Learn Faster. Remember More. (Part 2)

Learn Faster. Remember More. (Part 2)

Author: Curiosity Media June 16, 2026 Duration: 39:00

Cal resumes his conversation with Dr. David Bach, the Harvard-trained neuroscientist who is about to give you an opportunity to upgrade your brain. Dr. Bach is the founder of Optios. His company's work is unlocking a door to a new kind of human potential. Cal learns how Optios will help him get in the zone to learn about the science he could never pay attention to when he was in junior high school. His conversations with Dr. Bach are starting to pay off. Cal is now fascinated with how Rory McIlroy will be able to shave strokes off his golf game. And how you'll be able to get better at learning whatever matters most to you by dancing with AI. The simulation Dr. Bach describes in this episode works in the lab. Soon it'll be coming to you. In the meantime, Big Questions has upgraded to allow you to watch visually. If you'd like, check it out on youtube.com/bigquestionspodcast. 


For decades, Cal Fussman has built a remarkable career by asking the right things at the right time, drawing profound insights from icons like Muhammad Ali, Mikhail Gorbachev, and Serena Williams. That same genuine curiosity drives every episode of Big Questions with Cal Fussman. This isn't about quick soundbites or surface-level chatter. Instead, Cal creates a space where guests-from visionary CEOs and legendary coaches to groundbreaking artists-feel comfortable exploring the pivotal moments and hard-earned lessons that truly shaped their paths. You'll hear conversations that meander into unexpected places, often uncovering the personal philosophies and resilient mindsets behind public success. Produced by Curiosity Media, the podcast serves as a masterclass in listening and human connection, relevant for anyone interested in the intersections of business, creative careers, and lifelong education. Each discussion feels like a deep dive into a life fully examined, offering tangible wisdom for navigating your own big questions.
Author: Language: English Episodes: 50

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