All In The Mind

Synesthesia—seeing sounds, hearing colours: One of Lynne Malcolm's favourite programs

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December 12, 2020 7:30pm

50m

For some people the number six is red and music evokes a range of colours and shapes. Seeing sounds and hearing colours is one type of synesthesia—where the senses are crossed.  Meet an 11-year-old girl who was surprised to find out that not everyone sees colourful auras around people, and who feels that numbers have colours and personalities.