KCBX Public Radio and Cal Poly Arts Present: Hidden Brain with Shankar Vedantam

NPR’s popular show Hidden Brain is coming to San Luis Obispo for a live conversation with the show’s host, veteran science journalist Shankar Vedantam, as part of Hidden Brain’s national “Perceptions” tour.
San Luis Obispo is the show’s only West Coast date in 2026 and the tour’s only stop to date within a 200-mile radius of SLO. Don't miss your chance to see this engaging live experience with fresh perspectives on how the mind works and how to live a more intentional, connected life. You can expect an evening of thought-provoking stories, fascinating research, and enlightening conversation.
Hidden Brain is an award-winning show that tackles some of life’s most compelling questions, like "Why do we feel stuck?" "How can we become more creative?" "What strengthens our relationships?" and "What hidden forces influence the choices we make every day?"
KCBX Public Radio broadcasts Hidden Brain on-air and via online stream every Friday from 2:00 to 3:00 p.m., and it is also available on-demand at KCBX.org/

ABOUT THE EVENT:
To celebrate Hidden Brain’s 10-year anniversary, Shankar Vedantam is bringing the show to the live stage as he shares seven powerful insights learned over the past decade helping millions of listeners better understand themselves and the world around them. He explores the unconscious patterns that shape human behavior through a unique blend of science, storytelling, and psychology.

TICKETS:
The initial release of tickets is on sale through Cal Poly Arts’ Season Subscription ticket package for subscribers who purchase tickets to four or more shows. Single tickets go on sale to the public at 10:00 a.m. on Monday, July 6, 2026, and will be available until the performance date or until the event is sold out at PACSLO.org/