Why We Remember (And Forget)

This podcast episode discusses various dimensions of memory, from the common experience of forgetting due to misplacement (forgetting with a lowercase f), to the more serious concern of memory loss (forgetting with a capital F). It explores the cognitive challenges that arise with age, the complexities of memory retrieval, and the multifaceted impact of stress, technology, trauma, and sleep on our ability to retain and process information. The episode highlights the importance of transparency in health information, especially regarding cognitive health, and emphasizes the need for a national conversation about the cognitive demands of presidential leadership.