
145: Can't Find the Beat
Brain Junk
145: Can't Find the Beat

Jan 12 2021 | 00:04:12

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Trace Kerr Amy Barton

Show Notes

When music comes on, can you clap along or do you struggle to find the beat? If you have a hard time keeping up with the rhythm, there’s a reason and it’s happening in your auditory cortex.

 

Show Notes: 

PopSci: Why Some People are Bad at Dancing

Science Alert: Are You Beat Deaf?

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