The Executive Function Brain Trainer Podcast, co-hosted by Dr. Erica Warren and Darius Namdaran, is a biweekly exploration into improving executive functions. The series transforms complex brain science into accessible, practical strategies for enhancing cognitive skills. It investigates areas like boosting memory, improving cognitive flexibility, and offers tailored strategies. The podcast also examines lifestyle factors and technology on cognitive performance. Aimed at a diverse audience, ...
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The Go Dyslexia podcast features discussions with dyslexia experts from around the globe on topics such as assistive technology, entrepreneurship, learning strategies, and cognitive remedial tools. Now, therapists, teachers, parents, and individuals with dyslexia can get advice, strategies, material suggestions and more.
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From the shoes we wear on our feet to the high definition televisions in our living room, wearable devices, the sports universe is a breeding ground for technology. Writer and Photographer Rick Limpert will examine this each week on The Tech of Sports – With guests which include athletes, inventors and journalists that cover the intersection of sports and technology.
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Rick talks with NHRA drag racer, Steve Torrence at the massive SEMA Show in Las Vegas. Steve and his dad race for the same team and he’s still in contention for the NHRA title with one race remaining. The most dominant Top Fuel Driver of this decade Steve Torrence’s rise to the pinnacle of drag racing success is one of the great Horatio Alger momen…
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In this episode of the Executive Function Brain Trainer Podcast, hosts Dr. Erica Warren and Darius Namdaran delve into the often unspoken topic of menopause and its impact on executive functions. They discuss the cognitive changes many women experience during menopause, including brain fog, memory issues, and emotional regulation difficulties. The …
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FGI president Steve Mays joins Rick this week. FGI is Myrtle Beach’s largest ownership group with 21 golf courses and Mays has led the company’s push to renovate its courses to ensure a great vacation experience. Pine Lakes, Grande Dunes, Pawleys Plantation and King’s North at Myrtle Beach National are among the 11 FGI courses that have enjoyed sig…
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Dr. Fahamu Pecou, Founder of African Diaspora Art Museum of Atlanta (ADAMA)
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More than just sports this week… art and culture in Atlanta. Great to talk with Dr. Pecou! Since 2002, Nando’s teamed up with the Spier Arts Trust in South Africa to catalyze and empower over 350 artists from our homeland. Together, we run a ton of exciting artist initiatives that honor our Southern African roots and make a lasting investment in th…
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#73: Habits are Tools for Executive Functions
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In this episode of 'The Executive Function Brain Trainer Podcast,' hosts Darius Namdaran and Dr. Erica Warren explore into the power of habits and innovative tools for enhancing executive function and learning. They discussed the formation and benefits of habits, especially for individuals with dyslexia and ADHD, and introduce iVVi, a groundbreakin…
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Erica Roby, Pitmaster on Beef for Tailgating and Your Next Meal
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Rick is joined by noted Pitmaster and TV and online sensation, Erica Roby. As fall temperatures creep in and families get back into a routine, it’s no surprise that Americans are gravitating to what’s comfortable – and that means turning to some of their favorite home-cooked meals like pot roast and beef stew. In fact, meatloaf is currently rated t…
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Rick is joined by: Bizzy CEO Alex French — an ‘under 40′ executive just named regional EY ‘Entrepreneur of the Year’ — He’s here to discuss how his cold brew brand (sold in more than 7,500 grocery stores across America + online) is energizing sector growth. We all love bold coffee drinks that fuel the daily grind. Enter the 6 Bizzy Cold Brew coffee…
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Mike Shogren, CEO of Prevent Biometrics, Smart Mouthguards
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Mike Shogren is the CEO of Prevent Biometrics, the most independently validated head impact monitoring system in the world. Mike joined Prevent in 2016 and the company has since partnered with over 200 organizations, 10 governing bodies and deployed 20,000+ smart mouthguards. He joins Rick this week. Shogren is a longtime Minnesota resident, who lo…
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#72: How to Make Hard Tasks Instantly Easy
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In this episode of the Executive Function Braintrainer Trainer Podcast, hosts Dr. Erica Warren and Darius Namdaran explore strategies to make challenging tasks easy using executive functions. The conversation covers techniques like time chunking, unitasking, changing perspectives, body doubling, processing styles, and delegation. The episode emphas…
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AI might soon be making your wine selections, even at sports events. Angel Vossough, CEO & Co-Founder Angel Vossough is the CEO and Co-Founder of BetterAI, a Silicon Valley-based AI service provider headquartered in Silicon Valley. The company is uniquely leveraging advanced AI technologies such as Machine Learning, Generative AI, Natural Language …
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Tony Shellman, Streetwear and Urban Fashion Trailblazer, Head of Marketing at Starter
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Great to talk to Tony Shellman of Starter this week. They are still “what the pros wear” and have a new partnership with the Atlanta Braves. Starter, one the most iconic, innovative and authentic sports apparel companies in the world, is celebrated with an ICON at Threads By Braves Clubhouse Store special event with legendary Artist & Music Produce…
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#41 Exploring Visual, Auditory, Tactile and Kinesthetic Ways of Processing
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In this episode of The Personal Brain Trainer Podcast, Erica and Darius guide us through the dynamic world of visual, auditory, tactile, and kinesthetic processing. As we navigate our everyday lives, our brains, and executive functions decode the world around us via multiple sensory channels. Dive in as we unpack each processing type, providing a c…
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#71: Cognitive Flexibility and Emotions
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In this episode of the Executive Function Brain Trainer Podcast, hosts Dr. Erica Warren and Darius Namdaran explore the relationship between cognitive flexibility and emotional regulation. They discuss the concept of cognitive flexibility as a critical executive function and its role in managing emotions. Through the metaphor of the caterpillar's t…
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Matt Lafone, President and GM of Americas at The Athlete’s Foot
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Talking to the President of one of the iconic retail brands in the world, this week. Matt Lafone, President and GM of Americas at The Athlete’s Foot. Big news, especially for Atlanta from The Athlete’s Foot. The Athlete’s Foot is honored to announce the grand opening of its new corporate headquarters, flagship location and community center at 931 M…
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Warren Moon, NFL Hall of Famer, on His Fans and Collectibles
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Rick had the chance to catch up with former NFL great, Warren Moon at Fanatics Fest in New York. He played professionally for 23 seasons, spending the majority of his career with the Houston Oilers of the and the Edmonton Eskimos of the Canadian Football League. Moon also played for the NFL’s Minnesota Vikings, the Seattle Seahawks, and the Kansas …
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Robert Klevens, Prestige Collectibles, Japanese Sports Cards
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The owner of Prestige Collectibles was at the National Sports Collectors Convention with an expansive booth full of Japanese sports cards. Klevens has been buying them for almost 35 years. It’s a hobby he took up while living in Japan. He spent six years living there while running Tokyo’s largest card shop, The Ball Park. … Continue reading Robert …
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#70: Untangling the Mess: Strategies for the Chronically Disorganized
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In this episode of the Executive Function Brain Trainer Podcast, Dr. Erica Warren and Darius Namdaran explore various decluttering and organizational methods. They discuss strategies like the KonMari Method, the Four Box Method, and the 20-20 Rule, as well as the emotional aspects and psychological benefits of maintaining an organized space. Ideal …
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Satish Kumar, Orion Innovation, An Athlete’s Journey to a Professional Career
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According to Markets N Research, youth sports is an estimated $38 billion industry that is expected to grow to $69 billion in 2030. Satish Kumar is the Professional Sports Industry Leader at Orion Innovation, a leading digital transformation and products development firm. He and his team work with global sports teams and leagues to help … Continue …
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Isaac Alpert, The Pennysleever for Sports Collectors
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The Pennysleever is a family business, founded by hobbyists, who believe that collectors would rather spend their money on their collection than their supplies. The motto says, we strive to offer top quality supplies at fair prices. Rick talks with Isaac Alpert of The Pennysleever this week. Whether you collect vintage or modern, rip wax … Continue…
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In this episode of the Executive Function Brain Trainer Podcast, hosts Dr. Erica Warren and Darius Namdaran discuss techniques for managing confusion and strengthening executive functions. They explore various strategies and metaphors to help listeners create 'maps' that clarify tasks and goals. Aimed at parents, educators, and learners of all ages…
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Rene Nezhoda, Storage Wars, National Sports Collectors Convention
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Rick talks with Rene Nezhoda on the floor of the National Sports Collectors Convention in Cleveland. Rene and Casey Nezhoda have been married for 16 years and are the owners of a 7,000 square foot shop called Bargain Hunters Thrift Store in San Diego, California. One of the first things people notice about Rene is … Continue reading Rene Nezhoda, S…
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Ken Goldin, Founder and CEO of Goldin Auctions, The Goldin Touch
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Rick talks with Ken Goldin on ‘Tech of Sports’ this week. Ken Goldin, TV personality? Goldin may be the founder and CEO of Goldin Auctions, a leading marketplace for trading cards, collectibles and memorabilia, but he is reaching a new generation of people with the hit Netflix reality TV series, “King of Collectibles: The Goldin … Continue reading …
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Mike Moynihan, ‘Baseball Collector’ on The National in 2024
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Rick is joined for what is turning out to be an annual chat on the state of sports collecting and more from The National Sports Collectors Convention. This year it’s in Cleveland and it’s always a busy show, but how is Cleveland doing as a host? Great to be joined by “Baseball Collector,” Mike Moynihan. … Continue reading Mike Moynihan, ‘Baseball C…
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In this episode of the Personal Brain Trainer Podcast, hosts Dr. Erica Warren and Darius Namdaran delve into the relationship between overwhelm and executive function. They explore practical strategies to manage overwhelm, focusing on the use of technology like Apple Notes to clear mental clutter and improve productivity. The discussion includes re…
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Todd Harple, Olympics AI Innovation Program Lead at Intel
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Tech always plays a big role in the Olympics. Rick is joined this week by Todd Harple, the Olympics AI Innovation Program Lead at Intel. Intel is leading innovation at the Paris Games. In his role, he is working to enhance the way sporting events are produced and experienced through novel applications of AI. He … Continue reading Todd Harple, Olymp…
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Rich Mueller, Sports Collectors Daily, on 2024 NSCC
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With less than two weeks until the National Sports Collectors Convention in Cleveland, joined by Rick Mueller, editor of Sports Collectors Daily, to talk about the show and more. This year, back in Cleveland, July 24-28, the National Sports Collectors Convention stands as an annual rendezvous for collectors, dealers, and all enthusiasts passionate …
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Rick talks jet lag with expert, Dr. Steve Jasper this week. Did you know that Olympic teams flying across multiple time zones can have their gold Olympic medal counts cut in half – or worse? And that the number of silver medals by Olympic medal teams actually increases when athletes travel long distances across multiple … Continue reading Dr. Steve…
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#67: Losing Things and Executive Functions
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In this episode of the Executive Function Brain Trainer Podcast, Dr. Erica Warren and Darius Namdaran delve into the challenges of losing important items like keys, wallets, and rings, particularly for those with dyslexia or ADHD. They discuss how executive function impacts these behaviors and explore effective strategies to create reliable habits.…
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Jon Reinman, Tonight Show, Jimmy Fallon and now ‘The Garden’s Always Greener: Another NBA Timeline’
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Rick is joined by author and writer, Jon Reinman, this week. Reinman is a writer for the Tonight Show, Jimmy Fallon and WWE. He has a new book out. ‘The Garden’s Always Greener: Another NBA Timeline’ What people have to say about the book “I always read a writers material before I decide to meet … Continue reading Jon Reinman, Tonight Show, Jimmy F…
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Ed Rahill, Author of ‘One Mile at a Time’, Endurance Races
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Rick talks with endurance racer and author of “One Mile at a Time.” A Journey of Persistence and Dreams Realized! Edward Rahill’s fascination with endurance road racing was sparked as a young boy tuned into the iconic 1966 24 Hours of Le Mans. Born and bred in Western New York and an alumnus of the … Continue reading Ed Rahill, Author of ‘One Mile …
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In this episode of the Personal Brain Trainer Podcast, Dr. Erica Warren and Darius Namdaran explore the impact of diet on executive functioning. Erica shares her personal journey with diet changes that helped her overcome colitis and cancer. They discuss essential nutrients like omega-3 fatty acids and antioxidants, with supportive research on thei…
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Sha’Keela Saunders, US Long Jumper, Ready for Olympic Trials
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“It takes just one jump!” That is what US long jumper, Sha’Keela Saunders told me as she prepares for the Olympic Trials in Eugene. Suanders was the 2017 NCAA Division I Indoor track and field Long jump champion. She earned 13-time NCAA Division I All-America honors in her college career. She first broke the University … Continue reading Sha’Keela …
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Kyle Garland, US Decathlete, Heading to Olympic Trials
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Rick is joined by an incredible athlete this week, US Decathlete, Kyle Garland. Garland is a University of Georgia product, who grew up and competed in Philadelphia. Showing promise as a junior athlete, Garland won gold at the 2018 USATF U20 Championships in the decathlon scoring 7562 points. He then went on to finish 7th … Continue reading Kyle Ga…
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Charlene Lipsey, American Middle Distance Runner, Preparing for Olympic Trials
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Great to be joined by American middle distance runner, Charlene Lipsey to start a series of segments leading up to the US Olympic Track and Field Trials and Olympics. She specializes in the 800 meters. She competed in the women’s 800 meters at the 2017 World Championships. Charlene was part of Team USA setting world … Continue reading Charlene Lips…
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Brian Knudtson, Track Coach, New Sculptor, High School Friend of Rick
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A pleasure to be joined this week, by an old friend from Racine Case High School, Brian Knudtson. Brian and Rick shared a homeroom for four years in high school. Brian has gone on to be a popular teacher and track coach in the Royall School District in Wisconsin. Brian was a standout athlete in … Continue reading Brian Knudtson, Track Coach, New Sc…
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#65: The New CHAT GPT 4.0: Impact on Processing
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Welcome to the Executive Function Braintrainer Podcast with hosts Dr. Erica Warren and Darius Namdaran. This episode dives into the new release of ChatGPT 4 O and its significant potential to revolutionize support for individuals with dyslexia, ADHD, and executive function challenges. The discussion includes how AI's advanced multimodal capabilitie…
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Mike Barrell, Tennis Racquet Collector and Expert
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Rick talks with tennis racquet collector, Mike Barrell this week. There are 1000’s of tennis racquets out there. Where you are looking for a racquet that is functional or something to put on your wall as a piece of art, Mike helps guide you through the tennis racquet collecting universe. As a collector, Mike feels … Continue reading Mike Barrell, T…
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Roxana Ehsani, Registered Dietitian Nutritionist talking Wild Alaskan Seafood
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For seafood lovers, it can be hard to know which fish to eat. Fish are some of the only wild animals we consume on a mass scale. Nearly 90% of global marine fish stocks are now fully exploited or overfished. Alaska produces more wild seafood than all other states combined and accounts for about 60% … Continue reading Roxana Ehsani, Registered Dieti…
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#64: How Sleep Powers Executive Functions
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In this episode of the Executive Function Brain Trainer, hosts Darius Namdaran and Dr. Erica Warren explore the crucial connection between sleep and executive functions. They review the research on how sleep deprivation and sleep quality affect the brain's prefrontal cortex, influencing working memory, inhibitory control, and cognitive flexibility.…
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Zakita Edinborough, ‘The Limbo Queen’ from UniverSoul Circus
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Ladies and Gentlemen! Prepare to be amazed. Well, at least prepare for “The Limbo Queen,” Zakita from the UniverSoul Circus. UniverSoul Circus opens in Atlanta at Atlantic Station’s Pinnacle Lot this weekend and is scheduled to run through May 26 — marking the first time that the UniverSoul Big Top has set up at Atlantic … Continue reading Zakita E…
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Rick talks to Dr. Erin Shannon this week. Dr. Erin Shannon is a Doctor of Clinical Psychology and an Energy Medicine Practitioner with 30 Degrees/ Certifications in Integrated Alternative Medicine Techniques for Deep Healing. She specializes in Sports Psychology for Professional Sports Organizations, Athletes, and their families. A Summa Cum Laude …
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In this episode of the Executive Function Brain Trainer Podcast, Darius Namdaran and Dr. Erica Warren explore the connection between exercise and executive function. They delve into research that reveals how acute (single session) and chronic (regular) aerobic exercise can enhance executive functions across various age groups. Studies indicate that…
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Dustin Coffey, 2024 Orvis-Endorsed Fly-Fishing Guide of the Year at Chetola Resort
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Chetola Resort’s manager of fly fishing and head guide Dustin Coffey has landed a prestigious award. Coffey was named the 2024 Orvis-Endorsed Fly-Fishing Guide of the Year on April 5, 2024 during the organization’s annual owners and partners meeting in Manchester, Vermont. He talks with Rick, this week. Coffey calls the award the “heavyweight champ…
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#42: Exploring Sequential, Simultaneous, Reflective Logical, and Verbal Ways of Processing
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In this episode of The Personal Brain Trainer Podcast, Erica and Darius guide us through the dynamic world of visual, auditory, tactile, and kinesthetic processing. As we navigate our everyday lives, our brains and executive functions decode the world around us via multiple sensory channels. Dive in as we unpack each processing type, providing a co…
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43: Exploring Interactive, Indirect Experience, Direct Experience, Rhythmic Melodic Ways of Processing
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Tune into this enlightening episode of The Personal Brain Trainer Podcast where hosts Erica and Darius journey into the diverse realms of Interactive, Indirect Experience, Direct Experience, and Rhythmic Melodic processing. Understanding these unique cognitive styles can vastly improve our executive functions, and how we interpret and interact with…
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#44: AI Capabilities with Memory and Processing
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In this episode of The Personal Brain Trainer Podcast, join hosts Erica and Darius as they dive deep into the fascinating world of artificial intelligence (AI), its likeness to the human brain, and how it interacts with our memory systems. They unpack the functions of language models like GPT, which Erica describes as a procedural memory powerhouse…
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In this insightful episode of "Personal Brain Trainer," Darius Namdaran delves into a unique perspective on artificial intelligence (AI) and its connection to the Socratic Method. Together with Dr. Erica Warren, they explore how AI can be utilized to enhance executive function skills and encourage out-of-the-box thinking through inquiry and reflect…
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#50: Executive Function and Voice Typing Apps
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In this episode of The Personal Brain Trainer, Darius and Erica explore the world of voice typing and how it helps with executive function. They discuss the cognitive benefits of voice typing, its applications for individuals with dyslexia and ADHD, and practical strategies for using voice typing to enhance productivity. Discover the power of assis…
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#51: Revamped SATs: How the New Format Affects Students' Executive Functioning
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In this episode, Erica and Darius unpack the upcoming SAT overhaul. What's changing, and why? How will it impact students with learning differences and executive function? We explore the pros and cons of timed testing, the role of test accommodations, and innovative ways assessments can empower neurodiverse minds. Join us for an insightful discussi…
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#54: Executive Function and Tablet Note Taking Apps
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In this episode, Darius and Erica investigate note-taking apps and their impact on executive function. They explore how these digital tools are gateways to improved attention and preparedness, offering a variety of helpful features. Join them as they uncover a series of tips and tricks. Links: One note: https://www.onenote.com/?public=1 Notability:…
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