Anthony Metivier's Magnetic Memory Method Podcast

Frustrated when you read an article about ancient memory techniques that only covers the Greek mnemonic tradition? Me too. See, when I first encountered memory techniques through Harry Lorayne and others, they mentioned the Greek tradition in passing. Lorayne in particular mentioned “old techniques in dusty old books.” But he never went deep into what those techniques were until he wrote Ageless Memory. And in that book, his focus was on the Greek mnemonic tradition. Over the years, my research has continually shown that memory techniques are way older than Simonides of Ceos and his “Memory Palace.” As a result, my practice in using them has deepened considerably, as have the outcomes. Don’t get me wrong. The Greek version of the Memory Palace is a profound tool for learning faster and remembering more. It’s just that it’s not the only approach. And the ancient world has so much to offer our learning lives right now. Not to mention in the future. So if you’re ready to discover a much wider range of ancient mn