The Science & Treatment of Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD)
In this episode, I explain the biology and psychology of obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD)—a prevalent and debilitating condition. I also discuss the efficacy and mechanisms behind OCD treatments—bo...
27 Jun 20222h 31min
The Science & Practice of Movement | Ido Portal
My guest is Ido Portal, the world’s foremost expert on human movement. Ido has spent a lifetime studying, combining and evolving elements from an enormous range of martial arts, dance genres, athletic...
20 Jun 20222h 32min
Improve Flexibility with Research-Supported Stretching Protocols
In this episode, I explain the science behind limb range of motion and flexibility and how to increase them by using science-supported protocols. Flexibility is crucial for physical movements and can ...
13 Jun 20222h 4min
Therapy, Treating Trauma & Other Life Challenges | Dr. Paul Conti
My guest this episode is Dr. Paul Conti, M.D., a psychiatrist and expert in treating trauma, personality disorders and psychiatric illnesses and challenges of various kinds. Dr. Conti earned his MD at...
6 Jun 20222h 22min
The Science & Process of Healing from Grief
This episode, I discuss grief and the challenges of processing losses of different kinds. I explain the biological mechanisms of grief, including how neural circuits for emotional and factual memory c...
30 Mai 20222h 4min
Boost Attention & Memory with Science-Based Tools | Dr. Wendy Suzuki
My guest is Dr. Wendy Suzuki, Ph.D., Professor of Neural Science and Psychology and (soon) Dean of New York University, whose research focuses on memory, attention, brain plasticity and simple, daily ...
23 Mai 20221h 44min
Understand & Improve Memory Using Science-Based Tools
This episode I explain the mechanisms by which different types of memories are established in our brain and how to leverage the amount and timing of key neurochemicals and hormones, such as adrenaline...
16 Mai 20222h 7min
Understanding & Controlling Aggression
This episode I describe the neural mechanisms that activate and control aggressive states and behaviors and the role of hormones—estrogen and testosterone—in mediating violent and and/or competive agg...
9 Mai 20221h 28min
