Plot Synopsis

Featuring neuroscientist Heather Berlin, YOUR BRAIN is a two-part NOVA documentary that reveals the latest research into the human brain, which is slowly giving up its secrets to modern neuroscience, shedding light on big questions that go to the very heart of who you are. Episodes debuted on back-to-back Wednesdays in May 2023.

"Your Perception Deception" (Wednesday, May 17, 2023): Is what you see real? Join neuroscientist Heather Berlin on a quest to understand how your brain shapes your reality, and why you can't always trust what you perceive. In the first hour of this two-part series, learn what the latest research shows about how your brain processes and shapes the world around you, and discover the surprising tricks and shortcuts your brain takes to help you survive.

"Who's In Control" (Wednesday, May 24, 2023): Are you in control, or is your brain controlling you? Dive into the latest research on the subconscious with neuroscientist Heather Berlin. Sleepwalking, anesthesia, game theory, and more reveal surprising insights in this eye-opening journey to discover what's really driving the decisions you make.