Ep 5. Super Senses

In this episode of Brain Games, titled "Super Senses," the show explores the incredible capabilities of the human senses and how they can be further enhanced. The episode explores various tricks and tips that can be used to boost senses such as sight, hearing, touch, taste, and smell.

The episode starts with a fascinating look at how some animals have superhuman senses. For example, birds have the ability to navigate using the earth's magnetic field, while some snakes can "see" heat through infrared sensing pits. The show explains that while humans may not be able to match these abilities, there are ways to improve their senses.

The episode includes a range of interactive experiments that help viewers to test and understand their senses better. For example, in one experiment, viewers are asked to distinguish between different smells and see how some smells can evoke powerful emotions, while others are far less pleasant. Another experiment tests the accuracy of hearing and challenges viewers to distinguish between different sounds.

The episode also explores the psychology behind why certain senses are more powerful than others. For example, the show reveals that the brain is wired to prioritize visual information over other forms of sensory input, which helps explain why some people are better at recognizing faces than others.

The show also looks at how technology is being used to enhance human senses. For example, viewers are introduced to a device that translates sound waves into visual signals, allowing deaf people to "see" sounds. The episode also features cutting-edge technology that can improve sight, including a bionic eye that can restore vision to people with certain eye conditions.

As the episode progresses, the show explores the potential downsides of having superhuman senses. The show explains that while some people may have an innate ability to detect certain scents or sounds, too much of a good thing can be a bad thing. For example, people with hyperosmia (an increased ability to detect smells) may find certain odors overwhelming and even debilitating.

In the final segment of the episode, the show demonstrates how the brain can be trained to enhance sensory input through various exercises and training techniques. Viewers are shown examples of athletes who use visualization techniques to improve their visual acuity and focus, while others are shown exercises that can help improve hearing and other senses.

Overall, "Super Senses" is an eye-opening episode of Brain Games that explores the fascinating world of the human senses and how they can be improved and enhanced. The experiments, examples, and insights provided in the episode are sure to leave viewers with a newfound appreciation for the incredible capabilities of the human body and mind.