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Beyond Words with Garrett Oyama

The Neuroscience of Language: Brain Networks and Individual Differences with Dr. Ev Fedorenko

09 Sep 2025

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Beyond Words Ep. 7 | The Neuroscience of Language: Brain Networks and Individual Difference with Dr. Ev FedorenkoJoin the Beyond Words NewsletterGet ASHA CEUs: SpeechTherapyPD Watch on YouTubeDr. Ev Fedorenko (MIT) joins host Garrett Oyama to explore how the brain processes language — and why the language network is far more distinct and specialized than previously thought. From the surprising isolation of this network to what this means for aphasia, speech therapy, and AI, this episode dives into some of the most exciting neuroscience of language today.We discuss:Why traditional brain maps may be misleadingHow individual brain variability affects language recoveryWhy the language system doesn’t overlap with math, music, or logicWhat this means for clinicians and educators🔗 Relevant Links🧠 Ev Fedorenko’s lab: https://evlab.mit.edu

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