World Memory Champion, Ben Pridmore | The Human Podcast #4

Ben Pridmore is a 3x World Memory Champion, and was the first person to ever memorise a deck of cards in under 30 seconds. He's also an accountant who loves to holiday in Las Vegas.The Human Podcast is a new show that explores the lives and stories of a wide range of individuals. New episodes are released every week - subscribe to stay notified.WATCH all episodes, filmed in person: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC29JGmLUfv5eUeKzv3cRXGwGUEST LINKS:Ben’s World Record: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FzcBhIp0cp4Ben in DJ Shadow Music Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NL9ypNz9-mMBen in ‘The Mentalists’ Documentary: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NNSMSVy6iiwBen’s Incredible Records: http://www.world-memory-statistics.com/competitor.php?id=29ORDER OF CONVERSATION:0:00 - Intro0:41 - World Memory Champion / World Records01:24 - Memory as a child02:23 - Early interests in memorisation05:46 - Why are you interested in memorisation?06:34 - Training to be World Champion07:57 - Different memorisation feats09:21 - Memorisation method: 'Ben System'14:08 - World Record for deck of cards16:16 - Terrible memory in normal life18:44 - Blackjack & Card Counting19:46 - Hobbies & friends/family21:01 - Experience competing30:56 - DJ Shadow music video33:53 - Why are you so talented? / High IQ (159) / Mensa36:40 - Accountancy / Outlook on life39:54 - Making fun of memorisation41:10 - Why should people learn memorisation?41:40 - Advice for beginners45:05 - Las Vegas: favourite holiday47:25 - Wrap upGUEST SUGGESTIONS / FEEDBACK:Know anyone who may like to speak about their life? Or have any feedback? Just message [email protected]