Best BRAIN ACHIEVER ACADEMY Podcasts (2024)

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EPISODE 155: OPTIMIZING THE GUT-BRAIN AXIS, WITH JUNA CO-FOUNDERS TAYLOR LAMB & JEWEL ZIMMER 1:14:04

4h ago1:14:04

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In episode 155, Laura gabs with Taylor Lamb and Jewel Zimmer, co-founders of Juna, a leading women's wellness brand dedicated to promoting natural health and vitality. They chat about the leading principles behind Juna, including the importance of the gut/brain axis, how to optimize your microbiome, and the effectiveness of plant-powered solutions …

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PETA Founder INGRID NEWKIRK turns 75: A Lifetime of Animal Advocacy 41:44

24d ago41:44

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How can we show more kindness, respect, and love to the animals we share this planet with? What lessons can we learn from non-human animals about living in greater harmony with nature? Ingrid Newkirk is the Founder and President of PETA, actively leading the organization and advocating for animal rights. PETA is the largest animal rights organizati…

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Exploring Spirituality: A Computational Physicist’s Perspective - STEPHEN WOLFRAM 8:30

1M ago8:30

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Stephen Wolfram is a computer scientist, mathematician, and theoretical physicist. He is the founder and CEO of Wolfram Research, the creator of Mathematica, Wolfram|Alpha, and the Wolfram Language. He received his PhD in theoretical physics at Caltech by the age of 20 and in 1981, became the youngest recipient of a MacArthur Fellowship. Wolfram au…

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How Can We End the Climate Crisis in One Generation? - Highlights - PAUL HAWKEN 16:56

1M ago16:56

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“We and all living beings thrive by being actors in the planet’s regeneration, a civilizational goal that should commence and never cease. We practiced degeneration as a species and it brought us to the threshold of an unimaginable crisis. To reverse global warming, we need to reverse global degeneration.” Can we really end the climate crisis in on…

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Regeneration: Ending the Climate Crisis in One Generation with PAUL HAWKEN 53:38

1M ago53:38

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Can we really end the climate crisis in one generation? What kind of bold collective action, technologies, and nature-based solutions would it take to do it? Paul Hawken is a renowned environmentalist, entrepreneur, author, and activist committed to sustainability and transforming the business-environment relationship. A leading voice in the enviro…

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How Can Music Heal Trauma & Foster Identity? - Highlights - MATTIA MAURÉE 11:24

2M ago11:24

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“So for me, it just kind of removing a lot of the shame and then a lot of the energy that I was wasting trying to fit myself into a neurotypical process or framework or way of thinking or being. So, you know, some people call that unmasking, just kind of removing. I was wasting a lot of energy, basically trying to be someone else and function in a …

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Exploring the Sensory World of Autism, ADHD & Non-Binary Artists with MATTIA MAURÉE 58:14

2M ago58:14

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How can we learn to flourish because of who we are, not in spite of it? What is the sensory experience of the world for people with autism and ADHD? How can music help heal trauma and foster identity? Mattia Maurée is an interdisciplinary composer whose work centers around themes of perception, body, sensation, trauma, and resilience. Their scores …

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60. Living Beyond Limitations of Chronic Illnesses with Artist Sophia Hotung 37:09

2M ago37:09

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Artist and illustrator Sophia Hotung suffers from chronic illnesses that present very real daily life challenges but she does not allow them to limit her. She talks to us about coping with unexpected circumstances life throws at her while maintaining hope and joy. Her latest illustration collection - Choreopolis transforms everyday scenarios into s…

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Crisis, Philosophy & the Search for Meaning - ROBERT PIPPIN - Highlights 13:32

2M ago13:32

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“The Greek Enlightenment introduced the idea of centrality and the priority of rationality in understanding ourselves and our relation to the world. Heidegger wants to move us away from what he thinks has culminated in a kind of dead end. We appear in this world without any instruction manual, we have these finite, corporeal lives that begin in way…

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Music as a Healing Process with JOSEPH LEDOUX - Highlights 14:25

2M ago14:25

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“When you're playing music with a group of people, there are those special moments when it all works, and you're in the groove. As soon as you begin to think about it, you lose it because you've introduced thought, and it's trying to take over. There's something at a lower level, a different level altogether, where all that is happening and working…

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How does the brain process emotions and music? JOSEPH LEDOUX - Neuroscientist, Author, Musician 1:00:41

2M ago1:00:41

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How does the brain process emotions? How are emotional memories formed and stored in the brain, and how do they influence behavior, perception, and decision-making? How does music help us understand our emotions, memories, and the nature of consciousness? Joseph LeDoux is a Professor of Neural Science at New York University at NYU and was Director …

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EPISODE 154: BRAIN HEALTH KITCHEN, PREVENTING ALZHEIMER'S THROUGH FOOD, WITH DR. ANNIE FENN 59:53

2M ago59:53

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In this episode Laura chats with Annie Fenn M.D., physician, chef, and author of Brain Health Kitchen: Preventing Alzheimer's Through Food, a science-based cookbook and care manual for the brain. Annie and Laura have a deep discussion about their experiences with the disease in their families, and Annie shares her wisdom on how to fend off Alzheime…

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How to achieve Optimal Well-Being with Emotional Intelligence - Highlights - DANIEL GOLEMAN 11:57

3M ago11:57

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“If you look at meditation, and you strip away the belief system, you find that essentially every meditation is attention training. It might be bringing your mind back to a mantra; some sound, or to your breath, or to a particular attentional stance. I like mindfulness of breathing, where you pay full attention to your in-breath, and to your out-br…

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Author of Emotional Intelligence DANIEL GOLEMAN on Focus, Balance & Optimal Living 53:01

3M ago53:01

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How can we enhance our emotional intelligence and avoid burnout in a changing world? How can we regain focus and perform in an optimal state? What do we mean by ecological intelligence? Daniel Goleman is an American psychologist, author, and science journalist. Before becoming an author, Goleman was a science reporter for the New York Times for 12 …

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What happens to us after we die? - Highlights - INTAN PARAMADITHA 11:50

3M ago11:50

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“The Wandering is a choose your own adventure novel, and the reader is situated in the shoes of this brown woman from the Global South. She's 27 and in a way, she is stuck with her life. She aspires to be middle class, but her job doesn't allow her to achieve this social mobility. In her condition, she makes a deal with a devil, a reference to the …

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Literature, Ghosts & The Afterlife with INTAN PARAMADITHA - Author of The Wandering 48:06

3M ago48:06

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How are writing and travel vehicles for understanding? How can we expand the literary canon to include other voices, other cultures, other experiences of the world? Intan Paramaditha is a writer and an academic. Her novel The Wandering (Harvill Secker/ Penguin Random House UK), translated from the Indonesian language by Stephen J. Epstein, was nomi…

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The Road to Riches: Reflecting on Napoleon Hill's Timeless Wisdom 5:00

3M ago5:00

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As we wrap up our journey through "Think and Grow Rich," this concluding episode revisits the transformative principles Napoleon Hill shared to guide us toward success and fulfillment. From the burning desire to the power of the mastermind, the discipline of organized planning, and the courage to outwit fears, we've explored the building blocks of …

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Voices of the Earth: Reflections on Nature, Humanity & Climate Change 11:43

3M ago11:43

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Environmentalists, writers, artists, activists, and public policy makers explore the interconnectedness of living beings and ecosystems. They highlight the importance of conservation, promote climate education, advocate for sustainable development, and underscore the vital role of creative and educational communities in driving positive change. 00:…

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Conquering Shadows: Outwitting the Six Ghosts of Fear, Ch 15 6:54

3M ago6:54

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Chapter 15 of "Think and Grow Rich" serves as a powerful finale, tackling the Six Ghosts of Fear that hold many back from achieving their fullest potential. This episode takes you through Napoleon Hill's insightful strategies to identify, confront, and conquer these pervasive fears. Discover the nature of the fears of poverty, criticism, ill health…

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Intuitive Edge: Navigating 'The Sixth Sense, Ch 14 4:44

3M ago4:44

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In this chapter of "Think and Grow Rich," Napoleon Hill introduces the mysterious and powerful concept of the Sixth Sense. This episode delves into this ultimate inner guide, often referred to as the "door to the temple of wisdom." Discover how this sense acts as the culmination of the other principles discussed in the book, offering direct communi…

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Exploring Science, Music, AI & Consciousness with MAX COOPER - Highlights 13:09

3M ago13:09

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“As technology becomes more dominant, the arts become ever more important for us to stay in touch the things that the sciences can't tackle. What it's actually like to be a person? What's actually important? We can have this endless progress inside this capitalist machine for greater wealth and longer life and more happiness, according to some metr…

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The Ultimate Broadcast Station: Decoding 'The Brain' in Chapter 13 4:58

3M ago4:58

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Dive into Chapter 13 of "Think and Grow Rich," where Napoleon Hill casts the brain as humanity's most powerful broadcast and receiving station. This episode explores the brain's capacity to tap into and transmit thoughts, transforming them into tangible outcomes. Hill's concept of the "brain as a transmitter" suggests that our thoughts can influenc…

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Beneath the Surface: The Subconscious Mind Unveiled 5:02

3M ago5:02

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Navigate the depths of Chapter 12 in "Think and Grow Rich," where Napoleon Hill illuminates the enigmatic realm of the Subconscious Mind. This episode unpacks the role of the subconscious in shaping our beliefs, influencing our actions, and ultimately determining our success. Discover how to communicate effectively with your subconscious, implantin…

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What can music teach us that science can’t? - MAX COOPER - Musician, Fmr. Computational Biologist 50:10

3M ago50:10

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How is being an artist different than a machine that is programmed to perform a set of actions? How can we stop thinking about artworks as objects, and start thinking about them as triggers for experiences? In this conversation with Max Cooper, we discuss the beauty and chaos of nature and the exploration of technology music and consciousness. Max …

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Transformative Energy: Exploring 'The Mystery of Sex Transmutation 5:52

3M ago5:52

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Chapter 11 of Napoleon Hill's "Think and Grow Rich" delves into one of the most intriguing concepts: The Mystery of Sex Transmutation. This episode explores the idea of channeling sexual energy into creative and productive outlets to enhance one's drive, clarity, and inventive powers. Hill suggests that this powerful force, when redirected, can sig…

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How does a changing climate affect our minds, brains & bodies? - Highlights - CLAYTON ALDERN 13:28

3M ago13:28

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"I want to be wowed by the world. I want to gaze at it in awe and wonder. And I think when we take a step back and begin to appreciate the complexity of the interactions around us. We're taking note of a very porous between the self and the rest of the world. We are literally observing our enmeshment in our environment. And it's that kind of a refe…

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Collective Genius: Unleashing the 'Power of the Master Mind 6:55

3M ago6:55

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In Chapter 10 of "Think and Grow Rich," Napoleon Hill introduces the concept of the "Master Mind," a driving force created through the harmonious collaboration of two or more minds. This episode delves into how this synergy not only multiplies individual capabilities but also serves as a gateway to accessing infinite intelligence. We'll discuss the…

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How climate change is making us sick, angry & anxious - CLAYTON ALDERN - Neuroscientist turned Eco-Journalist 53:01

3M ago53:01

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How does a changing climate affect our minds, brains and bodies? Clayton Page Aldern is an award winning neuroscientist turned environmental journalist whose work has appeared in The Atlantic, The Guardian, The Economist, and Grist, where he is a senior data reporter. A Rhodes Scholar, he holds a Master's in Neuroscience and a Master's in Public Po…

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Steadfast Journeys: The Power of Persistence in Chapter 9 5:51

3M ago5:51

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Chapter 9 of "Think and Grow Rich" shines a spotlight on Persistence, the sustained effort necessary to induce faith and transform desire into its monetary equivalent. In this episode, we explore Napoleon Hill's portrayal of persistence as an indispensable quality that separates the successful from the unsuccessful. Learn about the four simple step…

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The Decisive Edge: Mastering 'Think and Grow Rich' Chapter 8 6:06

3M ago6:06

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Dive into the core of Napoleon Hill's "Think and Grow Rich" with a focus on Chapter 8: Decision. This episode unpacks the profound impact of decision-making on the journey to success. Explore Hill's insights on the characteristics of decisiveness, the enemies of decision, and the significance of reaching clear, definitive conclusions. We'll share s…

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Blueprints of Success: Navigating 'Think and Grow Rich' Chapter 7 6:25

3M ago6:25

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Uncover the pivotal seventh chapter of Napoleon Hill's "Think and Grow Rich," where the focus shifts to Organized Planning, the crystallization of desire into action. This episode delves into the meticulous process of turning your dreams into realities through precise and strategic planning. Hill emphasizes the importance of alliances, the accumula…

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Imagination: Crafting Reality from Dreams, Ch 6 5:31

3M ago5:31

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Step into the realm of possibility with Chapter 6 of "Think and Grow Rich," where Imagination is heralded as the workshop of the mind. This episode explores how Napoleon Hill positions imagination as the bedrock of all innovation and creation. Delve into the two forms of imagination—Synthetic and Creative—and how they interplay to transform desire …

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