This is Your Brain on Sports

Unpack Sports with Psychological Insights

Written byL. Jon Wertheim

Narrated bySam Sommers, Keith Szarabajka

Length8h48m

Release dateFebruary 2, 2016

GenreHealth & Wellness, Psychology & Mental Health, Psychology

Languageenglish

★★★★★ 4.1 (3 ratings)

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Quick Facts

Author	L. Jon Wertheim
Narrator	Sam Sommers, Keith Szarabajka
Runtime	8h48m
Published	February 2, 2016
Rating	★★★★★ 4.1 / 5 (3 ratings)
Categories	Health & Wellness, Psychology & Mental Health, Psychology, Sports & Outdoors, Sports History, Sociology of Sports, Sports Psychology
Format	Audiobook (Digital)
Platform	Audible

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About This Audiobook

Delve into the thrilling intersection of sports and psychology in this audiobook, where L. Jon Wertheim’s sharp journalism meets Sam Sommers’ nuanced understanding of human behavior. Through engaging narratives and insightful analysis, Wertheim and Sommers explore how our brains process and react to athletic feats, offering a fresh perspective that will have you listening as if on the sidelines. The dual narration by Sam Sommers and Keith Szarabajka adds depth, ensuring each player’s insights are clear and compelling.

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Why Listen to This is Your Brain on Sports?

Expert narration by Sam Sommers, Keith Szarabajka brings every character and scene to life across 8h48m of immersive audio.
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Editor's Review ★★★★★

AudioBook Atlas

The narration by Sam Sommers and Keith Szarabajka is nothing short of stellar, bringing vibrant energy to the book's exploration of psychological phenomena in sports. Their voices complement each other seamlessly, with Sommers' academic tone grounding the discussion and Szarabajka's authoritative voice adding weight where needed. The pacing is brisk yet retains a conversational flow that keeps you hooked. However, some sections on complex brain functions could use more analogies to fully engage listeners who aren’t experts in neuroscience. Overall, 'This is Your Brain on Sports' delivers an enriching listening experience that will leave sports enthusiasts with newfound appreciation for the mental aspects of their favorite games.

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