CBC Radio - Ideas: The Heart of the Beat

CBC Radio - Ideas, April 22 2013: The Heart of the Beat


In the natural world there is eminent proof of a series of patterns - rhythms - synchrony.

What is it about rhythm, pattern, and synchronization that fascinate us? How do pacemaker cells in a heart synchronize? How can thousands of people unconsciously walk in step? There are so many recurring patterns in nature like ripples in sand and the stripes of a zebra. In speaking with musicians, mathematicians, and psychologists, filmmaker Tess Girard explores the idea of rhythm and what it means to us.

For more information on this episode, including information on the guests and various other resources and links, visit the episode webpage:
http://www.cbc.ca/ideas/episodes/2013/07/01/the-heart-of-the-beat-2/

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