Town Hall Seattle: Science Series
Town Hall’s Science series is dedicated to understanding the world around us. Whether we’re hearing from a legendary physicist or a UW graduate student, the Science series explores math, biology, chemistry, the environment, and so much more.
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Jan 27, 2026
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Your brain has a favorite beverage, a
surprising way to add new neurons, and strong opinions about
multitasking—and it’s not what you think. In this engaging
conversation, cognitive scientist Therese Huston and podcast host
Katy Sewall unpack the small changes, many of which take 5 minutes
or less, that can keep your brain sharp and your body calm. Based
on Huston’s new book Sharp, they’ll explore topics
like how to turn a scattered mind into focused energy and why
switching doctors, while annoying, might be your secret weapon for
your health. This is a night filled with science-backed advice for
anyone who wants to think clearly and age wisely.
Therese Huston is a cognitive scientist at Seattle University, where she turns good research into great practice. She’s the author of four books and her latest is Sharp: 14 Simple Ways to Improve Your Life with Brain Science, published with Mayo Clinic Press. She’s written for the New York Times, Los Angeles Times, The Guardian, and Harvard Business Review and although she has taken the stage internationally as a speaker, her favorite audiences are right here in Seattle.
Katy Sewall is the host and creator of The Bittersweet Life podcast. She’s a writer, podcast consultant, and a Public Radio professional frequently heard on 94.9 KUOW. She’s also the former Program Director at Town Hall.
