Published Aug 29, 2022
Dr. Erich Jarvis: The Neuroscience of Speech, Language & Music | Huberman Lab Podcast #87
Dr. Erich Jarvis delves into the neuroscience behind speech, language, and music, exploring brain pathways, genetic influences, and the evolution of vocal learning in humans and animals. He and Andrew Huberman discuss critical periods of language development, the role of music and dance in communication, and the genetic factors shaping our engagement with these forms of expression.

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