Podcasts about Physiology

Today we have Dr. Dominic D'Agostino, who over the past 10 years has been a frequent guest on STEM-Talk. Today Dom joins us to give us an update on his recent research into ketogenic metabolic therapies, ketone supplements as well as hyperbaric oxygen therapy for traumatic brain injuries. Dom and his lab at the University of South Florida have published more than 20 papers since his last appearance on STEM-Talk in 2023. Dom is an Associate Professor in the Department of Molecular Pharmacology and Physiology at South Florida's Morsani College of Medicine. Dom has a background in neuroscience, molecular pharmacology, nutrition and physiology. In addition to developing and testing metabolic-based therapies, Dom's lab also investigates seizure disorders, brain cancer, neurodegenerative diseases and rare genetic-metabolic disorders. Show notes: [00:03:28] Dawn welcomes Dom back to the show and explaining that he has been quite busy since his last appearance, authoring or co-authoring more than 20 papers. Over the past several years, Dom has been helping to advance the science and application of ketogenic metabolic therapy (KMT) with colleagues at Moffitt Cancer Center, particularly focusing on using KMT to enhance immune-based therapies for certain types of cancers. Dawn asks Dom about this collaboration. [00:05:04] Dawn explains that ketogenic metabolic therapy is a dietary approach that focuses on a high-fat/low-carb diet to reduce glucose availability for cancer cells, potentially slowing their growth and improving treatment outcomes. It has been explored as a complimentary treatment for a variety of cancers including gliomas by shifting the metabolism of tumor cells away from glucose. Dawn asks Dom to explain what is involved in KMT. [00:06:58] Dawn clarifies that KMT requires less than 20-25 grams of carbohydrates per day, and that ketosis is a metabolic state in which the body switches from glucose metabolism to metabolizing fats in the form of ketones. Dawn goes on to explain that cancer cells typically consume glucose at a higher rate than normal cells. However, cancer cells are also very adaptable, and Dawn asks Dom to talk about this feature of cancer cells. [00:09:14] Ken explains that KMT has shown the most promise in treating high-grade gliomas, or brain cancers, such as glioblastoma, which is the most aggressive primary brain tumor in adults. Ken explains that Dom was part of a massive review titled “Clinical research framework proposal for ketogenic metabolic therapy in glioblastoma,” which proposed guidelines for the management of glioblastoma based on an understanding of cancer as a metabolic disease, particularly involving mitochondria. Ken asks Dom to talk about this review. [00:11:21] From a patient advocacy perspective, Ken notes that the review recommends that there should be an aggressive education campaign that can arm patients with knowledge about KMT and other novel therapies. Ken asks Dom to talk about that recommendation. [00:13:15] Ken asks about the process of cutting the review from upwards of 200 pages down to around 50 pages with 49 authors. [00:15:04] Dawn mentions that Dom was part of another paper in 2024 titled “Targeting the mitochondrial stem cell connection in cancer treatment – a hybrid orthomolecular protocol.” Dawn explains that this paper looked at the mitochondrial stem cell connection theory (MSCC), which argues that cancer originates from chronic oxidative phosphorylation insufficiency in stem cells. This insufficiency leads to the formation of cancer stem cells and abnormal energy metabolism ultimately resulting in malignancy. There were 16 research centers and organizations involved in this paper which introduced a hybrid orthomolecular protocol to target the mitochondrial stem-cell connection. Dawn asks Dom to give an overview of MSCC. [00:18:26] Dawn explains that in this paper Dom and his co-authors propose a protocol that would enhance oxidative phosphorylation and inhibit the primary fuels of cancer, glucose and glutamine. This would target both cancer stem cells and metastasis. Dawn asks Dom to explain why this concept is attracting so much interest as a potential therapeutic approach for cancer. [00:20:48] Dawn asks if Dom could discuss the orthomolecular protocol, which is an approach that focuses on preventing and treating diseases by correcting nutritional balances in the body. [00:24:41] Ken asks if the proposed dietary intervention in the orthomolecular approach is different from a standard or typical ketogenic diet. [00:26:48] Ken shifts the discussion to talk about ketone supplements, explaining that Dom recently published a paper titled “Divergent hepatic outcomes of chronic ketone supplementation.” Ken goes on to explain that ketone salts preserve liver health, while some ketone esters and precursors appear to drive inflammation and steatosis. There is a lot of interest in ketone supplementation because they substantially elevate circulating ketones without having to restrict carbohydrates as strictly. The problem, as Ken explains, is that the long-term hepatic safety of ketone supplements remains unclear. In the aforementioned paper, Dom's rodent study evaluated the formulation-dependent impact of chronic ketone supplementation on liver histopathology, inflammatory signaling and systemic biomarkers. Ken asks Dom to discuss this paper and its findings and to give an overview of the various ketone supplements currently available. [00:30:49] Dawn asks Dom to dive into the methods and findings of the rodent study. [00:34:36] Ken asks Dom what his confidence is in the rodent model used in this study, and what are the next step for further research. [00:37:47] Regarding the two different doses given to rats in the study, Ken asks Dom how these doses correlate to doses in humans [00:40:23] Ken mentions that Ben Bikman, who was our guest on episode 143, published a study in February which Dom helped co-author. It examined the effects of ketone supplements on liver function. Ken asks Dom to discuss this study. [00:44:38] Dawn pivots to ask about a joint paper that Dom did with Andrew Koutnik, who was our guest on episode 185, on carbohydrates and physical performance titled “Carbohydrate ingestion on exercise metabolism and physical performance.” Dawn asks Dom to talk about this paper, which showed that a small amount of carbohydrates is sufficient to fuel athletic performance, and how additional carbohydrate intake showed diminishing returns. [00:49:18] Ken follows up on the finding that endurance athletes who rely on carb loading can tend toward pre-diabetes. [00:51:39] Ken asks Dom about the University of South Florida trial that Dom is an advisor for on traumatic brain injury and hyperbaric oxygen therapy. [00:54:41] Dawn mentions that Dom recently had an editorial in Frontiers that gave an overview of the emerging applications of hyperbaric/hyperbaric-oxygen therapy in the treatment of different neurological disorders. Dawn asks Dom what the key points in that editorial were. [00:59:06] Dawn explains that Dom recently gave a lecture at IHMC (available to view on IHMC's YouTube page), on traumatic brain injury and the populations at greatest risk in that context. Dawn asks Dom to give an overview of how an injury to the brain can result in neurometabolic crisis. [01:02:53] Ken asks Dom, excluding occupation demographics, what demographic is most at risk for traumatic brain injury (TBI) and why. [01:04:45] Ken mentions that it is understandable the risk that young people face with TBI due to the activities that young people engage in. Older people, however, have increased risk of TBI from falling as well as an additional age-related biological component that young people are not subject to. Ken asks Dom to elaborate on this. [01:07:12] Dawn mentions that several years ago, Dom and his wife bought some acreage in the countryside and started farming and asks Dom how the farm life is going. [01:07:57] Dawn closes the interview asking how Dom's wife is doing.

Kamini Wood reframes the conventional narrative surrounding burnout, arguing that it is not merely an output problem caused by overworking, but a systemic failure that occurs when individuals run on a "survival operating system" for years. For high achievers, standard interventions like vacations and extra sleep fail to provide long-term restoration because they only address surface-level fatigue without soothing a chronically activated sympathetic nervous system. Kamini explains how constant vigilance, monitoring environments, and absorbing others' stress trap the body in a heightened baseline that suppresses vital parasympathetic functions, leading to somatic symptoms like digestive issues, brain fog, and emotional disconnection. Rather than treating this profound depletion as a personal failure or character flaw, listeners are invited to distinguish between basic tiredness and survival burnout, utilizing low-stakes micro-moments of somatic safety and intentional co-regulation to help the nervous system genuinely recalibrate.

We often imagine that high-level thinking requires the brain to work at maximum, burning capacity. In reality, neuroscience shows that highly intelligent brains are actually models of supreme efficiency. This episode explores the Neural Efficiency Hypothesis, revealing how a perfectly paved prefrontal cortex allows top-tier problem solvers to burn less energy while doing heavy mental lifting.

Ten University of Idaho graduate students who participated in a recent tour of the state's potato industry witnessed the full supply chain.

The FIFA World Cup is taking place across the United States, Canada, and Mexico. It's often called the beautiful game, but is it really more science than art? This episode features Rachael Ralph, Hugh Hunt, and Alex Grantham on the physics of football; Tom Brownlee on elite player performance; Gill Cook on the psychology of fans; and Jan Wendt on whether AI can assemble a top squad. Like this podcast? Please help us by supporting the Naked Scientists

Summer isn't just a season; it's a high-stakes training block. In this episode, we break down the science of marathon heat training and why you should view these humid months as the "Poor Man's Altitude." We move past the marketing hype to explore the physiological reality of thermal stress, plasma volume expansion, and why your watch data needs a serious reality check when the mercury rises.In this episode, we cover:The Physiology of the Heat: Why your heart rate changes which isn't a loss of fitness, blood plasma volume and how you can take advantage of that. Safety & Red Lines: The critical differences between heat exhaustion and heat stroke, and how to spot the "hidden" dangers of hyponatremia.The Gear Audit: We demystify fabric technology—why GSM (Grams per Square Meter) matters more than branding, the science behind polyester vs. nylon, and why going shirtless is actually less efficient than wearing high-performance UPF 50+ gear.Actionable Protocols: How to calculate your personal sweat rate, the 1000mg-per-liter sodium rule, and the "slushie" pre-cooling method to buy yourself an extra 10–15 minutes of threshold performance.The Effort-First Override: Why you should ditch "Current Pace" on your watch, embrace the 15–40 second per mile "heat tax," and how to use run-walk cycles to stay under your critical temperature ceiling.Our website: https://www.marathonjournal.comInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/runningpodcastYouTube: https://youtube.com/@marathonjournalFollow us on Strava: https://www.strava.com/athletes/30798607Our website: https://www.marathonjournal.comInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/runningpodcastConnect with Us:Connect with Us:Follow us on Strava: https://www.strava.com/athletes/30798607

What if the biggest lie you've ever been told about your health is that your brain is destined to decline?Justin Harris is joined by Dr. Tommy Wood, who currently works as an Associate Professor of Pediatrics and Neuroscience at the University of Washington, where my laboratory focuses on brain health across the lifespan — conducting research that focuses on ways to treat a range of brain injuries. This includes babies born preterm, adults who experience brain trauma, and the confluence of factors that can affect long-term cognitive function and risk of dementia.​Dr. Tommy Wood received a Bachelor's degree in biochemistry from the University of Cambridge, a medical degree from the University of Oxford, and a PhD in Physiology and Neuroscience from the University of Oslo. He has published dozens of scientific papers and lectured all over the world about brain health, metabolism, physical activity, and human performance. Dr. Tommy also spent more than a decade working as a performance consultant to professional athletes in multiple sports including several Olympians and world champions. In this episode, we dive into one of the most important conversations in modern health: how to protect, strengthen, and future-proof your brain. Dr. Tommy Wood breaks down why cognitive decline is not inevitable and how your daily choices, your epigenetic inputs, play a powerful role in shaping brain health across your entire lifespan.From neuroplasticity and skill-building to sleep, social connection, and metabolic health, this episode delivers a practical, science-backed blueprint for long-term cognitive performance.______________________________________________________If you wish to learn more from Dr. Tommy Wood, check out the following links:Check out his book entitled "The Stimulated Mind" it is now available wherever books are sold and is available as an audiobook on Spotify PremiumCheck out his website at drtommywood.com Follow him on Instagram: @DrTommyWoodListen to his Podcast: Better Brain Fitness______________________________________________________Keep yourself up to date on The DNA Talks Podcast! Follow our socials below:The DNA Talks Podcast Instagram: @dnatalkspodcastThe DNA Company Instagram: @thednacoThe DNA Company's Official Tiktok Account: @thednaco3Medical Disclaimer:  The information provided in this communication is for general informational purposes only and is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified healthcare provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition. Never disregard professional medical advice or delay in seeking it because of something you have read here. If you think you may have a medical emergency, call your doctor or 911 immediately.

Circadian rhythm—our endogenous biological clock—has synchronized life with Earth's rotation for billions of years, from bacteria to humans. How does this specifically affect humans?

If you are focusing on improving your FatMax in 2026, you're likely wasting time and money. 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Last year researchers conducted more than seven hundred fifty investigations in the orbital laboratory of the International Space Station.

This is the first Q&A of The Future of Religion, and the questions did exactly what good questions do — they pulled the lecture into places I had not planned to take it. Ilia opens by reframing my religion before belief lecture in her own cosmological key, and then we are off: three centimeters per second and the C-fibers, the knife edge at fifty bodies where the old bonding mechanisms fail and religion has to be invented, the fallacy of misplaced concreteness, the Baptist accidentally serving Eucharist at an Episcopal cathedral, and the line that closed it — what if success as clergy is not rewriting the score, but learning to play the music that is already in the room? More than a thousand of you are in this class now. The questions are doing the work. You can WATCH the conversation on YouTube Join our online class – THE FUTURE OF RELIGION⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Tripp and Ilia Delio are teaming up for a brand-new four-week online class, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠The Future of Religion ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠— for everyone who's read the books, asked the questions, and realized the faith they inherited doesn't quite fit anymore. Together they'll trace religion's evolutionary arc and map what's emerging on the other side. Includes 4 video lectures, 4 live Q&As (replays available), and a community of fellow travelers. Donation-based, pay what you're able (including $0). Live sessions start this month — register at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠www.thefutureofreligion.com⁠⁠⁠ This podcast is a ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Homebrewed Christianity ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠production. Follow ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠the Homebrewed Christianity⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Theology Nerd Throwdown⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, & ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠The Rise of Bonhoeffer⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ podcasts for more theological goodness for your earbuds. Join over 75,000 other people by joining our ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Substack - Process This!⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Get instant access to over 50 classes at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠www.TheologyClass.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Follow the podcast, drop a review⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, send ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠feedback/questions⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ or become a ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠member of the HBC Community⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

When a panic attack hits, the hardest thing in the world is to believe it will pass. Your heart is racing, your chest feels tight, and your brain is screaming danger. But I want you to hear me clearly: It will pass. It always passes.In this 10-minute episode, we break down the physiology of panic and use a simple, clinically proven breathing reset to step on your nervous system's brake pedal.

Every autumn, Arctic ground squirrels do something no other mammal on Earth can survive: they let their bodies freeze. This episode unpacks the extraordinary physiology behind supercooling, from the molecular scaffolding that keeps ice crystals from forming in living tissue to the brain changes that make weeks of near-death possible. If you have ever wondered where biology ends and the genuinely miraculous begins, this is the episode.

Cole Zesiger is a breakup and relationship coach, author, and content creator who specializes in helping people navigate heartbreak, healing, and healthy relationships. After experiencing a divorce at 23 and another difficult breakup soon after, Cole began openly sharing his journey online, eventually growing an audience of more than 750,000 followers across Instagram, TikTok, YouTube, and other platforms. Through his coaching programs, online community, and content, he has helped over 2,000 people work through breakups, strengthen their self-worth, improve communication, and build healthier relationships. His practical approach blends psychology, attachment theory, faith, and real-world experience to help people either reconcile in healthier ways or move forward with peace and confidence. Cole grew up in Utah and served as a missionary in the Manila Philippines Mission. He married his wife, Jocelyn, in 2023, and together they are raising their daughter, Daisy. When he's not coaching or creating content, Cole enjoys playing guitar, dirt biking, wildlife photography, and exploring the mountains. His debut book, Ex's and No's: The Breakup Advice You Don't Want to Hear, offers a roadmap for rebuilding confidence, healing attachment wounds, and creating lasting love. Links Ex’s and No’s: The Breakup Advice You Don’t Want to Hear CoachColeZesiger.com Watch the video and share your thoughts in the Zion Lab community Transcript available with the video in the Zion Lab community Highlights Cole Zesiger discusses navigating early divorce and breakups within the Young Single Adult (YSA) community of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. The conversation focuses on dismantling the spiritual stigma surrounding failed marriages and provides actionable methods for processing relationship trauma. 00:02:06 – Cole’s Journey Through Divorce 00:05:08 – The Reality of Early Marriage Challenges 00:07:56 – Understanding Attachment Styles 00:10:41 – The Impact of Divorce on Self-Perception 00:12:27 – The Aftermath of Divorce 00:14:06 – Reflecting on Past Relationships 00:17:14 – The Importance of Community Support 00:20:27 – Addressing the YSA Experience with Divorce 00:22:09 – Normalizing Divorce in Church Culture 00:24:34 – Understanding God’s Role in Relationships 00:27:10 – Creating Depth in Relationships 00:30:02 – The Importance of Service in Marriage 00:32:11 – Supporting Those Experiencing Divorce 00:35:37 – Best Practices for YSA Leaders 00:39:30 – Building a Present Worth Living In Key Insights The Perfection Stigma: Many young Latter-day Saints internalize a strict cultural path (e.g., mission, temple marriage) as a guarantee of success, leading to intense shame, identity crises, and a sense of absolute personal failure if a marriage ends in divorce. Anxious Attachment and Relationship Mechanics: Childhood and mission environments can inadvertently cultivate anxious attachment styles, causing individuals to compulsively try to “will a relationship into existence” or over-sacrifice personal needs rather than assessing core value compatibility. God's Will and Adversity: Divine promptings to marry do not mean God guaranteed a problem-free relationship; rather, adversity and divorce can be part of a broader spiritual landscape designed to build critical emotional skills and resilience. The Physiology of Heartbreak: Neurologically, overcoming a major breakup mimics chemical detox patterns seen in severe substance withdrawals, highlighting that the profound grief experienced by individuals is an intense physiological reality that requires intentional time to navigate. Active Relationship Maintenance: Sustainable long-term intimacy requires entering the “deep end” of a relationship by prioritizing consistent service actions strictly to maintain one's own love for their partner rather than doing so out of a codependent need for constant reciprocation. Leadership Applications Initiate Purposeful Social Inclusion: Leaders should deliberately look out for divorced or grieving ward members, actively connecting them to peer networks and social activities to replace isolation with a forward-looking sense of belonging. Shift the Spiritual Narrative: When counseling individuals facing separation, leaders can help reframe their perspective from viewing divorce as an identity-defining failure or sin to treating it as a difficult life trial that offers space for grace and personal growth. The award-winning Leading Saints Podcast is one of the top independent Latter-day Saints podcasts as part of nonprofit Leading Saints’ mission to help Latter-day Saints be better prepared to lead. Find Leadership Tools, Courses, and Community for Latter-day Saint leaders in the Zion Lab community. Learn more and listen to any of the past episodes for free at LeadingSaints.org. Past guests include Emily Belle Freeman, David Butler, Hank Smith, John Bytheway, Reyna and Elena Aburto, Liz Wiseman, Stephen M. R. Covey, Benjamin Hardy, Elder Alvin F. Meredith III, Julie Beck, Brad Wilcox, Jody Moore, Tony Overbay, John H. Groberg, Elaine Dalton, Tad R. Callister, Lynn G. Robbins, J. Devn Cornish, Bonnie Oscarson, Dennis B. 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In dharma practice, we could say, the elemental components are physiology, psychology & spirituality.  We develop each of these elements of the practice.  And each element supports and strengthens the others.  In this talk, Peter Doobinin describes how we might think of our practice in this ... and how these elements of dharma practice, when developed, lead us to a greater happiness in this life.  The dharma talk was given in February 2026. NY Dharma: www.nydharma.org 

In this episode, we are joined by Dr Ina Schmidt, Consultant Anaesthetist, Intensivist, Flight Physician, and President of ICARUS e.V., to examine what truly changes when critical care leaves the ground. Drawing on extensive experience at the intersection of intensive care and aviation medicine, Dr Schmidt discusses why aeromedical medicine should be regarded as a distinct speciality rather than simply “EMS in the sky.”Together, we explore the unique physiological and operational challenges of patient care at altitude, from hypobaric hypoxia and environmental stressors to the complexities of monitoring critically ill patients in confined, high-noise environments. We also examine the future of in-flight critical care, including the broader evolution toward continuous, wireless, non-invasive haemodynamic monitoring and how emerging technologies may reshape the delivery of intensive care in the air.ICARUS (International Community for Aeromedical Research and Universal Standards) is an international professional association dedicated to advancing aeromedical transport medicine through research, education, quality improvement, and the development of evidence-based standards. Based in Germany, the organisation brings together clinicians, researchers, educators, and industry leaders to improve patient safety and outcomes during air medical transport. ICARUS promotes a patient-centred approach to critical care transport and retrieval medicine, supports collaborative research and audits, develops educational programmes and certifications, and advocates for the recognition of aeromedical transport medicine as a specialised medical discipline. Through its global network, webinars, conferences, committees, and academic partnerships, ICARUS aims to establish universal standards that enhance the quality and safety of aeromedical operations worldwide. More can be found here: https://icarus-aeromedical.org/VitalStream from BHA Medical sponsors this podcast: Closing the Haemodynamic Blind Spots in Acute and Pre-Hospital CareVitalStream is a wireless, wearable, non-invasive haemodynamic monitoring platform designed to deliver continuous, real-time physiological data, so you're not relying purely on intermittent cuff readings when patients are unstable, moving, or in non-traditional care environments.BHA Medical's VitalStream solution focuses on integrating this level of monitoring into acute care workflows, streaming real-time data to a centralised platform, supporting earlier recognition of deterioration and more informed clinical decision-making.In corridor medicine, where patients are often managed outside traditional monitored spaces, the challenge is missed deterioration between spot checks. Continuous trending helps reduce those “blind spots,” enabling earlier identification of haemodynamic decline and better prioritisation when systems are under pressure.And in pre-hospital care, the value is in maintaining a clear physiological narrative from first patient contact through to hospital handover. VitalStream is designed for rapid deployment, applied, calibrated, and delivers data within around 90 seconds, using a low-pressure finger sensor that allows teams to follow trends in real time, rather than relying on isolated snapshots.For more information, visit: https://www.bha-medical.com/vitalstream-patient-monitoring

With a carnivore diet, Mimi improved RA, PD, Asthma, Spinal MRSA. She went from fighting to walk 10 steps to now being a Personal Fitness Trainer, Certified PWR!Moves Trainer, MS Certified, TPI Golf Fitness Trainer, and a Metabolic Health Coach specializing in helping those with Neurological disorders reclaim their health. Socials: X: @mimikmorgan IG: @mimimorgank YouTube: Mimi Morgan@Just10MoreSteps Website: Just10MoreSteps.com Timestamps: 00:00 Trailer 00:48 Introduction 04:29 Discussing Parkinson's symptoms 07:30 Managing limb dystonia with diet 11:40 Discovering the carnivore diet 16:13 Recovery and medical support 17:48 Choosing a different health path 21:34 Living with pain and staying active 25:15 Reaching a breaking point 28:29 Reflecting on early struggles 29:51 Overcoming challenges with recovery 33:00 Embracing vulnerability and new beginnings 37:18 Physiology and strength gains 40:30 Discussing a gym accident 46:12 Taking control of personal health 47:15 Prioritizing health and empowerment 50:45 Inspiring healthy habits in family 56:11 Overcoming study challenges 57:31 Upcoming Spanish trail journey Join Revero now to regain your health: https://revero.com/YT Revero.com is an online medical clinic for treating chronic diseases with this root-cause approach of nutrition therapy. You can get access to medical providers, personalized nutrition therapy, biomarker tracking, lab testing, ongoing clinical care, and daily coaching. You will also learn everything you need with educational videos, hundreds of recipes, and articles to make this easy for you. Join the Revero team (medical providers, etc): https://revero.com/jobs ‪#Revero #ReveroHealth #shawnbaker  #Carnivorediet #MeatHeals #AnimalBased #ZeroCarb #DietCoach  #FatAdapted #Carnivore #sugarfree Disclaimer: The content on this channel is not medical advice. Please consult your healthcare provider.

You might think opting for a sugar-free soda saves your smile from destruction, but bizarrely, the dental truth is flipped completely on its head. This episode breaks down the strange science of chemical chelation, revealing how the extra citric acid hidden in diet drinks aggressively binds to the calcium in your mouth, stripping it away. Tune in to find out why a calorie-free fizzy drink can actually melt your protective enamel faster than its sugary counterpart.

Show notes: (0:00) Intro (1:01) Dr. Tommy Wood's background in neuroscience and performance (3:00) Brain injury, concussions, and dementia risk (4:36) Why many dementia cases may be preventable (8:49) Hearing loss, vision loss, and brain stimulation (10:33) Air pollution, air filters, and B vitamins (14:29) Blood pressure, stress, and dementia prevention (20:58) Homocysteine, B vitamins, and omega-3s (26:22) Fish oil, omega-3 index, and supplement quality (33:55) Learning skills, sports, video games, and brain training (41:44) Sleep, recovery, alcohol, and long-term brain health (47:58) Where to find Dr. Tommy (49:02) Outro Who is Dr. Tommy Wood?   Dr. Tommy Wood is a neuroscientist, researcher, and athletic performance consultant focused on brain health, human performance, and long-term cognitive function. He is an Associate Professor of Pediatrics and Neuroscience at the University of Washington, where his lab studies brain health across the lifespan, including newborn brain injury, adult brain trauma, concussions, and dementia risk. Dr. Wood earned his biochemistry degree from the University of Cambridge, his medical degree from the University of Oxford, and his PhD in Physiology and Neuroscience from the University of Oslo. He has published many scientific papers, lectured around the world, and worked with professional athletes, Olympians, world champions, and Formula 1 drivers. He is also the author of The Stimulated Mind and co-host of the Better Brain Fitness podcast. Connect with Dr. Tommy: Website: https://www.drtommywood.com/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/thomas-wood-35b685a8/ IG: https://www.instagram.com/drtommywood/   Grab a copy: https://www.drtommywood.com/stimulated-mind   Tune in: https://www.drtommywood.com/podcast Links and Resources: Peak Performance Life  Peak Performance on Facebook Peak Performance on Instagram    

In this episode, we explore the distinction between compliance and willingness in the horse–human relationship. Here we discuss learned helplessness, latency and behavioral enthusiasm, stress physiology, emotional engagement during training, and what willingness may look like behaviorally. Outward obedience does not always reflect the horse's internal emotional experience and invites listeners to observe training interactions with greater curiosity and nuance.Sources & Further ReadingsLearned Helplessness & Animal BehaviorSeligman, M. E. P. (1972). Learned helplessness. Annual Review of Medicine, 23, 407–412. Hall, C., Goodwin, D., Heleski, C., Randle, H., & Waran, N. (2008). Is there evidence of learned helplessness in horses? Journal of Applied Animal Welfare Science, 11(3), 249–266. Stress Physiology & WelfareChristensen, J. W., et al. (2006). Effects of training methods on stress responses in horses. Physiology & Behavior, 89(4), 489–497. von Lewinski, M., et al. (2013). Cortisol release, heart rate, and behavior during horse training. Journal of Veterinary Behavior, 8(6), 401–407. Equitation Science & Learning TheoryMcGreevy, P. D., & McLean, A. N. (2010). Equitation Science. Wiley-Blackwell. McLean, A. N., & McGreevy, P. D. (2007). The role of learning theory in equitation. Journal of Veterinary Behavior, 2(4), 108–118. Positive Engagement & Human InteractionSankey, C., et al. (2010). Positive interactions lead to lasting positive memories in horses. Animal Behaviour, 79(4), 869–875.

A small 2026 randomized controlled trial found that adding low-dose dextromethorphan (DXM, 15 mg twice daily) to ongoing SSRI treatment significantly reduced Yale-Brown Obsessive Compulsive Scale (Y-BOCS) scores in adults with SSRI-resistant OCD, dropping from about 26.6 to 16.3 over 12 weeks versus little change on placebo. Strengths include its double-blind, placebo-controlled design, strong statistical effect size, excellent tolerability with no reported side effects, and alignment with the glutamatergic hypothesis of OCD. Limitations center on the tiny sample size (n=40), single-center location in Iran, lack of secondary outcomes or long-term follow-up, and potential pharmacokinetic variability from SSRI interactions; broader evidence from meta-analyses of other glutamatergic agents supports the approach but calls for larger confirmatory trials.

What if everything you've been told about fitness, hormones, dieting, and “healthy habits” was built for the WRONG body? In this episode of Mayim Bialik's Breakdown, Dr. Stacy Sims (exercise physiologist and leading expert in female nutrition & performance) exposes the shocking truth about why women are STILL misunderstood in science, and how it's silently wrecking health, metabolism, and longevity. Dr. Sims breaks down: – Why women are drastically underrepresented in research (and why it's more complicated than just sexism) – Hidden biological & hormonal differences that make “one-size-fits-all” health advice completely ineffective for women – Dark side of GLP-1 weight loss drugs, diet culture, and over-exercising, and how they're quietly destroying quality of life – Strength training: Why lifting heavy is the key to fat loss, brain health, longevity, & hormonal balance – Alarming link between contraceptives, brain development, anxiety, & bone density in young women – Why fasting doesn't work the same for women & how it can backfire hard – Why women NEED higher body fat & why chasing “lean” can be harmful – Overlooked connection between muscle, glucose control, brain function, & osteoporosis prevention – How poor nutrition is ruining your sleep (and the surprising food that can fix it fast) – Dangers hiding in peptides – Why most multivitamins are failing you (and how too much of ONE nutrient can actually harm you) – Nutrient deficiencies almost everyone is dealing with (especially if you're busy, stressed, & overworked) – Why diet & exercise feel impossible for so many women & the systemic reasons behind it – Science behind saunas, cold plunges, & whether they're actually worth it – Creatine explained like never before: brain fog, stress resilience, ADHD, sleep cycles, muscle performance - who needs it & how much – Why you might be drinking water WRONG (and how overhydration is making you bloated) – Shocking differences in lifespan vs. healthspan between men and women, especially for Alzheimer's & dementia – How strength training can literally protect your brain as you age – 5 NON-NEGOTIABLE habits every woman needs during perimenopause & menopause – Fiber intake mistakes that are wrecking gut health and hormones (especially after 40) – Why Hormone Replacement Therapy isn't the answer for everyone, and what to do instead – How AI & social media are spreading dangerous health misinformation (why women are the biggest targets!) This isn't just another health episode, this is a wake-up call. If you've ever felt like your body isn't responding the way it “should”…you're not broken. The system is. This could be the most important health conversation you hear this year! If you're struggling with OCD or unrelenting intrusive thoughts, NOCD can help. Book a free 15 minute call to get started: https://learn.nocd.com/BREAK They can't harm you, if they can't find you! Use code MAYIM at the link below and get 60% off an annual plan: https://incogni.com/mayim Get 20% off all IQ Bar products - plus free shipping by texting BREAKDOWN to 64000.For a limited time, get $250 off Cove Pure water filtration at http://www.covepure.com/breakdown Get 15% off + a FREE bottle of MassZymes ($20 value) when you go to https://bioptimizers.com/breaker and use code BREAKER. Limited-time offer, only available through this link (not on Amazon or in stores). Grab it while it lasts. Revised edition of Dr. Stacy Sims book, ROAR: Match Your Food and Fitness to Your Unique Female Physiology for Optimum Performance, Great Health, and a Strong Body for Life: https://www.penguinrandomhouse.com/books/592889/roar-revised-edition-by-stacy-t-sims-phd-with-selene-yeager/ Follow us on Substack for Exclusive Bonus Content: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://bialikbreakdown.substack.com/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠BialikBreakdown.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠YouTube.com/mayimbialik⁠⁠⁠ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

We talked about some of the strangest and coolest research topics in endurance sports for this episode! Basically, the science discussions went long, so we just ran with it.The main discussion was on how to stop cramps, laying out 10 theories. But put on your tin foil hats, because we think the cramping conspiracy runs deep. Our theory: cramping is connected to fatigue resistance is connected to all endurance performance, and thinking about cramp prevention might revolutionize all training theory even for athletes who never cramp. IT GOES DEEP!We also talked about a new missing link heat study, connecting altitude blood changes to long-term passive heat training. It was especially weird because the researchers were unsure of exactly why it happened. Those are the most fun study moments!Other topics: very short-term changes in fat max and fat oxidation (featuring the wildest figure we have seen in a long time), the difficulty of studies due to large error bars and small effect sizes, the crossover point in metabolic research, the incredible Dark Wizard documentary, and a question on relationships.For a clue about what was censored, here's the hint: I caught mommy [bleeping] [bleepa blaus].We love you all! HUZZAH!-David and MeganClick "Get 40% Off" button for 40% off at The Feed here: thefeed.com/swapBuy Janji's amazing gear: https://janji.com (code "SWAP")The Wahoo KICKR Run is the best treadmill on the market: https://www.wahoofitness.com/devices/running/treadmills/kickr-run-buy (code “SWAP”)For training plans, weekly bonus podcasts, heart rate zones, articles, and videos: patreon.com/swap

It's time to build your family's future on a foundation of true health and freedom. Join us at Future Foundations—because your future generations deserve the best start to the mission that will outlive us… Check it out here. Use code FREEDOM25 for 25% off!    Whether you're looking for tinctures, topicals or teas or a deeper connection to your INNATE healing capacity, Noble Task Homestead is here to serve you. Join the movement. Visit NobleTaskHomestead.com/noblestan today and enjoy a 10% discount on your order.   San Diego area residents, take advantage of our special New Patient offer exclusively for podcast listeners here. We can't wait to experience miracles with you!   Welcome to a new episode of the Future Generations podcast! Today, Dr. Stanton Hom is joined by Dr. Cassie Wuthrich, a physician who challenges the foundations of modern and even "wellness" medicine by putting truth, integrity, and human physiology back at the center. In this conversation, Dr. Cassie unpacks why your body is never wrong, how a parent's internal state can literally shape a child's health (down to tooth mineralization), and why chasing the next protocol, peptide, or supplement often pulls us further from true healing. Together, they explore the paradox of healing, the power of a mother's coherence, and what it means to live in such deep alignment with God, self, and others that your very presence becomes medicine.   Highlights: "You can have a lot of right answers in medicine and still be far from the truth, because the truth requires the actual human in front of you."   "A mother healing herself is one of the most powerful ways to heal her child."   "We're trying to micromanage the body into outcomes that are unnatural, instead of putting ourselves back in our proper place with nature."   "True generosity is giving everything you've got and not feeling depleted—your body knows if it's pure, and it shows up in your chemistry."   Timestamps: Top 10 Timestamps (Title Only) 00:02 – The unseen work behind the mic: public speaking, pain, and purpose 07:53 – How a parent's internal state shapes a child's teeth and health 09:28 – Peptides, protocols, and why state determines how the body uses them 11:21 – The body's brilliance: why it's never just "sniper precision" medicine 15:01 – Right answers vs. true answers in modern medicine 22:07 – Peptides, vascularization, and the quiet rise of cancer 23:29 – "When the mother heals, the child heals" and the threat to the system 28:58 – From pharma to wellness: how both sides still try to play God 34:06 – The paradox of healing: why trying harder can block real change 48:39 – True generosity, mirror neurons, and the chemistry of integrity   Resources:   Remember to Rate, Review, and Subscribe on iTunes and Follow us on Spotify!   Learn more about Dr. Stanton Hom on:   Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drstantonhom    Website: https://futuregenerationssd.com/  Podcast Website: https://thefuturegen.com  Twitter: https://twitter.com/drstantonhom   LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/stanhomdc   Stay Connected with the Future Generations Podcast:   Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/futuregenpodcast   Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/futuregenpodcast/     About Dr. Cassie Wuthrich Dr. Cassie Wuthrich is originally from West Texas but currently resides in Southern California. She received her undergraduate degree at Texas Tech University and attended Bastyr University California to complete her Doctorate in Naturopathic Medicine.   Her health and life was forever changed by being diagnosed with multiple "incurable diseases" and diving into the worlds of both allopathic and natural medicine to find True medicine. She has been completely consumed with a passion and respect for what she calls 'the most beautiful, honest, life-giving medicine she has ever found.'  Dr. Cassie's purpose is to provide medicine that Truly heals and education that demystifies healing. She wants to show you the power of you and how your life is your medicine. The desire to go off grid and have the ability to grow your own food has never been stronger than before. No matter the size of your property, Food Forest Abundance can help you design a regenerative layout that utilizes your resources in the most synergistic and sustainable manner. 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In this episode of Medsider Radio, we sat down with Antony Odell, co-founder and CEO of Echopoint Medical.Echopoint is a London-based UCL spinout developing iKOr, an optical microcatheter for coronary diagnostics.Antony brings over 30 years of medtech experience across Johnson & Johnson, Fresenius, and Stryker, before transitioning into startups as CEO of Tayside Flow Technologies and Tissue Regenix. He holds a BSc in Physiology and Biochemistry.In this interview, Antony discusses translating academic IP into a commercial device, choosing early clinical sites to balance speed and learning, managing non-dilutive funding as a long-term discipline, and outlines the most important responsibilities of an early-stage medtech CEO.Before we dive into the discussion, I wanted to mention a few things:First, if you're into learning from medical device founders and CEOs and want to know when new interviews are live, head over to Medsider.com and sign up for our free newsletter.And if you're ready to level up your medtech game, you should check out Medsider Courses — 8-week masterclasses covering topics like fundraising, M&A and exit planning, design and development, clinical and regulatory strategy, and commercialization.These courses, featuring hard-earned lessons from elite medtech CEOs, can be purchased individually or come free with our All-Access Pass.If you'd rather read than listen, here's a link to the full interview with Antony Odell, which includes a link to ScottBot — an AI version of host Scott Nelson trained on every Medsider interview and playbook. Feel free to ask ScottBot any questions you'd like!KEY MOMENTS FROM THE INTERVIEW(03:06) - How Antony's career centered on translating clinical insights into commercial reality (05:54) - What Echopoint's iKOr does, and why 40% of cath lab patients leave without a diagnosis (12:13) - How Echopoint landed its first U.S. clinical site, and what that means for the company (13:48) - What to assess before spinning out an academic idea, and why clinician input is the first real test (20:14) - Why Echopoint chose Barts over typical sites for its first-in-human study (22:58) - How getting too close to one clinical site can lead to dangerous groupthink (30:54) - Why non-dilutive funding belongs on the board agenda permanently (39:54) - How CEOs should manage boards, control information flow, and avoid becoming a “glorified note-taker”

If you enjoy this episode, we're sure you will enjoy more content like this on The Occult Rejects.  In fact, we have curated playlists on occult topics like grimoires, esoteric concepts and phenomena, occult history, analyzing true crime and cults with an occult lens, Para politics, and occultism in music. Whether you enjoy consuming your content visually or via audio, we've got you covered - and it will always be provided free of charge.  So, if you enjoy what we do and want to support our work of providing accessible, free content on various platforms, please consider making a donation to the links provided below.  Thank you and enjoy the episode!Links For The Occult Rejectshttps://linktr.ee/theoccultrejectsOccult Research Institutehttps://www.occultresearchinstitute.org/Cash Apphttps://cash.app/$theoccultrejectsVenmo@TheOccultRejectsBuy Me A Coffeebuymeacoffee.com/TheOccultRejectsPatreonhttps://www.patreon.com/TheOccultRejectsFull show-notes bibliographyCore EEG and oscillationsAbubaker, M., & Dankaerts, W. (2021). Working memory and cross-frequency coupling of neuronal oscillations. *Frontiers in Psychology, 12*, 742860.Axmacher, N., Henseler, M. M., Jensen, O., Weinreich, I., Elger, C. E., & Fell, J. (2010). 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B., et al. (2025). Sleep spindles and slow oscillations predict cognition and biomarkers of neurodegeneration in mild to moderate Alzheimer's disease. *Alzheimer's & Dementia, 21*, e14424.Hypnagogia, N1, and dream incubationHorowitz, A. H., Esfahany, S., Boyle, M. R., et al. (2023). Targeted dream incubation at sleep onset increases post-sleep creative performance. *Scientific Reports, 13*, 5055.Lacaux, C., Andrillon, T., Bastoul, D., et al. (2021). Sleep onset is a creative sweet spot. *Science Advances, 7*(50), eabj5866.Meditation, prayer, chanting, and yoga nidraDatta, K., Mallick, H. N., Tripathi, M., Ahuja, G. K., & Deepak, K. K. (2022). Electrophysiological evidence of local sleep during yoga nidra practice in young male volunteers. *Frontiers in Neurology, 13*, 910794.Dobrakowski, P., Błaszkiewicz, M., & Skalski, S. (2020). 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Waking EEG spectral power and coherence differences between highly hypnotizable and low hypnotizable subjects. *International Journal of Clinical and Experimental Hypnosis, 59*(2), 144–164.Mendoza, M. E., & Capafons, A. (2024). Neural correlates of hypnosis: A systematic narrative review. *Frontiers in Psychology, 15*, 1327738.Ritual rhythm, trance, and synchronyHuels, E. R., Kim, H. S., Lee, U., & Mollaahmetoglu, O. M. (2021). Neural correlates of the shamanic state of consciousness. *Frontiers in Human Neuroscience, 15*, 610466.Mogan, R., Fischer, R., & Bulbulia, J. A. (2017). To be in synchrony or not? A meta-analysis of synchrony's effects on behavior, perception, cognition and affect. *Journal of Experimental Social Psychology, 72*, 13–20.Tarr, B., Launay, J., & Dunbar, R. I. M. (2016). 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Episode SummaryWomen have up to 70-80% lower creatine stores than men — and most of us have never been told that. In this episode Lisa digs into what that means for your brain, sleep, mood, muscles, and energy, and why creatine may be one of the most underreported tools in women's health right now.What You'll LearnWhat creatine actually is and why it matters beyond the gymWhy women have lower creatine stores — and why that gap widens in perimenopauseHow creatine supports brain energy (ATP) and what happens when levels run lowThe research on creatine and memory, processing speed, and mental clarityWhy creatine may reduce depression symptoms — more so in women than menCreatine and sleep: the adenosine mechanism, the 2024 women's RCT, and the 2025 perimenopause findingsThe University of Kansas Alzheimer's pilot studyCreatine + resistance training for muscle and bone health over 40How much to take: 5g for general health vs. 10g for brain-specific benefitsStart HereReady to heal your metabolism? thinlicious.com/happyStudies ReferencedCognitive Function & MemoryXu et al. (2024) — Creatine & Cognitive Function: Systematic Review & Meta-Analysis. Frontiers in Nutrition.Depression in WomenLyoo et al. (2012) — Creatine Augmentation for SSRI in Women With Major Depression. American Journal of Psychiatry.Systematic Review & Meta-Analysis: Creatine for Depression (2025). British Journal of Nutrition.SleepDworak et al. (2017) — Creatine Reduces Sleep Need & Homeostatic Sleep Pressure in Rats. Journal of Sleep Research.Aguiar Bonfim Cruz et al. (2024) — Creatine Improves Sleep in Naturally Menstruating Females. Nutrients.Gordji-Nejad et al. (2024) — Single Dose Creatine Improves Cognition During Sleep Deprivation. Scientific Reports.Hall et al. (2025) — Creatine + Resistance Training in Peri/Postmenopausal Women: Sleep, Cognition, Strength. JISSN.Alzheimer's DiseaseSmith et al. (2025) — Creatine Monohydrate Pilot in Alzheimer's: Brain Creatine & Cognition. Alzheimer's & Dementia.Brain Dosing: The Case for 10gDechent et al. (1999) — Creatine Increases Brain Creatine by 8.7% in Human Neuroimaging Study. American Journal of Physiology.Candow et al. — Higher Creatine Doses for Brain Bioenergetics. Journal of Psychiatry and Brain Science.Dr. Rhonda Patrick on 10g brain dosing (@foundmyfitness)Medical Disclaimer: For educational purposes only. Not medical advice. Always consult your doctor before starting any new supplement.

In this episode, Dr. Brendan McCarthy dives deep into the psychology of ultra-processed foods, compulsive eating, shame, and why so many people feel trapped in unhealthy food cycles. This conversation goes far beyond calories and willpower. Dr. McCarthy explains how ultra-processed and hyper-palatable foods are intentionally engineered to drive repeat consumption, how emotional memories and stress shape cravings, and why shame-based nutrition advice often makes the problem worse instead of better. Topics covered in this episode include: • How ultra-processed foods affect the brain • Why compulsive eating is learned — and can be unlearned • The connection between trauma, stress, and food cravings • The difference between guilt and shame • How marketing and emotional associations shape eating habits • Why “clean eating” language can be harmful • The neuroscience of cravings, dopamine, serotonin, and reward • What real freedom with food actually looks like • Why self-compassion matters in healing If you've ever felt trapped in cycles of emotional eating, binge eating, food guilt, or shame around nutrition, this episode is for you.  

Tiffin Columbian High School teacher Chris Monsour is the first person to tell you he never thought he'd be a teacher. Now, 27 years later, he's the Ohio Teacher of the Year. In that role, he has spent the 2025-2026 school year traveling around the state and the country, representing Ohio's public school educators, lifting up the positive stories about the power of our public schools, and sharing his message about the importance of staying the course. He joins us for this episode to catch us up on some of the many things he has done and lessons he has learned during his Ohio Teacher of the Year term so far.STAY THE COURSE | Click here to watch a recent Ohio School Spotlight video with Chris Monsour sharing his story of perseverance and dedication as he continues to push his students and fellow educators to “stay the course” and reach their full potential. Click here to check out other features in OEA's Ohio School Spotlight video library. STRONG UNIONS MAKE STRONG PUBLIC SCHOOLS | As part of OEA's ongoing statewide media campaign, Chris highlighted how his local association, the Tiffin Education Association, has been able to keep class sizes managable so they can individualize instruction and improve student outcomes. Click here to watch that TV commercial, and click here to see all of the other locals' stories that are being shared across the state this year. OHIO SCHOOLS | Chris Monsour was featured as the cover story in the December 2025/January 2026 issue of the Ohio Education Association's Ohio Schools magazine. Click here to read the piece. SUBSCRIBE | Click here to subscribe to Public Education Matters on Apple Podcasts or click here to listen on Spotify so you don't miss a thing. You can also find Public Education Matters on many other platforms, including YouTube. Click here for links for other platforms so you can listen anywhere. And don't forget you can listen to all of the previous episodes anytime on your favorite podcast platform, or by clicking here.Featured Public Education Matters guest: Chris Monsour, Tiffin Education Association member, 2026 Ohio Teacher of the YearChristopher Monsour teaches a variety of advanced science courses, including College Credit Plus (CCP) Environment and Society, CCP Oceanus, CCP Anatomy and Physiology, Honors Biology, and AP Biology at Columbian High School in Tiffin City Schools. Over the years, he has taught six different CCP courses while serving as an adjunct faculty member at the University of Findlay, Heidelberg University, and Terra State Community College.Monsour's 26 years of teaching experience also includes four years as a student study session consultant for AP Biology, ten summers of teaching at the Johns Hopkins Center for Talented Youth, where he served as both an instructor and the Academic Dean for Science and Math, and two summers teaching English as a Second Language at Tianjin Normal University in the People's Republic of China.With plans as an undergraduate to pursue a career in environmental biology, Monsour earned his bachelor's degree through Heidelberg University. Since then, he has pursued graduate work in biology, ecology, and inquiry, earning two master's degrees: a Master of Arts in Education from Heidelberg University and a Master of Science from Montana State University. In addition to his education and teaching experience, Chris has participated in numerous global expeditions, both on land and at sea, which enhances his ability to keep students engaged and excited about the sciences. Monsour's dedication to teaching has also earned him the Presidential Award for Excellence in Math and Science Teaching and Outstanding Biology Teacher of the Year from the National Association of Biology Teachers.Connect with OEA:Email educationmatters@ohea.org with your feedback or ideas for future Public Education Matters topicsLike OEA on FacebookFollow OEA on TwitterFollow OEA on InstagramGet the latest news and statements from OEA hereLearn more about where OEA stands on the issues Keep up to date on the legislation affecting Ohio public schools and educators with OEA's Legislative WatchAbout us:The Ohio Education Association represents nearly 120,000 teachers, faculty members and support professionals who work in Ohio's schools, colleges, and universities to help improve public education and the lives of Ohio's children. OEA members provide professional services to benefit students, schools, and the public in virtually every position needed to run Ohio's schools.Public Education Matters host Katie Olmsted serves as Media Relations Consultant for the Ohio Education Association. She joined OEA in May 2020, after a ten-year career as an Emmy Award winning television reporter, anchor, and producer. Katie comes from a family of educators and is passionate about telling educators' stories and advocating for Ohio's students. She lives in Central Ohio with her husband and two young children. This episode was recorded on April 8, 2026.

Cytoreductive surgery with hyperthermic intraperitoneal chemotherapy (HIPEC) represents one of the most complex and physiologically demanding procedures encountered in modern perioperative medicine. In this episode of Anesthesia Alchemy: Lynn & Garry Unplugged, Garry takes listeners on a deep dive into the anesthetic management of these challenging cases. Rather than a checklist approach, this conversation walks through how to think during a HIPEC case—understanding the phases, recognizing evolving physiology, and staying ahead of rapid changes. Here's some of what you'll hear in this episode:

Most conversations about hormone therapy focus on the prescription itself- what to take, how much, and when. But far fewer ask a more important question: what kind of body are those hormones entering?In this episode, I sit down with FDNP and co owner of Ryze Wellness, Matt Cusano to take a deeper look at why hormone therapy sometimes falls flat, even when it's “done right” on paper. Because hormones don't create outcomes in isolation, they send signals. And those signals are only as effective as the environment they land in.We break down the physiology that often gets missed: how chronic stress, poor metabolic health, low muscle mass, blood sugar instability, inflammation, GI issues and impaired detoxification pathways can all blunt your response to hormone therapy. This is the difference between temporarily changing lab numbers and actually creating a body that can respond, adapt, and improve.Because the goal isn't just to take hormones. It's to become a body that can actually use them.Follow Matt on IG: @_mcusanoContact Ryze: https://www.ryzehrt.com/ryze-wellnessReady to go deeper? If you're a woman over 40 who feels like you're doing everything right, but your body still isn't responding the way it used to...this is exactly the work I do.My coaching is built around identifying what's keeping your body stuck, rebuilding the environment your hormones need to function, and creating a strategy you can actually execute long enough for it to work.You don't need more random inputs.You need a body that can respond to the right ones.CLICK HERE TO LEARN MORE!Join me on Instagram! My coaching is for women who are ready to stop chasing quick fixes and start building a body that actually responds through smarter nutrition, strength-focused training, functional health insight, and a more sustainable strategy. You can learn more and apply for coaching at revivewellness.health.Not ready to invest full in coaching? Book a Clarity Consultation!Try Syntrax! To try to the most delicious, gluten free, lactose free "top of the line" whey isolate AND save 15% follow this link. Discount automatically provided at checkout!Want some FREE LMNT? Use this link for a FREE sample pack with any order!Save 10% on...

In this episode of the Open Bedroom Podcast, I sit down with Jeff Abraham, CEO of Prometheus, a sexual wellness brand. Jeff shares how Prometheus developed their patented delay sprays and wipes to help men with premature ejaculation by reducing hypersensitivity—without numbing their partners. We dive into the "orgasm gap" between men and women, the importance of foreplay and communication, and why normalizing masturbation for men matters. Jeff also talks about female arousal gels, cock rings, and their Go Solo lotion. Throughout the episode, we focus on removing shame around sexual wellness and encourage couples to explore intimacy openly using the right tools.Unrealistic Expectations from Porn (00:00:01)Discusses how porn creates anxiety and unrealistic expectations about sex and performance.Origins of Promescent and PE Treatments (00:01:51)Jeff explains the founding of Promescent, early PE treatments, and the science behind their delay spray.How the Delay Spray Works (00:04:05)Details on the lidocaine-based spray, its unique formulation, and how it avoids numbing partners.The Orgasm Gap and Coping Mechanisms (00:06:14)Discusses the average duration of intercourse for men and women, the orgasm gap, and coping strategies.PE's Prevalence and Misdiagnosis (00:08:42)PE is more common than ED; misdiagnosis and psychological impacts are discussed.Anxiety, Confidence, and Sexual Performance (00:09:57)Explores the link between anxiety, confidence, and sexual performance in men.Impact of Porn on Sexual Expectations (00:13:38)How porn distorts expectations and increases anxiety for both men and women.Communication and Learning Your Partner (00:22:24)Importance of communication, understanding partner preferences, and overcoming shame in sexual relationships.Sex Education and Breaking Stereotypes (00:29:53)Lack of proper sex education, breaking myths about orgasms, and understanding female anatomy.Stigma and Physiology of Premature Ejaculation (00:56:48)Addressing stigma, physiological causes of PE, and the need for open discussion and solutions.Shop Promescent:https://www.promescent.com/Follow The Open Bedroom Podcast:https://www.instagram.com/theopenbedroompodcast/

True situational awareness is about more than just spotting threats; it's about understanding how our brains process imminent danger before the first blow is struck. We explore the "Last 60 Seconds" framework to identify the mental milestones that occur during a rapidly escalating crisis. Discover how to recognize these internal signals early enough to break the loop and exit the kill zone.

If you enjoy this episode, we're sure you will enjoy more content like this on The Occult Rejects.  In fact, we have curated playlists on occult topics like grimoires, esoteric concepts and phenomena, occult history, analyzing true crime and cults with an occult lens, Para politics, and occultism in music. Whether you enjoy consuming your content visually or via audio, we've got you covered - and it will always be provided free of charge.  So, if you enjoy what we do and want to support our work of providing accessible, free content on various platforms, please consider making a donation to the links provided below.  Thank you and enjoy the episode!Links For The Occult Rejectshttps://linktr.ee/theoccultrejectsOccult Research Institutehttps://www.occultresearchinstitute.org/Cash Apphttps://cash.app/$theoccultrejectsVenmo@TheOccultRejectsBuy Me A Coffeebuymeacoffee.com/TheOccultRejectsPatreonhttps://www.patreon.com/TheOccultRejects1. Patel, A. K., et al. *Physiology, Sleep Stages*. StatPearls / NCBI Bookshelf, 2024.2. Jensen, O., & Mazaheri, A. “Shaping Functional Architecture by Oscillatory Alpha Activity: Gating by Inhibition.” *Frontiers in Human Neuroscience*, 2010.3. Cavanagh, J. F., & Shackman, A. J. “Frontal Midline Theta Reflects Anxiety and Cognitive Control: Meta-Analytic Evidence.” *Journal of Physiology-Paris*, 2015.4. Axmacher, N., et al. “Cross-Frequency Coupling Supports Multi-Item Working Memory in the Human Hippocampus.” *PNAS*, 2010.5. Lacaux, C., et al. “Sleep Onset Is a Creative Sweet Spot.” *Science Advances*, 2021.6. Horowitz, A. H., et al. “Targeted Dream Incubation at Sleep Onset Increases Post-Sleep Creative Performance.” *Scientific Reports*, 2023.7. Caporro, M., et al. “Functional MRI of Sleep Spindles and K-Complexes.” *Clinical Neurophysiology*, 2012.8. Ng, T., et al. “Bayesian Meta-Analysis Reveals the Mechanistic Role of Slow Oscillation-Spindle Coupling in Sleep-Dependent Memory Consolidation.” *eLife*, 2025.9. Datta, K., et al. “Electrophysiological Evidence of Local Sleep During Yoga Nidra Practice in Young Male Volunteers.” *Frontiers in Neurology*, 2022.10. Jensen, M. P., et al. “Brain Oscillations, Hypnosis, and Hypnotizability.” *American Journal of Clinical Hypnosis*, 2015.11. Huels, E. R., et al. “Neural Correlates of the Shamanic State of Consciousness.” *Frontiers in Human Neuroscience*, 2021.12. Ingendoh, R. M., et al. “Binaural Beats to Entrain the Brain? A Systematic Review...” *PLOS ONE*, 2023.13. Páez, A., et al. “Sleep Spindles and Slow Oscillations Predict Cognition and Biomarkers of Neurodegeneration in Mild to Moderate Alzheimer's Disease.” *Alzheimer's & Dementia*, 2025.14. Askitopoulou, H. “Sleep and Dreams: From Myth to Medicine in Ancient Greece.” *Journal of Anesthesia History*, 2015.15. Pavli, A. “Asclepieia in Ancient Greece: Pilgrimage and Healing.” *Journal of Integrative Medicine and Research*, 2024.Also want to remind people about the website, if you're into reading we have tons of information by multiple contributors, and we got t-shirts up on the site if you're interested. Fun fact, the art is all based on the eyeball. Now let me introduce the rest of the panel and guests.

How did my orgasm change after my hysterectomy? Why did it change? What are the pro and what are the cons? Lets talk about my experience with biology!!!

Olav sits down with David to discuss Kristian's VO2Max test, the context around it, why he's confident in it and implications of it. (00:00) Introduction(00:45) How is Olav? (01:24) Why is Olav Testing Kristian and Gustav? (03:51) Context for VO2Max Test in Kristian's History (11:46) The Implications of VO2Max Results (26:39) Casper's VO2Max Implications (32:54) Problems with a High VO2Max (38:02) Was Olav Expecting Such a High Value? (43:08) What Is Olav's Calibration Procedure for the Equipment?   (1:01:49) What Factors Contributed to the VO2Max Value? (1:04:55) Sending the Equipment Away for Validation (1:05:54) Haemoglobin Mass's Implication in VO2Max  (1:12:51) RER Value (1:19:43) Kristian's Heat Production  (1:21:32) Next Steps to Understand Kristian's Physiology  (1:24:35) How Long Was The Value Shown Averaged Over? (1:26:58) What is Kristian's Lung Capacity Thanks to the sponsors of this podcast series:MaurtenTo benefit from the one-time code and get 15% off your next purchase on Maurten.com, simply enter the code “TNMS4” at checkout. The code is applicable once per customer, on all products except the Maurten Bicarb System, valid until 31/12/2026.Maurten WebsiteInstagram: @maurten_officialYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/MaurtenOfficialHosted, edited and produced by Dr David LipmanEditing, video and introduction by Roj Ferman

Episode Intro  Dear listeners of the Female Guides Requested Podcast, welcome back. I am your host Ting Ting from Las Vegas. Today we sit down with Liz Schwab, an AMGA Apprentice Ski Guide and Nationally Registered Paramedic based in the Tetons. Liz's journey is one of technical mastery and resilience, moving from the icy racing slopes of New York to the high-consequence backcountry of Silverton, Colorado. In a moving and honest conversation, Liz opens up about a reality of the guiding industry rarely discussed: navigating grief. She shares how losing friends to mountain accidents shaped her methodical approach to risk, and speaks candidly about losing her partner to cancer. We explore how she leaned on community and took intentional 'baby steps' back into the alpine to heal.Beyond her personal story, Liz offers invaluable advice for aspiring guides. She discusses the rewards of all-women's mentorship and avalanche courses in breaking downintimidation. Finally, she shares grounded wisdom on maintaining a 'backup career' to avoid burnout and protect her soul-level passion for the outdoors. This episode is a beautiful look at finding peace, making hard assessments, and thriving in the industry. Let's dive in! Liz's bio Liz Schwab grew up ski racing in upstate New York. She attended college in Durango, CO, trading ski racing for competitive free skiing & ultimately graduating in 2014 witha Bachelors in Physiology and Adventure Education. She then moved to Silverton, CO where she became an EMT and started her avalanche education. Liz has been teaching avalanche courses for both AAA and AIARE programs for 10 years now. In 2020 Liz became a paramedic and worked full time for Silverton Medical Rescue, an EMS and SAR based agency. Liz participated in leading complex emergencyrescue scenes in the San Juan Mountains austere environment for several years before moving to Victor, Idaho in 2023. Liz now works as a guide, paramedic,WFR instructor and ski patroller at Jackson Hole Mountain Resort. Liz's link:Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/elizabetheskier/Instagram "The ideal would be not to experience loss in the mountain... But the reality is it's quite common. I would just like to touch upon the way you can survive it and still continue in this career path but with a different approach and different perspective.""...all of a sudden it just rocked my world and really put things into perspective of what the reality of the mountains could be. It changed my approach massively really early on in my 20s.""...it's a really odd relationship to have thisenvironment that can take incredible humans out of your life but you keep finding yourself going back to those types of environments to also feel most at peace again.""I get to be in the mountains. I get to show otherpeople this place that really grounds me and, you know, is helping me survive a pretty massive trauma.""I think just like lowering your guard and being okay with people stepping in and telling you where to go and helping you figure out what your next employment opportunity looks like. It goes a really long way.""...doing these all women's female courses, it totally removes this level of just nervousness, anticipation. And when you can remove that, you can absorb so much more and you can ask, you can have the room to come up with questions in real time.""So I will tell these ladies both learn as much as youcan. If this is something you're passionate about, do it. But make sure that you're not gonna have to rely on it because it could ruin it for you.""Don't let fear stop you from pursuing the next thing you think you want to learn about. You'll find once you're in that setting, like, man, what was I so afraid of? ... Be curious and don't let fear drive you."

In this episode, Dr. Courtney Snyder, a Holistic Child and Adult Psychiatrist discusses:- The research into Adverse Childhood Events (ACEs) and health outcomes (at a population level)- How early adversity can impact our physiology, biochemistry and thus neurotransmitter functioning- Why ACEs scores are less meaningful at an individual level- The role of Positive Childhood Experiences (PCEs) on mitigating the effects of adversity in childhood- The gift of neuroplasticity and resources to help teach/train/rewire our nervous system to feel safe.Chapters00:00 Introduction to Holistic Psychiatry01:25 Understanding Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs)07:07 Impact of Early Stress on Physiology and Biochemistry16:27 The Role of Positive Childhood Experiences21:01 Vulnerability to Trauma and Genetic Factors22:05 The Power of Positive Experiences in HealingPositive Adaptive Childhood Experiences Study 2019 - https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC6747474/To learn more visit:CourtneySnyderMD.comMedical Disclaimer:This newsletter is for educational purposes and not intended or implied to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment for either yourself or others, including but not limited to patients that you are treating (if you are a practitioner). Consult your physician for any medical issues that you may be having. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit courtneysnydermd.substack.com/subscribe

If you enjoy this episode, we're sure you will enjoy more content like this on The Occult Rejects.  In fact, we have curated playlists on occult topics like grimoires, esoteric concepts and phenomena, occult history, analyzing true crime and cults with an occult lens, Para politics, and occultism in music. Whether you enjoy consuming your content visually or via audio, we've got you covered - and it will always be provided free of charge.  So, if you enjoy what we do and want to support our work of providing accessible, free content on various platforms, please consider making a donation to the links provided below.  Thank you and enjoy the episode!Links For The Occult Rejectshttps://linktr.ee/theoccultrejectsOccult Research Institutehttps://www.occultresearchinstitute.org/Cash Apphttps://cash.app/$theoccultrejectsVenmo@TheOccultRejectsBuy Me A Coffeebuymeacoffee.com/TheOccultRejectsPatreonhttps://www.patreon.com/TheOccultRejectsPrimary sourcesIrenaeus of Lyons, Against Heresies — especially Books 1 and 3, for Valentinus in Rome, Valentinian cosmology, and the four-gospel argument. (New Advent)Clement of Alexandria, Stromata — especially 7.17, for the report that Valentinus was a hearer of Theudas and Theudas a pupil of Paul. (New Advent)Tertullian, Against the Valentinians — for the hostile tradition about Valentinus, the branching of the school, “two schools / two chairs,” and Axionicus at Antioch. (New Advent)Hippolytus of Rome, Refutation of All Heresies — for Valentinus traditions, including the visionary material and the poem usually called “Summer Harvest.” (New Advent)Eusebius of Caesarea, Ecclesiastical History — for Irenaeus' letters to Blastus and Florinus, and the notice about On the Ogdoad. (New Advent)Origen, Commentary on John — the major witness preserving Heracleon's interpretations through quotation and paraphrase. (DIVA Portal)The Gospel of Truth (Nag Hammadi Codex I) — for the inner Valentinian preaching voice and the line “The gospel of truth is joy.” (Gnosis)The Treatise on the Resurrection / Letter to Rheginos (Nag Hammadi Codex I) — for realized resurrection theology and the line that the world is illusion rather than the resurrection. (Gnosis)The Tripartite Tractate (Nag Hammadi Codex I) — for the great Valentinian theological blueprint and the threefold anthropology of spiritual, psychic, and material humanity. (Early Christian Writings)The Gospel of Philip — for bridal-chamber language, sacramental symbolism, and later Valentinian ritual interpretation. (Gnosis)Valentinian Liturgical Readings / A Valentinian Exposition (Nag Hammadi Codex XI) — for anointing, baptism, and eucharistic ritual language in Valentinian circles. (Gnosis)Modern scholarshipEinar Thomassen, The Spiritual Seed: The Church of the “Valentinians” — the major modern study of Valentinianism as a real Christian movement with institutional and historical development. (Gnosis Study)Ismo Dunderberg, Beyond Gnosticism: Myth, Lifestyle, and Society in the School of Valentinus — for the social world, ethics, and lifestyle dimensions of Valentinian Christianity. (Columbia University Press)Philip L. Tite, Valentinian Ethics and Paraenetic Discourse: Determining the Social Function of Moral Exhortation in Valentinian Christianity — for exhortation, identity formation, and ethics in Valentinian communities. (Gnosis Study)Paul Linjamaa, The Ethics of The Tripartite Tractate (NHC I, 5): A Study of Determinism and Early Christian Philosophy of Ethics — for determinism, responsibility, and ethics in the Tripartite Tractate. (OAPEN)Carl Johan Berglund, Origen's References to Heracleon: A Quotation-Analytical Study — for the reconstruction of Heracleon through Origen and the count of verbatim quotations and summaries. (Google Books)Geoffrey S. Smith, Valentinian Christianity: Texts and Translations — for a balanced modern collection of extant Valentinian writings and the broader psalm-book / fragment tradition. (Amazon)Gregory Snyder, “A Second-Century Christian Inscription from the Via Latina” — for NCE 156, the Via Latina context, and the Roman funerary evidence. (Academia)Gregory Snyder, “The Discovery and Interpretation of the Flavia Sophe Inscription: New Results” — for Flavia Sophe, second-century dating arguments, and nuptial funerary imagery. (ResearchGate)Gregory Snyder, “Bed, Bath, and Burial: NCE 156 Revisited” — for the funerary reading of NCE 156 and the bridal-chamber / mortuary interpretation. (Academia)Gražina Kelmelytė, “The Concept of Bridal Chamber in the Valentinian Inscriptions” — for the bridal chamber as a polysemous symbol in Flavia Sophe and NCE 156. (ResearchGate)M. David Litwa, “Deification and Defecation: Valentinus Fragment 3 and the Physiology of Jesus's Digestion” — for the ancient physiological background of Valentinus' saying about Christ's incorrupt digestion. (ResearchGate)M. David Litwa, “A Newly Identified Letter of Valentinus on Jesus's Digestive System” — for the argument that the digestion fragment may belong to a wider Valentinian epistolary context. (Academia)Studies on the Nag Hammadi codices and their readers — for codicology, scribal overlap, provenance, and the late-antique material context of Codex I and related manuscripts. (Gnosis)Modern reception and afterlivesEcclesia Gnostica — for modern sacramental Gnostic Christian practice and public continuation of Gnostic liturgy. (Gnosis)Aleister Crowley, Liber XV: Ecclesiae Gnosticae Catholicae Canon Missae — for Valentinus in the saint-roll of the Gnostic Mass. (University of California Press)C. G. Jung, Seven Sermons to the Dead — for the modern psychological afterlife of terms like pleroma. (Gnosis)Modern philosophical readings of The Matrix using Valentinian questions and structure — for the contemporary survival of the awakening / false-world / return pattern. (Academia)Also want to remind people about the website, if you're into reading we have tons of information by multiple contributors, and we got t-shirts up on the site if you're interested. Fun fact, the art is all based on the eyeball. Now let me introduce the rest of the panel and guests.

This episode is for women interested in strength training for pregnancy, pelvic floor health, preparing for labor naturally, improving hip and pelvic mobility, and understanding female physiology. We talk about the key differences between male and female biology, why so many women experience pelvic health issues, and what it really means to "move well"—especially in the hips and pelvis. Adelaide also shares how a traumatic injury led her into women's health, and how that reshaped her approach to movement and healing. We dive into the role of the nervous system, building true physical capacity, and how to train in a way that supports your body for birth and beyond. In this episode, we cover: The key differences between male and female physiology Adelaide's injury and her path into women's health Why women's bodies are designed for birth—and what that really means Pelvic health and why so many women struggle with it How to improve movement in the hips and pelvis The connection between the nervous system and movement capacity What it means to "move well" and build true strength How to find and expand your physical edge Connect with Adelaide: IG: @faithinthebody website: https://www.faithinthebody.com/ Connect with Emma: IG: @_guidedbylove SUBSCRIBE TO OUR PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/cw/weavingharmony Pasture & Petal: https://www.pastureandpetal.com/?ref=kmdaxjrp  use code EMMA  HIRO Diapers: https://hirodiapers.com/weavingharmony  use code weavingharmony Four Visions: https://rstr.co/fourvisions/333  use code EMMAFV15 Uplevel your branding with Olivia: https://www.oktdesign.com/     

In this episode, I explore a difficult but important idea: when it comes to depression, anxiety, fear, and emotional suffering, changing physiology often works better than understanding the story behind the pain. I begin with a simple question: why do we assume insight should heal us? As human beings, we naturally look for patterns and explanations, but explanation is not the same as relief. I share two personal examples—my years of dysthymia that lifted quickly with Wellbutrin, and my exercise-related fears that insight alone never resolved—to show how biology can sometimes succeed where understanding falls short.From there, I look at everyday examples that make this idea easier to grasp. A bad night of sleep can worsen emotional balance, while a good night of sleep can make the world feel more manageable again. Likewise, structured breathwork can calm the body and improve mood, suggesting that sometimes the body changes first and the mind follows. Sleep-loss review and breathwork trial are two examples I discuss. I then turn to more dramatic examples in mental health treatment. ECT can improve severe depression without requiring a better narrative about the past, and vagus nerve stimulation offers another reminder that mood is also a biological state. I also touch on emerging research around psilocybin and neuroplasticity, while emphasizing that this area remains early and experimental. Finally, I explore therapies that work not by increasing insight, but by retraining the nervous system. Exposure-based approaches can reduce fear through repeated safe contact with what scares us, and I discuss why I'm personally experimenting with EMDR as a way to loosen the connection between exertion and fear. My goal is not to dismiss therapy, but to make a clearer distinction: insight can be meaningful, but it does not always reduce suffering. Sometimes the nervous system needs calming, retraining, or direct biological support. Takeaways If understanding your sadness, anxiety, or fear has not brought relief, it may be worth exploring approaches that target sleep, breathing, body state, or brain physiology directly. Don't confuse explanation with treatment. And remember: sometimes the path to feeling better begins not with a better story, but with a different state. Send us Fan Mail

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If you enjoy this episode, we're sure you will enjoy more content like this on The Occult Rejects.  In fact, we have curated playlists on occult topics like grimoires, esoteric concepts and phenomena, occult history, analyzing true crime and cults with an occult lens, Para politics, and occultism in music. 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(New Advent)Tertullian, Against the Valentinians — for the hostile tradition about Valentinus, the branching of the school, “two schools / two chairs,” and Axionicus at Antioch. (New Advent)Hippolytus of Rome, Refutation of All Heresies — for Valentinus traditions, including the visionary material and the poem usually called “Summer Harvest.” (New Advent)Eusebius of Caesarea, Ecclesiastical History — for Irenaeus' letters to Blastus and Florinus, and the notice about On the Ogdoad. (New Advent)Origen, Commentary on John — the major witness preserving Heracleon's interpretations through quotation and paraphrase. (DIVA Portal)The Gospel of Truth (Nag Hammadi Codex I) — for the inner Valentinian preaching voice and the line “The gospel of truth is joy.” (Gnosis)The Treatise on the Resurrection / Letter to Rheginos (Nag Hammadi Codex I) — for realized resurrection theology and the line that the world is illusion rather than the resurrection. (Gnosis)The Tripartite Tractate (Nag Hammadi Codex I) — for the great Valentinian theological blueprint and the threefold anthropology of spiritual, psychic, and material humanity. (Early Christian Writings)The Gospel of Philip — for bridal-chamber language, sacramental symbolism, and later Valentinian ritual interpretation. (Gnosis)Valentinian Liturgical Readings / A Valentinian Exposition (Nag Hammadi Codex XI) — for anointing, baptism, and eucharistic ritual language in Valentinian circles. (Gnosis)Modern scholarshipEinar Thomassen, The Spiritual Seed: The Church of the “Valentinians” — the major modern study of Valentinianism as a real Christian movement with institutional and historical development. (Gnosis Study)Ismo Dunderberg, Beyond Gnosticism: Myth, Lifestyle, and Society in the School of Valentinus — for the social world, ethics, and lifestyle dimensions of Valentinian Christianity. (Columbia University Press)Philip L. Tite, Valentinian Ethics and Paraenetic Discourse: Determining the Social Function of Moral Exhortation in Valentinian Christianity — for exhortation, identity formation, and ethics in Valentinian communities. (Gnosis Study)Paul Linjamaa, The Ethics of The Tripartite Tractate (NHC I, 5): A Study of Determinism and Early Christian Philosophy of Ethics — for determinism, responsibility, and ethics in the Tripartite Tractate. (OAPEN)Carl Johan Berglund, Origen's References to Heracleon: A Quotation-Analytical Study — for the reconstruction of Heracleon through Origen and the count of verbatim quotations and summaries. (Google Books)Geoffrey S. Smith, Valentinian Christianity: Texts and Translations — for a balanced modern collection of extant Valentinian writings and the broader psalm-book / fragment tradition. (Amazon)Gregory Snyder, “A Second-Century Christian Inscription from the Via Latina” — for NCE 156, the Via Latina context, and the Roman funerary evidence. (Academia)Gregory Snyder, “The Discovery and Interpretation of the Flavia Sophe Inscription: New Results” — for Flavia Sophe, second-century dating arguments, and nuptial funerary imagery. (ResearchGate)Gregory Snyder, “Bed, Bath, and Burial: NCE 156 Revisited” — for the funerary reading of NCE 156 and the bridal-chamber / mortuary interpretation. (Academia)Gražina Kelmelytė, “The Concept of Bridal Chamber in the Valentinian Inscriptions” — for the bridal chamber as a polysemous symbol in Flavia Sophe and NCE 156. (ResearchGate)M. David Litwa, “Deification and Defecation: Valentinus Fragment 3 and the Physiology of Jesus's Digestion” — for the ancient physiological background of Valentinus' saying about Christ's incorrupt digestion. (ResearchGate)M. David Litwa, “A Newly Identified Letter of Valentinus on Jesus's Digestive System” — for the argument that the digestion fragment may belong to a wider Valentinian epistolary context. (Academia)Studies on the Nag Hammadi codices and their readers — for codicology, scribal overlap, provenance, and the late-antique material context of Codex I and related manuscripts. (Gnosis)Modern reception and afterlivesEcclesia Gnostica — for modern sacramental Gnostic Christian practice and public continuation of Gnostic liturgy. (Gnosis)Aleister Crowley, Liber XV: Ecclesiae Gnosticae Catholicae Canon Missae — for Valentinus in the saint-roll of the Gnostic Mass. (University of California Press)C. G. Jung, Seven Sermons to the Dead — for the modern psychological afterlife of terms like pleroma. (Gnosis)Modern philosophical readings of The Matrix using Valentinian questions and structure — for the contemporary survival of the awakening / false-world / return pattern. (Academia)Also want to remind people about the website, if you're into reading we have tons of information by multiple contributors, and we got t-shirts up on the site if you're interested. Fun fact, the art is all based on the eyeball. Now let me introduce the rest of the panel and guests.

How the science of the vagus nerve explains anxiety, ambition, burnout, and the art of becoming who you actually are. Humans, might be the most sophisticated organism on Earth (capable of writing symphonies, landing on the moon, and inventing artisanal sourdough). Yet at our core, we are running threat-detection software that predates the dinosaurs. Stephen Porges, the scientist who mapped the vagus nerve's extraordinary influence on human behaviour, joins us to explain why this ancient wiring is quietly making most of your big life decisions for you. The good news is that evolution, for once, gave us a rather elegant solution. Safety — genuine, physiological safety — unlocks curiosity, creativity, and the particular satisfaction of becoming who you actually are. The even better news is it's achievable without a retreat, a cold plunge, or a subscription. What you'll take away: Why your gut reactions are data, not drama How the environments we build either cage or liberate our best thinking Why the most calming people aren't trying to be calm Your nervous system has been waiting for this conversation. SPONSORS

Ellen jaws away about the great white shark. We discuss making our own planetary rings, performance-enhancing Speedos, how sharks sleep, the White Shark Café, IRL baby shark, and so much more. Works Cited: “Shark evolution: a 450 million year timeline” - Josh Davis, Natural History Museum “SPEEDO FASTSKIN – A HISTORY OF THE WORLD'S FASTEST SWIMSUITS” - SwimSwam.com, November 2023 “White Shark Bite Kinematics — Preliminary Exploration of a New Aspect” - R. Aidan Martin, ReefQuest Centre for Shark Research “An electrophysiological correlate of sleep in a shark” - John A. Lesku et al., Journal of Experimental Zoology Part A: Ecological Genetics and Physiology, July 2024 “For five days in 1980, a great white shark named Sandy lived in Golden Gate Park” - Peter Hartlaub, San Francisco Chronicle, June 2024 “The Great White Way” - Pete Thomas, Los Angeles Times, September 2006 “White Shark Café: The mysterious meeting spot for great whites in the middle of the Pacific Ocean” – Sascha Pare, LiveScience, September 2024 “First-ever sighting of a live newborn great white” - Jules Bernstein, UC Riverside, February 2024 “Shark Management Laws” - NOAA Fisheries Links: Support our podcast by joining the Maximum Fun network at maximumfun.org/join For more information about us & our podcast, head over to our website! Follow Just the Zoo of Us on BlueSky, Facebook, Instagram & Discord! Follow Ellen on Instagram or BlueSky! Happy MaxFunDrive! Right now is the best time to start a membership to support your favorite shows. Learn more and join at https://maximumfun.org/joinjustthezoo

What if everything you've achieved is still leaving you empty, and it has nothing to do with mindset? MJ Gordon is a world-class strategist and performance coach who has worked with Super Bowls, Adidas, and elite executives worldwide. After nearly losing her marriage, burning out her adrenals, and discovering she was autistic and ADHD, she found the missing piece that no one in the high-performance space was talking about: your nervous system runs the show, not your mindset. Today, she helps high performers, business owners, and leaders finally regulate their physiology so they can access real flow, presence, and fulfillment. without blowing up their health or relationships in the process. If you're winning on paper but losing on the inside, this one is going to change the game for you.

Do you have clients who are athletes? This is something you won't want to miss. Dr. Portia Resnick is an associate professor at Cal State Long Beach, who loves working with athletes, both as a trainer and as a massage therapist. Her new book, The Anatomy and Physiology of Sports Massage is published by Human Kinetics. It looks at manual therapy for high-level athletes, incorporating anatomy, sports-specific knowledge, and clinical decision-making. She uses a great I Have a Client Who story about a college athlete who has an injury and follow-up surgery. She tracks how she was able match bodywork goals, anatomy, and client input to get the best possible outcome.   Resources:   The Anatomy and Physiology of Sports Massage   Host Bio:                    Ruth Werner is a former massage therapist, a writer, and an NCBTMB-approved continuing education provider. She wrote A Massage Therapist's Guide to Pathology, now in its seventh edition, which is used in massage schools worldwide. Werner is also a long-time Massage & Bodywork columnist, most notably of the Pathology Perspectives column. Werner is also ABMP's partner on Pocket Pathology, a web-based app and quick reference program that puts key information for nearly 200 common pathologies at your fingertips. Werner's books are available at www.booksofdiscovery.com. And more information about her is available at www.ruthwerner.com.                   Sponsors:   Anatomy Trains is a global leader in online anatomy education and also provides in-classroom certification programs for structural integration in the US, Canada, Australia, Europe, Japan, and China, as well as fresh-tissue cadaver dissection labs and weekend courses. 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Do you feel guilty just for having sexual urges? In this episode, I dive into the important distinction between physiology and morality and how understanding this difference can help you overcome the shame surrounding your urges to view pornography. I explain that your sexual urges are completely natural and a normal part of being human. The problem arises when we label these physiological responses as “wrong” or “immoral.” Just like hunger or a craving for sugar, sexual urges are simply a natural bodily response. Morality comes in when we decide how we respond to those urges. By looking at your urges with neutrality, instead of guilt, you can free yourself from the cycle of shame and build healthier habits in your journey to quit pornography. Get full show notes, transcript, and more information here: https://centerforovercoming.com/post/physiology-morality-reframing-urges-shame Click here to sign up for my free masterclass, How to Overcome Pornography without using Willpower: https://sarabrewer.com/masterclassMentioned in this episode:FREE TRAINING on April 22: How to Finally Be Free from Porn in 2026This is a shame-free, sex-positive methodology designed to help you overcome pornography for good in 2026. When: April 22nd, 2026 – 6:00pm MST Register here: https://overcome-pornography-for-good.captivate.fm/liveclassGrab your spot for this live class here!

Neuroscientist and frequent STEM-Talk guest Dr. Tommy Wood rejoins us today for part two of our interview about Tommy's book that is fresh off the press and now available in bookstores and Amazon, “The Stimulated Mind: Future-Proof Your Brain from Dementia and Stay Sharp at Any Age.” Tommy is an Associate Professor of Pediatrics and Neuroscience at the University of Washington, where his laboratory focuses on brain health across human lifespan. Tommy is a colleague and good friend who also is a Visiting Research Scientist here at IHMC. In part one of our interview with Tommy, episode 193, we discussed his mission to dispel the myth that the brain is doomed to decline with age. Tommy gave us a fascinating history of neuroscience and how researchers go about studying the brain. Tommy also talked about what is holding us back in terms of addressing an ever-increasing burden of cognitive and mental health disorders that we are experiencing not only here in the U.S., but also around the world. Today, Tommy shares science-backed strategies to help people future-proof their brains. We talk about the importance of diet and exercise in terms of brain health as well as the importance of stimulating and challenging our brains throughout our lifespans. Tommy has a bachelor's degree in biochemistry from the University of Cambridge, a medical degree from the University of Oxford, and a Ph.D. in Physiology and Neuroscience from the University of Oslo. Show notes: [00:03:55 Dawn welcomes Tommy back for part two of his interview by asking him about his recent trip to the UK. [00:04:32] Dawn recaps where we left off with Tommy in part one of our interview, explaining that when we last spoke with Tommy about his book, The Stimulated Mind, we focused on dispelling myths about the adult brain, in particular the idea that the adult brain is fixed. [00:05:22] Ken asks Tommy about advice his father offered when Tommy got accepted into the University of Cambridge. [00:08:03] As a follow-up, Dawn asks if it's fair to say that when Tommy first started working with patients, what he learned in textbooks and classrooms didn't necessarily translate perfectly into the real world and that there is no one-size-fits-all fix. [00:11:54] Ken asks Tommy to expand on what he wrote in his book about the fact that while science can give us a framework for understanding the world, we are always only one experiment or one well-phrased question away from having to completely rethink everything. [00:16:44] Dawn launches into talking about what people can do to future-proof their brain, starting with diet. In the Nourish chapter of his book, Tommy seeks to help people see food as an opportunity for nourishment rather than a source of stress since there are so many conflicting messages about diet and healthy foods out there. Dawn asks Tommy if his opinion is that there is no one-size-fits-all diet? [00:22:21] Dawn explains that what we eat has a direct effect on our long-term health and dementia risk, and within the literature a common theme that emerges regarding eating for brain health is maximizing nutrients. Dawn asks Tommy to talk about what this looks like. [00:24:49] Dawn points out that people today are inundated with advice from health influencers in all directions. She asks Tommy to talk about his advice to tune out the noise and instead of chasing whatever supplement or super food that is currently in vogue, simply to focus on filling your diet with whole, nutrient dense foods. [00:29:43] Ken explains that nutrients are sometimes hard to get in the diet, with somewhere between 15 and 25 percent of people in the U.S. and Europe having inadequate intakes of most B vitamins and even higher deficits in iron, magnesium, calcium, and vitamins C and E, with nutrient deficiencies differing by sex. Women on average are lower in B12, iron, iodine, and calcium, while men are typically lower in magnesium, zinc, and various B vitamins. Ken asks Tommy to give an overview of what these nutrients do in the brain that makes them so critical to cognitive function. [00:35:51] Ken follows up on this discussion by moving on to the section in Tommy's book titled “To Supplement or Not to Supplement” where he discusses the evidence of the benefits of targeted supplementation to fill in the nutrient gaps that exist in the diet. Ken asks Tommy to talk about this more in depth and maybe give a framework by which people can think about adding or not adding key nutrients via supplementation. [00:41:21] Given the controversial reputation red meat has, Ken asks Tommy to weigh in on how he thinks people should think about red meat. [00:46:26] Fish as well, Dawn explains, has become controversial, due to microplastics and mercury concerns. However, given the positive effects on cognitive health that fish consumption has, Dawn asks Tommy to talk about the costs and benefits of increasing fish consumption. [00:50:30] Ken asks about the genetic basis for dementia and in particular Alzheimer's, particularly regarding the APOE genotypes and a recent paper that made the claim that homozygous APOE4/4 carriers were essentially guaranteed to develop ALzherimer's, a strong claim that Ken is skeptical of. [00:57:06] Ken switches gears to talk about brain energy consumption, noting that while the brain is only about 2% of total body mass, it consumes roughly 20% of total energy at rest. Ken mentions that we discussed this topic in episode 59 with Steven Cunnane and asks Tommy to touch on the importance of getting enough energy for the brain and the consequences of not. [01:01:43] Dawn mentions that time restricted eating and fasting have become quite popular in recent years, and is a topic we discussed in episodes 7, and 133 with Mark Mattson. Dawn asks Tommy what some key considerations are for fasting and time restricted eating. [01:04:52] Ken contrasts low energy availability with the prevalent issue in today's modern food environment of high energy availability, leading to epidemics of obesity and type 2 diabetes, both of which are associated with lower brain volume and are both also implicated in projections of higher dementia burdens in the coming decades. Ken asks Tommy to talk about this. [01:08:55] Dawn asks if Tommy has any practical recommendations on how people can assess whether they are fueling the needs of their brain properly. [01:10:38] Ken notes that brain health is tied closely to the extent to which we stimulate our brains, especially as we age, a topic which was discussed at length with Dr. Rudy Tanzi in episode 174. Ken goes on to ask Tommy to talk about the importance of stimulating our brains as we age. [01:13:38] Dawn notes that Tommy made the realization that the brain adapting to stimulus is very similar to how muscles adapt to resistance training after meeting Josh Turknet, a neuroscientist who loves the banjo as much as Tommy loves weight training. Dawn asks Tommy to talk about how his and Josh's respective hobbies have more in common than he originally thought. [01:16:11] Ken asks if this analogy between the brain and muscle extends to ‘muscle memory' or the phenomenon that people who were at one time more muscular are able to gain back that muscle mass more quickly than when they first trained. [01:19:11] Ken mentions that Josh Turknet, the author of the book Anyone Can Play Music, and our guest on episode 130, co-authored a paper with Tommy titled, “Demand coupling drives neurodegeneration, a model of age-related cognitive decline and dementia.” Ken asks Tommy to discuss this paper. [01:22:58] Dawn explains that Tommy writes in his book that exercise science and athletic coaching have given us a really good idea of how a specific stimulus effects performance. But when it comes to this kind of measurement tracking for cognitive function, it's less straightforward. Dawn asks Tommy to talk about this. [01:25:22] Ken mentions that there are lots of ways to stimulate the brain, with some being more potent than others, such as learning a language or an instrument. Ken asks Tommy what some other examples are of good cognitive exercises and learning endeavors that can help develop cognitive headroom as we age. [01:29:14] Ken asks Tommy about the fact that retirement is often the point in someone's life where their cognitive abilities are most at risk, and that delaying retirement, or retiring and choosing to reinvent oneself and engage in a new and challenging adventure can help prevent the cognitive risks associated with retirement. [01:32:32] Dawn notes that exercise is also incredibly important for brain health and asks Tommy to talk about his framework that people can use to think about movement and physical activity as a way to support brain health. [01:37:28] Ken asks Tommy about a study out of Norway that found that people who increased their fitness in their 50s and 60s decreased their subsequent risk of dementia. [01:39:52] Dawn asks Tommy to talk about the growing issue of social media causing people to lose their attention span. [01:44:03] Dawn asks Tommy how he sees AI affecting our brains today. [01:49:17] Ken notes that while most STEM-Talk guests who have written a book say that they would prefer to not repeat the experience, Tommy however, is already thinking about his next book. Ken asks if Tommy can share what this next book will be about. [01:51:26] Dawn asks Tommy about his wife Elizabeth, who was our guest on episode 71, and a researcher at the University of Washington. [01:52:52] Dawn wraps up asking Tommy if, since moving from North Carolina to Washington, if he and Elizabeth have had any luck finding good barbecue in Seattle. Links: Tommy Wood bio STEM-Talk episode 47 with Tommy Wood STEM-Talk episode 110 with Tommy Wood STEM-Talk episode 111 with Tommy Wood STEM-Talk episode 128 with Tommy Wood STEM-Talk episode 193 with Tommy Wood, part 1 Learn more about IHMC STEM-Talk homepage Ken Ford bio Ken Ford Wikipedia page Dawn Kernagis bio  

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