The science of illusion

Name: The science of illusion
Uploaded: 2018-01-08T14:22:40Z
Duration: 12 min 17 s
Description: How do magic tricks work? The same way politicians often pass controversial laws and policies: by exploiting the gaps in our awareness. Master illusionist David Kwong walks us through a few fascinating tricks and teaches us how to see through the sleights-of-hand and deceptions plaguing our everyday life. "Question what seems obvious," Kwong says. "And above all, pay attention to your attention."

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David Kwong |

TED@Tommy

• November 2017

How do magic tricks work? The same way politicians often pass controversial laws and policies: by exploiting the gaps in our awareness. Master illusionist David Kwong walks us through a few fascinating tricks and teaches us how to see through the sleights-of-hand and deceptions plaguing our everyday life. "Question what seems obvious," Kwong says. "And above all, pay attention to your attention."