The Psychology of Illusion: A Magician Reveals His Secrets

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✨ 🎩 Back by popular demand! This was one of our most popular lectures, and we're so excited to bring it back for another night of impossible moments and mind-bending illusions. Magic isn't just about tricking the eyes. It's about understanding the mind. Join Sanjeev Vinodh, professional magician and cognitive scientist, for an interactive lecture that pulls back the curtain on how illusions really work. Sanjeev breaks down the techniques behind his magic, revealing how language, movement, and technology are carefully engineered to guide attention, shape perception, and create moments that feel impossible. Blending live demonstrations with insights from cognitive science, he shows how magic exploits the same mental shortcuts we rely on every day, the ones that help us navigate the world but also make us easy to fool. Sanjeev was the youngest magician to fool Penn and Teller on Fool Us, has performed worldwide alongside legends like David Copperfield, and holds a background in cognitive science from UC Berkeley, where he studied how language can influence choice and memory. Expect participation, surprises, and yes, plenty of magic. 🎩 🕰 Event Details What should I expect? 7:00-7:35 --> arrival & chats 7:35-8:20 --> lecture 8:20-9:00 --> q&a and more chatting Who's invited? Anyone with an interest in learning new things, meeting new people, and doing fun things on weeknights! Lots of people came solo to our last event, so don't be afraid to do the same—you'll meet some…