Brain Story

Brain Story (2000)

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Brain Story will examine how the brain controls every aspect of our being from movement to the emotions. It also explores "our ability to learn and adapt" though fossil records have shown that the human brain has not changed significantly for thousands of years. Scientists continue to struggle with questions such as is the mind separate from the brain or are all our experiences mere chemical reactions in the brain.

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Scheduleevery Tuesday at 21:00 (50 min)

Recent Episodes

EpisodeNameAirdate
S01E06The Final MysteryAug 22, 2000
S01E05Growing the MindAug 15, 2000
S01E04First Among EqualsAug 8, 2000
S01E03The Mind's EyeAug 1, 2000
S01E02In the Heat of the MomentJul 25, 2000
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Frequently Asked Questions  Warning: Spoilers

When did 'Brain Story' premiere?

'Brain Story' premiered on December 3, 2000.

Who narrated 'Brain Story'?

'Brain Story' was narrated by British actor John Lynch.

What was the focus of the 'Brain Story' series?

The 'Brain Story' series focused on the mysteries and complexities of the human brain.

How many episodes were produced for 'Brain Story'?

'Brain Story' consisted of six episodes.

What is the first episode of 'Brain Story' titled?

The first episode of 'Brain Story' is titled "Genesis."

Which episode of 'Brain Story' focuses on sleep?

The fourth episode of 'Brain Story' titled "Sleep" focuses on the topic of sleep.

Who produced 'Brain Story'?

'Brain Story' was produced by the BBC.

Which episode of 'Brain Story' discusses addiction?

The fifth episode of 'Brain Story' titled "Addiction" discusses addiction and the brain.

What episode of 'Brain Story' focuses on the brain's perception of time?

The third episode of 'Brain Story' titled "Moments of Mind" focuses on the brain's perception of time.

Who wrote 'Brain Story'?

'Brain Story' was written by Andrew Kirk, a science writer and broadcaster.

Which episode of 'Brain Story' deals with emotions?

The second episode of 'Brain Story' titled "In the Mind's Eye" deals with emotions.

What is the sixth episode of 'Brain Story' titled?

The sixth and final episode of 'Brain Story' is titled "The Final Mystery."

Who was the target audience for 'Brain Story'?

'Brain Story' was targeted towards a general audience interested in learning about the brain and its functions.

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