E21 - Mind Over Marijuana: Unraveling Cannabis and the Brain
In this thought-provoking episode of BrainSTEM, Dr. Hilary Marusak sits down with Dr. Matthew Hill, a leading expert in cannabis research, to discuss the complex relationship between cannabis and the ...
20 Jan 202536min
E20 - Runner's High and Beyond: The Neuroscience of Exercise
In this special episode of BrainSTEM, co-producer Aman takes the mic to interview host Dr. Hilary Marusak, neuroscientist and avid runner, about the fascinating connection between exercise and brain h...
13 Jan 202528min
E19 – Pulverizing the Stigma of Mental Illness
In this inspiring episode of BrainSTEM, host Dr. Hilary Marusak sits down with Jon Nelson, a dedicated mental health advocate and member of the One Mind Lived Experiences Council. Jon’s powerful story...
6 Jan 202545min
E18 - The Neuroscience of Anxiety: Expert Insights and Personal Journeys
TW: This episode briefly mentions suicidal thoughts and ideation. Most people experience symptoms of anxiety, like increased heart rate and heavy breathing, from time to time. This is normal. However,...
5 Jun 20241h 19min
E17 – Afraid: Understanding the Purpose of Fear and Harnessing the Power of Anxiety
In this Halloween special episode, Dr. Marusak interviews Dr. Arash Javanbakht, a psychiatrist and director of the Stress, Trauma, and Anxiety Research Clinic (STARC) at Wayne State University about f...
31 Okt 202343min
E16 – Baby on Board: How Pregnancy Shapes “Mommy Brain”
First, Dr. Marusak talks with her best friend, Kristen Ciantro. Kristen is a stay-at-home mom with four kids (the fourth was actually born right before this episode aired!) and a degree in electrical ...
26 Sep 202359min
E15 - Air Pollution and the Brain: Unhazing the Impact of the Environment on Brain Health
This special episode features an interview with Dr. Clara Zundel, Ph.D., about recent research on the impact of air pollution on the brain and mental health. Dr. Zundel is a Postdoctoral Research Fell...
8 Aug 202320min
E14 – Brain Stimulation: Electric Insights and New Approaches in Psychiatry
In this special episode, Dr. Marusak talks with Dr. Greg Fonzo, Ph.D. about recent advances in brain stimulation used in his lab and others. Dr. Fonzo is an Assistant Professor and Co-Director of the ...
3 Apr 202322min
