Podcasts about Neuroscience

What if math isn't about grinding through equations, but about training your intuition and changing how your brain works? Mathematician and author David Bessis tells EconTalk's Russ Roberts that the secret of mathematics isn't logic--it's the way we learn to see. He explains why math books aren't meant to be read like novels, how great mathematicians toggle between images and formal proofs, and why we need a third mode of thought--"System 3"--that patiently retrains our intuition and the power of imagination. Bessis and Russ Roberts swap stories about the humility of great mathematicians, how Andrew Wiles "saw" the fix to his proof of Fermat's last theorem, and Ramanujan's dream-revelations that proved true.

In this episode we welcome Dr. Sarah Stein Lubrano, a political scientist who studies how cognitive dissonance affects all sorts of political behavior. She's also the co-host of a podcast about activism called "What Do We Want?" and she wrote a book titled Don't Talk About Politics which is about how to discuss politics without necessarily talking about politics.Sarah Stein Lubrano's WebsiteSarah Stein Lubrano's SubstackSarah Stein Lubrano's TwitterKittedHow Minds ChangeDavid McRaney's TwitterYANSS TwitterShow NotesNewsletterPatreon Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Send us a textEver wonder why some moments with your child feel effortless and deeply connected — while others leave you drained, reactive, or misunderstood? In this episode, we break down the science behind why.Dr. Jessie Stern and psychologist Rachel Samson join Cindy to explore relational savoring — a simple yet powerful way to strengthen your bond by intentionally remembering moments of warmth, safety, and love. You'll learn how this practice calms your nervous system, reduces stress, and builds emotional security — for both you and your child.They also unpack the role of temperament and sensitivity in relationships. Why do some people (and kids) feel everything more deeply? What does that mean for how we connect, comfort, and communicate?If you've ever said, “I wish I could stay calm when things get hard,” this conversation will give you the science and the self-awareness to start doing exactly that.Because connection isn't about perfection — it's about noticing, savoring, and showing up with compassion.Read their new book: Beyond Difficult: An attachment-based guide to dealing with challenging peopleFollow Rachel SamsonFollow Dr. Jessie SternRead the science article: Savoring interventions for mothers of young children: Mechanisms linking relational savoring and personal savoring to reflective functioningListen to more podcast episodes:https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/reflective-parenting-by-curious-neuron/id1440533170?i=1000731541535Support the showJoin our Reflective Parenting Program to learn the science-based skills parents (and their kids) need to thrive: https://curiousneuron.com/reflective-parent-club/ Record your question, or share a parenting insight in a 1 min audio we will share on the podcast https://www.speakpipe.com/ReflectiveParentingPodcast Book a spot in my calendar to chat about your challenges: https://calendly.com/curious_neuron/chat-with-cindy-reflective-parent-club-clone Grab a Free Resource: FREE Workbook: Staying Calm When Your Child Isn't: A Parent's Guide to Triggers and Emotions Email: info@curiousneuron.com

Au moins 130 morts, et des centaines de victimes, blessées, traumatisées. Dix ans après les attaques terroristes du 13 novembre 2015, certains des rescapés vivent encore avec les séquelles psychiques particulièrement lourdes : c'est le syndrome de stress post-traumatique. D'autres ont fini par laisser les douloureuses intrusions derrière elles. Pourquoi celles-ci se sont remises du traumatisme et pas d'autres ? Comment celui-ci s'est-il imprimé dans leur cerveau, avant de le quitter ? Dès les semaines suivant l'attentat, une équipe de recherche inédite, composée de neuroscientifiques, historiens, politologues, s'est formée pour comprendre comment la mémoire de cet événement tragique allait évoluer chez les victimes et la société toute entière. Dans cet épisode, le neuropsychologue et coordinateur scientifique de ce Programme 13 Novembre, Francis Eustache, nous raconte comment les commémorations d'une société entière aident les victimes à dépasser le traumatismeBRAINCAST — Un podcast de Cerveau & Psycho, le média de référence de la psychologie et des neurosciences.cerveauetpsycho.fr • Découvrez nos offres d'abonnement (à partir de 4,90€/mois sans engagement).Suivez-nous sur Instagram @cerveauetpsycho • Facebook Hébergé par Ausha. Visitez ausha.co/politique-de-confidentialite pour plus d'informations.

In this Season 14 review (episode 376) Andrea Samadi revisits highlights from her interview with Dr. John Ratey about the science of exercise, nutrition, and social connection for brain health and longevity. The episode explains Peter Attia's rule for foundational fitness, warns against sugar dependence and fat phobia, and presents the three biggest levers for healthy aging: exercise, diet, and social connection, plus practical tips to track and apply these habits. Takeaway: prioritize consistent movement, whole foods, and meaningful connection to boost mood, memory, and overall well-being. On today's episode #376, we review PART 2 of our 2021 interview with Dr. John Ratey and will learn: ✔  3 Science-backed keys to brain health: Exercise, Nutrition and Connection ✔ What is Attia's Rule that allows us to dive deep into diet and nutrition? ✔ Practical Tips for improving consistent movement, our diet and social connection to boost overall well-being and brain health.  Welcome back to SEASON 14 of The Neuroscience Meets Social and Emotional Learning Podcast, where we connect the science-based evidence behind social and emotional learning and emotional intelligence training for improved well-being, achievement, productivity and results—using what I saw as the missing link (since we weren't taught this when we were growing up in school), the application of practical neuroscience. I'm Andrea Samadi, and seven years ago, launched this podcast with a question I had never truly asked myself before: (and that is) If productivity and results matter to us—and they do now more than ever—how exactly are we using our brain to make them happen? Most of us were never taught how to apply neuroscience to improve productivity, results, or well-being. About a decade ago, I became fascinated by the mind-brain-results connection—and how science can be applied to our everyday lives. That's why I've made it my mission to bring you the world's top experts—so together, we can explore the intersection of science and social-emotional learning. We'll break down complex ideas and turn them into practical strategies we can use every day for predictable, science-backed results. Episode 376: PART 2 Featuring Dr. John Ratey For today's Episode 376, we continue with PART 2 of our review with Dr. John Ratey, covering the first health staple that we know is scientifically proven to boost our physical and mental health: exercise.  We first met Dr. Ratey on Episode 116[i]  (back in March 2021) on his book “The Revolutionary New Science of Exercise and the Brain.” Dr. Ratey is also an Associate Clinical Professor of Psychiatry at Harvard Medical School and an internationally recognized expert in Neuropsychiatry. Dr. Ratey has published over 60 peer-reviewed articles and 11 books in 17 languages. You'll notice that around the time of the pandemic, in 2020, our interviews took a turn towards health and wellness, and to stay on track, I created a framework of our Top 5 Health Staples on Episode 87[ii], which eventually evolved into our Top 6 Health Staples.

You think you're just catching up—but suddenly your chest tightens, your breath shortens, and your brain whispers, “You're not enough.” That's not a lack of discipline. It's a nervous system hijack.

Arnold Schwarzenegger, popcorn, AND science?! What more could you want?As part of National Science Week 2025, That's What I Call Science hosted From Fact to Fiction: a live screening of Total Recall (1990) followed by a panel of STEMM experts. Tune in to hear from Associate Professor Frederic Gilbert, Dr Soonja Yeom, and Mikaela Green about their takeaways from the film and its reflections in our modern day society. Show theme music: Kevin MacLeodThank you to the whole TWICS team for the incredible behind-the-scenes volunteering every week!Host: Dr Olly Dove (Insta: ols_dove)Production: Dr Olly Dove (Insta: ols_dove)Media & Promotion: Zi Yi Kho

Dr. Lisa Miller, Columbia professor and leading researcher on spirituality and mental health, shares groundbreaking neuroscience that proves we're all born with an "awakened brain", but two-thirds of us never activate it. She unpacks why depression is often misdiagnosed spiritual hunger, not medical illness, and reveals the three neural circuits that light up when we connect to something greater than ourselves. Through deeply personal stories, including her five-year struggle with infertility that ended the moment she opened her heart to adoption, Lisa shows how synchronicities aren't coincidence, they're guidance. You'll walk away knowing that your pain isn't against you, it's the doorway to discovering who you're meant to become.Dr. Miller's books:The Awakened BrainThe Spiritual ChildIn this episode you will:Discover why two-thirds of depression is actually developmental spiritual hunger, not a medical condition requiring only medicationTransform your relationship with pain by understanding the three circuits of an awakened brain: feeling loved and held, receiving divine guidance, and experiencing onenessPractice the "Hosting Council" exercise to connect with your spiritual mentors and receive wisdom from your higher self and higher powerBreak free from the prison of ego by shifting from "What do I want and how do I get it?" to "What is life showing me now?"Recognize synchronicities as divine guidance by paying attention to the high-pixel hits that carry information yet to unfold in your futureFor more information go to https://lewishowes.com/1841For more Greatness text PODCAST to +1 (614) 350-3960More SOG episodes we think you'll love:Dr. Tara Swart – greatness.lnk.to/1833SCPrice Pritchett  – greatness.lnk.to/1821SC  Dr. Caroline Leaf – greatness.lnk.to/1785SC Get more from Lewis! Get my New York Times Bestselling book, Make Money Easy!Get The Greatness Mindset audiobook on SpotifyText Lewis AIYouTubeInstagramWebsiteTiktokFacebookX Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Zibby interviews neuroscientist Ben Rein about his exquisite and insightful new book, WHY BRAINS NEED FRIENDS: The Neuroscience of Social Connection. Ben explains complex neuroscience in an accessible, engaging way, sharing insights about how even small, everyday interactions boost mental health, creativity, and a sense of belonging. The two discuss everything from the neuroscience of empathy and “Zoom fatigue” to why dogs make us happier and how emojis can improve digital communication.Purchase on Bookshop: https://bit.ly/3KWxyiSShare, rate, & review the podcast, and follow Zibby on Instagram @zibbyowens!** Follow @totallybookedwithzibby on Instagram for listening guides and more. **(Music by Morning Moon Music. Sound editing by TexturesSound. To inquire about advertising, please contact allie.gallo@acast.com.) Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Send us a textThe episode features an urgent conversation with renowned nitric oxide biochemist Dr. Nathan Bryan, who explains why nitric oxide is the foundational molecule of health, connecting everything from cardiovascular function to Alzheimer's prevention.Dr. Bryan details how nitric oxide regulates blood flow, mobilizes stem cells, and controls mitochondrial energy production. He argues that the loss of nitric oxide production, often caused by the destruction of the oral microbiome (via antiseptic mouthwash and fluoride) and poor light environments, is the root cause of many chronic diseases. He explains his scientific approach to restoring nitric oxide with a patented lozenge, affirming his mission to develop therapeutic solutions that help patients get off prescription drugs, despite significant pushback.ResourcesUse discount code “Crawford” for 10% off your purchase at n101.com Products 528 Innovations Lasers NeuroSolution Full Spectrum CBD NeuroSolution Broad Spectrum CBD NeuroSolution StimPod STEMREGEN® Learn MoreFor more information, resources, and podcast episodes, visit https://tinyurl.com/3ppwdfpm

In this episode of the Flex Diet Podcast, I'm joined by Erin Silver Lee, the CEO of Flow Neuroscience. We dig into some seriously cool stuff — including Flow's recent acquisition of the Halo device, which uses non-invasive brain stimulation (TDCS) to boost both athletic and mental performance.Erin and I talk about how this tech works, what the current research says, and how it's being applied to improve focus, sleep, neuroplasticity, and overall brain health. We also get into the real-world side of things — from navigating FDA regulations to running clinical trials and shaping the future of personalized brain optimization.If you're curious about where neuroscience meets performance — and how safe, evidence-based brain stimulation might fit into the next generation of recovery and training tools — you'll want to check this one out.Sponsors:Beyond Power Voltra 1: https://www.beyond-power.com/michael13Tecton Ketone Esters: https://tectonketones.comAvailable now:Grab a copy of the Triphasic Training II book I co-wrote with Cal Deitz here.Episode Chapters:00:38 Background on Halo Device and Flow Neuroscience01:50 Acquisition and Technology Insights02:09 FDA Regulation and Consumer Approval06:02 New Device Focus and User Benefits07:29 Device Design and Usage08:45 Impact on Sleep and Mental Performance16:17 Personalization and Future Developments26:06 Focus and Concentration Benefits29:33 Navigating FDA Regulations30:35 Depression Treatment Success in Europe30:51 Challenges with Regulatory Approval31:50 Real-World Success and Halo Product Launch33:23 Navigating FDA Approval and Bias42:45 Clinical Trials and Expanding Indications51:25 Brain Health and Personal Practices55:33 Podcast Conclusion and Listener Information Flex Diet Podcasts You May Enjoy: Episode 346: From Navy SEAL to Neuroscience: Dr. Blaine Lints on Ibogaine and PerformanceYouTube: https://youtu.be/8UNGgyqBWm0 Episode 241: A New Perspective on Brain Health with Dr. Shaun KornfeldYouTube: https://youtu.be/1HcgPp6Wz7QConnect with Flow Neuroscience:Website: https://www.haloneuroscience.com/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/halo.neuroscienceYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@HaloNeuroscienceLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/halo-neuroscience/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/halo.neuro/Get In Touch with Dr Mike:Instagram: DrmiketnelsonYouTube: @flexdietcertEmail: Miketnelson.com/contact-us

“When faced with conflicting thoughts and emotions, we must decide what to trust, what we fear, or what we know. What's important is that this decision be made by the knowledgeable versus the anxious part of the brain.” ~ Bill Crawford, PhD https://www.billcrawfordphd.com/quote-video-blog/

Sie ist eine fundamentale Kraft des Körpers, über die wir viel zu selten nachdenken. Dabei kann unsere Atmung unser Leben verändern. Buchstäblich unser ganzes Leben hängt davon ab. Wir atmen rund 20.000 mal am Tag ein und aus - meistens, ohne viel darüber nachzudenken. Es scheint offensichtlich zu sein, warum wir überhaupt atmen - ohne würden unsere Körper versagen und wir würden einfach tot umfallen. Aber was macht die Atmung mit unserem Gehirn? Inwiefern profitiert auch unsere psychische Gesundheit von der Atmung? Host Beke Schulmann und Autorin Sarah Emminghaus gehen diesen Fragen auf den Grund. Und sie stellen sich die Frage: Unterschätzen wir den Faktor Atem für unsere Gesundheit? HINTERGRUNDINFORMATIONEN: Nature-Überblicksarbeit zum Zusammenhang zwischen Atmung und Hirnaktivität: Tort, ABL, Laplagne, DA, Draguhn, A. et al. Global coordination of brain activity by the breathing cycle. Nat. Rev. Neurosci. 26, 333–353 (2025). https://doi.org/10.1038/s41583-025-00920-7 Übersichtsarbeit zu Vor- und Nachteilen von “Mouth Taping”: Rhee J, Iansavitchene A, Mannala S, Graham ME, Rotenberg B. Breaking social media fads and uncovering the safety and efficacy of mouth taping in patients with mouth breathing, sleep disordered breathing, or obstructive sleep apnea: A systematic review. PLoS One. 2025;20(5). https://doi.org/10.1371/journal.pone.0323643 Studie zu Meditation und langsamer Atmung: Bernardi NF, Bordino M, Bianchi L, Bernardi L. Acute fall and long-term rise in oxygen saturation in response to meditation. Psychophysiology. 2017;54(12):1951-1966. https://doi-org/10.1111/psyp.12972 Studie von Sylvain Laborde über den Einfluss von langsamer Atmung auf den Schlaf: Laborde S, Hosang T, Mosley E, Dosseville F. Influence of a 30-Day Slow-Paced Breathing Intervention Compared to Social Media Use on Subjective Sleep Quality and Cardiac Vagal Activity. J Clin Med. 2019;8(2):193. https://doi.org/10.3390/jcm8020193 Studie zu Zusammenhang zwischen Depressionen und Herzratenvariabilität: Galin S, Keren H. The Predictive Potential of Heart Rate Variability for Depression. Neuroscience. 2024;546:88-103.https://do.org/:10.1016/j.neuroscience.2024.03.013 Studie zu Atmung als individueller Fingerabdruck: Soroka T, Ravia A, Snitz K, et al. Humans have nasal respiratory fingerprints. Curr Biol. 2025;35(13):3011-3021.e3. https://do.org/:10.1016/j.cub.2025.05.008 Überblicksstudie über Zusammenhang zwischen Langsam-Atmung und Herzratenvariabilität: Laborde S, Allen MS, Borges U, et al. Effects of voluntary slow breathing on heart rate and heart rate variability: A systematic review and a meta-analysis. Neurosci Biobehav Rev. 2022;138:104711. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.neubiorev.2022.104711 Hier geht's zur Synapsenseite: https://www.ndr.de/nachrichten/podcastsynapsen100.html Hier geht's zu ARD Gesund: https://www.ndr.de/ratgeber/gesundheit Habt ihr Feedback oder einen Lifehack aus der Welt der Wissenschaft? Schreibt uns gerne an synapsen@ndr.de.

In this episode, we are joined by Prof. Mark Mattson, adjunct professor of neuroscience at Johns Hopkins School of Medicine.  He is also the former chief of the Laboratory of Neurosciences. Mark is a leading voice in intermittent fasting. Vikas and Mark discussed the impacts of Intermittent fasting on brain function, the types of intermittent fasting, the effects of intermittent fasting on neurotransmitters in our brain, and the proper protocol to practice intermittent fasting.Here are some key takeaways:Our bodies need energy, but the evolution from food scarcity to food abundance has made intermittent fasting a relevant concept.Intermittent fasting is an eating pattern that depletes the liver glucose stores and makes your body switch to using the stored fat as fuel.For people suffering from diabetes, obesity, and even cancer, intermittent fasting has proven to be an effective method.People with obesity, which is a Body Mass Index (BMI) of over 30, are likely to develop dementia & Alzheimer's. Intermittent fasting is proven to aid significant memory improvement.Indians observe fast for religious purposes in India. The scientific truth behind the practice of fasting.Types of Intermittent fasting (16:8, 5:2, alternate fasting), & the right protocol to practice.Difference between good stress & bad stress. Anxiety, depression, and stress can amplify your niggles and pain. Check out more on Mark Mattson -  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dUVLYtXutbohttps://tinyurl.com/ye5j6979https://shorturl.at/iZgJcDon't Forget to listen Amy Bender's Podcast : https://open.spotify.com/episode/7tjgthfBftVN0FrhePZUMnAbout Vikas Singh:Vikas Singh, an MBA from Chicago Booth, worked at Goldman Sachs, Morgan Stanley, APGlobale, and Reliance before coming up with the idea of democratizing fitness knowledge and helping beginners get on a fitness journey. Vikas is an avid long-distance runner, building fitpage to help people learn, train, and move better.For more information on Vikas, or to leave any feedback and requests, you can reach out to him via the channels below:Instagram: @vikas_singhhLinkedIn: Vikas SinghTwitter: @vikashsingh101Subscribe To Our Newsletter For Weekly Nuggets of Knowledge!

Sie ist eine fundamentale Kraft des Körpers, über die wir viel zu selten nachdenken. Dabei kann unsere Atmung unser Leben verändern. Buchstäblich unser ganzes Leben hängt davon ab. Wir atmen rund 20.000 mal am Tag ein und aus - meistens, ohne viel darüber nachzudenken. Es scheint offensichtlich zu sein, warum wir überhaupt atmen - ohne würden unsere Körper versagen und wir würden einfach tot umfallen. Aber was macht die Atmung mit unserem Gehirn? Inwiefern profitiert auch unsere psychische Gesundheit von der Atmung? Host Beke Schulmann und Autorin Sarah Emminghaus gehen diesen Fragen auf den Grund. Und sie stellen sich die Frage: Unterschätzen wir den Faktor Atem für unsere Gesundheit? HINTERGRUNDINFORMATIONEN: Nature-Überblicksarbeit zum Zusammenhang zwischen Atmung und Hirnaktivität: Tort, ABL, Laplagne, DA, Draguhn, A. et al. Global coordination of brain activity by the breathing cycle. Nat. Rev. Neurosci. 26, 333–353 (2025). https://doi.org/10.1038/s41583-025-00920-7 Übersichtsarbeit zu Vor- und Nachteilen von “Mouth Taping”: Rhee J, Iansavitchene A, Mannala S, Graham ME, Rotenberg B. Breaking social media fads and uncovering the safety and efficacy of mouth taping in patients with mouth breathing, sleep disordered breathing, or obstructive sleep apnea: A systematic review. PLoS One. 2025;20(5). https://doi.org/10.1371/journal.pone.0323643 Studie zu Meditation und langsamer Atmung: Bernardi NF, Bordino M, Bianchi L, Bernardi L. Acute fall and long-term rise in oxygen saturation in response to meditation. Psychophysiology. 2017;54(12):1951-1966. https://doi-org/10.1111/psyp.12972 Studie von Sylvain Laborde über den Einfluss von langsamer Atmung auf den Schlaf: Laborde S, Hosang T, Mosley E, Dosseville F. Influence of a 30-Day Slow-Paced Breathing Intervention Compared to Social Media Use on Subjective Sleep Quality and Cardiac Vagal Activity. J Clin Med. 2019;8(2):193. https://doi.org/10.3390/jcm8020193 Studie zu Zusammenhang zwischen Depressionen und Herzratenvariabilität: Galin S, Keren H. The Predictive Potential of Heart Rate Variability for Depression. Neuroscience. 2024;546:88-103.https://do.org/:10.1016/j.neuroscience.2024.03.013 Studie zu Atmung als individueller Fingerabdruck: Soroka T, Ravia A, Snitz K, et al. Humans have nasal respiratory fingerprints. Curr Biol. 2025;35(13):3011-3021.e3. https://do.org/:10.1016/j.cub.2025.05.008 Überblicksstudie über Zusammenhang zwischen Langsam-Atmung und Herzratenvariabilität: Laborde S, Allen MS, Borges U, et al. Effects of voluntary slow breathing on heart rate and heart rate variability: A systematic review and a meta-analysis. Neurosci Biobehav Rev. 2022;138:104711. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.neubiorev.2022.104711 Hier geht's zur Synapsenseite: https://www.ndr.de/nachrichten/podcastsynapsen100.html Hier geht's zu ARD Gesund: https://www.ndr.de/ratgeber/gesundheit Habt ihr Feedback oder einen Lifehack aus der Welt der Wissenschaft? Schreibt uns gerne an synapsen@ndr.de.

Morry Zelcovitch is an innovative brainwave-entrainment engineer and the founder of MindTrainer PRO, a performance-enhancement system that blends over 40 years of research into brainwave states with proprietary audio-visual technology.  His approach—known as the “Morry Method”—uses isochronic and monaural tones, along with visual image entrainment (VIE), to guide users into states of deep focus, relaxation, creativity and mental clarity.  With a background rooted in overcoming personal challenges and a dedication to optimizing cognitive performance, he has developed programs trusted by entrepreneurs, athletes and high-performers worldwide.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/mission-evolution-with-gwilda-wiyaka--2888020/support.Please note that all XZBN radio and/or television shows are Copyright © REL-MAR McConnell Meda Company, Niagara, Ontario, Canada – www.rel-mar.com. For more Episodes of this show and all shows produced, broadcasted and syndicated from REL-MAR McConell Media Company and The 'X' Zone Broadcast Network and the 'X' Zone TV Channell, visit www.xzbn.net. For programming, distribution, and syndication inquiries, email programming@xzbn.net.

In 1848, a 13-pound iron rod exploded through Phineas Gage's skull, destroyed half his brain, and flew out the other side—but instead of dying, he sat up, spoke clearly, and walked nearly a mile to see a doctor... and that's just the beginning of the story!Support our Halloween “Overcoming the Darkness” campaign to help people with depression: https://weirddarkness.com/HOPEIN THIS EPISODE: I've covered numerous stories here in the podcast on people gone missing, never to be seen again. But it's much more rare to have a story about a corpse going missing, never to be seen again. (How Daniel Murdock Saved on Funeral Expenses) *** One thing that has always been a constant in human history is adultery; as is the jilted spouse always being angry about it. One thing that has not been a constant is how society judges those involved in the infidelity. In 1885, there were different opinions about both adulterers as well as the one who murders a homewrecker. (Shot By a Jealous Husband) *** Part of the tablet's translation, according to Isaac Newton, states: “By this means you shall have the glory of the whole world and thereby all obscurity shall fly from you. Its force is above all force, for it vanquishes every subtle thing and penetrates every solid thing.” Cryptic yes, but it appears to indicate immense power for the one who understands and wields it. It comes from the Emerald Tablet – and it's no surprise there are many now who want to know where it is. (The Mystery of the Emerald Tablet) *** The Shimokubo Dam in Japan is unique in that it is supposedly haunted. I've heard of haunted lakes, and haunted roads that go around lakes or past lakes, but I've never heard of a lake that was created by a haunted dam. Shimokubo Dam is supposedly so haunted, that Japan says the stream of ghost hunters and paranormal enthusiasts is out of control. (Japan's Haunted Dam) *** A mysterious creature is reported to be living near a bridge in Zimbabwe which has killed numerous men. What is the Beast of Gwanda Town? (Beast of Gwanda Town) *** A year before the infamous Lizzie Bordon was born, came the birth of Lizzie Halliday – who, though becoming less well known, went on to commit atrocities that would've made Lizzie Bordon's stomach turn. (The Worst Woman on Earth) *** 
His story is legendary. One day while working on the railroad, Phineas Gage tapped on an iron rod that set off an explosion which sent the iron spike through his skull, destroying parts of his brain… yet he lived. But it changed his life… his personality… and it changed the medical and psychological world forever. (Phineas Gage)CHAPTERS & TIME STAMPS (All Times Approximate)…00:00:00.000 = Lead-In00:01:26.040 = Show Open00:04:36.823 = Phineas Gage00:18:52.355 = The Worst Woman On Earth00:30:51.273 = ***Japan's Haunted Dam00:35:41.172 = Mystery of the Emerald Tablet00:48:10.184 = ***Shot By A Jealous Husband00:51:04.755 = Beast of Gwanda Town01:00:58.624 = How Daniel Murdock Saved on Funeral Expenses01:06:10.992 = Show Close*** = Begins immediately after inserted ad breakSOURCES and RESOURCES:“The Impaled Brain of Phineas Gage” by Laura Allan for Graveyard Shift: https://tinyurl.com/y3h7g36g“Japan's Haunted Dam” by Paul Seaburn for Mysterious Universe: https://tinyurl.com/y4ht2q55“Beast of Gwanda Town” from News Dze Zimbabwe: https://tinyurl.com/yyhequxx“The Worst Woman on Earth” by Kieran W. for Mystery Confidential: (website no longer exists)“How Daniel Murdock Saved on Funeral Expenses” from Strange Company: https://tinyurl.com/y5x2q45e“Shot By a Jealous Husband” by Robert Wilhelm for Murder by Gaslight: https://tinyurl.com/y6ma3cpn“The Mystery of the Emerald Tablet” by Brent Swancer for Mysterious Universe: https://tinyurl.com/y3pvg2ya=====(Over time links may become invalid, disappear, or have different content. I always make sure to give authors credit for the material I use whenever possible. If I somehow overlooked doing so for a story, or if a credit is incorrect, please let me know and I will rectify it in these show notes immediately. Some links included above may benefit me financially through qualifying purchases.)= = = = ="I have come into the world as a light, so that no one who believes in me should stay in darkness." — John 12:46= = = = =WeirdDarkness® is a registered trademark. Copyright ©2025, Weird Darkness.=====Originally aired: December 08, 2020; December 19, 2023EPISODE PAGE (includes sources): https://weirddarkness.com/PhineasGageABOUT WEIRD DARKNESS: Weird Darkness is a true crime and paranormal podcast narrated by professional award-winning voice actor, Darren Marlar. Seven days per week, Weird Darkness focuses on all thing strange and macabre such as haunted locations, unsolved mysteries, true ghost stories, supernatural manifestations, urban legends, unsolved or cold case murders, conspiracy theories, and more. On Thursdays, this scary stories podcast features horror fiction along with the occasional creepypasta. Weird Darkness has been named one of the “Best 20 Storytellers in Podcasting” by Podcast Business Journal. Listeners have described the show as a cross between “Coast to Coast” with Art Bell, “The Twilight Zone” with Rod Serling, “Unsolved Mysteries” with Robert Stack, and “In Search Of” with Leonard Nimoy.DISCLAIMER: Ads heard during the podcast that are not in my voice are placed by third party agencies outside of my control and should not imply an endorsement by Weird Darkness or myself. *** Stories and content in Weird Darkness can be disturbing for some listeners and intended for mature audiences only. Parental discretion is strongly advised.#WeirdDarkness #PhineasGage #TrueStory #MedicalMiracle #DarkHistory #BizarreSurvival #Neuroscience #HistoricalMysteries #StrangeButTrue #MedicalHistory

In this soul-stirring episode of The Kelly Roach Show, Kelly sits down with author, speaker, and transformational coach Tracy Litt, whose groundbreaking framework, The Choice Method, helps entrepreneurs bridge the gap between what they know they need to do and what they actually do. Kelly and Tracy dive deep into the neuroscience and spirituality behind decision-making, self-sabotage, and the power of consistency, and how your nervous system plays a bigger role in your results than you realize. If you've been feeling stuck, out of alignment, or like you've lost your spark — this episode will feel like both a wake-up call and a warm hug at the same time. You'll learn: How your nervous system decides whether you play big or stay stuck How to shift from victimhood to personal power and sovereignty The spiritual and scientific foundation behind The Choice Method This is an episode every leader, entrepreneur, and change-maker needs to hear — especially if you're ready to reconnect with your highest potential and reignite your joy. Timestamps:  03:30: Origin story: How the Choice Method was born — and its evolution from private IP to public offer. 07:00: The four neurobiological requirements for change 10:00: Nervous system primer: “Safe vs Unsafe” — why your nervous system resists unfamiliar success and creates sabotage. 13:00: How to settle the nervous system so your prefrontal cortex (decision-maker) returns. 23:00: Identity & the higher self: how to embody the future version of you and execute decisions from that identity. 25:30: Energetics & magnetism: frequency shift when you step into higher-choice leadership 27:30: Breaking cycles of victimhood: emotional addictions, radical responsibility, anger as fuel to exit powerlessness. 29:30: Why high performers are vulnerable when markets shift, and why the Choice Method supports sustainable scaling. Resources:  Learn how to leverage The Choice Method in just one hour: https://www.theschoolofbecoming.com/the-choice-method Follow Tracy on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thetracylitt/  Connect with Tracy on LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/tracylittlester   

SPECIAL DROP FOR SATELLITE SISTERS WHO DREAM 0F WRITING ROMANCE! It's never too late to totally switch it up. Just ask Sue Fleishman who went from being a Communications Guru at big entertainment companies like Universal, Amblin and Warner Brothers to rebranding herself Campbell Linden, Romance Novelist! On today's episode, she shares her story including a juicy Hollywood bad-behavior- behind-the-scenes tale and how she came up with her nom de plume. Millennial Mentor Leah is jealous and tests out her own potential pen name.To follow Campbell Linden and her books: Buy the latest Settle For More on amazon.Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/AuthorCampbellLinden/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/campbelllindenauthor/Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@campbelllindenWebsite: https://campbelllinden.com/Check out the trailer for Robert Evan's film The Kids Stays In The PictureArticle in Stanford Longevity Magazine RX Creativity for Health Life and Fun by Laura Holson featuring Sue Fleishman.Novel Liz mentions by Lian Dolan about Gen X Couple: The Marriage Sabbatical HOMEWORKWhere to go for your own creative inspiration.Sue recommends: Find a class at Grub StreetLeah recommends:Stephen King On Writing: A Memoir of the Craft.Anne Lamott. Bird By Bird.Liz recommends: Mr. Scorcese 5 part doc by Rebecca Miller. A new series on Apple TV + about Martin Scorcese and his life's work.Love, Gilda. Documentary about Gilda Radnor. Weaving together recently discovered audiotapes, interviews with her friends, rare home movies and diaries read by modern day comediennes (including Amy Poehler).If you are new to Lizness School, we suggest you listen to Season 1 to hear all about Liz's year as a Stanford Fellow. Everything from Neuroscience and Chinese History to Pickleball! Plus a great community experience with her fellow DCI Fellows.Season 2 is about how she puts her lessons to work in the wild.To listen to Liz +. Leah's recap of Lizness School Season 1, go to our FINALE here.For more on Liz Dolan, go to ⁠⁠⁠⁠LinkedIn⁠⁠⁠⁠For more on Liz's work in podcasting, go to ⁠⁠⁠⁠Satellite Sisters⁠⁠⁠⁠Follow Lizness School on all podcasting platforms including ⁠⁠⁠⁠Apple Podcasts⁠⁠⁠⁠ and ⁠⁠⁠⁠Spotify.⁠⁠⁠⁠On Instagram, follow the show at ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/liznessschool/⁠⁠⁠⁠ and follow Liz at ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/satellitesisterliz/⁠⁠⁠⁠.Follow Producer and Millennial Mentor Leah Sutherland @leahhsutherlandd on Instagram and Leah Sutherland on LinkedIn. To email Lizness School with your own voicememos/questions/thoughts/suggestions for Liz or Leah, use ⁠⁠⁠⁠liznessschool@gmail.comThe Distinguished Careers Institute is a unique program for late career people. Fellows are graduate students at Stanford University, able to take classes in any area. ⁠⁠⁠⁠Complete information here.⁠⁠⁠⁠Email the podcast ⁠⁠⁠⁠liznessschool@gmail.com ⁠See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

My guest today is Dr. Hector — a psychiatrist who specializes in helping people heal from addiction, PTSD, anxiety, and depression through a trauma-informed approach. He blends neuroscience, medication, and therapy with nutrition and lifestyle tools to support whole-person healing.    What I love about his work is that it's not just clinical — it's deeply compassionate. He helps people understand how their brain and body work together so they can build resilience, recover from addiction, and truly heal from the inside out.   He shares why most people relapse not because of willpower, but because trauma remains unresolved. From the role of GABA in calming the nervous system to how EMDR helps reprocess trauma, this episode is packed with practical tools and compassionate wisdom for anyone on the healing path.   Before we jump in, I have a new segment, called “A question for you!” Today I want to know how you feel about the word “Alcoholic”.    I was interviewed on another podcast today and the host told me he thought it was a shame label. If you know me even a little bit, you'll know that the way I define it - it's a badge of honor, but also, it doesn't matter to me what you call yourself, as long as you get the support you need to heal and break free from addiction. So what do you think? Leave your comment under this episode at odaatchat.com Or leave a comment on my Instagram: @arlinaallen Next week I'll share some of your responses! Be sure to subscribe so you don't miss out. And with that, please enjoy this episode with Dr Hector. Guest Contact Info: doctorhector.com

In this episode of Think Thursday, Molly explores the powerful difference between joy and pleasure, and why understanding this distinction matters for anyone pursuing lasting behavior change — including changing your relationship with alcohol.We often use “joy” and “pleasure” interchangeably, but from a neuroscience lens, they activate different brain pathways and lead to profoundly different emotional outcomes. Pleasure is short-lived, dopamine-driven, and external. Joy, on the other hand, is sustainable, meaning-based, and internally constructed.Molly breaks down the brain science behind each, explaining:Why our reward system is wired for instant gratificationHow dopamine can lead to tolerance (and increased consumption)Why joy isn't just felt — it's built and interpreted by the brain's meaning-making systemShe offers five brain-friendly strategies to create more joy in your life — and how these tools can directly support your alcohol minimalist journey.What You'll LearnThe key neurochemical differences between pleasure and joyWhy pleasure tends to fade quickly (and leave you wanting more)The role of dopamine, serotonin, oxytocin, and endorphins in how we feelWhy joy can be cultivated, even in challenging momentsPractical, science-backed ways to bring more joy into your daily lifeJoy-Building Practices:Savoring – Pause and stretch out positive experiencesGratitude – Practice genuine (not performative) thankfulnessConnection – Strengthen relational bonds in simple waysAligned Action – Do one small thing that reflects your valuesNovelty – Try something new to spark curiosity and attentionMentioned in the Episode:The SPARK acronym from Monday's main episodeInsights from the book Aesthetics of Joy by Ingrid Fetell LeeWhy This MattersWhen you're changing your drinking habits, it's not about removing pleasure — it's about building something more lasting and meaningful. Understanding how to create joy gives you a powerful tool to replace the quick fix of alcohol with something far more fulfilling.Ready to practice joy on purpose? Start with just one idea from today and notice how it shifts your mindset. ★ Support this podcast ★

Feeling weary or like your light is flickering? In this heartfelt episode of the Choose 2 Think Podcast, Victoria opens up about walking through grief and caregiving while rediscovering the power of God's light within. Blending Biblical truth, neuroscience, and thought renewal, Victoria helps Christian women over 50 reclaim their light, even in life's dimmest seasons.She shares how thoughts can either dim or brighten your spirit, why gratitude is a brain-based pathway to joy, and how understanding the science of light—both spiritually and neurologically—can help you live with renewed purpose. Whether your light feels small or radiant, this episode reminds you that you are literally wired to shine.Your light is your identity.Grief can draw you closer to God.Your thoughts can dim or brighten your inner light.Stay connected to the Source—Christ, your true light.Even the smallest acts can have the biggest impact.You are literally wired to shine.Renewing your mind daily transforms your brain.Gratitude illuminates your path.When your light feels small, it still matters.Spending time with God changes your countenance.CHAPTERS00:00 – Introduction to the Journey of Light02:51 – Navigating Grief and Caregiving05:35 – Understanding Your Identity as Light08:41 – The Power of Thoughts in Shaping Light11:29 – Practical Steps to Let Your Light Shine17:14 – The Neuroscience of Light and Gratitude22:36 – Inviting the Light of Christ into Your Life

Emily is an Assistant Professor at MDI Biological Laboratory where she studies neurodegenerative disease-associated genes using super-resolution imaging of living, adult worms. Emily earned her Ph.D. at the University of Maine while embedded in the Jackson Laboratory and during her post-doc at MDI Bio Lab, she was recognized by the National Institutes of Health as an “Outstanding Scholar in Neuroscience”.This conversation was recorded in September 2025. ~~~~~The Maine Science Podcast is a production of the Maine Discovery Museum. It is recorded at Discovery Studios, at the Maine Discovery Museum, in Bangor, ME. The Maine Science Podcast is hosted and executive produced by Kate Dickerson; edited and produced by Scott Loiselle. The Discover Maine theme was composed and performed by Nick Parker. To support our work: https://www.mainediscoverymuseum.org/donate. Find us online:Maine Discovery MuseumMaine Discovery Museum on social media: Facebook Instagram LinkedIn Bluesky Maine Science Festival on social media: Facebook Instagram LinkedInMaine Science Podcast on social media: Facebook Instagram © 2025 Maine Discovery Museum

The blood-brain barrier (BBB), formed by brain endothelial cells, pericytes, and astrocytes, is organized into a neurovascular unit that regulates the exchange of proteins between blood circulation and brain parenchyma. Human stem-cell-based models using brain endothelial cells are a powerful tool to investigate how disease-related conditions might affect the blood-brain barrier integrity. However, the cell type composition is critical to faithfully model transcytosis across the blood-brain barrier. Our guests today developed a blood-brain model using induced pluripotent stem cells (iPSCs)-derived endothelial cells with brain-specific identity. Using this model they were able to investigate how disease risk factors affect intracellular transport and reveal a new role for ApoE4 in the regulation of iron metabolism at the blood-brain barrier. GuestsRoberto Villaseñor, Principal Scientist and Laboratory Head of the Brain Delivery, Neuroscience and Rare Diseases at the Roche Innovation Center in Basel, Switzerland Martina Pigoni, Senior Discovery Scientist at Roche Innovation Center in Basel, Switzerland HostJanet Rossant, Editor-in-Chief, Stem Cell Reports and The Gairdner FoundationSupporting ContentApoE4 disrupts intracellular trafficking and iron homeostasis in a reproducible iPSC-based model of human brain endothelial cells, Stem Cell ReportsAbout Stem Cell ReportsStem Cell Reports is the open access, peer-reviewed journal of the International Society for Stem Cell Research (ISSCR) for communicating basic discoveries in stem cell research, in addition to translational and clinical studies. Stem Cell Reports focuses on original research with conceptual or practical advances that are of broad interest to stem cell biologists and clinicians.X: @StemCellReportsAbout ISSCRWith nearly 5,000 members from more than 80 countries, the International Society for Stem Cell Research (@ISSCR) is the preeminent global, cross-disciplinary, science-based organization dedicated to stem cell research and its translation to the clinic. The ISSCR mission is to promote excellence in stem cell science and applications to human health.ISSCR StaffKeith Alm, Chief Executive OfficerYvonne Fisher, Managing Editor, Stem Cell ReportsKym Kilbourne, Director of Media and Strategic CommunicationsMegan Koch, Senior Marketing ManagerJack Mosher, Scientific DirectorHunter Reed, Senior Marketing Coordinator

Two new cases from the latest issue of the journal present the podcast team with some rare explanations, and a chance to test yourself on food trivia.   In the first case (1:18), from Malaysia, a 49-yo left-handed woman develops 10 days of recurrent left-sided focal facial seizures. These seizures progressed to epilepsia partialis continua, which is controlled with some difficulty by employing a broad range of six different anti-seizure medications. Further symptoms arose during monitoring, including emotional lability as well as dystonia, left arm dysfunction, dysphasia and dysarthria. EEG imaging showed focal slowing in the right hemisphere. https://pn.bmj.com/content/25/5/475 The second case (22:20) features a Northamptonshire chef in her 60s, who presents to the emergency department with a week-long history of nausea, vomiting, and abdominal pain. This progressed to dysphagia and dypsnoea, as well as a downshift in the pitch of her voice. Her conditioned worsened, with respiratory arrest requiring CPR to re-establish circulation. Neurological examination was initially done while sedated, showed fixed and dilated pupils.  https://pn.bmj.com/content/25/5/493 Overloaded with Greek terms today? Here are some definitions from BMJ Best Practice and NHS UK: Dystonia is a movement disorder characterised by sustained involuntary muscle contractions and abnormal postures of the trunk, neck, face, or extremities. Dysphasia, also known as aphasia, is an acquired impairment of language that affects comprehension and production of words, sentences, and/or discourse. Dysarthria is difficulty with speaking, caused by damage or weakness of the muscles needed for speech. Dysphagia is difficulty with the act of swallowing solids or liquids. Dyspnoea, also known as shortness of breath or breathlessness, is a subjective sensation of breathing discomfort. The case reports discussion is hosted by Prof. Martin Turner¹, who is joined by Dr. Ruth Wood² and Dr. Babak Soleimani³ for a group examination of the features of each presentation, followed by a step-by-step walkthrough of how the diagnosis was made. These case reports and many others can be found in the October 2025 issue of the journal. (1) Professor of Clinical Neurology and Neuroscience at the Nuffield Department of Clinical Neurosciences, University of Oxford, and Consultant Neurologist at John Radcliffe Hospital. (2) Neurology Registrar, University Hospitals Sussex. (3) Clinical Research Fellow, Oxford Laboratory for Neuroimmunology and Immunopsychiatry, Nuffield Department of Medicine, University of Oxford Please subscribe to the Practical Neurology podcast on your favourite platform to get the latest podcast every month. If you enjoy our podcast, you can leave us a review or a comment on Apple Podcasts (https://apple.co/3vVPClm) or Spotify (https://spoti.fi/4baxjsQ). We'd love to hear your feedback on social media - @PracticalNeurol. Production and editing by Brian O'Toole. Thank you for listening.

If you want to connect with Megan or learn more about her work, you can find her at gosimplified.com and on Instagram at @gosimplified.When life is simplified and decluttered, you can enjoy the small moments. Megan Golightly is the founder and CEO of Simplified Inc. and the recognizable face behind @gosimplified on instagram. Since 2008 she has been leading her team, empowering people to declutter, organize, and embrace simplicity. She has a passion for solving problems, organizing projects big and small, and collaborating with families to effect remarkable transformations in their homes and lives.Megan has a background in Psychology and a passion for Neuroscience, which she weaves through her content to highlight the relationship between our brains and the spaces we inhabit - especially when helping individuals and families who struggle with decision fatigue, overwhelm, and ADHD.She has inspired hundreds of thousands in her online community to discover tips, tricks, step-by-step guides, transformative before-and-afters, and more. Megan is often found organizing the homes of Canadian celebrities, is a frequent public speaker at homeshows and corporate events across Canada, has been featured by Chatelaine, Global News, and the CBC, and enjoys her downtime at her lake-side cabin with her two teenage children and beloved dogs Motley and Coco. If this conversation inspired you to simplify a part of your own life, I'd love to hear about it. Tag us or share what you're letting go of this week.Ashlynn Mitchell is the voice behind This Is Ashlynn, a show redefining what it means to thrive in midlife. She is also the former cohost of the top 10 podcast The Betrayed, The Addicted & The Expert. After a public divorce that ended a 21-year marriage, she turned pain into purpose. For over 10 years, she has coached women through the messy, magical process of healing and reinvention after betrayal, divorce, or years of self-abandonment.With two teenage daughters and a life rebuilt from the ground up, Ashlynn leads with lived experience. Through coaching and soulful retreats, she helps women trust themselves again, reclaim joy, and stop playing small, with or without a shared experience of betrayal or divorce. Her work is for women ready to own their story, their pleasure, their peace, and their power. When she's not coaching, you'll find her hiking, roller skating, or dancing like no one's watching.Find her at www.thisisashlynn.com and on Instagram @this.isAshlynn

Today, we're diving into the fascinating world of the mind — and how understanding how we think can empower us to see ourselves and others more clearly. My guest is Dr. Daniel Yon, an experimental psychologist and neuroscientist at the University of Birkbeck, London. His groundbreaking new book, A Trick of the Mind, explores how our brains act like scientists — using past experiences to build theories about the world, shaping what we see, how we judge others, and even what we believe about ourselves. Whether you're exploring how to build confidence, strengthen intuition, or simply better understand how your brain works, this episode offers practical insights to help you see your mind in a new light KEY TOPICS Unpacking the Mind with Dr. Daniel Yon and the Uncertainty Lab (0:00) How Your Brain's Theories Invent and Shape Your Perception of Reality (6:38) From Misheard Lyrics to Inherited Trauma: How Experience Shapes Perception (15:38) The Neuroscience Behind Gut Feelings and the Matthew Effect (26:22) How Social Interactions Shape Confidence and Our View of Others (39:57) Final Insights: The Power of Broadening Your Perspectives (54:32)     RESOURCES MENTIONED JOIN MICHELE'S NEWSLETTER FOLLOW on YOUTUBE  Michele's Book: Design A Life You Love: A Woman's Guide to Living a Happier and More Fulfilled Life GUEST INFORMATION Website: The Uncertainty Lab Book: A Trick of the Mind: How the Brain Invents Your Reality If you enjoyed this interview, please take a moment to rate and review it on Apple Podcasts or other podcast player. *The Good Life with Michele Lamoureux podcast and content provided by Michele Lamoureux is for educational and entertainment purposes only. It does NOT constitute medical, mental health, professional, personal, or any kind of advice or serve as a substitute for such advice. The use of information on this podcast or materials linked from this podcast or website is at the user's own risk. Always consult a qualified healthcare or trusted provider for any decisions regarding your health and wellbeing. This episode may contain affiliate links.

Support the show to get full episodes, full archive, and join the Discord community. Vicente Raja is a research fellow at University of Murcia in Spain, where he is also part of the Minimal Intelligence Lab run by Paco Cavo, where they study plant behavior, and he is external affiliate faculty of the Rotman Institute of Philosophy at Western University. He is a philosopher, and he is a cognitive scientist, and he specializes in applying concepts from ecological psychology to understand how brains, and organisms, including plants, get about in the world. We talk about many facets of his research, both philosophical and scientific, and maybe the best way to describe the conversation is a tour among many of the concepts in ecological psychology - like affordances, ecological information, direct perception, and resonance, and how those concepts do and don't, and should or shouldn't, contribute to our understanding of brains and minds. We also discuss Vicente's use of the term motif to describe scientific concepts that allow different researches to study roughly the same things even though they have different definitions for those things, and toward the end we touch on his work studying plant behavior. MINT Lab. Book: Ecological psychology Related papers In search for an alternative to the computer metaphor of the mind and brain Embodiment and cognitive neuroscience: the forgotten tales. The motifs of radical embodied neuroscience The Dynamics of Plant Nutation Ecological Resonance Is Reflected in Human Brain Activity Affordances are for life (and not just for maximizing reproductive fitness) Two species of realism Lots of previous guests and topics mentioned: BI 152 Michael L. Anderson: After Phrenology: Neural Reuse BI 190 Luis Favela: The Ecological Brain BI 191 Damian Kelty-Stephen: Fractal Turbulent Cascading Intelligence 0:00 - Intro 4:55 - Affordances and neuroscience 13:46 - Motifs 39:41- Reconciling neuroscience and ecological psychology 1:07:55 - Predictive processing 1:15:32 - Resonance 1:23:00 - Biggest holes in ecological psychology 1:29:50 - Plant cognition

Leave a Review If you liked this conversation, we'd be thrilled if you'd let others know by leaving a review on Apple Podcasts. Here's a quick guide for posting a review. Review on Apple: https://remarkablepodcast.com/itunes  What if, instead of giving your team answers, you asked the right questions and listened? In this episode, Kevin sits down with Luciana Núñez to discuss how coaching can be more than just a skill; it can be a leadership philosophy that transforms individuals, teams, and entire organizations. Luciana shares why the command-and-control leadership model no longer works in today's world, and how leading with coaching creates alignment, trust, and engagement. They dive into key concepts from her book, including the “performance equation” (P = C × A²), the power of visualization, and the importance of overcoming biases as a leader. Luciana offers practical insights on how leaders can develop active listening skills, ask powerful questions, and foster greater accountability and resilience in their teams. Listen For 00:00 Introduction: Leading with coaching 01:58 Guest introduction Luciana Nunez 03:05 Luciana's journey from Argentina to executive coaching 05:16 Discovering the power of coaching 05:33 Why Luciana and Tom Preston wrote Coaching Power 07:10 The writing and collaboration process 08:20 Case studies and structure of the book 09:18 Leading with coaching vs being a coach 10:19 Why command and control leadership no longer works 11:24 Listening and asking powerful questions 13:33 The mindset shift from manager to leader 15:09 Checking your biases as a leader 17:06 Staying curious and self aware while coaching 19:11 Helping others visualize success 21:22 Neuroscience and practice of visualization 24:03 The performance equation P = C × A² 26:39 Why attitude is limitless 27:34 Coaching remotely or at a distance 29:30 Creating safety and context in virtual coaching 31:35 Getting to know Luciana personally 33:05 What Luciana is reading The Boiling Frog 35:20 Where to find Luciana and her work 37:38 Wrap up and outro Luciana's Story: Luciana Núñez, co-author of Coaching Power: Lead with Coaching to Create Individual, Team, and Organizational Outperformance, with Tom Preston. She is a partner and Head of Americas at The Preston Associates, one of the world's premier executive coaching firms. An accomplished executive coach and former CEO with more than 20 years of leadership experience at Fortune 500 companies, including Bayer, Danone, and Roche, she blends her strategic expertise with a passion for mentoring, serving as a board member, investor, and advisor to entrepreneurs and executives worldwide. Having lived and worked in multiple continents, Luciana thrives in diverse cross-cultural contexts. She is a Sommelière, an art lover and annual competitor in Spartan obstacle course endurance races. This Episode is brought to you by... Flexible Leadership is every leader's guide to greater success in a world of increasing complexity and chaos.  Book Recommendations Coaching Power: Leading With Coaching to Create Individual, Team, and Organizational Outperformance by Tom Preston and Luciana Nunez  THE BOILING FROG: 21 STRATEGIES TO TRANSFORM STRESS INTO STRENGTH & COMFORT by Ash Kumar MD Like this? The Coaching Effect with Bill Eckstrom How to Deliver Bad News - and Get Away With it! with Mahesh Guruswamy Join Our Community If you want to view our live podcast episodes, hear about new releases, or chat with others who enjoy this podcast join one of our communities below. Join the Facebook Group Join the LinkedIn Group  

Kevin Perlmutter talks about his book “Brand Desire” and ways to harness the power of neuroscience and emotional insights to create deeper, more meaningful brand connections. Kevin is the founder of Limbic Brand Evolution and a leading expert in emotional brand strategy. Listen for three action items you can use today. Host, Kevin Craine Do you want to be a guest? https://Everyday-MBA.com/guest Do you want to advertise on the show? https://Everyday-MBA.com/advertise

Have you ever wondered what hidden forces are truly powering your entrepreneurial journey and determining your wealth and worth?  In this episode of Life After Corporate, host Deb Boulanger welcomes strategic advisor and business astrologer Barbara Alexander for a conversation that interweaves neuroscience, astrology, and metaphysics. By combining business astrology with neuroscience coaching, Barbara reveals how understanding your personal energetic blueprint accelerates personal growth and transformation, helping you build not only a thriving business, but a soul-aligned life.  Are you ready to unlock the secrets your chart holds and step fully into your entrepreneurial potential?     Connect with Deb Boulanger To Watch the Show, click HERE For Full Notes, Go to LifeAfterCorporate.com/podcast Connect with Deb on LinkedIn, and Instagram,   Read More about Life After Corporate HERE     Connect with Barbara Alexander Website:  https://www.barbaracalexander.com LinkedIn:  @barbaracalexander/ Instagram: @aligningwithastrology/    More Episodes To Enjoy! Go to: LifeAfterCorporate.com/podcast 232. The New Era of Entrepreneurship: Why Intuition Is Your Greatest Business Strategy with Kim Woods 231. Beyond Hustle: Building a Business on Self-Worth, Not Burnout with Lulu Essey 230. Top 3 B2B Sales Mistakes New Consultants Make (and How to Fix Them) - with Leah Neaderthal   Quotes by Barbara Alexander: “You almost have to have a therapeutic mindset…the information you're sharing is very sensitive.” It really starts with your birth chart. If you follow astrology, most people think it's just a sun sign and your horoscope, but it's much more than that.   SUBSCRIBE & LEAVE A FIVE-STAR REVIEW and share this podcast to other growing entrepreneurs! Ready to turn insights into action? Don't just listen—join the movement! The Life After Corporate Community is where ambitious women like you connect, collaborate, and get the strategies, tools, and high-level support to grow a thriving, profitable business. Join us now and start making the powerful connections that will elevate your success! Connect with me on Instagram, LinkedIn, or checkout our website at www.lifeaftercorporatepodcast.com  

Neuroscience now shows us that human connection changes the brain.Walking high above the forest floor on the Valley of the Giants Treetop Walk in Western Australia, I felt what real strength looks like.The giant tingle trees reach for the light, but their power doesn't come from standing alone. Under the soil, their roots and fungi form a living web, sharing water, nutrients, and information. Each tree depends on the health of the whole forest.That is what thriving organisations do too.Leadership as ConnectionAfter that walk, I gave a presentation at the Optus Stadium to early childhood educators, as part of the Child Australia conference. They reminded me that leadership isn't about control. It's about creating the right conditions for others to grow.They help children learn through safety, play, and connection. They build trust first, then learning follows.It's the same in every organisation. When people feel safe, supported, and seen, they do their best work.Leadership is no different. It's not about control, it's about connection. When people feel seen and supported, they bring their best ideas forward. When leaders make space for visibility, empathy, and trust, the whole system begins to flow.A healthy organisation works like an ecosystem: it doesn't rely on one strong trunk, but on many connected roots.Leaders who create these conditions don't need to push growth, it happens naturally. Like the forest, their teams become alive with creativity and flow.“Raising children is an art. It's about creating the conditions that allow them to thrive as their unique selves" When people feel seen, their stress circuits quiet down, and the brain's higher networks — for creativity, empathy, and problem-solving turn on. That's how safety becomes innovation.Minimize imageEdit imageDelete imageCreating Conditions for FlowWalking among those ancient trees reminded me that growth doesn't come from control. You can't force a tree to grow, and you can only create the right light, water, and soil.Leadership works the same way. Our role is to build the conditions where people feel trusted and visible. When they do, they begin to synchronise, share ideas, and thrive together.This happens in great conversations, in creative teams, and in organisations where leaders listen more than they direct. The result? Collective intelligence. Decisions become faster, ideas flow freely, and people feel energised rather than exhausted. Most importantly people feel free to say where there are problems and why the idea might fail.Boundaries protect us. But being seen transforms us.Read Visible: Rewiring Your Brain for Love, Resilience, and the Courage to Be Seenhttps://www.amazon.com.au/VISIBLE-Rewiring-Brain-Resilience-Courage/dp/0999099744Support the showSubscribe and support the podcast at https://www.buzzsprout.com/367319/supporters/newLearn more at www.profselenabartlett.com

What does the science of attachment have to do with your walk with God? In this episode, we sit down with husband-and-wife team Geoff and Cyd Holsclaw who lead the Center for Embodied Faith to explore how experiences in early life shape our capacity for trust, intimacy, and connection—not only with people, but with God Himself. That connection then affords you the secure base to live and act in the world with confidence.  Together we unpack the difference between secure and insecure attachment, how those patterns show up in faith, and why many of us struggle to rest confidently in God's love. You'll discover practical strategies for moving toward secure attachment, deepening both your human relationships and your spiritual life. This is a conversation filled with hope, courage, and a vision for growing into the wholeness God designed for you. Connect with Geoff and Cyd Holsclaw on their website or their podcast Attaching to God. Find their book Landscapes of the Soul: How the Science and Spirituality of Attachment Can Move You into Confident Faith, Courage, and Connection      Check out Dr. Carol's article Ways of Being With Jesus That Bring Transformation Find out more about Dr. Carol Ministries in-person intensives, or check out individual coaching with Dr. Carol. Dr. Carol loves to hear from you. You can send a confidential message here.

Motherkind Moment is your place for calm, connection, and a shift in perspective before the week ahead.  This week's Moment: The neuroscience behind journaling with Dr Tara Swart This week's Moment is with the wonderful Dr Tara Swart. Tara is a neuroscientist, psychiatrist, executive coach and the bestselling author of The Source. In this short but powerful clip, we dive into one of my all-time favourite tools for wellbeing – journaling. If you've been listening for a while, you'll know how much I love journaling. It's one of the simple, foundational practices that helps me stay balanced and connected every day. Tara explains the fascinating neuroscience behind why putting pen to paper is so effective. She shares how journaling helps to reduce cortisol (our main stress hormone), process emotions, and even support recovery from trauma. I found it so interesting when she described how writing – or even speaking – our thoughts out loud helps release them from our “brain-body system”, allowing us to feel calmer and clearer. We also talk about intuition, self-trust, and why we've become so conditioned to outsource our wisdom rather than tune in to our own inner knowing. As Tara says so beautifully, “We are all such powerful guides for ourselves – we just have to listen.” I hope this Moment inspires you to grab your pen, release those swirling thoughts onto the page, and reconnect with your intuition. Trust me, it makes a massive difference. To listen to the full episode with Dr Tara Swart, listen here. Click Here to order your copy of 'Motherkind: A New Way to Thrive in a World of Endless Expectations' Motherkind is sponsored by Wild Nutrition, the brand raising the bar for women's supplements. Want to feel the Food-Grown difference yourself? Get 50% off for three months at wildnutrition.com/motherkind. Ts and Cs apply. For a £100 sponsored job credit, visit Indeed.com/ Motherkind Continue the Conversation: Join our community over on Instagram for inspiration, tips, and sometimes a bit of humour to get us through our day - @zoeblaskey Join our mailing list to receive news, updates and new episode releases Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

After completing a PhD in Neuroscience and training in psychiatry, John Kruse began working with adults with ADHD - at a time when the condition was widely thought to be present only in children. He has written several hundred popular articles on ADHD and other mental health topics as well as posting more than 300 informative videos on his YouTube channel and hosting a weekly Q & A session. After three decades in San Francisco, he moved to the Big Island of Hawaii in 2022 where he continues to enjoy nature, hike, and run.https://www.youtube.com/@DrJohnKrusehttps://medium.com/@dockruseSupport the show

Dr Nan Carmack lives and works in Richmond, Virginia. She has been practicing organizational leadership in the library space for over 20 years and is currently the interim Executive Director of the Virginia Library Association and teaches at the Masters in Library Science program at Old Dominion University. She is an artist, a knitter, a reader, and dog lover. In her free time she enjoys her creative passions and hanging out with her three dogs and husband.Social media:Linked In: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nanbrunsoncarmack/Instagram: @nannermack ***********Susanne Mueller / www.susannemueller.biz TEDX Talk, May 2022: Running and Life: 5KM Formula for YOUR Successhttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oT_5Er1cLvY 700+ weekly blogs / 500+ podcasts / 1 Ironman Triathlon / 5 half ironman races / 26 marathon races / 4 books / 1 Mt. Kilimanjaro / 1 TEDx Talk

Oct 19, 2025GRAND PARKWAY BAPTIST CHURCHDr. Christopher M. BrooksPastor to Pastors | Local ChurchJoy Is The Serious Business of HeavenAbide in Love, Joy FULLJohn 15:5–11I. Key Theme: MENO AGAPE HARAH PLAYRAO("Abide – Love – Joy – Full")II. Abide (Meno) – Remain in ChristDefinition: To dwell, endure, make your home.Spiritual Practice: Training the mind to return to God like a compass needle to north.Reflection: What are you abiding in today?III. Love (Agape / Hessed) – Steadfast LoveDefinition: Loyal, never-ending, sacrificial love.Scripture:  • “No greater love…”  • “Perfect love casts out fear.”Reflection Questions:  • Who loves you well?  • Who or what taught you to love better?IV. Joy (Harah) – Strength from the LordDefinition: Gladness, delight, cheerfulness.Scripture:  • “The joy of the Lord is our strength”  • “Everlasting joy will crown their heads” (Isaiah 35:10)Reflection Questions:  • What fills or drains your joy?V. Full (Playrao) – Living in WholenessEvidence of abiding:  • Keeping His commands  • Loving God and others through the Spirit  • Repenting quickly and returningNot a strategy to avoid problems, but a skill to endure them.VI. Neuroscience of Love & JoyDr. Allan Schore: Joy and attachment form brain development.Right Brain (Fast Track):  • Relational identity  • Emotional connection  • Character formationLeft Brain (Slow Track):  • Logic, strategy, problem-solvingCritique of modern discipleship:  • Left-brain heavy (doctrine, willpower)  • Right-brain light (attachment, joy)Call to become “full-brained” Christians  • Combining emotion, intellect, and identity in ChristVIII. Joy as a Spiritual DisciplineJoy is a theological virtue, not just an emotion.Seen throughout Scripture:  • Even in suffering (Paul: “sorrowful yet rejoicing”)  • Jesus Himself was "for the joy set before him endured the cross”Joy empowers us to face trials with strength and hope.Quote: “Joy is the serious business of heaven” – C.S. LewisIX. Practical Steps to Abide in Love & Be Full of JoyAbide  • Spend time in Scripture and fellowship.  • Make room for God's Word in your life.Love  • Rebuild relational attachments to God and others.  • Ministry without love is empty.Joy  • Joy is transmitted face-to-face and through voice.  • “You make us joyful with your presence” (Ps. 21)Full  • Let the Spirit fill you.  • Be delighted in God's presence—and delight in others.

Season 14, episode 375 reviews episode 116 with Dr. John Ratey, exploring how exercise and lifestyle shape brain health and learning. The episode highlights Naperville's Zero Hour PE case study, explains how physical activity boosts attention and academic performance, and introduces BDNF (brain-derived neurotropic factor) as “miracle grow” for the brain. Practical takeaways include exercising before challenging work or school, prioritizing low-glucose nutrition, using hormesis (fasting, intense exercise, sauna) to increase resilience, and improving sleep and stress management to support cognitive health. On today's episode #375, we review our 2021 interview with Dr. John Ratey and will learn: ✔ How physical activity boosts attention and academic performance to improve results at school or in the workplace. ✔ What should we all understand about BDNF (brain-derived neurotropic factor) also known as “miracle grow” for the brain. ✔ How to build a faster, stronger, more resilient brain with exercise, nutrition, and with understanding hormesis. Welcome back to SEASON 14 of The Neuroscience Meets Social and Emotional Learning Podcast, where we connect the science-based evidence behind social and emotional learning and emotional intelligence training for improved well-being, achievement, productivity and results—using what I saw as the missing link (since we weren't taught this when we were growing up in school), the application of practical neuroscience. I'm Andrea Samadi, and seven years ago, launched this podcast with a question I had never truly asked myself before: (and that is) If productivity and results matter to us—and they do now more than ever—how exactly are we using our brain to make them happen? Most of us were never taught how to apply neuroscience to improve productivity, results, or well-being. About a decade ago, I became fascinated by the mind-brain-results connection—and how science can be applied to our everyday lives. That's why I've made it my mission to bring you the world's top experts—so together, we can explore the intersection of science and social-emotional learning. We'll break down complex ideas and turn them into practical strategies we can use every day for predictable, science-backed results. Episode 375: Featuring Dr. John Ratey For today's Episode 375, we continue with our review of past episodes as we make connections to prior learning with whatever it is that we are currently working on this year. I'll create a roadmap at the end of this season so this pathway will make sense to us (I hope!) as we piece together important parts of our success puzzle and begin to bring them to life. You'll notice that around the time of the pandemic, in 2020, our interviews took a turn towards health and wellness, and to stay on track, I created a framework of our Top 5 Health Staples on Episode 87[i], which eventually evolved into our Top 6 Health Staples. Today, we covering the first health staple of exercise, jumping to Episode 116[ii]  on “The Revolutionary New Science of Exercise and the Brain” with best-selling author Dr. John Ratey. Dr. Ratey is also an Associate Clinical Professor of Psychiatry at Harvard Medical School and an internationally recognized expert in Neuropsychiatry. Dr. Ratey has published over 60 peer-reviewed articles and 11 books in 17 languages, including the groundbreaking ADHD “Driven to Distraction” series with Dr. Edward (Ned) Hallowell, MD. With the publication of “Spark: The Revolutionary New Science of Exercise and the Brain,” Dr. Ratey established himself as one of the world's foremost authorities on the brain-fitness connection. His most recent book, “Go Wild,” explores how we can achieve optimal physical and mental health by getting in touch with our caveman roots and how we can “re-wild” our lives.

The Dopamine Illusion — Why Pleasure Isn't the Same as JoyYour brain isn't broken—it's been tricked into chasing quick dopamine spikes and calling them happiness. That's the illusion. Every swipe, scroll, and surge of stimulation rewires your reward circuits, dulling the calm rhythm of your mind—the peak alpha state where real joy and creativity live.But here's the hope: your brain is neuroplastic. It can change, grow, and heal when given the right input. Through stillness, intention, and the right kind of rewiring, pleasure becomes purpose again—and joy returns to its rightful place.If you're ready to step out of the dopamine illusion and live a supernormal life, visit drtrishleigh.com to work together with me. I can help you see your brain and create a personalized neurofeedback-guided plan to rewire your pathways. Your brain can change. Your life can expand. I want it for you.Send us a textSupport the showHi. I am Dr. Trish Leigh, a Cognitive Neuroscientist, and Sex Addiction Recovery Coach. I am on a mission to help people heal their brains from porn use.My podcasts are designed to help you learn that:

When a police speed camera picked up invisible humanoids sprinting at 40 mph, it became just one of dozens of credible cryptid encounters reported by multiple witnesses worldwide.Support our Halloween “Overcoming the Darkness” campaign to help people with depression: https://weirddarkness.com/HOPEIN THIS EPISODE: The number of Bigfoot, Loch Ness Monster, chupacabra, Jersey Devil, and various other cryptid and creature sightings is astronomical if you really look at it. And while it's more than possible that most of these sightings are explainable by misidentification of existing wildlife, or overactive imaginations, the sheer number of sightings couldn't possibly be waved off by such simple explanations. We'll look at some true stories of people who have come across unexplainable creatures. (I Met a Monster: True Stories of Cryptid Encounters) *** Have you ever had a premonition while dreaming? Something that later came true in real life? What do you do with that information? What if you know it's not a normal dream, but a real look into the future and if you don't do something, a tragedy will take place? But then… what if your dream warning is what actually leads to a real life murder? (The Dream That Led To Murder) *** The ability to move something only with the power of your mind has been disproven by science time and time again. Telekinesis, as much as we'd like to think it's possible, has been proven not to exist. Well, except for those scientific studies that we have not heard about that say the exact opposite. (The Reality of Telekinesis) *** Thousands of people in Finland experienced a UFO sighting one night in 1966. The incident, however, was obviously not taken too seriously, as it was barely investigated despite the numerous reports. But those who lived through it say it was a night they will never forget. (Anatomy of a UFO Incident) *** Born into wealth, then orphaned, then forced to marry at the age of 14, losing all control of her money and future, Katherine Ferrers did what any teenaged girl in her position would do – she became a ruthless highway robber that terrorized local villages. (Female Highwayman: The Wicked Lady of the 1600s) *** People in Gloucester, Massachusetts were reporting very bizarre things in the summer of 1692. They heard the march of troops despite the war having ended twenty years earlier. They saw what they claimed was a human scalp and the shape of a Native America's bow when looking at the face of the moon. But that was only the appetizer of what would come that horrifying summer of paranormal activity. (The Spectre Leaguers of Gloucester) *** Seeing a deceased loved one, a soft glowing light, a warm feeling of comfort and love… people have reported seeing many of these types of things when near death. And while some might want to blame it on the brain's neurons misfiring or even rapid-firing towards the end of someone's life, how does that explain that the majority of these reports are so similar? (Deathbed Visions) *** In 1849, young Cornelius Ahern was only nineteen years old, and his chosen occupation was pickpocketing. It's likely we never would've heard about him except for the fact that he once attempted – and failed – to pick the pocket of one particular writer who would one day become famous. Charles Dickens. (The Pickpocket and Charles Dickens) *** The assassination of President John F. Kennedy has been surrounded by controversy and conspiracy theories since the day of his death. The magic bullet theory, Lee Harvey Oswald was or was not the lone gunman, was there someone in the grassy knoll, was their a government conspiracy to have Kennedy killed? But there's another mystery most documentaries and books don't cover – what about Kennedy'smissing brain? (JFK's Missing Brain) CHAPTERS & TIME STAMPS (All Times Approximate)…00:00:00.000 = The Rake (Short Story of Fiction)00:08:26.304 = Show Open00:13:19.019 = ***I Met a Monster (True Stories of Cryptid Encounters)00:34:18.722 = ***Anatomy of a UFO Incident00:59:19.954 = ***The Dream That Led To Murder01:05:11.008 = The Reality of Telekinesis01:10:56.521 = JFK's Missing Brain01:16:09.491 = Wicked Lady Female Highwayman01:28:43.906 = ***The Spectre Leaguers of Gloucester01:34:25.268 = Deathbed Visions01:43:18.330 = ***The Pickpocket and Charles Dickens01:53:39.038 = Show Close*** = Begins immediately after inserted ad breakSOURCES and RESOURCES:BOOK: “The Night-Side of Nature; or Ghosts, and Ghost-Seers” by Catherine Crowe: https://tinyurl.com/y4cf53hxBOOK: “The Physics of God: Unifying Quantum Physics, Consciousness, M-Theory, Heaven, Neuroscience and BOOK: “Death Bed Visions” by William Barrett: https://amzn.to/36ttn7tBOOK: “At The Hour of Death” Dr. Karlis Osis: https://amzn.to/3oeyvlYBOOK: "One Last Hug Before I Go: The Mystery and Meaning of Death Bed Visions," by Carla Wills-Brandon: https://amzn.to/2VnQ3zoBOOK: “Parting Visions” by Melvin Morse: https://amzn.to/3my1ws8Transcendence” by Joseph Selbie: https://amzn.to/3lCMm3v“I Met a Monster: True Stories of Cryptid Encounters” by Stephen Wagner for Live About: https://tinyurl.com/y2pz2jnv“The Dream That Led To Murder” by Malcom Smith for Malcolm's Musings: https://tinyurl.com/y3zuubvt“The Reality of Telekinesis” by Cynthia McKanzie for Message to Eagle: https://tinyurl.com/y67ogt42“Anatomy of a UFO Incident” by Lawrence Gerald for Ideal's UFO Magazine, March 1978: https://tinyurl.com/y473g9d4The fictional short horror story at the beginning of this episode, “The Rake” is from Creepypasta Wiki, author unknown: https://tinyurl.com/y67kp75z“JFK's Missing Brain” by Doug MacGowan for Historic Mysteries: https://tinyurl.com/yxfqhlkl“Female Highwayman: The Wicked Lady of the 1600s” by Gemma Hollman for Just History Posts: https://tinyurl.com/y43sxm2t“The Spectre Leaguers of Gloucester” by Charles M. Skinner, edited by Kathy Weister for Legends of America:https://tinyurl.com/y6sh78ca“Deathbed Visions” by Stephen Wagner for Live About: https://tinyurl.com/yygv27vx“The Pickpocket and Charles Dickens” by William Ellis-Rees for London Overlooked: https://tinyurl.com/y28w5pgx=====(Over time links may become invalid, disappear, or have different content. I always make sure to give authors credit for the material I use whenever possible. If I somehow overlooked doing so for a story, or if a credit is incorrect, please let me know and I will rectify it in these show notes immediately. Some links included above may benefit me financially through qualifying purchases.)= = = = ="I have come into the world as a light, so that no one who believes in me should stay in darkness." — John 12:46= = = = =WeirdDarkness® is a registered trademark. Copyright ©2025, Weird Darkness.=====Originally aired: December 2020EPISODE PAGE (includes sources): https://weirddarkness.com/TrueCryptidEncountersABOUT WEIRD DARKNESS: Weird Darkness is a true crime and paranormal podcast narrated by professional award-winning voice actor, Darren Marlar. Seven days per week, Weird Darkness focuses on all thing strange and macabre such as haunted locations, unsolved mysteries, true ghost stories, supernatural manifestations, urban legends, unsolved or cold case murders, conspiracy theories, and more. On Thursdays, this scary stories podcast features horror fiction along with the occasional creepypasta. Weird Darkness has been named one of the “Best 20 Storytellers in Podcasting” by Podcast Business Journal. Listeners have described the show as a cross between “Coast to Coast” with Art Bell, “The Twilight Zone” with Rod Serling, “Unsolved Mysteries” with Robert Stack, and “In Search Of” with Leonard Nimoy.DISCLAIMER: Ads heard during the podcast that are not in my voice are placed by third party agencies outside of my control and should not imply an endorsement by Weird Darkness or myself. *** Stories and content in Weird Darkness can be disturbing for some listeners and intended for mature audiences only. Parental discretion is strongly advised.#WeirdDarkness #CryptidEncounters #TrueCryptidStories #MothmanSighting #ParanormalStories #UnexplainedMysteries #Cryptozoology #TrueHorrorStories #SupernaturalEncounters #RealMonsterSightings

Send us a textIn this episode of the Authors Who Lead podcast, I welcome Dr. Shannon Irvine, an accomplished neuropsychologist, entrepreneur, and founder of the SINC Neurocoach Models. This riveting conversation peels back the curtain on Dr. Shannon's journey from idea gestation to book launch, giving us an inside look at the neuroscience-driven method she shares in her new book, The 67-Day Year. Her work blends scientific rigor with practical wisdom and timeless principles, helping anyone—from new moms to high-powered CEOs—unlock levels of achievement they once thought impossible.Timestamp:00:00 Sharing life-changing tools broadly04:48 Breaking through entrepreneurial barriers07:00 Neuroscience boosts results effectively10:37 Mastering change in 67 days15:25 Aligning your brain for goals18:29 Overcoming fear to create21:44 Azul's vision and goal evolution25:40 Embracing your writing style30:02 The call to share wisdom31:20 Flip fear, share wisdomFull show notesCOMMUNITY PROGRAMS

Finally—your go-to episode to share with friends and family that breaks down TBM's method is here!In this episode, Lacy and Jessica dive into How to Manifest—the new book that distills the To Be Magnetic method into a clear, accessible, and deeply impactful guide. Whether you're a long-time Pathway member or new to manifestation, this conversation unpacks the formula that's helped tens of thousands transform their lives. Lacy shares the book's unexpected origin, why it feels like a collective download from the brand's wisdom, and how its analog format expands your subconscious offline. You'll hear how EMDR-informed, IFS-inspired, and somatic practices are woven into a deeply intuitive framework, creating the most grounded, magnetic roadmap to your authenticity. Plus, get the scoop on the speaking tour, upcoming book club, and why now is the perfect time to connect with your magic.Find the complete show notes here -> https://tobemagnetic.com/expanded-podcast Resources: Join us at the How To Manifest Book Tour! - LAST CHANCE NYC Next stops: AUSTIN // LA Limited VIP & Early Bird Discount available  HOW TO MANIFEST by Lacy Phillips (with exercises by Jessica Gill) Coming October 21st!Pre-Order NOW & get access to our Reflection Ritual PDF & Pathway Discount Join the Pathway MembershipUse code EXPANDED for 20% off your first month!Join our membership to access the TBM Money Challenge --Now Live!The Pathway Membership gives you unlimited access to all of our manifestation workshops—including How to Manifest, Unblocking Your Inner Child, Shadow, Love, Money, Rock Bottoms, Ruts, and Energetic Updates —plus 70+ self-hypnosis tracks designed to unlock your full potential.LEARN MORE HERE Get the latest from TBMJoin our Money Challenge - 3 weeks to your next level of abundanceTake our Free Money Quiz - find out what level of wealth consciousness you are at Join the Pathway now - to get full access to our 2025 Money Challenge and join the Pathway (use code EXPANDED for 20% off first month) New to TBM? Free Offerings to Get You StartedLearn the Process! Expanded Podcast - How to Manifest Anything You Desire Get Expanded! The Motivation - Testimonial LibraryReady to find out what's holding you back? Try our Free Clarity Exercise Be an EXPANDER! Share Your Manifestation StorySubmit to Be a Process GuestWhat did you manifest during the Money Challenge? Share a voice note of your question, block, or Process to be featured in an episode! This Episode is brought to you by: Bon Charge - 15% off with code MAGNETIC Red Light Neck and Chest Mask Act + Acre - 25% off with code TBM25Act+Acre Daily Hydro™ Hydration System In This Episode We Talk About:The creation and channeling of How to ManifestWhy manifestation is really about authenticity and self-worthUnderstanding the trifecta: unblocking, expanding, and aligned actionWhat blocks are, how to identify them, and why we all have themThe neuroscience and psychology that backs the TBM methodLacy's psychic channeling and real-time downloadsStories of transformation from co-authors, editors, and readersWhy the book is a reset tool for rock bottoms and rutsThe importance of expandersHow to rewire your subconscious through journaling and deep imaginingsUpcoming TBM tour dates and what to expect from the eventsEnd-of-year TBM challenge preview and theme teasersHow this book bridges spiritual and practical worldsMentioned In the Episode: Expanded x Ep. 371 - How to Reframe Jealousy and Step Into Your Power with Elise LoehnenExpanded x Ep. 376 - Dr. Tara Swart on Signs from the Other Side: Love, Loss, and Connection Beyond DeathRead testimonials from the communityCheck out Lacy's recent expander Claire de Boer SubstackPre-Order HOW TO MANIFEST by Lacy Phillips (with exercises by Jessica Gill) Lacy's Substack! - By Candlelight - Join HereFind our Money Challenge plus all our workshops and all workshops mentioned inside our Pathway Membership! (Including the Worst Case Scenario DI, Safe DI, and Regulate DI) Join us at the How To Manifest Book Tour!NYC AUSTIN LA Limited VIP & Early Bird Discount available HOW TO MANIFEST by Lacy Phillips (with exercises by Jessica Gill) Coming October 21st!Pre-Order NOW The Expanded Podcast, from To Be Magnetic™ (TBM), is the leading manifestation podcast rooted in neuroscience, psychology, and energetics. Hosted by TBM's Chief Content Officer Jessica Gill, with monthly appearances from founder Lacy Phillips, Expanded is where science and the mystical meet to help you manifest in the most grounded, practical, and life-changing way.At TBM, we've redefined manifestation through Neural Manifestation™—our proven, science-backed method developed with neuroscientist Dr. Tara Swart. This process helps you reprogram limiting beliefs at the subconscious level so you can create the life most aligned with your authenticity.Each week, we take you inside the TBM practice to help you expand your subconscious to believe what you desire is possible. Through expert interviews, thought leader conversations, TBM teachings, and real member success stories, you'll learn how to: – Rewire your subconscious mind and step into your worth – Heal your inner child and integrate shadow work – Set boundaries, strengthen intuition, and reclaim self-worth – Manifest relationships, careers, abundance, and experiences that align with your true selfWith over than 40 million downloads and a global community in over 100 countries, Expanded has become the gold standard in manifestation content. Think of it as your weekly practice for expanding your mind, believing what you want is possible, and manifesting the life you're meant to live.Past guests include leading voices such as Mel Robbins, Lewis Howes, Jenna Zoe, Martha Beck, Dr. Joe Dispenza, Dr. Gabor Maté, Mark Groves, and Brianna Wiest. Where To Find Us!@tobemagnetic (IG)@LacyannephillipsLacy Launched a Substack! - By Candlelight - Join Here@Jessicaashleygill@tobemagnetic (youtube)@expandedpodcast

In honor of OCD Awareness Week, this episode features two deeply personal stories about living with obsessive compulsive disorder.Part 1: For Hannah Hedelius, a classmate's hiccups trigger an overwhelming reaction she can't hold back. Part 2: As a graduate student, Rachel Hostetler begins to realize that her intrusive thoughts may be more than just regular stress. Hannah Hedelius was born and raised in Idaho. She received her Bachelors of Psychology from Boise State University and is currently working on her Masters in Biomolecular Sciences. Hannah plans to attend medical school where she will work towards a dual doctorate for a career as a medical scientist. Hannah is a graduate assistant for the Dean of Students Office where she works in substance misuse prevention. She focuses on creating alcohol and other drugs education and awareness. Hannah is also doing research at Boise State where she studies cholera toxin and its potential in treatment of inflammatory bowel diseases. In her free time, Hannah enjoys reading and spending time with her family. Rachel Hostetler is a scientist at the Allen Institute for Brain Science and her role focuses on providing scientific training to users of the institute's tools and datasets. Prior to working at the institute, she completed a Ph.D. in Neuroscience at West Virginia University, where she used many Allen Institute datasets to guide her research on somatostatin inhibitory interneuron diversity. She completed her B.S. at the University of Minnesota, double-majoring in Neuroscience and German Studies. Now living in Seattle, she yells out in excitement whenever she sees a mountain (not just Mt. Rainier but literally any mountain) after growing up in the Midwest. When not yelling at mountains, she spends her free time trying new seafood restaurants with her partner, snuggling with their very needy cat, and exploring the beauty of the PNW.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Do you feel defined by decades of struggling with alcohol? For high-achievers, the struggle often comes with profound guilt and shame. In this candid interview, Coach Matt speaks with member Gary, who shares his raw story of a near-fatal health scare (a TIA) and how he finally found a powerful path forward.  Discover how a deep dive into neuroscience removed his guilt and why the strength of community and camaraderie (not white-knuckling it alone) was the key to making true, measurable progress in his health and family relationships.   Download my FREE guide: The Alcohol Freedom Formula For Over 30s Entrepreneurs & High Performers: https://social.alcoholfreelifestyle.com/podcast ★ - Learn more about Project 90: www.alcoholfreelifestyle.com/Project90 ★ - (Accountability & Support) Speak verbally to a certified Alcohol-Free Lifestyle coach to see if, or how, we could support you having a better relationship with alcohol: https://www.alcoholfreelifestyle.com/schedule ★ - The wait is over – My new book “CLEAR” is now available. Get your copy here: https://www.alcoholfreelifestyle.com/clear

We live in an age where truth twists into confusion, opinion drowns out data, and it's increasingly difficult to figure out whose expertise we can trust.Where did our mistrust in expertise come from? Its roots stretch back to deliberate misinformation campaigns beginning in the 1950s spread by the likes of Big Tobacco, Big Oil, and conservative church movements. Then social media poured gasoline on the fire, accelerating the spread of misinformation and making sowing division highly profitable.Misinformation campaigns take advantage of our brains' natural tendency to protect the familiar and mistrust outgroups. And they capitalize on the very real betrayals people have experienced at the hands of corporations, governments, schools, and healthcare systems.Our challenge now isn't just knowing the facts, it's interrogating our own beliefs, asking where our evidence comes from, and resisting the pull of certainty. As leaders, we need to discern who we give our attention to, practice critical thinking, resist manufactured controversy, and platform voices committed to both truth and connection.Today's guest is a neuroscientist and author of Why Brains Need Friends, who works to make science accessible, relational, and rooted in respect. He doesn't focus on winning arguments or shaming people into submission. He focuses on bridging divides, building trust, and reminding us that our brains–and our lives–are wired for connection.Ben Rein, PhD is an award-winning neuroscientist and science communicator. He serves as the Chief Science Officer of the Mind Science Foundation, an Adjunct Lecturer at Stanford University, and a Clinical Assistant Professor at SUNY Buffalo. He has published over 20 peer-reviewed papers on the neuroscience of social behavior, and is the author of Why Brains Need Friends: The Neuroscience of Social Connection. In addition, Rein educates an audience of more than 1 million social media followers and has been featured on outlets including Entertainment Tonight, Good Morning America and StarTalk with Neil DeGrasse Tyson. He has received awards for his science communication from the National Academies of Science, Engineering, and Medicine, the Society for Neuroscience, and elsewhere.Listen to the full episode to hear:How an especially vivid nightmare redirected Ben's path to neuroscienceWhy the division and isolation of modern life is so bad for our brains and overall healthHow engaging with strangers isn't as awkward as we often think it is, and why we should do it moreHow small social interactions build our sense of belonging, community, and wellbeingWhy we need to recognize and then override our gut reactions to those we perceive as belonging to outgroupsHow social media sound bites vastly oversimplify the complex and unknown systems in our brainsWhy Ben's primary mission to to help people understand the value of looking to data and evidence rather than personalities and experiencesWhy we all have to get better at fact-checking and questioning why we're ready to believe somethingLearn more about Dr. Ben Rein:WebsiteInstagram: @dr.benreinWhy Brains Need Friends: The Neuroscience of Social ConnectionLearn more about Rebecca:rebeccaching.comWork With RebeccaThe Unburdened Leader on SubstackSign up for the weekly Unburdened Leader EmailResources:Golden Holocaust: Origins of the Cigarette Catastrophe and the Case for Abolition, Robert N Proctor"Assessing ExxonMobil's climate change communications (1977–2014),” Geoffrey Supran and Naomi Oreskes, 2017 Environmental Research Letters 12 084019The Creationists: From Scientific Creationism to Intelligent Design, Ronald L. Numbers"Misinformation and Its Correction Continued Influence and Successful Debiasing,” Stephan Lewandowsky et al., 2012 Psychological Science in the Public Interest, 13(3)The Logic of Scientific Discovery, Karl PopperSciSpaceSapiens: A Brief History of Humankind, Yuval Noah HarariDune, Frank HerbertThe Poisoner's Handbook: Murder and the Birth of Forensic Medicine in Jazz Age New York, Deborah BlumTory Lanez - Gangland x Fargentina 4EVR (feat. Wolfgang Peterson & Kai)Hard Knocks: Training CampCourage the Cowardly Dog

This week on The Sausage of Science, Chris and Cara talk with Dr. Josh Brahinsky, a researcher in the Transcultural Psychiatry Department at McGill University and the Department of Religious Studies at Stanford University, whose work sits at the intersection of anthropology, psychology, and neuroscience. Josh explores how contemplative practices like prayer and meditation shape sensory experience, perception, and emotion, focusing especially on the embodied and affective dimensions of charismatic evangelical worship. With a background that bridges the humanities and sciences, a PhD in the History of Consciousness from UCSC, and a postdoctoral fellowship in Anthropology at Stanford, Josh brings a truly interdisciplinary lens to understanding what happens when people reach for the divine, and how those moments transform the body and mind alike. ------------------------------ Find the book discussed in this episode: Tongues of Fire: How Charismatic Prayer Changes Evangelical Brains and Mobilizes Spirit-Filled Activism https://www.bloomsbury.com/us/tongues-of-fire-9798881804992/ Find the Article: Brahinsky, J., Mago, J., Miller, M., Catherine, S., & Lifshitz, M. (2024). The Spiral of Attention, Arousal, and Release: A Comparative Phenomenology of Jhāna Meditation and Speaking in Tongues. American Journal of Human Biology, 36(12), e24189. https://doi.org/10.1002/ajhb.24189 ------------------------------ Contact Dr. Brahinsky: jbrahins@gmail.com ------------------------------ Contact the Sausage of Science Podcast and Human Biology Association: Facebook: facebook.com/groups/humanbiologyassociation/, Website: humbio.org, Twitter: @HumBioAssoc Chris Lynn, Host Website: cdlynn.people.ua.edu/, E-mail: cdlynn@ua.edu, Twitter:@Chris_Ly Cara Ocobock, Host Website: sites.nd.edu/cara-ocobock/, Email:cocobock@nd.edu, Twitter:@CaraOcobock Cristina Gildee, SoS Co-Producer, HBA Fellow Website: cristinagildee.org, E-mail: cgildee@uw.edu,

In this episode, I'm getting deep into the neuroscience of manifestation; the science behind how our thoughts, emotions, and beliefs literally rewire the brain and shape the reality we experience. From neuroplasticity and the Reticular Activating System, to the subconscious mind and quantum energy, I'll be unpacking how the mind and body work together to bring what we focus on into form. I'll also share how to use this knowledge to your advantage, with practical ways to retrain your brain, raise your emotional frequency, and embody the version of you who already has everything you've been asking for. If you've ever wanted to understand the science behind the magic, this episode will open your eyes to just how powerful your mind really is!www.mani-fest.uk

We are more isolated from one another than ever before — by our technology, by our political divides, and most of all, by our choices. This week on the show, we talk with neuroscientist Ben Rein about why this social isolation is terrible for our health — implicated in not only rising rates of mental illness, but also heart disease, dementia and more.We discuss Ben's new book, "Why Brains Need Friends: The Neuroscience of Social Connection", published earlier this week, and try to work out a plan for an improved social diet to restore our brains — and our society — to good health.Learn More:Ben Rein's websitePublisher's websiteReferences from the bookSocial Journaling template---We are honored to have won a silver Signal Award for best science and education podcast of 2025, as well as an audience choice award — thanks so much to everyone who voted for the show!---We want to hear from your neurons! Email us at at neuronspodcast@stanford.eduSend us a text!Thanks for listening! If you're enjoying our show, please take a moment to give us a review on your podcast app of choice and share this episode with your friends. That's how we grow as a show and bring the stories of the frontiers of neuroscience to a wider audience. Learn more about the Wu Tsai Neurosciences Institute at Stanford and follow us on Twitter, Facebook, and LinkedIn.

In this episode, you'll discover:Whether mystical states are just neurons firing or something science can't explain yetWhy human morality keeps evolving and what that means for the stories we call truthHow to use technology to train your focus without losing the magic of transcendenceHave you ever noticed how the though ts that torture you most aren't even yours?They're hand-me-downs. Scripts you inherited from parents who inherited them from their parents. Cultural programming that told you productivity equals worth. That rest is laziness. That your value comes from how much you can do for everyone else. You've been running on these thoughts for so long you forgot they're just thoughts. Not truth. Just noise.Most people think meditation is about becoming calm. It's not. It's about seeing the machinery. The way your brain spins the same stories on repeat. The way it reaches for distraction the second discomfort shows up. The way it convinces you that scrolling Instagram or buying another thing or staying busy will make you feel better when really you're just running from yourself.I spent years doing that. Chasing experiences. MDMA, plant medicine, skydiving. Anything to feel something other than the hollow ache of not knowing who I was underneath all the performance. Those experiences cracked me open. But they didn't teach me how to stay open. That's what meditation did. It taught me that the version of me chasing dopamine hits wasn't broken. She was just afraid to sit still long enough to meet herself.Today our guest is Ariel Garten, neuroscientist, psychotherapist, and founder of Muse, the brain-sensing meditation headband. She's lived with undiagnosed ADD her whole life and used meditation and neuroscience to literally rewire her brain.Links from the episode:Show Notes: mindlove.com/423Join the Mind Love CollectiveSign up for The Morning Mind Love for short daily notes to wake up inspiredSupport Mind Love SponsorsSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

In this episode, the story of a doomsday cult who predicted the exact date and circumstances of the end of the world, and what happened when that date passed and the world did not end.Also, we explore our drive to remain consistent via our desire to reduce cognitive dissonance. When you notice you've done something you believe is wrong, then you will either stop doing that thing or stop believing it is wrong. And if you believe something is true but you come across some information that disconfirms that belief, you'll either change your belief, challenge the validity of the challenging information, or go looking for confirmation you were right all along.Previous EpisodesKitted ShopThe Story of KittedHow Minds ChangeDavid McRaney's BlueSkyDavid McRaney's TwitterYANSS TwitterYANSS FacebookShow NotesNewsletterPatreon Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.