Kurzgesagt - In a Nutshell

Kurzgesagt (German for "in a nutshell") is a Munich based design studio with a distinctive perspective on design and animation within the fields of education, science and commerce. Founded in 2012 by Philipp Dettmer & Stephan Rether, the studio engages in information design projects of all kinds. We love science, minimalism, colors and music. But most of all combining them to tell stories.

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Created By	Philipp Dettmer
Status	Returning Series
Original Name	Kurzgesagt - In a Nutshell
First Air Date	July 11, 2013
Last Air Date	March 30, 2026
Seasons	14
Episodes	239
Episode Runtime	10min
Language	English
Original Language	English
Production Countries	Germany
Production Companies
Networks	YouTube

S14E09

How Is a Memory Stored Inside Your Squishy Brain?

Memory is one of the strangest abilities you possess. Your brain uses an incredibly complex biological system to preserve moments from your past that no longer exist, allowing you to revisit experiences from years ago. But memories are not always recordings of reality. In fact, every time a memory comes under the spotlight of your attention, it can melt and change a tiny bit. What exactly is a memory, how is a moment in time stored inside your brain, and why does remembering something slowly rewrite the story of your life?

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