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The Best Episodes of The Mind, Explained Season 1

Every episode of The Mind, Explained Season 1 ranked from best to worst. Discover the Best Episodes of The Mind, Explained Season 1!

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Ever wonder what's happening inside your head? From dreaming to anxiety disorders, discover how your brain works with this illuminating series.

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  1. #1 Fan Favorite
    The Mind, Explained Season 1 Episode 1 - Memory
    7.7/10(548 votes)

    #1 - Memory

    S1:E1

    How does remembering work? Delve into the way the brain stores, processes and retrieves memories -- and why certain ones sometimes prove unreliable.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  2. The Mind, Explained Season 1 Episode 2 - Dreams
    7.6/10(455 votes)

    #2 - Dreams

    S1:E2

    Why do we dream? When the lights go out, interesting things happen in the brain and body. What’s the significance of dreams, and what can they teach us?

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  3. The Mind, Explained Season 1 Episode 3 - Anxiety
    7.7/10(435 votes)

    #3 - Anxiety

    S1:E3

    Feeling anxious? You're not alone. Stand-up comedian Maria Bamford shares her personal experience with OCD in this examination of anxiety disorders.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  4. The Mind, Explained Season 1 Episode 4 - Mindfulness
    7.7/10(418 votes)

    #4 - Mindfulness

    S1:E4

    Take a deep, cleansing breath and slowly exhale while being enlightened on the impact meditation can have on your mind and body.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  5. The Mind, Explained Season 1 Episode 5 - Psychedelics
    8.0/10(447 votes)

    #5 - Psychedelics

    S1:E5

    What happens to a brain on psychedelics? Turn on, tune in and drop out on this trip to explore the history and effects of mind-altering substances.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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Season 1 Ratings Summary

"Memory" is the best rated episode of "The Mind, Explained" season 1. It scored 7.7/10 based on 548 votes. Directed by Unknown and written by Unknown, it aired on 9/12/2019. This episode is rated 0.1 points higher than the second-best, "Dreams".