Tools for Setting & Achieving Goals | Dr. Emily Balcetis
My guest this episode is Dr. Emily Balcetis, PhD, Professor of Psychology at New York University (NYU). Dr. Balcetis’ research focuses on how our perception of the world, particularly our visual perce...
1 Aug 20221h 35min
The Science & Treatment of Bipolar Disorder
In this episode, I explain the biology, symptoms, causes and types of bipolar disorder (sometimes called bipolar depression). I discuss neuroplasticity and how the brain normally regulates mood, energ...
25 Juli 20222h 16min
The Biology of Taste Perception & Sugar Craving | Dr. Charles Zuker
My guest this episode is Charles Zuker, Ph.D., Professor of Biochemistry, Molecular Biophysics and Neuroscience at Columbia University and an Investigator with the Howard Hughes Medical Institute. Dr....
18 Juli 20222h 14min
Optimize & Control Your Brain Chemistry to Improve Health & Performance
In this episode, I explain the biological roles of the four major neuromodulators—dopamine, epinephrine (aka adrenaline), serotonin, and acetylcholine—and describe how these neuromodulators impact a w...
11 Juli 20222h 5min
Optimize Your Exercise Program with Science-Based Tools | Jeff Cavaliere
My guest this episode is Jeff Cavaliere, MSPT CSCS, a world-class physical therapist and Certified Strength & Conditioning Specialist. Jeff has coached athletes ranging from novice to professional and...
4 Juli 20222h 38min
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 Juni 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 Juni 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 Juni 20222h 4min
