Podcast appearances and mentions of Lisa Genova

Lisa Genova, is the New York Times bestselling author of "More or Less Maddy", a novel that details a young woman's journey in navigating her diagnosis of bi-polar disorder. Lisa holds a degree in biopsychology and a PhD in neuroscience from Harvard University. In this episode I chat with Lisa about her extensive academic background and process for writing "More or Less Maddy" from the perspective of the main character, Maddy. We also discuss what it means for mental illness to be understood as a community and the importance of reducing fear and stigma.

Originally aired on March 18, 2025.

Jann Arden speaks with Lisa Genova, a renowned author and neuroscientist, about her unexpected pivot from studying the brain to writing impactful fiction that explores neurological conditions. They discuss Genova's personal experiences with Alzheimer's in her family, the importance of empathy in understanding mental illness, and her latest novel, 'More or Less Maddy,' which tackles bipolar disorder. The discussion also touches on the challenges of being a single parent and wisdom for aspiring writers. More About Lisa: Acclaimed as the Oliver Sacks of fiction and the Michael Crichton of brain science, Lisa Genova is the New York Times bestselling author of Still Alice, Left Neglected, Love Anthony, Inside the O'Briens, and Remember: The Science of Memory and the Art of Forgetting. Still Alice was adapted into an Oscar–winning film starring Julianne Moore, Alec Baldwin, and Kristen Stewart. Lisa graduated valedictorian from Bates College with a degree in biopsychology and holds a PhD in neuroscience from Harvard University. She is featured in the documentary films To Not Fade Away and Have You Heard About Greg. Her TED talks on Alzheimer's disease and memory have been viewed over eleven million times. https://www.lisagenova.com/ *Episode photo credit Greg Mentzer* Leave us a voicenote! https://jannardenpod.com/voicemail/ Get access to bonus content and more on Patreon: https://patreon.com/JannArdenPod Order ONLYJANNS Merch: https://cutloosemerch.ca/collections/jann-arden Connect with us: www.jannardenpod.com www.instagram.com/jannardenpod www.facebook.com/jannardenpod Chapters (00:00) Introduction to Lisa Genova (02:50) The Journey from Neuroscience to Fiction (05:59) Understanding Alzheimer's Through Personal Experience (09:01) The Power of Fiction in Creating Empathy (11:58) Breaking the Stigma of Memory Loss (14:49) Exploring Bipolar Disorder in 'More or Less Maddie' (17:54) Maddie's Journey: Identity and Mental Health (21:13) Writing with Accessibility and Emotion (22:45) The Influence of Acting on Writing (25:42) Growing Up and Parental Influence (28:57) Navigating Multiple Film Projects (30:30) Balancing Writing and Parenting (33:43) The Joys and Challenges of Book Tours (36:19) Finding Connection in Caregiving Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Acclaimed as the Oliver Sacks of fiction and the Michael Crichton of brain science, Lisa Genova is the New York Times bestselling author of More or Less Maddy, Still Alice, Left Neglected, Love Anthony, Inside the O'Briens, and Remember: The Science of Memory and the Art of Forgetting. Still Alice was adapted into an Oscar–winning film starring Julianne Moore, Alec Baldwin, and Kristen Stewart. Lisa graduated valedictorian from Bates College with a degree in biopsychology and holds a PhD in neuroscience from Harvard University. She is featured in the documentary films To Not Fade Away and Have You Heard About Greg. Her TED talks on Alzheimer's disease and memory have been viewed over eleven million times. Her latest novel is More or Less Maddy.

Lisa Genova joins us in the Acement this week to talk about her new book More Or Less Maddy. It's. a story of a young woman diagnosed with bipolar disorder who rejects the stability of "normal" life to pursue a career in stand up comedy. Lisa Genova's first book, Still Alice, was made into a movie with Julianne Moore. Lisa actually took a class and performed stand up to prepare for this book. Check out Lisa at https://www.lisagenova.com/Go to https://www.buymeacoffee.com/behindthefQ to buy us a coffee or a bourbon.  Get your BTF gear at https://www.teepublic.com/stores/scott-hig

The Seventh Floor by David McCloskey A Russian arrives in Singapore with a secret to sell. When the Russian is killed and Sam Joseph, the CIA officer dispatched for the meet, goes missing, Artemis Procter is made a scapegoat and run out of the service. Traded back in a spy swap, Sam appears at Procter's central Florida doorstep months later with an explosive secret: there is a Russian mole hidden deep within the upper reaches of CIA. As Procter and Sam investigate, they arrive at a shortlist of suspects made up of both Procter's closest friends and fiercest enemies. The hunt soon requires Procter to dredge up her own checkered past in service of CIA, placing her and Sam into the sights of a savvy Russian spymaster who will protect Moscow's mole in Langley at all costs, even if it means wreaking bloody havoc across the United States. More or Less Maddy by Lisa Genova Maddy Banks is just like any other stressed-out student at NYU. Between exams, navigating life in the city, and a recent breakup, it's normal to feel overwhelmed. It doesn't help that she's always been the odd one out in her picture-perfect Connecticut family. But Maddy's latest low is devastatingly low, and she goes on antidepressants. She begins to feel good, dazzling in fact, and she soon spirals into a wild and terrifying mania that culminates in a diagnosis of bipolar disorder. As she struggles to find her way in this new reality, navigating the complex effects bipolar has on her identity, her relationships, and her life dreams, Maddy will have to figure out how to manage being both too much and not enough. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week we are joined by Lisa Genova! Acclaimed as the Oliver Sacks of fiction and the Michael Crichton of brain science, Lisa Genova is the New York Times bestselling author of Still Alice, Left Neglected, Love Anthony, Inside the O'Briens, and Remember: The Science of Memory and the Art of Forgetting. Her new novel is More Or Less Maddy. Still Alice was adapted into an Oscar–winning film starring Julianne Moore, Alec Baldwin, and Kristen Stewart. Lisa graduated valedictorian from Bates College with a degree in biopsychology and holds a PhD in neuroscience from Harvard University. She is featured in the documentary films To Not Fade Away and Have You Heard About Greg. Her TED talks on Alzheimer's disease and memory have been viewed more than eleven million times.In this discussion, Lisa Genova shares her journey from neuroscience to becoming a successful novelist, discussing her experiences with mental health, the challenges of self-publishing, and the importance of addressing complex topics like bipolar disorder through literature. She emphasizes the role of comedy in understanding mental health and the emotional rollercoaster that comes with both writing and performing. Genova's insights into the intersection of science and storytelling provide a unique perspective on how narratives can humanize and educate about neurological conditions. She also shares the challenges of adapting her work for film, and the significance of addressing serious topics like suicidal ideation in her writing. The discussion also touches on the influence of Taylor Swift in her latest book, 'More or Less Maddy.' Give This Episode a Listen! Recommendations From This Episode: Brain on Fire: My Month of Madness Miss Americana Gary Gulman - The Great DepreshGary Gulman - GrandiloquentFollow Lisa Genova: @authorlisagenovaFollow Carly: @carlyjmontagFollow Emily: @thefunnywalshFollow the podcast: @aloneatlunchpodPlease rate and review the podcast! Spread the word! Tell your friends! Email us: aloneatlunch@gmail.comSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

In this episode of The First Fifty Pages, Kelsey and Jenn talk with Lisa Genova about her new novel More or Less Maddy. We discuss how story can be a vehicle to open conversations and find compassion for those who are ignored, feared, and misunderstood, the highs and lows of stand-up comedy, and why we all need to get more sleep. Don't hit snooze on this episode!

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Host Piya Chattopadhyay speaks with correspondents Chris Brown and Gregg Carlstrom about the Israel-Hamas ceasefire and what may happen next, Israeli writer David Grossman reflects on peace in a region of war, political reporters Lisa Johnson, Robert Benzie and Philip Authier discuss how premiers in their regions are navigating Donald Trump's tariff threat, and neuroscientist and novelist Lisa Genova talks about her new novel about life with bipolar disorder.Discover more at https://www.cbc.ca/sunday

Lisa Genova joins Carol Fitzgerald to discuss her latest novel, MORE OR LESS MADDY, which is a Bookreporter Bets On selection. Lisa shares what drew her to write about a young woman with bipolar disorder and her research on the subject, which included conversations with people who have been diagnosed with it. She talks about how both the diagnosis and the treatment of bipolar disorder can be challenging; there is not one way to treat it, and treatment takes time. Maddy longs to be a stand-up comedian, and Lisa explains how she learned more about that topic, including her own set on stage to give it a try. As always, Lisa speaks about wanting to have readers leave her books with empathy and understanding. Our Latest “Bookreporter Talks To” Interviews: Fiona Davis: https://youtu.be/mazErQJJznY Sharon Virts: https://youtu.be/uXd5BHo2I1I Paula Hawkins: https://youtu.be/1zF2MEJlito Susan Rieger: https://youtu.be/hl-ypqwZwfw Jean Hanff Korelitz: https://youtu.be/EI-7XRrRWDI Laura Dave: https://youtu.be/1730g7zxRIc Chris Whitaker: https://youtu.be/5pQQbuIA1GM Our Latest “Bookaccino Live” Book Group Events: Ariel Lawhon: https://youtu.be/rowGE3T2rfE Amanda Peters: https://youtu.be/sWX2Mxw5fT Shelley Read: https://youtu.be/3KdG1kIfcgc William Kent Krueger: https://youtu.be/IsIQJn3vYNI Ann Napolitano: https://youtu.be/VNYNugzjVbo Kate Morton: https://youtu.be/P8nwLRTAaFg Shelby Van Pelt: https://youtu.be/V2RbvnDn_rs Sign up for newsletters from Bookreporter and Reading Group Guides here: https://tbrnetwork.com/newsletters/ FOLLOW US on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/bookreporter Website: https://www.bookreporter.com Art Credit: Tom Fitzgerald Edited by Jordan Redd Productions

Lisa Genova, the New York Times Bestselling Author of Still Alice and numerous other books dealing with neurological conditions is back on the show for the 4th time! We are discussing her fabulous new book, More or Less Maddy, which is about a freshman at NYU who is diagnosed with bipolar disorder and has decided to pursue a career as a comedian. This captivating book offers a deeply human and scientifically nuanced portrayal of bipolar disorder, blending empathy with education. Lisa shares her insights into bipolar disorder, the emotional truths she sought to capture in Maddy's story, and how fiction can break down stigma and foster understanding. Whether you love a compelling narrative — or want to better understand mental health — this episode is for you. Don't miss the chance to hear from one of today's most thought-provoking authors and be sure to share this interview with a friend! Subscribe: https://www.youtube.com/@michelelamoureux Resources Mentioned: Join Michele's Newsletter + Get a List of 52-Selfcare Tips Website: https://www.lisagenova.com/ Lisa on IG Buy: MORE OR LESS MADDY Lisa's other fiction books Still Alice  , Inside the O'Briens: A Novel, Left Neglected, Love Anthony, Every Note Played Lisa's Non-Fiction Book: Remember: The Science of Memory and the Art of Forgetting First interview I did with Lisa – Episode 1 Interview on Memory with Lisa

A new book by the acclaimed neuroscientist Lisa Genova is always a big event. Genova, best known for her best-selling 2007 novel, Still Alice, has a new novel out this week, More or Less Maddy, which follows a 20-year-old aspiring stand-up comedian who is diagnosed with bipolar disorder. The protagonist, Maddy, grows up in affluent suburban Connecticut with a father who disappeared when she was young, leaving mysterious boats stranded on their front lawn – a hint at his own undiagnosed bipolar disorder. In our conversation, Genova emphasizes the importance of accurate representation in her fiction, having conducted extensive research with psychiatrists, psychologists, and people living with bipolar disorder. She explains that bipolar disorder affects about 2% of the general population and has a genetic component, with children of bipolar parents having a 10% chance of inheriting the condition. Our conversation explores how bipolar disorder manifests through episodes of mania and depression, with Genova noting that the average time to correct diagnosis is 7-10 years. She discusses the challenges of treatment, including medication side effects and the stigma associated with mental illness. Genova advocates for using the term "neurological disorder" rather than "mental illness" to reduce stigma. She explains that the new novel uses stand-up comedy as a backdrop, not just for its inherent ups and downs that mirror bipolar episodes, but also to explore themes of normalcy and identity. Genova stresses that while bipolar disorder is a serious condition, with proper treatment and support, individuals like the fictional standup comic Maddy can live functional and fulfilling lives.Acclaimed as the Oliver Sacks of fiction and the Michael Crichton of brain science, Lisa Genova has captured a special place in contemporary fiction, writing stories that are equally inspired by neurological conditions and our shared human condition. She is the New York Times bestselling author of the novels STILL ALICE, LEFT NEGLECTED, LOVE ANTHONY, andINSIDE THE O'BRIENS. Her first TED talk, "What You Can Do To Prevent Alzheimer's" has been viewed over eight million times. Her most recent TED talk, "How Memory Works--and Why Forgetting is Totally OK" was the sixth most watched TED talk of 2021. A sought-after speaker/edutainer, she has headlined in speaker series alongside Barack Obama, Joe Biden, Gloria Steinem, Jay Leno, Malala Yousafzai, Bryan Stevenson, and Goldie Hawn.Named as one of the "100 most connected men" by GQ magazine, Andrew Keen is amongst the world's best known broadcasters and commentators. In addition to presenting KEEN ON, he is the host of the long-running How To Fix Democracy show. He is also the author of four prescient books about digital technology: CULT OF THE AMATEUR, DIGITAL VERTIGO, THE INTERNET IS NOT THE ANSWER and HOW TO FIX THE FUTURE. Andrew lives in San Francisco, is married to Cassandra Knight, Google's VP of Litigation & Discovery, and has two grown children.Keen On is a reader-supported publication. To receive new posts and support my work, consider becoming a free or paid subscriber. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit keenon.substack.com/subscribe

The logical, rational side of neuroscientist Lisa Genova's brain said not to write a book, but her heart said otherwise. Roughly two decades ago, Lisa listened to the latter, penning her first novel, Still Alice, a highly personal piece inspired by her grandmother's struggles with Alzheimer's. Following her true north has led Genova to writing four more books with another (More or Less Maddy) on the way in 2025. The New York Times best-selling author sits down with host Julie Wake to discuss taking that career risk, selling her first book out of the trunk of a car, and living a life with purpose.  Website: https://www.lisagenova.com/ Today's sponsors:  William Raveis Real Estate, The official real estate company of the AFCC, South Shore Playhouse Associates - Also known as the Melody Tent, TD Bank, John K. & Thirza F. Davenport Foundation,  Cooperative Bank of Cape Cod,  Wequassett Resort & Golf Club,  Donald C. McGraw Foundation, Eastern Bank, Cape Cod 5. Learn more about the Creative Exchange!  Learn more about the Arts Foundation of Cape Cod.  The Arts Foundation's mission is to support and strengthen a vibrant and diverse arts and cultural sector for everyone in the region. Get involved!  

Is public speaking an elusive talent reserved for a select few, or is it a powerful tool we can all master? In this thought-provoking episode, we challenge the long-held belief that public speaking is only for the “naturally gifted.”  I'm thrilled to have Dr. Karen Corbin back on the podcast, as we dive deep into the art of communication and explore how anyone, from scientists to young professionals, can harness their voice to make a meaningful impact. If you've ever felt self-conscious or critical about your speaking abilities, this episode is for you.  Karen and I explore how we can all make public speaking less intimidating and more approachable, turning it from an elite skill into an everyday power that elevates your personal and professional life. Karen and I talk about: Why storytelling isn't just for the “gifted” but a skill anyone can cultivate to connect, influence, and inspire The practical steps she took to shift from self-doubt to speaking with confidence and clarity The surprising moments that changed her perspective on who should have a voice and how to make it heard Real-life examples of how communicating effectively can open doors, reshape careers, and empower you to step into your own spotlight How Karen navigates the corporate world and her personal brand   About My Guest: Karen D. Corbin, PhD, RD is the Owner and Chief Geek of Geeks That Speak® and an Associate Investigator at the AdventHealth Translational Research Institute. She is an expert in human nutrition and metabolism. Her scientific career is devoted to finding new approaches to prevent and treat diseases like diabetes and fatty liver disease. She is also an expert in scientific storytelling. Links: Show notes at https://www.speakingyourbrand.com/411/  Karen's website: https://www.geeksthatspeak.com/  Discover your Speaker Archetype by taking our free quiz at https://www.speakingyourbrand.com/quiz/ Enroll in our Thought Leader Academy: https://www.speakingyourbrand.com/academy/  Connect on LinkedIn: Carol Cox = https://www.linkedin.com/in/carolcox Dr. Karen Corbin (guest) = https://www.linkedin.com/in/karen-corbin-phd-rd-75229111/    Recommendations: Science Friday on NPR is a fantastic resource for listening to scientists from all different disciplines = https://www.sciencefriday.com TED talk = “What you can do to prevent Alzheimer's” by Lisa Genova = https://www.ted.com/talks/lisa_genova_what_you_can_do_to_prevent_alzheimer_s?language=en For those interested in diabetes, this is a good podcast:  https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/diabetes-discourse/id885083634?i=1000656300786   Related Podcast Episodes: Episode 398: Storytelling for Leaders: Crafting Narratives that Inspire and Persuade Episode 339: Creating Compelling TED-Style Talks Based on Academic Research with Dr. Tanya Golash-Boza Episode 138: Scientists Need to Tell Stories Too with Dr. Karen Corbin  

Still Alice the book, sold 1M copies worldwide – a national bestseller. Still Alice the movie, sold $45M worth of tickets at the box office – and won an Academy Award. But back when neuroscientist Lisa Genova first penned the novel, it was rejected by 100 book agents. She was told no one would read a book about Alzheimer's Disease, that the subject matter was too depressing and that neuroscientists shouldn't write fiction. Hope you'll join us. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Self-testing is one good way to better remember information. Think of memory as a two-way street. If we only put information in, it is like traveling in only one direction. Recalling information requires us to go the other way. Spacing out studying is better than cramming.If you need seven hours to prepare for an exam that is one week from today, study one hour per day rather than all seven hours the night before. Context matters for memory recall. If you study while eating Sour Patch candy, do the same thing while taking the test. Chapeters For Easier Navigation:- 0:00 How can I study like a memory master? 1:27 Context Is important for recalling ------------------------------------------------------------------------------ About Lisa Genova: Lisa Genova is the New York Times bestselling author of the novels Still Alice, Left Neglected, Love Anthony, Inside the O'Briens, and Every Note Played. Still Alice was adapted into an Oscar-winning film starring Julianne Moore, Alec Baldwin, and Kristen Stewart. Lisa graduated valedictorian from Bates College with a degree in biopsychology and holds a PhD in neuroscience from Harvard University. She travels worldwide speaking about the neurological diseases she writes about and has appeared on The Dr. Oz Show, Today, PBS NewsHour, CNN, and NPR. Her TED talk, “What You Can Do to Prevent Alzheimer's,” has been viewed more than five million times. The New York Times bestseller REMEMBER is her first work of nonfiction. ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------- About Big Think | Smarter Faster™ ► Big Think The leading source of expert-driven, educational content. With thousands of videos, featuring experts ranging from Bill Clinton to Bill Nye, Big Think helps you get smarter, faster by exploring the big ideas and core skills that define knowledge in the 21st century. Go Deeper with Big Think: ►Become a Big Think Member Get exclusive access to full interviews, early access to new releases, Big Think merch and more ►Get Big Think+ for Business Guide, inspire and accelerate leaders at all levels of your company with the biggest minds in business Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Your memory is lying to you. Here's how, with Lisa Genova    • 4 ways to hack your memory | Lisa Gen...   Our memories are not reality. A memory is the pattern of neural activity that represents the sights, sounds, smells, feelings, information, and language that you experienced when you learned something. When this neural circuit is reactivated, you experience a memory. Recalling memories is not a passive process. Every time we recall a memory, it changes, and we store this “2.0 version” over the older version in our brain. With each retelling, the memory drifts further and further away from the original memory. ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------- About Lisa Genova: Lisa Genova is the New York Times bestselling author of the novels Still Alice, Left Neglected, Love Anthony, Inside the O'Briens, and Every Note Played. Still Alice was adapted into an Oscar-winning film starring Julianne Moore, Alec Baldwin, and Kristen Stewart. Lisa graduated valedictorian from Bates College with a degree in biopsychology and holds a PhD in neuroscience from Harvard University. She travels worldwide speaking about the neurological diseases she writes about and has appeared on The Dr. Oz Show, Today, PBS NewsHour, CNN, and NPR. Her TED talk, “What You Can Do to Prevent Alzheimer's,” has been viewed more than five million times. The New York Times bestseller REMEMBER is her first work of nonfiction. ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Our best guesses at the mystery of memory, with Lisa Genova    • 4 ways to hack your memory | Lisa Gen...   Every time we learn something new, our brain changes. There are four basic steps in creating a memory: encoding, consolidation, storage, and retrieval. Figuring out how memories are encoded at the genetic and molecular level is at the frontier of neuroscience. --------------------------------------------------------------------------------- About Lisa Genova: Lisa Genova is the New York Times bestselling author of the novels Still Alice, Left Neglected, Love Anthony, Inside the O'Briens, and Every Note Played. Still Alice was adapted into an Oscar-winning film starring Julianne Moore, Alec Baldwin, and Kristen Stewart. Lisa graduated valedictorian from Bates College with a degree in biopsychology and holds a PhD in neuroscience from Harvard University. She travels worldwide speaking about the neurological diseases she writes about and has appeared on The Dr. Oz Show, Today, PBS NewsHour, CNN, and NPR. Her TED talk, “What You Can Do to Prevent Alzheimer's,” has been viewed more than five million times. The New York Times bestseller REMEMBER is her first work of nonfiction. ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Is technology melting your memory? Or helping it?, with Lisa Genova Technology is a double-edged sword. There is a common belief that smartphones are hurting our memory, but this isn't entirely true. Certainly, if you want to form memories effectively, you need to be aware of your surroundings in the present moment, not distracted by your phone. Yet there is a lot of upside to technology as well. In an instant, you have all the world's knowledge at your fingertips. And social media reminds us of past events that we otherwise might not remember. --------------------------------------------------------------------------- About Lisa Genova: Lisa Genova is the New York Times bestselling author of the novels Still Alice, Left Neglected, Love Anthony, Inside the O'Briens, and Every Note Played. Still Alice was adapted into an Oscar-winning film starring Julianne Moore, Alec Baldwin, and Kristen Stewart. Lisa graduated valedictorian from Bates College with a degree in biopsychology and holds a PhD in neuroscience from Harvard University. She travels worldwide speaking about the neurological diseases she writes about and has appeared on The Dr. Oz Show, Today, PBS NewsHour, CNN, and NPR. Her TED talk, “What You Can Do to Prevent Alzheimer's,” has been viewed more than five million times. The New York Times bestseller REMEMBER is her first work of nonfiction. ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------- About Big Think | Smarter Faster™ ► Big Think The leading source of expert-driven, educational content. With thousands of videos, featuring experts ranging from Bill Clinton to Bill Nye, Big Think helps you get smarter, faster by exploring the big ideas and core skills that define knowledge in the 21st century. Go Deeper with Big Think: ►Become a Big Think Member Get exclusive access to full interviews, early access to new releases, Big Think merch and more ►Get Big Think+ for Business Guide, inspire and accelerate leaders at all levels of your company with the biggest minds in business ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Only 2% of Alzheimer's is 100% genetic. The rest is up to your daily habits. Up Next ►This productivity hack comes with an asterisk | Tiago Forte People want a perfect memory. They wish that they can remember everything that they want to remember. But it doesn't work like that. Most people over the age of 50 think that forgetting someone's name or forgetting why they went into the kitchen is a sign of Alzheimer's. It isn't. Most of our forgetfulness is perfectly normal. If you are worried about developing Alzheimer's or another form of dementia, some simple lifestyle modifications can help prevent it: getting enough sleep, exercising, eating a balanced diet, and managing stress. chapters:- 00:00 The truth about memory & forgetting 01:12 Alzheimer's cause & symptoms 04:21 You need sleep 05:13 Eat a healthy diet 05:45 Exercise, even a little bit 06:15 Reduce stress levels 07:15 Always learn new things 08:39 The good news... ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------- About Lisa Genova: Lisa Genova is the New York Times bestselling author of the novels Still Alice, Left Neglected, Love Anthony, Inside the O'Briens, and Every Note Played. Still Alice was adapted into an Oscar-winning film starring Julianne Moore, Alec Baldwin, and Kristen Stewart. Lisa graduated valedictorian from Bates College with a degree in biopsychology and holds a PhD in neuroscience from Harvard University. She travels worldwide speaking about the neurological diseases she writes about and has appeared on The Dr. Oz Show, Today, PBS NewsHour, CNN, and NPR. Her TED talk, “What You Can Do to Prevent Alzheimer's,” has been viewed more than five million times. The New York Times bestseller REMEMBER is her first work of nonfiction. ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Go Deeper with Big Think: ►Become a Big Think Member Get exclusive access to full interviews, early access to new releases, Big Think merch and more ►Get Big Think+ for Business Guide, inspire and accelerate leaders at all levels of your company with the biggest minds in business Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Stress shrinks your brain. Neuroscientist Lisa Genova explains how to strengthen it. Up next, How to double your brain power | Tiago Forte It may not feel like it when you can't find your phone or "lose" your sunglasses sitting atop your head, but your memory is an amazing ability -- and one we want to protect. So it's little wonder that any blips or blank spaces can send us spiraling into concern. Some recall issues here and there are normal, says neuroscientist and author Lisa Genova, and not every lapse means looming problems. (And don't worry, forgetting names is a surprisingly tough thing for our brains to do!) But, Genova says, there's ways we can improve our memory, increase resilience and recall and be more comfortable with ourselves and our minds. From making lists and getting Google's help to giving yourself a pop quiz, getting some meditation in, and just plain paying attention, these tips will have your steel trap gleaming. 0:00 Introducing the problem 1:19 #1: Practice paying attention 1:45: #2: Bulk up your hippocampus 3:18 A 9-second meditation you can try 3:59 #3 Secure your sleep 5:14 #4 Drink caffeine 5:36 #5 Create associations (the Baker-Baker Paradox) 6:36 #6 Repetition 7:14 #7 Write it down 8:03 #8 Self-testing 8:31 #9 Just Google it 9:14 Forgetting is human -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- About Lisa Genova: Lisa Genova is the New York Times bestselling author of the novels Still Alice, Left Neglected, Love Anthony, Inside the O'Briens, and Every Note Played. Still Alice was adapted into an Oscar-winning film starring Julianne Moore, Alec Baldwin, and Kristen Stewart. Lisa graduated valedictorian from Bates College with a degree in biopsychology and holds a PhD in neuroscience from Harvard University. She travels worldwide speaking about the neurological diseases she writes about and has appeared on The Dr. Oz Show, Today, PBS NewsHour, CNN, and NPR. Her TED talk, “What You Can Do to Prevent Alzheimer's,” has been viewed more than five million times. The New York Times bestseller REMEMBER is her first work of nonfiction. ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ Go Deeper with Big Think: ►Become a Big Think Member Get exclusive access to full interviews, early access to new releases, Big Think merch and more ►Get Big Think+ for Business Guide, inspire and accelerate leaders at all levels of your company with the biggest minds in business Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

How does Alzheimer's alter the brain, and how do we create a future without the disease? Alzheimer's, the most common form of dementia, threatens to single-handedly collapse our healthcare systems. But our knowledge of how to prevent it is stronger than ever. In this episode of ‘YOUR BRAIN ON', we discuss: • The power of stories and the importance of community for finding comfort and confidence following an Alzheimer's diagnosis • What we know about preventing cognitive decline through brain-healthy living • The neurochemistry of how Alzheimer's physically changes the brain • Genetic predisposition to neurodegenerative diseases, and why women have a higher risk of developing Alzheimer's • Why we should approach brain health in the same way we approach heart health We're joined by Dr. Lisa Genova, neuroscientist and writer of ‘Still Alice', a book which allows the reader to step into the shoes of a woman experiencing the onset of Alzheimer's. ‘Still Alice' was adapted into a feature film, for which Julianne Moore won an Academy Award for Best Actress in 2015. Lisa talks to us about how stories can help us find a sense of hope and empathy in the face of ‘scary' diagnoses. Dr. Charles DeCarli, Director of the the University of California Davis Alzheimer's Disease Center, explains a broad range of Alzheimer's risk factors — from amyloid and tau proteins to cardiovascular diseases — and offers advice on thinking about brain health as part of the body's wider functionality, not a standalone system. And Dr. Lisa Mosconi, neuroscientist, educator, and author of ‘The Menopause Brain', highlights how the hormonal shifts caused by menopause contribute to a higher prevalence of Alzheimer's in women, and unpacks the controversial history and potential future of hormone replacement therapy. ‘Your Brain On' is hosted by neuroscientists and public health advocates Ayesha and Dean Sherzai. ‘Your Brain On... ADHD • SEASON 1 • EPISODE 8 ——— LINKS Lisa Genova: Website and books: https://www.lisagenova.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/authorlisagenova   Lisa Mosconi: Website: https://www.lisamosconi.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dr_mosconi Book, ‘The Menopause Brain': https://www.amazon.com/Menopause-Brain-Transition-Knowledge-Confidence/dp/0593541243   Dr. Charles DeCarli at UC Davis Health: https://health.ucdavis.edu/medical-center/team/639/charles-decarli---neurology---dementia---alzheimer-s-disease-sacramento/ ——— FOLLOW US Join the NEURO Academy: NEUROacademy.com Instagram: @thebraindocs Website: TheBrainDocs.com More info and episodes: TheBrainDocs.com/Podcast

Original broadcast date: December 23, 2033. Our brains are magnificently complex - and highly fallible. This hour, neuroscientist and novelist Lisa Genova explains how to keep our brains healthy and what to do when something goes wrong. TED Radio Hour+ subscribers now get access to bonus episodes, with more ideas from TED speakers and a behind the scenes look with our producers. A Plus subscription also lets you listen to regular episodes (like this one!) without sponsors. Sign-up at plus.npr.org/ted.Learn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoicesNPR Privacy Policy

I'm sure you've gotten a song stuck in your head. It happens to all of us. And once it gets in your head, it is hard to get rid of. It turns out there are some ways that have researched that do seem to work to get that song out of your head the next time it seeps in and just won't leave. https://www.usatoday.com/story/news/nation-now/2017/03/21/heres-how-get-song-out-your-head/99264896/ You have probably done something to someone out of spite. Most people have. Interestingly, humans are just about the only creature on earth that acts out of spite. According to psychologist Simon McCarthy-Jones. Simon says spite comes from a feeling of being wronged – of not being treated fairly. Often people will go to great lengths to get revenge. That's spite. Still, spite may not be all bad. It can actually be useful. Listen as Simon reveals why we do things out of spite and why spite may be an important tool we use to keep each other honest. Simon is author of the book Spite: The Upside of Your Dark Side (https://amzn.to/2OO8FJu)  Human memory is full of flaws. For example, most things we simply don't remember at all. Other things we don't remember very well and a lot of what we do remember gets distorted over time. So how do we make sense of our memory? Here to help explain it is Lisa Genova. She is a neuroscientist, writer and speaker who has appeared on The Today Show and PBS NewsHour, and she is author of the book Remember: The Science of Memory and the Art of Forgetting (https://amzn.to/3ccv2B7). Ever have a bad day? Sure, you have. And it seems that the worse the day gets – the worse it gets. Well, you can actually turn that spiral off. Listen as I reveal this simple technique that will stop you from focusing on the bad things happening so your day can get back on track. Source: Dr. Judith Orloff author of Positive Energy (https://amzn.to/3dZ323w). PLEASE SUPPORT OUR SPONSORS! Indeed is offering SYSK listeners a $75 Sponsored Job Credit to get your jobs more visibility at https://Indeed.com/SOMETHING TurboTax Experts make all your moves count — filing with 100% accuracy and getting your max refund, guaranteed! See guarantee details at https://TurboTax.com/Guarantees Dell Technologies and Intel are pushing what technology can do, so great ideas can happen! Find out how to bring your ideas to life at https://Dell.com/WelcomeToNow Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

“We have a human brain whose memory system is amazing and wildly imperfect.” – Lisa Genova New York Times bestselling author Lisa Genova joins us for a conversation about her book, Remember: The Science of Memory and the Art of Forgetting. What does normal forgetting look like? How do we improve our memory? How do we create a memory? What's the distinction between normal forgetting and forgetting because of Alzheimer's? What are some preventative measures we can easily incorporate to protect our memory? Lisa is a wealth of information and I am honored she is here to share the information from her recent book! So much to learn today and to feel empowered. About the author: Lisa has her PhD in Neuroscience from Harvard, is an acclaimed author, and has a TED Talk with over five million views. She also has appearances on the Today Show, CNN, and NPR, Dr. Oz and many more outlets. WHAT YOU'LL LEARN: It is okay to google the name of an actor whose name you can't remember.  Young people who have used tech since birth just google without worrying about it, but most older adults believe we have to figure it out ourselves. Tip of the tongue – words like proper nouns, movie titles, names of cities – and why we have trouble recalling those names. Why “Memory isn't stored in any one place.” Why in order to create a lasting memory it has to go through the hippocampus. You can't remember what you don't pay attention to.  This is the first thing to do to create memory. Outsourcing some things like taking a picture of where you parked isn't going to make you dumber.  It is okay to use tech to help you remember. Our human brains are terrible at prospective planning. Context plays a big role in remembering things.  The second you are surrounded by cues you remember.  It helps to retrace your steps to trigger the cues. To do lists, pill boxes, checkboxes are all helpful for prospective memory. “The act of learning is remembering.  Memory is outstanding.  We can learn infinite amounts of things.” It's not true that we only use 10 percent of our brain. Our brain is changing all of the time.  Every time you are learning something new your brain creates more neural pathways. We have the ability to create new neurons/nerve cells. Chronic stress will shrink the hippocampus. Meditation, yoga, mindfulness, exercise, staying socially active and learning new things helps to enlarge our hippocampus. Being sedentary makes you more likely to develop Alzheimer's. Being active decreases your risk by half. Processing speeds slow down as we age a little bit, but we know more. Sleep is key.  The data is compelling – we need 7-9 hours of sleep to process what we've learned and to clear metabolic debris while we sleep. Alzheimer's happens in the hippocampus – war in this area – first symptoms are not remembering what someone just said or repeating themselves — the present memory keeps cycling through.  Prevention is key.  Lisa shares what she does for preventative measures.  Eat a Mediterranean diet. Exercise.  Go for walks — move around every day. Your entire body wants and needs that. “This book is about your relationship with memory. We are afraid of it. We are judgmental  of it.  We don't understand it.  It's also imperfect.  Be in awe of it and take good care of it.” RESOURCES MENTIONED “Remember: The Science of Memory and the Art of Forgetting” by Lisa Genova Lisa Genova on Episode 1 of The Good Life Coach – about Lisa's Transition from Neuroscientist to New York Times best-selling author Lisa Genova on Episode 104 of The Good Life Coach – what it means to live a life of meaning “Still Alice” by Lisa Genova “Every Note Played” by LisaGenova Lisa Genova's website Lisa Genova on Instagram Lisa Genova on Facebook Lisa's Ted Talk on Preventing Alzheimer's Michele on Instagram Thank you for listening to the show!

Welcome to the LitJoy Podcast with Kelly & Alix!!In this first ever episode, LitJoy owners Kelly and Alix compare their lists of the TOP 10 BOOKS that have influenced their lives! And for an added twist, Kelly and Alix have NOT seen or shared their lists with one another! Make sure to listen and watch this episode to find out which books made their lists and why!Discussed in this episode:The Giver by Lois Lowry [3:46]The Book Thief by Markus Zusak [6:03]Pride and Prejudice by Jane Austen [7:59]Come As You Are: The Surprising New Science That Will Transform Your Sex Life by Emily Nagoski [9:14] (*Recommended for 18+)The Four Agreements by Don Miguel Ruiz [11:46]Wonder by R.J. Palacio [13:16]The Midnight Library by Matt Haig [15:09]A Court of Mist and Fury by Sarah J. Maas [18:23]We made a LitJoy baby! [20:00]Creativity, Inc. by Amy Wallace and Ed Catmull [21:02]Strange the Dreamer Duology by Laini Taylor [24:16]Daughter of Smoke and Bone by Laini Taylor [26:06]The Nightingale by Kristin Hannah [26:30]Not Nice: Stop People Pleasing, Staying Silent, & Feeling Guilty... And Start Speaking Up, Saying No, Asking Boldly, And Unapologetically Being Yourself by Dr. Aziz Gazipura [28:46]Dare To Lead by Brené Brown [32:05]Still Alice by Lisa Genova [33:52]Harry Potter Series by J.K. Rowling [37:09]Queen of Shadows by Sarah J. Maas [42:36]Station Eleven by Emily St. John Mandel [43:41]The Night Circus by Erin Morgenstern [46:36]Honorable Mention Books: [49:22]Anne of Green Gables by L.M. MontgomeryProject Hail Mary by Andy WeirWhy We Sleep by Matthew WalkerA Christmas Carol by Charles DickensThe Invisible Life of Addie LaRue by V.E. SchwabThe Twilight Series by Stephenie MeyerWe deeply appreciate your support in creating community around stories!Join our Lunacorns membership groupSubscribe to our email listFollow us on Instagram @litjoycrate and TikTok @litjoycrateUse the code PODCAST10 at litjoycrate.com/podcast for a 10% off discount!Neil Gaiman collection at LitJoy Crate!Join the Vampire Academy Email Waitlist Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Understanding the difference between ‘normal' forgetfulness and actual memory loss, practical ways to stave off Alzheimer's disease, and meditation's role in brain health. Lisa Genova has a Ph.D. in Neuroscience from Harvard University. She is the New York Times bestselling author of several novels including Still Alice—which was adapted into a film starring Julianne Moore who won the 2015 Best Actress Oscar for her role as Alice Howland, Love Anthony, and Every Note Played. Her first work of nonfiction is Remember: The Science of Memory and the Art of Forgetting. Genova's first TED talk, What You Can Do To Prevent Alzheimer's has been viewed over eight million times and her most recent TED talk, How Memory Works--and Why Forgetting is Totally OK was the sixth most watched TED talk of 2021. In this episode we talk about:The difference between ‘normal' forgetting and actual memory lossThe difference between dementia and Alzheimer's disease Meditation's role in brain healthWhat the Memory Paradox is The best foods and types of exercise for staving off Alzheimer'sThe three things happening in your brain while you sleep that are helpful for memory Why brain games (like crossword puzzles and sudoku) don't actually improve memoryThe first necessary ingredient for creating a memory How memories are formedAnd the relationship between memories and musicRelated Episodes:Ten Percent Happier Podcast Sleep SeriesFull Shownotes: https://www.tenpercent.com/tph/podcast-episode/lisa-genovaSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

In "Remember," neuroscientist and novelist Lisa Genova delves into how memories are made and how we retrieve them.

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This episode is a conversation with the New York Times bestselling author and neuroscientist, Lisa Genova. Her debut novel Still Alice about a Harvard University professor who suffers early onset Alzheimer's disease sold millions of copies and has been translated into 37 languages. The book was adapted into a film in 2014 and won the Academy Award for Best Actress for Julianne Moore's highly acclaimed performance as Alice Howland. Her first work of nonfiction, REMEMBER: The Science of Memory and the Art of Forgetting, was published in March 2021, and was an instant New York Times bestseller. Her first TED talk, "What You Can Do To Prevent Alzheimer's" has been viewed over eight million times and her most recent TED talk, "How Memory Works--and Why Forgetting is Totally OK" was the sixth most watched TED talk of 2021. She has been recognized numerous times and has won many awards for here incredible work, including receiving The Pell Center Prize for Story in the Public Square, for "distinguished storytelling that has enriched the public dialogue."  We discussed her journey of becoming a story teller, her empowering message and important work for the community.  Follow Lisa: Instagram: @authorlisagenova Twitter: @lisagenova Website: LisaGenova.com   Follow us: Join the NEURO Academy: NEUROacademy.com Follow us on social media: Instagram: The Brain Docs @thebraindocs Facebook: The Brain Docs TikTok: @thebraindocs Website: TheBrainDocs.com  

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“We have a human brain whose memory system is amazing and wildly imperfect.” – Lisa Genova New York Times bestselling author Lisa Genova joins us for a conversation about her book, Remember: The Science of Memory and the Art of Forgetting. What does normal forgetting look like? How do we improve our memory? How do we create a memory? What's the distinction between normal forgetting and forgetting because of Alzheimer's? What are some preventative measures we can easily incorporate to protect our memory? Lisa is a wealth of information and I am honored she is here to share the information from her recent book! So much to learn today and to feel empowered. About the author: Lisa has her PhD in Neuroscience from Harvard, is an acclaimed author, and has a TED Talk with over five million views. She also has appearances on the Today Show, CNN, and NPR, Dr. Oz and many more outlets. All of the show notes can be found at thegoodlifecoach.com/127. WHAT YOU'LL LEARN: It is okay to google the name of an actor whose name you can't remember.  Young people who have used tech since birth just google without worrying about it, but most older adults believe we have to figure it out ourselves. Tip of the tongue – words like proper nouns, movie titles, names of cities – and why we have trouble recalling those names. Why “Memory isn't stored in any one place.” Why in order to create a lasting memory it has to go through the hippocampus. You can't remember what you don't pay attention to.  This is the first thing to do to create memory. Outsourcing some things like taking a picture of where you parked isn't going to make you dumber.  It is okay to use tech to help you remember. Our human brains are terrible at prospective planning. Context plays a big role in remembering things.  The second you are surrounded by cues you remember.  It helps to retrace your steps to trigger the cues. To do lists, pill boxes, checkboxes are all helpful for prospective memory. “The act of learning is remembering.  Memory is outstanding.  We can learn infinite amounts of things.” It's not true that we only use 10 percent of our brain. Our brain is changing all of the time.  Every time you are learning something new your brain creates more neural pathways. We have the ability to create new neurons/nerve cells. Chronic stress will shrink the hippocampus. Meditation, yoga, mindfulness, exercise, staying socially active and learning new things helps to enlarge our hippocampus. Being sedentary makes you more likely to develop Alzheimer's. Being active decreases your risk by half. Processing speeds slow down as we age a little bit, but we know more. Sleep is key.  The data is compelling – we need 7-9 hours of sleep to process what we've learned and to clear metabolic debris while we sleep. Alzheimer's happens in the hippocampus – war in this area – first symptoms are not remembering what someone just said or repeating themselves — the present memory keeps cycling through.  Prevention is key.  Lisa shares what she does for preventative measures.  Eat a Mediterranean diet. Exercise.  Go for walks — move around every day. Your entire body wants and needs that. “This book is about your relationship with memory. We are afraid of it. We are judgmental  of it.  We don't understand it.  It's also imperfect.  Be in awe of it and take good care of it.” RESOURCES MENTIONED “Remember: The Science of Memory and the Art of Forgetting” by Lisa Genova Lisa Genova on Episode 1 of The Good Life Coach – about Lisa's Transition from Neuroscientist to New York Times best-selling author Lisa Genova on Episode 104 of The Good Life Coach – what it means to live a life of meaning “Still Alice” by Lisa Genova “Every Note Played” by LisaGenova Lisa Genova's website Lisa Genova on Instagram Lisa Genova on Facebook Lisa's Ted Talk on Preventing Alzheimer's Michele on Instagram Thank you for listening to the show! Please be sure to share it with your friends who would benefit from this information.  Also be sure to subscribe on Apple Podcasts so you don't miss an episode.  

In 1933, a seven year old boy named Henry Molaison was knocked down by a passing bicycle. Shortly after, he started getting seizures. To fix the seizures, Henry underwent experimental brain surgery. Unfortunately, the procedure left him with amnesia from which he would never recover. Henry's tragedy was a critical turning point for brain science and helped us discover the complex functions of learning and memory. Today, there is still much that we don't know about memory, but there is exciting research underway exploring how damaged memories can be repaired and even how painful memories might, one day, be erased. Learn about the science of memory and forgetting on this episode of Trailblazers. Featuring Lisa Genova, Dan Schacter, Joshua Foer, James McGaugh, Daniela Schiller and Robert Hampson.For more on the podcast go to delltechnologies.com/trailblazers

Lisa Genova graduated valedictorian from Bates College with a degree in Biopsychology and has a Ph.D. in Neuroscience from Harvard University. Acclaimed as the Oliver Sacks of fiction and the Michael Crichton of brain science, she is the New York Times bestselling author of novels Still Alice, Left Neglected, Love Anthony, Inside the O'Briens, and Every Note Played. Julianne Moore won the Best Actress Oscar for her role in the film adaptation of Still Alice. Film adapations for Every Note Played, Inside the O'Briens and Left Neglected are in production.Lisa's first work of nonfiction, Remember: The Science of Memory and the Art of Forgetting was an instant New York Times bestseller. Lisa's TED talks on Alzheimer's and memory have over 10 million views.Connect with Lisa on Instagram: @authorlisagenovaShow Links:Join us at our next in person even in Miami: https://bit.ly/MBGevent (if you're typing this link into your browser note that it's captions sensitive)Boost your health with Island Sips Juice and Salads www.islandsips.com Follow GiGi on social media @GiGiDiazLIVE on all platforms Follow the Chats with GiGi podcast on Instagran @ChatswithGiGiPodcastLove the Chats with GiGi podcast? Subscribe and leave us a review!

0:00 Coming Up 0:30 Intro 1:01 Remember by Lisa Genova: https://amzn.to/3XJ8mgZ 2:00 brief history of nearly everything by bill bryson: https://amzn.to/3WLpZLS 3:27 Think Like a Freak by Steven D. Levitt and Stephen J. Dubner: https://amzn.to/3XK2X9F 4:50 Sapiens by Yuval Noah Harari: https://amzn.to/3JmFrLm 6:01 Smarter Faster Better by Charles Duhigg: https://amzn.to/3Y4n9CV 7:11 Brief Answers to the Big Questions by Stephen Hawking: https://amzn.to/3jg6QEo 8:08 What If? by Randall Munroe: https://amzn.to/40eujGr 9:13 Quiet by Susan Cain: https://amzn.to/3H8BR4M 10:42 Bonus Book: From good to great by Jim Collins: https://amzn.to/3wE5Qga 11:51 Recap

Our brains are magnificently complex - and highly fallible. This hour, neuroscientist and novelist Lisa Genova explains how to keep our brains healthy and what to do when something goes wrong.

This week Harmony speaks with Jacinda Townsend, author of Mother Country, as part of Miami Book Fair 2022. We talk about motherhood, slavery, privilege, and so much more Jacinda Townsend, Sarai Walker, Ingrid Rojas Contreras, and Thrity Umrigar are just a few of the hundreds of authors from around the world gathering together in downtown Miami for Miami Book Fair 2022, the nation's largest gathering of writers and readers of all ages. They, along with Patti Smith, Lisa Genova, Rabia Chaudry, Sy Montgomery, and Sandra Cisneros are so looking forward to sharing their work, thoughts, and new ideas with everyone in person, and streamed Live From the Fair, from Sunday, November 13 through Sunday, Nov. 20. Please visit miamibookfair.com for more information, or follow MBF at @miamibookfair #miamibookfair2022. In this Episode: Mother Country by Jacinda Townsend To follow our episode schedule, go here: https://rebelgirlsbook.club/the-syllabus. Follow our social media pages on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/rgbcpod/ Facebook https://www.facebook.com/RebelGirlsBookClub/ Goodreads https://www.goodreads.com/user/show/101801516-reb… and Twitter https://twitter.com/RebelGirlsBook1 , Or you can email us at RebelGirlsBookClub@gmail.com. Our theme song is by The Gays, and our image is by Mari Talor Renaud-Krutulis. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/rgbc/message

Lisa Genova, the New York Times Bestselling Author of Still Alice, is today's guest.  When I learned of Lisa's work and life mission I knew I had to have her on the show.  She epitomizes what is possible when you listen to your internal voice and have the courage to pursue what's in your heart.  Lisa will tell you that she is doing her “soul's work” and living a life of purpose by bringing empathy and understanding to neurological disorders people don't like to think about.  Her book “Still Alice” became a New York Times best-seller and was turned into a major motion picture.  However, before finding her purpose, Lisa was on a very different path.  A Harvard trained Ph.D. in neuroscience, Lisa found herself at a crossroads when her first marriage ended in divorce.  It was in this moment of uncertainty that she found the courage to leave the familiar for a life as a writer.  If you are a writer or want to be one, would like to find your purpose, and/or enjoy stories of how dreams become reality, then you will love today's episode. KEY TAKEAWAYS: Why Lisa left her life as a Harvard trained PhD in Neuroscience to become a fiction writer, with no prior writing experience Why her grandmother having alzheimer's triggered her desire to write How & why she became an “empathy warrior” for people with neurological disorders How acting classes helped her become a better writer We dig into her creative process – how she crafts her books Why all of her books cover a neurological disorder and how they connect to life themes How she kept up her motivation when her future was uncertain.  Her book was originally rejected by 100 agents yet she was determined to get her book out in the world and it paid off. How her self-published book eventually secured her an agent and ended up on the New York Times Best-sellers list for 59 weeks! How she trusted that fiction was the way to tell her stories to create empathy with the reader. Why she loves the concept of duality and how our decisions create the reality we are living today vs the path not taken. How her book “Still Alice” became a major motion picture starring Julianne Moore and Alec Baldwin.   We go into how it felt to be at the Oscar's and seeing her work on the big screen. Why her latest book, “Every Note Played” deals with ALS. Lisa shares the questions we need to ask ourselves to discover our own life purpose Why you should never make decisions out of fear The books she used to learn the craft of writing 3 key tips for all women out there who want to pursue their dreams….and so much more… Show Notes & Resources: Free Giveaway when you Join our Newsletter & Community Michele's New Book, Design A Life You Love: A Woman's Guide to Living a Happier and More Fulfilled Life Find Michele on Instagram for More Inspiration Lisa Genova's Bestselling Books: Still Alice  Inside the O'Briens: A Novel Left Neglected Love Anthony Every Note Played Other books referenced: On Pluto by Greg O'Brien  Writing Down The Bones by Natalie Goldberg Bird by Bird by Anne Lamott On Writing by Stephen King The Artist's Way by Julia Cameron Ted Talks: What You Can Do To Prevent Alzheimer's Inbound Talk: “If You Could Do Anything You Wanted” Thank you for listening to the show. I hope you enjoyed it and would love to hear what your key takeaway was from this episode.  Please be sure to share it with your friends who would benefit from this information.  Also be sure to subscribe so you don't miss an episode. Rate + Review: If you enjoyed this episode, would you take a minute to review it on iTunes?  Your review helps me better understand what topics you most enjoyed.  It also helps others find this podcast so that they too can learn this helpful information.  This community is all about women supporting women! 1. Click on this link 2. Click “Listen on Apple Podcasts” button 3. Click “Follow” button 4. Select “Ratings and Reviews” 5. Click to rate and leave short review and you're done!

This week Maggie speaks with Ingrid Rojas Contreras, author of The Man Who Could Move Clouds: A Memoir, as part of Miami Book Fair 2022. We talk about the personal impacts of colonialism, sharing family secrets, memory loss, and so much more. Ingrid Rojas Contreras, Sarai Walker, Jacinda Townsend, and Thrity Umrigar are just a few of the hundreds of authors from around the world gathering together in downtown Miami for Miami Book Fair 2022, the nation's largest gathering of writers and readers of all ages. They, along with Patti Smith, Lisa Genova, Rabia Chaudry, Sy Montgomery, and Sandra Cisneros are so looking forward to sharing their work, thoughts, and new ideas with everyone in person, and streamed Live From the Fair, from Sunday, November 13 through Sunday, Nov. 20. Please visit miamibookfair.com for more information, or follow MBF at @miamibookfair #miamibookfair2022. In this Episode: The Man Who Could Move Clouds: A Memoir by Ingrid Rojas Contreras To follow our episode schedule, go here: https://rebelgirlsbook.club/the-syllabus. Follow our social media pages on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/rgbcpod/ Facebook https://www.facebook.com/RebelGirlsBookClub/ Goodreads https://www.goodreads.com/user/show/101801516-reb… and Twitter https://twitter.com/RebelGirlsBook1 , Or you can email us at RebelGirlsBookClub@gmail.com. Our theme song is by The Gays, and our image is by Mari Talor Renaud-Krutulis. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/rgbc/message

We take a closer look at how memory works, why some memories are more vivid than others and why we forget things. Plus, we get some tips on how to keep our memory sharp.

What will you do if you have a novel idea that you know could help the Water Treatment Industry? Not many of us would take the first step and make whatever idea we have a reality. My guest today took a leap of faith and created something out of an idea he had. He created a matrix that all Water Treaters could use, wrote a paper, gave a presentation at AWT, consulted with peers, and now helps other companies be better. Let's welcome  Dave Christophersen, Certified Water Technologist and owner of Dave Christophersen Consulting LLC to the Scaling UP! H2O podcast. Dave created the W.O.E. Relative Risk Factor Index, a critical service and reporting criteria using three site risk factors: Water, Operation, and Equipment. The WOE formula can be applied to any water treatment system including boiler, cooling, clarification and wastewater, membrane systems, closed loops, and specific processes. And in this episode, Dave is going to tell us exactly how. Dave has more than 43 years of experience in the industry. His experience spans from wastewater treatment, boiler water treatment and pretreatment, and cooling water, to membrane technologies over very broad industrial, commercial, and institutional markets all over the world. This includes oilseed, steel, manufacturing, power, chemical, mining, commercial and institutional industries. With his experience in business management, field management, technical support, sales and marketing, chemical product development and product formulation of water treatment chemicals, and training of field and site personnel, Dave has conducted training in an array of topics such as water treatment chemistry, boiler and cooling systems and treatment, wastewater treatment and jar testing, membranes systems and cleaning procedures, plant operations, and industrial services. Dave has a degree in Chemistry from Grove City College and an MBA from Butler University. He worked in big Water Treatment companies before founding his own consulting company, servicing the industrial and commercial water treatment industries. What Dave created was a common language that all of us Water Treaters understand, leading to a clearer understanding between the Water Treater and the customer. Bottom line: Dave Christophersen is going to tell us what the W.O.E. Relative Risk Factor Index is, and how it can make us better Water Treaters. Your roadside friend, as you travel from client to client.   -Trace    Timestamps:  See you at the AWT Convention in Vancouver next week and upcoming Events for Water Treatment Professionals [01:26] Thinking On Water With James [08:46] Who is Dave Christophersen of Dave Christophersen Consulting? [12:05] How can you overcome the challenges of starting your own company? [18:07] What is the W.O.E Relative Risk Factor Index that Dave Christophersen created?  [23:04] How should water treaters use the W.O.E Relative Risk Factor Index? [28:10] How can a Water treater set up their own Risk Matrix? [34:56] How can you start implementing a Risk Matrix in a company's survey process? [39:15] How can you best communicate the W.O.E Relative Risk Factor Index with your customers? [42:47] Lightning round questions [47:39]   Thinking On Water With James:  In this week's episode, we're thinking about reverse osmosis makeup for boilers. What are the advantages of using RO makeup for a boiler system? What is the recommended maximum number of cycles for a boiler on RO makeup? How might RO makeup impact condensate corrosion and neutralizing amine usage? How will a high percent condensate return impact the economics of installing an RO? What boiler savings may be the highest when changing from soft water to RO makeup? Is it the water? Wastewater? Fuel? Chemical costs? Why would a chemical company want to recommend RO equipment for boiler makeup? Take this week to think about using RO makeup for boilers.    Quotes: “Water Treaters, especially as they get more years of experience, almost intuitively, assess risks.” - Dave Christophersen “What is a risk? Risk is not having outcomes that you want.” - Dave Christophersen “The W.O.E Relative Risk Factor Index allows you to access risk in three areas: Water, Operations, and Equipment.”  - Dave Christophersen “What makes something high risk? What makes something low risk? You need to know your risk level.” - Dave Christophersen “If you know what is risky and know all the different things that are involved in assessing and having a successful outcome, then you can set goals for improvement, and from time to time reassess the numbers you assigned.”  - Dave Christophersen   Connect with Dave Christophersen: Phone: 937.477.7129 Email: christophersendave@gmail.com LinkedIn: in/dave-christophersen-a3291328    Dave Christophersen's AWT Presentation: 2021 Risk Factor Index Critical Service and Reporting Criteria Using Site Risk Factors - 2021 AWT Conference Paper Plant Water Treatment Risk Identification Matrix and RFI Template 1 to 3 scale   Links Mentioned:  The Rising Tide Mastermind Submit a Show Idea AWT (Association of Water Technologies) Gary Sinise Foundation   Events:  Check out our Scaling UP! H2O Events Calendar where we've listed every event  Water Treaters should be aware of by clicking HERE.   Books Mentioned:  On the House: A Washington Memoir by John Boehner Water: A Biography by Giulio Boccaletti The New Map: Energy, Climate, and the Clash of Nations by Daniel Yergin Think Again: The Power of Knowing What You Don't Know by Adam Grant Seven and a Half Lessons About the Brain by Lisa Feldman Barrett Remember: The Science of Memory and the Art of Forgetting by Lisa Genova

Hosted by Andrew Keen, Keen On features conversations with some of the world's leading thinkers and writers about the economic, political, and technological issues being discussed in the news, right now. In this episode, Andrew is joined by Lisa Genova, author of Remember: The Science of Memory and the Art of Forgetting. Lisa Genova is the New York Times bestselling author of the novels Still Alice, Left Neglected, Love Anthony, Inside the O'Briens, and Every Note Played. Still Alice was adapted into an Oscar-winning film starring Julianne Moore, Alec Baldwin, and Kristen Stewart. Lisa graduated valedictorian from Bates College with a degree in biopsychology and holds a PhD in neuroscience from Harvard University. She travels worldwide speaking about the neurological diseases she writes about and has appeared on The Dr. Oz Show, Today, PBS NewsHour, CNN, and NPR. Her TED talk, “What You Can Do To Prevent Alzheimer's,” has been viewed more than five million times. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We talk about how our processes of discernment look and rave about this essay by Cheryl Strayed.Life latelySarah is enjoying TV, especially Bridgerton. Two and a half years after moving to Birmingham, Abby finally feels like she has friends.Reading latelySarah read Remember: The Science of Memory and the Art of Forgetting by Lisa Genova, a popular science book about memory.Abby listened to and loved The Marrow Thieves by Cherie Dimaline.Eating latelyAbby is enjoying maple pecan granola from Trader Joe's while Sarah tried a new donut place close to work.If you'd like to join in the conversation, please leave us a comment on our show notes, email us at friendlierpodcast@gmail.com, or find us on Instagram @friendlierpodcast. Thanks for listening! See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

We take a closer look at how memory works, why some memories are more vivid than others and why we forget things. Plus, we get some tips on how to keep our memory sharp.

An indomitable enemy, it holds you captive in your body as it eats away at your mind. Until it stops your mind and your heart, it is relentless. It abducts those you love the most, leaving you alone until even the person in the mirror becomes a stranger. That enemy is Alzheimer's Disease, and one brilliant woman is blind-sighted when having to face it too soon at an age too young.   The woman's name is Alice. The book is Still Alice by Lisa Genova. And You're listening to LIT Society. Let's GET LIT!  

Alexis sits down for an intimate chat with renowned author Lisa Genova after our discussion of her book, Still Alice. You can find more about Genova and her work here: https://www.lisagenova.com/ __________ Find Alexis and Kari online: Instagram — www.instagram.com/litsocietypod/; Twitter — twitter.com/litsocietypod; Facebook — www.facebook.com/LitSocietyPod/; and our website www.LitSocietyPod.com. Get in on the conversation by using #booksanddrama.

Remember: The Science of Memory and the Art of Forgetting by Lisa Genova. Our brains are our sexiest features, but I'm here to tell you it's normal for them to forget things. Not everything is memorable, but I sure am.