This episode investigates the controversial realm of false memories, centered around the groundbreaking research of Elizabeth Loftus and the mechanisms behind memory manipulation. We examine high-profile cases where false memories have influenced legal proceedings and personal histories, while exploring the latest neuroscience research on memory malleability and reconstruction. The hosts analyze how social influence, suggestion, and time can alter our memories, and discuss the implications for eyewitness testimony and therapeutic practices. The episode concludes with practical strategies for maintaining memory accuracy and understanding the constructive nature of memory formation.

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