#sensory-processing
8 episodes
The Rabbit in the Backyard: Decoding Airport Lighting
Discover the hidden engineering behind airport approach lights, from the "rabbit" flashers to the towers standing in suburban backyards.
Tuning Out the Noise: Tech for Sensory Overload
Explore the science of auditory filtering and the latest tech tools helping people with ADHD and hyperacusis navigate a noisy world.
Beyond the Mouse: Why Our Keyboards are Stuck in 1870
Why are we still using 19th-century keyboard layouts? Herman and Corn explore the fascinating world of trackballs, macropads, and BCIs.
The Daycare Dilemma: Science, Socialization, and Your Baby
Is your baby getting enough socialization at home? Herman and Corn dive into the science of "serve and return" and the ideal timing for daycare.
The Bloating Glitch: Why Your Stomach Has a Mind of Its Own
Think your bloating is just gas? It might be a "software glitch" in your gut. Discover how to retrain your brain to stop abdominal distension.
Beyond Blue Light: The Real Science of Display Eye Strain
Is blue light the real enemy? Herman and Corn dive into the physics of eye strain, PWM flicker, and the dream of the e-ink desktop monitor.
Inside the Infant Mind: The Magic of the Six-Month Milestone
What's happening inside a baby's brain at six months? Explore the sensory explosion of depth perception, language mapping, and synaptic growth.
Why the World Feels Too Loud: ADHD and Sensory Processing
Ever feel like the world is turned up to eleven? Explore the link between ADHD and sensory processing disorder with Herman and Corn.