In this Monday Science LIVE episode, Dr. Bahijja Raimi-Abraham breaks down Black Mirror Season 7, Episode 2 – Bête Noire, exploring how technology, memory, and perception collide. From the unsettling power of quantum computing to the mystery of the Mandela Effect, Dr Bahijja unpacks the science and ethics behind one of the season’s most psychologically intense episodes.
This conversation goes beyond fiction, inviting listeners to reflect on real-world themes of truth, identity, and trauma. Through a mix of science, lived experience, and pop culture, the episode examines how memory can be shaped—and sometimes distorted—by both our past and the technologies around us.
🔍 Topics covered include:
The Mandela Effect and collective false memories
Quantum computing and its influence on perception
Revenge, trauma, and accountability
Microaggressions and workplace dynamics
News narratives and memory manipulation
What defines reality—and who controls it?
💡 Takeaways:
The fragile nature of truth is shaped by culture and technology
Memory isn’t fixed—and can be manipulated
Childhood experiences can leave lasting psychological effects
Power, identity, and perception are deeply intertwined
📚 Whether you're into neuroscience, ethics, tech, or just love Black Mirror, this episode will challenge your perspective and expand your thinking.
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