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Mind Field
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Created byMichael Stevens
Presented byMichael Stevens
Theme music composerJake Chudnow
Opening theme"Atlas"[1]
Composers
  • Jake Chudnow
  • Russell Spurlock
Country of originUnited States
Original languageEnglish
No. of seasons3
No. of episodes26
Production
Executive producers
Producers
  • Phillip Barbb
  • Travis Dowell
  • Jen Friesen
  • Andy Wood
CinematographyMatthew Novello
Editors
  • Gerry Becerril
  • John French
  • Anita Hadulla
  • Petey Hentrich
  • Tom Munden
  • Jesse Soff
Camera setupAndrew Burks
Running time21–34 minutes
Production companies
Original release
NetworkYouTube Premium
ReleaseJanuary 18, 2017 (2017-01-18) –
October 24, 2019 (2019-10-24)

Mind Field is an American streaming television series produced exclusively for YouTube Premium, created and presented by Michael Stevens, the creator of the YouTube channel Vsauce. The format of the series is based heavily on that of Vsauce, with Stevens presenting documentary-style episodes which focus on aspects of human behavior, particularly the brain and the influences of consciousness.[2][3] Every episode contains one or more experiments, in which either volunteers or Stevens himself participates, that relates to the topic of the episode.[4][5] For example, in episode one, Stevens locks himself in an empty room for three days in order to investigate the effects of social isolation on the brain.[6]

Three seasons of Mind Field have been released on Vsauce, each one with eight episodes. The first season ran in early 2017, the second season from late 2017 to early 2018, and the third from late 2018 to early 2019.[7][8] On October 1, 2019, all episodes became watchable with ads for free for those without YouTube Premium. On October 24, 2019, a special episode entitled "What Is the Scariest Thing?" was released.[9]

Episodes

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Season 1 (2017)

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No.TitleOriginal release date
1"Isolation"January 18, 2017 (2017-01-18)
Stevens explores the effects of isolation and boredom on the brain including staying three days in a room with no external stimuli.
2"Conformity"January 18, 2017 (2017-01-18)
Stevens explores the human instinct to conform and fall in with the crowd including conducting an experiment on individuals when actors give the wrong answer to questions.
3"Destruction"January 25, 2017 (2017-01-25)
Can destroying things really make someone calm down? Stevens investigates including making people agitated and then giving them objects to destroy, and comparing them with a control.
4"Artificial Intelligence"February 1, 2017 (2017-02-01)
Stevens attempts to find out where the line between real and artificial minds really lies.
5"Freedom of Choice"February 8, 2017 (2017-02-08)
Stevens is joined by Moran Cerf, Dianna Cowern and Derek Muller to investigate whether we really have control over our own thoughts and actions, or is someone or something else calling the shots?
6"Touch"February 15, 2017 (2017-02-15)
Stevens investigates whether it is really our bodies or our minds that determine the way we interpret and feel sensations.
7"In Your Face"February 22, 2017 (2017-02-22)
Stevens explores the effects of facial expressions on interactions with others and with yourself, and whether moods determine facial expressions or the other way around.
8"Do You Know Yourself?"March 1, 2017 (2017-03-01)
Stevens investigates how well memories can be easily manipulated, and how this impacts people's lives.

Season 2 (2017–18)

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No.TitleOriginal release date
1"The Greater Good"December 6, 2017 (2017-12-06)
Stevens conducts a trolley problem experiment.
2"The Psychedelic Experience"December 6, 2017 (2017-12-06)
Stevens travels to the Amazonian jungle of Peru to experience the mind-expanding effects of the psychedelic brew Ayahuasca.
3"Interrogation"December 6, 2017 (2017-12-06)
Stevens consults experts on the topic of interrogation and manipulation. Stevens tries his best not to spill out two important details (his sister's name and about his job) while the officer interrogates him by giving him slight doses of drugs. The amount of drugs is increased until Michael finally tells the truth.
4"Your Brain on Tech"December 6, 2017 (2017-12-06)
Stevens takes part in a study at the University of California, Irvine, where scientists test how playing 3D video games affects spatial memory.
5"How to Make a Hero"December 13, 2017 (2017-12-13)
Stevens studies how people respond to unethical orders or jobs, and later tests Heroic Imagination Project students on heroism and the bystander effect.
6"The Power of Suggestion"December 17, 2017 (2017-12-17)
Stevens participates in McGill University's groundbreaking study of an accessory-assisted placebo.
7"Divergent Minds"December 27, 2017 (2017-12-27)
Stevens speaks with Derek Paravicini, a savant pianist, and explores how damage to the brain can lead to discoveries about its function.
8"The Electric Brain"January 3, 2018 (2018-01-03)
Stevens studies the effect of electricity on the brain, and how it can help paralyzed patients recover mobility and communication.

Season 3 (2018–19)

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No.TitleOriginal release date
1"The Cognitive Tradeoff Hypothesis"December 5, 2018 (2018-12-05)
Stevens examines how chimpanzees' short-term memory is far more detailed than that of humans.
2"Moral Licensing"December 5, 2018 (2018-12-05)
Stevens examines self-licensing.
3"The Stilwell Brain"December 12, 2018 (2018-12-12)
Stevens visits his hometown (Stilwell, Kansas) and demonstrates how a brain processes visual information with the residents sending information to each other.
4"The Stanford Prison Experiment"December 19, 2018 (2018-12-19)
Stevens talks about and studies the infamous experiment conducted by Philip Zimbardo and conducts his own experiment with similar variables but a less intimidating context.
5"Should I Die?"December 26, 2018 (2018-12-26)
Stevens talks with Caitlin Doughty about death and visits a facility that preserves bodies.
6"How to Talk to Aliens"January 2, 2019 (2019-01-02)
Stevens examined the ways to communicate with the extraterrestrial beings.
7"Behavior and Belief"January 9, 2019 (2019-01-09)
Stevens conducts a game show demonstrating Our Beliefs that connects a happening in the World and discusses about human Superstition.
8"Mind Reading"January 16, 2019 (2019-01-16)
Stevens participates in an experiment that involves figuring out what people are thinking, and also talks with researchers who are conducting experiments to read people's dreams.

Special episodes (2018-2019)

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No.TitleOriginal release date
1"The Origins of Disgust"December 5, 2018 (2018-12-05)
In a clip that ultimately did not make it to the season 3 episode "the Cognitive Tradeoff Hypothesis", Stevens explores whether disgust is an evolutionary product as he, alongside Dr. Andrew Macintosh and Cecile Sarabian, experiment with Japanese macaques to see if they are repulsed by feces.
2"I Watch 3 Episodes of Mind Field With Our Experts & Researchers"October 14, 2019 (2019-10-14)
Stevens watches S2-E6 ("The Power of Suggestion"), S3-E5 ("Should I Die?"), and S2-E4 ("Your Brain on Tech") with various experts on the subjects.
3"What Is the Scariest Thing?"October 24, 2019 (2019-10-24)
Stevens talks about fear and if there exists an innate fear of which all people are afraid.

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Mind Field is an American web television series created, produced, and hosted by Michael Stevens, known for his educational YouTube channel Vsauce, that delves into the complexities of human psychology and behavior through a combination of scientific experiments, expert interviews, and personal investigations. Premiering on January 18, 2017, as a YouTube Premium original, the show explores topics such as isolation, conformity, artificial intelligence, psychedelics, and free will, often featuring real-world replications of classic psychological studies. It ran for three seasons, each consisting of eight episodes, concluding in 2019, and has garnered critical acclaim for its engaging and thought-provoking approach to science communication. The series distinguishes itself by blending with rigorous , where Stevens participates in the experiments to provide firsthand insights, making abstract concepts accessible to a broad audience. Season 1, for instance, examined phenomena like the effects of and social pressure, drawing from historical studies such as the . Subsequent seasons expanded to cover emerging fields like and of , emphasizing ethical considerations in . With an IMDb rating of 8.7 out of 10 based on over 2,800 user votes, Mind Field has been praised for its innovative format and ability to spark curiosity about the human mind.

Overview

Premise

Mind Field is a documentary web series that investigates the complexities of , the , and through a combination of real-world experiments, expert interviews, and host-led demonstrations. Hosted by Michael Stevens, the series delves into psychological and neurological phenomena, revealing how the mind processes perceptions, makes decisions, and responds to social pressures. Each episode presents these topics in an accessible manner, often using volunteer participants in controlled setups to illustrate concepts such as optical illusions and moral dilemmas. Episodes typically run 20 to 35 minutes and follow a structured format that blends narrative storytelling with scientific explanations and ethical discussions. This approach covers topics ranging from and to , incorporating rare footage from historical experiments alongside original demonstrations to highlight both the wonders and potential pitfalls of the human psyche. The series emphasizes conceptual understanding, showing how everyday experiences can be influenced by subtle psychological forces. Over its run, Mind Field progresses thematically from basic perceptual tricks and sensory deprivations in the first season to more intricate explorations of societal and ethical issues in subsequent seasons, such as the impacts of on and the nature of heroism. This arc builds a comprehensive view of the mind field, encouraging viewers to question their own behaviors and beliefs through evidence-based inquiry.

Host and crew

Michael Stevens serves as the creator, writer, host, executive producer, and director of Mind Field, drawing on his background in psychology to explore human behavior through engaging experiments and explanations. Born in 1986, Stevens earned a bachelor's degree in psychology and English from the University of Chicago, which informed his expertise in science communication prior to the series. His prior work as the founder and host of the YouTube channel Vsauce, launched in 2010, established a distinctive style of blending philosophy, mathematics, and science in accessible videos that captivated millions, influencing the series' curious and exploratory tone. In Mind Field, Stevens personally scripts episodes and participates in on-camera experiments, ensuring a hands-on approach to demystifying psychological concepts. The production team includes key producers Phillip Barbb, Travis Dowell, Jen Friesen, and Andy Wood, who managed logistical and creative aspects of the series across its . Matthew Novello handled the visual storytelling, capturing the dynamic experiments and interviews with a focus on clarity and immersion. Composers Jake Chudnow and Russell Spurlock provided the original score, including the opening theme "Atlas" by Chudnow, which enhanced the series' atmospheric and intriguing mood. Notable guest experts enriched the episodes with specialized insights; for instance, psychologist appeared to discuss the , offering historical context and analysis of its implications for situational influences on behavior. Zimbardo's contributions, drawn from his role as the experiment's creator, provided authoritative psychological perspectives that complemented Stevens' explorations.

Production

Development

Michael Stevens conceived the idea for Mind Field as an extension of his Vsauce YouTube channel, focusing on exploring the human psyche through scientific experiments and demonstrations. After initial rejections from traditional television networks, Stevens successfully pitched the concept to YouTube in 2016, aligning with the platform's push for original premium content. Developed as a YouTube Original under YouTube Red (later rebranded as ), the series received internal production support from the platform, emphasizing resources for conducting experiments and location-based filming rather than involvement from external studios. Planning for the first season spanned several months prior to filming in September 2016, involving extensive research, expert consultations, and iterative idea refinement to select topics driven by Stevens' personal and their potential to engage audiences on psychological phenomena. Episode topics were chosen for their scientific depth and ability to provoke thought, prioritizing subjects like , , and that resonated with viewers while ensuring accessibility. Ethical considerations were central to the planning, with the production team implementing rigorous participant debriefings and safety protocols for all experiments to mitigate potential psychological impacts. YouTube initially ordered an eight-episode first season, which premiered in January 2017. The series' strong reception led to its renewal for a second season in June 2017, alongside other YouTube Red originals, allowing for expanded scope. Subsequent seasons featured increasingly ambitious setups, building on lessons from initial production to incorporate larger-scale demonstrations and deeper explorations.

Filming techniques

The Mind Field series employs a documentary-style format that blends first-person narration by host Michael Stevens with real-world experiments to explore psychological phenomena, drawing on both historical research and original demonstrations to educate viewers on . This approach features Stevens directly participating in the experiments alongside volunteers, providing an intimate perspective that underscores the personal stakes of the topics, such as isolation or . Filming techniques emphasize controlled, ethical setups for experiments, often using to capture authentic reactions from participants without influencing their behavior. For instance, in the episode examining the , the production team utilized an abandoned railroad line, hired a , and positioned to record subjects' responses to simulated life-or-death scenarios, ensuring all elements like actor placements and train footage were pre-recorded for safety. Practical effects, including actors dressed as workers on the tracks and monitors displaying deceptive live-action footage, create immersive illusions while adhering to strict safety protocols, such as psychological pre-screening of volunteers, on-site trauma counselors, and thorough debriefings to mitigate any emotional distress. These methods mirror IRB-like approvals common in , prioritizing participant well-being in controlled environments like labs or urban settings. Visual production incorporates high-quality with dynamic to heighten engagement, including on-location shots in facilities and everyday spaces to ground abstract concepts in relatable contexts. Animations and illustrate complex processes, such as neural pathways during or sensory deprivation effects, enhancing conceptual clarity without overwhelming the narrative. Studio recreations of classic experiments, like conformity tests with electric shocks, combine archival footage with modern reenactments to provide historical context alongside contemporary insights. In , the series undergoes meticulous editing by a collaborative team to maintain tight pacing across episodes typically running 21 to 34 minutes, allowing for concise yet thorough explorations of each topic. integrate seamlessly with live footage—for example, pre-shot train sequences in the trolley dilemma to simulate urgency—while a tension-building musical score underscores ethical s and participant reactions, amplifying the educational impact without . This process, which extended over several months per season following a one-month period, ensures a polished, professional finish that aligns with Stevens' commitment to authentic .

Release and availability

Premiere and seasons

Mind Field premiered exclusively on (formerly YouTube Red) on January 18, 2017, as an original series produced by . The series was promoted through official trailers released on the YouTube channel, highlighting its exploration of psychological phenomena and tying into the benefits of a Premium subscription for ad-free viewing and offline access. The first season consisted of eight episodes released weekly, beginning with the first two episodes—"Isolation" and "Conformity"—on the premiere date, followed by one episode each subsequent week until "Do You Know Yourself?" on March 1, 2017. Each season featured eight episodes that interconnected to delve deeper into psychological and neuroscientific concepts, with subsequent seasons building on the foundational themes introduced in prior ones, such as expanding from individual to social influences and ethical dilemmas. Season 2 premiered on December 6, 2017, with the initial three episodes—"The Greater Good," "," and ""—released simultaneously, then continuing weekly through "The Memory Hack" on January 24, 2018. Season 3 followed on December 5, 2018, starting with "The Cognitive Tradeoff Hypothesis" and "Moral Licensing" on launch day, and concluding with "Mind Reading" on January 16, 2019. In addition to the main seasons, three special episodes were released between 2018 and 2019: "The Origins of Disgust" on December 5, 2018, "I Watch 3 Episodes of Mind Field With Our & Researchers" on October 14, 2019, and "What Is the Scariest Thing?" on October 24, 2019, offering extended explorations of , reactions, and .

Removal from platform

The series concluded with the special episode "What Is The Scariest Thing?", which premiered on October 24, 2019, marking the end of its run without renewal for additional seasons. Following the finale, on October 1, 2019, the episodes became freely available with advertisements on for all users, ending their exclusivity to . They remain accessible in this manner as of November 2025, with no migration to other platforms. This shift aligned with 's broader cancellation of its Originals program in 2021–2022, driven by cost-cutting measures and a pivot to an ad-supported model emphasizing over in-house productions. In the aftermath, select clips from the series have been shared on the Vsauce channel, such as a 2019 discussion video featuring experts reacting to episodes.

Episodes

Season 1 (2017)

Season 1 of Mind Field premiered on January 18, , on , consisting of eight episodes released weekly that delve into introductory psychological phenomena such as isolation, social conformity, and self-perception, setting the series' investigative tone through host Michael Stevens' personal experiments and volunteer tests. The season emphasizes how environmental and social factors shape , using real-time demonstrations to illustrate core concepts in and emotion without delving into advanced . The episodes are as follows:
  • Isolation (January 18, 2017): Stevens locks himself in a windowless, soundproof chamber for three days to test the impact of , finding that the craves external stimuli and that prolonged isolation induces intense , sometimes preferred less than mild based on referenced studies.
  • Conformity (January 25, 2017): Through experiments where participants select the shortest line among actors giving incorrect answers, Stevens demonstrates the powerful tendency to conform to group opinions, even when they contradict personal .
  • Destruction (February 1, 2017): Stevens investigates theory by having volunteers destroy objects after induction, revealing that such acts may increase rather than alleviate , challenging common assumptions about emotional release.
  • Artificial Intelligence (February 8, 2017): Exploring the boundary between and machine , Stevens interacts with AI chatbots and discusses ethical implications, highlighting how advanced systems can mimic -like responses but lack true .
  • Freedom of Choice (February 15, 2017): Featuring guests like Physics Girl and Veritasium, Stevens tests decision via scans and examines overload, concluding that fewer options often lead to greater satisfaction despite the value placed on .
  • Touch (February 22, 2017): Stevens uses a effect experiment disguised as a procedure on volunteers to show how expectations influence physical sensations, underscoring the mind's role in perceiving touch beyond mere sensory input.
  • In Your Face (March 1, 2017): By injecting Botox to freeze muscles and observing in volunteers during contests, Stevens reveals the bidirectional link between facial expressions and , where restricted expressions impair emotional recognition.
  • Do You Know Yourself? (March 8, 2017): Stevens manipulates participants' memories through suggestion to explore , finding that self- is malleable and prone to false recollections, questioning the reliability of personal narratives.

Season 2 (2017–18)

The second season of Mind Field, premiered on December 6, 2017, via , and concluded on January 3, 2018, comprises eight episodes that expand on psychological and neuroscientific inquiries by incorporating more interactive experiments with participants, focusing on interpersonal dynamics, therapeutic interventions, and the malleability of and behavior. Building upon Season 1's foundational explorations of illusions and , this season emphasizes advanced behavioral demonstrations, such as moral decision-making under pressure and the influence of on , often involving direct participant engagement to reveal the complexities of human . The episodes highlight how external factors like drugs, , and can profoundly shape individual and group responses, underscoring therapeutic potential in psychedelics and placebos while critiquing ethical boundaries in and heroism.
  1. The Greater Good (December 6, 2017): Host Michael Stevens stages a real-life recreation of the , challenging participants to choose between sacrificing one person or allowing five to die in a simulated high-stakes scenario, revealing insights into utilitarian morality and emotional responses to ethical dilemmas.
  2. The Psychedelic Experience (December 6, 2017): Stevens journeys to the Peruvian Amazon to partake in an ceremony under shamanic guidance, with brain imaging by researcher Dr. Robin Carhart-Harris to demonstrate how psychedelics may foster self-healing and altered states of consciousness.
  3. Interrogation (December 6, 2017): The episode probes the efficacy and of interrogation methods, including truth serums, as Stevens undergoes injection with a and endures techniques like good cop-bad cop to illustrate how they can elicit false confessions.
  4. Your Brain on Tech (December 6, 2017): Stevens conducts a self-experiment by immersing in 3D video gaming for 10 days, followed by tests in a large physical , to quantify technology's effects on and cognitive processing.
  5. How to Make a Hero (December 13, 2017): Drawing on Philip Zimbardo's hero training program, the episode tests participants' willingness to intervene as whistleblowers in a staged unethical experiment, highlighting the and pathways to altruistic behavior.
  6. The Power of Suggestion (December 20, 2017): Collaborating with researchers at a university, Stevens applies hypnotic suggestion and placebos to treat children with conditions like allergies and , showcasing the mind's capacity to influence physical healing through belief.
  7. Divergent Minds (December 27, 2017): Stevens meets savants with exceptional abilities in music and geometric visualization, exploring and how atypical brain wiring can lead to extraordinary cognitive feats amid challenges like autism.
  8. The Electric Brain (January 3, 2018): The finale examines electrical stimulation of the , from controlling movement to enabling paralyzed individuals to operate limbs via implants, demonstrating potential for mind-reading interfaces and therapeutic .

Season 3 (2018–19)

The third and final season of Mind Field premiered on December 5, 2018, and concluded on January 16, 2019, comprising eight episodes that delved into advanced topics in , , , and , often through experimental demonstrations and expert interviews to highlight cutting-edge research and its societal ramifications. This season built on the series' exploration of the mind by addressing complex phenomena like evolutionary tradeoffs in , the malleability of beliefs, and the boundaries of , emphasizing ethical considerations in psychological experimentation akin to those discussed in prior production techniques. The episodes are summarized in the following table, with each featuring host Michael Stevens conducting or observing experiments to illustrate key psychological concepts:
No.TitleAir dateOverview
1The Cognitive Tradeoff HypothesisDecember 5, 2018Stevens examines the evolutionary divergence between human and cognition, collaborating with researchers at University's Primate Research Institute to demonstrate how enhanced in humans may come at the cost of other cognitive abilities, such as , through comparative tasks involving and human participants.
2Moral LicensingDecember 5, 2018The episode investigates moral licensing, where acts of perceived goodness enable subsequent unethical behavior, via an experiment testing whether charity donations increase participants' willingness to frame an innocent child for a crime in a simulated scenario.
3The Stilwell BrainDecember 12, 2018Focusing on the human 's 86 billion neurons, Stevens models neural networks by transforming the town of Stilwell, —chosen for its population approximating the number of neurons—into a giant interactive simulation to visualize and motor functions.
4The December 19, 2018Stevens reexamines the infamous 1971 , questioning traditional interpretations of participant cruelty by recreating elements with modern ethical safeguards and consulting original researchers to explore situational versus dispositional factors in abusive behavior.
5Should I Die?December 26, 2018Partnering with death positivity advocate , Stevens visits a facility to assess radical life-extension technologies, weighing personal and philosophical implications through discussions on mortality and an offer to cryopreserve his own body.
6How to Talk to AliensJanuary 2, 2019The episode explores protocols for extraterrestrial communication, drawing on SETI research to compose and transmit a personalized message into space via , while debating the risks and psychological preparations for potential first contact.
7Behaviour and BeliefJanuary 9, 2019Stevens tests the formation of superstitious beliefs using a setup as a human , and applies effects in a "reverse " to shift irrational convictions toward scientific understanding.
8Mind ReadingJanuary 16, 2019Culminating the season, the episode investigates -computer interfaces for decoding thoughts, featuring studies to predict mental states and Japanese experiments attempting to reconstruct dream visuals from activity patterns.
Throughout the season, these investigations underscored the interplay between and everyday , prompting viewers to reflect on how empirical insights into extreme mental processes could inform broader societal challenges, such as ethical AI development and manipulation in media.

Special episodes (2018–2019)

In addition to the three main seasons, Mind Field produced two standalone special episodes in 2019, each adopting unique formats that emphasized outside the serialized narrative structure of the regular seasons. The first special, "I Watch 3 Episodes of Mind Field With Our Experts & Researchers," premiered on October 14, 2019, as a reflective format where Stevens and the production team screened and dissected three prior episodes, focusing on through expert commentary on cognitive biases and research methodologies. It included audience-engagement prompts for viewers to assess their own perceptions of the topics discussed, diverging from standard episodes with its conversational, Q&A-driven structure and emphasis on introspective team dynamics. The second special, "What Is The Scariest Thing?," released on October 24, 2019, investigated the and of through immersive horror-themed experiments, including simulations of personal phobias and analyses of what universally triggers terror. This episode featured interactive viewer polls on fear responses and examined factors like thresholds in building suspense, tying into Halloween with a runtime extended to heighten experiential immersion. These specials typically ran longer than the 20-30 minute main episodes—often exceeding 30 minutes—and incorporated novel elements like holiday alignments and direct participation to foster viewer involvement, without contributing to ongoing season storylines.

Reception

Critical reception

Mind Field has been well-received by audiences, earning an average rating of 8.7 out of 10 on based on 2,847 user reviews. Critics have praised the series for its engaging exploration of psychological concepts and Michael Stevens' charismatic hosting style. Common Sense Media, in a review by Joyce Slaton, commended Stevens' quirky and lively delivery for enlivening discussions on , noting its educational value for younger viewers interested in science and , while drawing comparisons to shows like for its "did you know?" format but with more mature topics. The series' production quality and documentary approach have been highlighted as an evolution from Stevens' videos, offering higher polish while maintaining his signature blend of curiosity and humor. However, some critiques point to limitations in depth due to the episodic format. The same review observed that the concepts, such as and , may feel basic or superficial to adults with prior knowledge, potentially lacking nuance for more advanced audiences. Additionally, it noted occasional overdramatic music and voiceovers that amp up tension unnecessarily. In terms of awards, Mind Field did not secure major wins but received nominations recognizing its educational contributions. It was nominated for Best in Science or Education at the 7th Annual in 2017 and the 9th Annual in 2019 for Season 3. The series also earned a 2018 Golden Trailer Award nomination for Best Documentary/Reality Poster for a TV Show or Series.

Audience response

Mind Field garnered significant viewership on , with individual episodes accumulating millions of views following their initial release and subsequent availability with ads. For instance, the premiere episode "Isolation" has exceeded 33 million views, while the Season 1 as a whole has surpassed 8.9 million plays. Audience feedback was predominantly positive, with viewers commending the series' mind-bending psychological experiments and host Michael Stevens' charismatic delivery style. The show received an 8.7 out of 10 rating on from over 2,800 user reviews, where many highlighted its blend of educational depth and entertaining presentation as a standout feature of content. Users frequently noted the series' ability to make complex topics in accessible and thought-provoking, often recommending it for its innovative approach to . Criticisms centered on the , which restricted access and alienated fans accustomed to 's free uploads, leading to perceptions that the series diluted the channel's core appeal. Some expressed disappointment over the shift in production focus, arguing it slowed the release of traditional Vsauce videos. The series had a notable cultural impact by sparking broader interest in psychological concepts, such as isolation effects and , among general audiences and encouraging deeper explorations of human . It influenced Stevens' ongoing work in educational , reinforcing his reputation for high-impact . Fan interest has continued, with ongoing appreciation for its contributions to discourse.

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