Sam, Brody and Rubey are joined by Visual scientist Dr Andrew Anderson in the Cereal Box to explain the fascinating science behind optical illusions. We discuss why our brains can be fooled by certain patterns, how perception plays a role in everyday life, and even try a simple illusion you can experiment with at home. 

 

Presenters: Sam Kelly, Brody Roper and Rubey Philp

Executive Producer: Harper Pestinger

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Sam, Brody and Rubey are joined by Visual scientist Dr Andrew Anderson in the Cereal Box to explain the fascinating science behind optical illusions. We discuss why our brains can be fooled by certain patterns, how perception plays a role in everyday life, and even try a simple illusion you can experiment with at home.&nbsp;
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Presenters: Sam Kelly, Brody Roper and Rubey Philp
Executive Producer: Harper Pestinger
We're live weekdays on SYN from 7:30am 📻
Stay in the loop @GetCerealSYN
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Shake your boxes, pour your macadamia milk and get excited because SYN's breakfast flagship is on the airwaves all through 2026.

Meet Ella, Sam, Connor, Jessica, Maddy, Matilda, Ruta and esteemed brekky guests around the table for the most important show of the day.

Out of the box Monday to Friday from 7:30am and weekends from 8:00 am on SYN 90.7FM.

Get Cereal is a SYN Media Podcast.

Shake your boxes, pour your macadamia milk and get excited because SYN's breakfast flagship is on the airwaves all through 2026.
Meet Ella, Sam, Connor, Jessica, Maddy, Matilda, Ruta and esteemed brekky guests around the table for the most important show of the day.
Out of the box Monday to Friday from 7:30am and weekends from 8:00 am on SYN 90.7FM.
Get Cereal is a SYN Media Podcast.

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INTERVIEW | How optical illusions trick our eyes

Creating a bold project with the aim of bringing people together is Abudullah, who joins us in the Cereal Box to explain how his vision of 'Hot Takes, Cold Takes' came to life. He shares with us what the main motivation is behind his show, how he aims to have a better understanding of humans and the opinions we hold, as well as how those who are interested can get involved! 

Presenters: Ella Le Fournour, Ruta Alai, Connor Deneys

Executive Producers: Ella Le Fournour, Sam Kelly

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Creating a bold project with the aim of bringing people together is Abudullah, who joins us in the Cereal Box to explain how his vision of 'Hot Takes, Cold Takes' came to life. He shares with us what the main motivation is behind his show, how he aims to have a better understanding of humans and the opinions we hold, as well as how those who are interested can get involved!&nbsp;
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Presenters: Ella Le Fournour, Ruta Alai, Connor Deneys
Executive Producers: Ella Le Fournour, Sam Kelly
We're live weekdays on SYN from 7:30am 📻
Stay in the loop @GetCerealSYN
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INTERVIEW | 'Hot Takes, Cold Takes'

We're going to the moon! Dr Tanya Hill from the Melbourne Planiterium join us once again in the Cereal Box as we anticipate the launch of NASA's Artemis II Launch. Dr Hill explains why this mission is so important for humankind, what will happen when the Astronauts are up in space and how it has come together!


Presenters: Ella Le Fournour, Ruta Alai, Connor Deneys

Executive Producers: Ella Le Fournour, Sam Kelly

We're live weekdays on SYN from 7:30am 📻

Stay in the loop @GetCerealSYN

Email us via getcereal@syn.org.au

We're going to the moon! Dr Tanya Hill from the Melbourne Planiterium join us once again in the Cereal Box as we anticipate the launch of NASA's Artemis II Launch. Dr Hill explains why this mission is so important for humankind, what will happen when the Astronauts are up in space and how it has come together!
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 Presenters: Ella Le Fournour, Ruta Alai, Connor Deneys
Executive Producers: Ella Le Fournour, Sam Kelly
We're live weekdays on SYN from 7:30am 📻
Stay in the loop @GetCerealSYN
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INTERVIEW | Lift off for NASA's Artemis II Launch with Dr Tanya Hill

Ben McArthy joins the Cereal Box ahead of the opening night of Fed Square's outdoor cinema for the Easter weekend. Ben discusses how each film was chosen for the weekend, the exciting program on offer, and how the program will overcome Melbourne's unpredictable weather.

Presenters: Ella Le Fournour, Ruta Alai, Connor Deneys

Executive Producers: Ella Le Fournour, Sam Kelly

We're live weekdays on SYN from 7:30am 📻

Stay in the loop @GetCerealSYN

Email us via getcereal@syn.org.au

Ben McArthy joins the Cereal Box ahead of the opening night of Fed Square's outdoor cinema for the Easter weekend. Ben discusses how each film was chosen for the weekend, the exciting program on offer, and how the program will overcome Melbourne's unpredictable weather.
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Presenters: Ella Le Fournour, Ruta Alai, Connor Deneys
Executive Producers: Ella Le Fournour, Sam Kelly
We're live weekdays on SYN from 7:30am 📻
Stay in the loop @GetCerealSYN
Email us via getcereal@syn.org.au

INTERVIEW | How optical illusions trick our eyes

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