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The Feeling Brain

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photoWhat good are feelings? Neuroscientist Antionio Damasio will tell you that they are behind human self-preservation. From joy to sorrow, feelings are the cornerstone of our survival and well-being. An exploration of the feeling brain--and why this may be a 21st century revolution in understanding what makes us who we are.

Guests:

Antonio Damasio, author, "Looking for Spinoza: Joy, Sorrow, and the Feeling Brain

This program aired on July 22, 2003.

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