217. Memory and Storytelling with Tansel Ali

This podcast is about memory techniques and how they can improve learning and communication. Tony, interviews Tansel Ali, a memory expert and coach who has broken several memory records and written best-selling books on the topic. They discuss Tansel's background, how he learned memory techniques, and how he applies them to various domains such as names, numbers, books, and speeches. They also talk about the importance of visualization, emotion, and storytelling for memory, and how to avoid common pitfalls and challenges. They give examples of how memory techniques can be used in school, work, and personal life, and how they can help people overcome negative self-talk and achieve their goals.