The Science of Laughter
A presenter, a comedian and a neuroscientist walk into a tent in Wales and dig into the science behind a good giggle.
Why do we laugh more when we鈥檙e with others? Are humans the only animals that laugh? Does 鈥榣aughter yoga鈥� actually do anything? We're delving into the neurobiology, evolutionary history, and health effects of a good old chuckle.
Live from the Hay Festival Winter Weekend, Marnie Chesterton is joined by laughter expert and neuroscientist, Professor Sophie Scott, and an expert in making people laugh, comedian Miles Jupp, in this side-splitting panel show.
Presenter: Marnie Chesterton
Producer: Ella Hubber
Editor: Martin Smith
Production Co-ordinator: Jana Bennett-Holesworth鈥�
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