Lectures on Tap- "The Imitation Brain: Mimicry, Connection, and Perception"

Mon Jan 26 2026 at 07:30 pm to 09:30 pm UTC-08:00

Hollywood | Los Angeles

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Lectures on Tap- "The Imitation Brain: Mimicry, Connection, and Perception"
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About this Event

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📚 Lecture: “The Imitation Brain: Mimicry, Connection, and Perception”

🎤 Speaker: Professor, Lawrence Rosenblum


Join us for a captivating evening with Lawrence Rosenblum as he explores the fascinating phenomenon of implicit imitation and its impact on our social and cognitive abilities. Have you ever wondered how our ability to mimic others enhances our interactions and understanding of the world?

In this engaging lecture, Dr. Rosenblum will delve into the underlying mechanisms of imitation, highlighting its significance in shaping social connections and our cognitive processes. Discover how this seemingly simple behavior enriches our experiences and interactions, influencing everything from communication to empathy.

Lawrence Rosenblum is a Professor Emeritus of Psychology at the University of California, Riverside. He is the author of See What I’m Saying: The Extraordinary Powers of Our Five Senses and has received multiple National Science Foundation and National Institute of Health grants for his influential research on multisensory speech and face perception. His work has been widely published and featured in Scientific American, The New York Times, and The Economist. He has also appeared on programs like Through the Wormhole with Morgan Freeman and NPR.


Don't miss this opportunity to uncover the remarkable powers of imitation with the esteemed Lawrence Rosenblum!


Get a drink, connect, and learn at Lectures on Tap! 🙌


Agenda

7:30 PM – Doors open: find a seat (open seating!), order food & drinks, and expect a bar line—arriving early is key.

7:55 PM – Host introduction

8:00 PM – Lecture begins

8:45 PM – Audience Q&A

9:00 PM – Have 1:1 time with the speaker, mingle with fellow guests, and order another round

9:30 PM – Wrap up.

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Event Venue & Nearby Stays

Hollywood, Hollywood, Los Angeles, United States

Tickets

USD 39.19

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