A Handful of Dust

About this episode

Iain McGilchrist discusses the themes of Rip Van Winkle, the poet's brain, and the concept of sunshine.

Iain McGilchrist on Rip Van Winkle, the poet's brain, and the real word for sunshine.

People in this episode

Guest: Iain McGilchrist

Topics covered

• poetry
• literature
• psychology
• sunshine
• brain

Keywords

• Iain McGilchrist
• Rip Van Winkle
• poet's brain
• sunshine
• literature

Mentioned in this episode

Books & works: Rip Van Winkle

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