The Idiot Brain
Event Date: Tuesday 17th November 2026 | Time: 7pm – 8pm
Curious Minds
About this event
Your brain is incredible… but it’s also surprisingly flawed.
Join us for a fascinating online event inspired by The Idiot Brain, written by neuroscientist Dean Burnett, where we explore why our brains make mistakes, fall for illusions, create anxiety, and sometimes work against us.
The human brain is one of the most complex structures in the universe, yet it often behaves in ways that seem irrational or confusing. Why do we worry about things that might never happen? Why do we forget names seconds after hearing them? Why do we struggle to make decisions, even when the choices seem simple? These questions reveal the fascinating quirks of the mind.
Through engaging discussion and real neuroscience, we’ll uncover how the brain evolved, why it behaves the way it does, and why even the smartest brains can act a little… idiotic. We’ll look at how emotions, memory, perception, and evolution shape our everyday experiences and influence the way we think and behave.
This event is perfect for anyone curious about psychology, human behaviour, and the strange ways our minds really work. Expect surprising insights, relatable examples, and plenty of “that explains a lot!” moments as we take a closer look at the wonderfully imperfect organ that runs our lives.
Boundless members stay tuned until the end of the event to be in with a chance of winning a copy of the 10th Anniversary edition of The Idiot Brain.
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Meet the speaker - Dean Burnett
Dean Burnett is a neuroscience doctor, former psychiatry lecturer, mental health ambassador, science consultant and communicator, occasional comedian, and, most notably, international bestselling author. He has won awards for his writing and communication, his books have achieved bestselling status in multiple countries, he has provided advice and insight to many major companies and organisations, from the European Council to the Wellcome Trust, participated in cross-parliamentary panels, and regularly appears on TV and Radio. He lives in Cardiff with his wife, two children, an idiotic beagle, and a notorious cat.