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EPISODE · Mar 2, 2026 · 13 MIN

Some People Can't Enjoy Music. Science Has An Explanation

from ACSH Science Dispatch · host ACSH

Why do some people get goosebumps from a song while others hear the exact same notes…and feel nothing? New research reveals “musical anhedonia” — a real brain disconnect where music hits your ears but never reaches the reward center. It’s not picky taste, but a fascinating finding from neurology. Let's take a closer look.

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