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Humour and Laughter

Adam Walton looks at the science behind humour and laughter.

Adam Walton looks at the science behind humour and laughter.

Comedian and Neuroscientist, Professor Sophie Scott, explores what鈥檚 happening in the brain when we laugh.

Comedian, Dr Steve Cross, tells us how to make serious topics engaging and funny.

Dr Gil Greengross from Aberystwyth University studies the evolutionary roots of humour and laughter.

Plus Dr Amy Paine from Cardiff University promotes laughter, humour and play in the classroom.

Produced by Stuart Russell.

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30 minutes

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Sunday 06:30

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  • Yesterday 06:30
  • Sunday 06:30

Adam Walton

Adam Walton

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