Autobiology with Jennifer Little-Fleck

Send us Fan Mail Episode 28. In part 2 of our sleep discussion, Jason Wilson and I discuss our favorite sleep supplements. Glycine by Life Extension : Glycine is considered a semi-essential amino acid that is produced naturallyby the body and has a calming effect on the brain. Because of this, glycine promotes relaxation and soundsleep. Magnesium Breakthrough by BiOptimizers: The Most Potent, Comp...

Send us Fan Mail Episode 27. In this episode with fellow biohacker Jason Wilson, we discuss why we sleep, what happens when we sleep, and key sleep optimization strategies. Be sure not to miss Episode 28, where we discuss our favorite sleep supplements! Products mentioned on this Podcast BOOK Why We Sleep  by Matthew Walker, PhD WAKE-UP LIGHTS Article from the Sleep Foundation comparing wakeup lig...

Send us Fan Mail Everyone has an origin story...that defining moment when one piece of new information changed everything... that point at which you realized everything you THOUGHT you knew was either wrong or only a tiny part of the bigger picture. Once you get to that point, you can't go back. And the more you move forward, the more you find out how much you need to learn. My journey starte...

Send us Fan Mail Episode 25. In my first live onsite podcast, I interview Samantha "Sam" Sunseri, a cosmetologist at the Gloss Society in Pittsburgh, PA. Sam is a Salon Manager, Hair & Nail Stylist,  Makeup Artist, and Bridal Coordinator. She is also my personal stylist and listens to all my crazy biology stories!  During the interview, Sam answers questions like:  Can everyone grow...

Send us Fan Mail Episode 24: In this 3rd episode of the brain series, I discuss how your brain captures interesting information and eventually files it away in your long-term memory, and how the process of neurogenesis makes sure that we never run out of RAM! We also discuss the things that decrease neurogenesis, and things we can do to increase neurogenesis. Finally, I review a few key supplement...

Send us Fan Mail Episode 23. In this episode, I will introduce you to Patient H.M.—as he was known for 50 years. His real name is Henry Molaison, which was revealed after his death in 2008. In 1953, Henry underwent experimental surgery to correct his epilepsy—which was cured—but with devastating consequences. *Podcast correction, the lesion in the frontal lobe was discovered after his death from r...

Send us Fan Mail Episode 22. It's been a year since Autobiology launched and we are starting off Season 2 with a series on how the Brain works and heals itself. First up—how does the brain learn best?  How can you use this information to study for a test? In this episode, Jennifer talks about the "study of studying", what those surprising results are, and how she uses that informati...

Send us Fan Mail After getting her degree in Molecular Biology at the University of Pittsburgh, Jennifer Little-Fleck went through a crazy progression of career development from transplant research, to pharmaceutical sales training, to creating a resume-writing advice blog—finally embracing her destiny as a freelance medical writer and biology entertainment podcaster! As a full-time freelance medi...

Send us Fan Mail In this podcast, I continue my conversation with fellow Biohacking buddy Jonathan Charles Wilson.  Connect with Jonathan on IG, FB, and Linkedin @jonathancharleswilson. This time I recount my personal favorite biohacking devices. A must-listen for anyone who is considering a device for muscle memory training, stress relief, anxiety, sleep, or a full brain circuitry reset. 1.  Halo...

Send us Fan Mail In this podcast, I am interviewing my fellow Biohacking buddy Jonathan Charles Wilson. He shares his top 5 favorite biohacking devices, how he uses them, and how they make him feel. A must-listen for anyone who is considering a device for stress relief, health management, or hair restoration! The following links contain some affiliate links. Jonathan’s Picks 1. BIOSENSE® Breath Ke...

Send us Fan Mail Episode 18: Another Team Daphne and Faith episode!  This time we are talking about how your skin keeps up when you start to grow and get taller  - and how your hair grows, too! Key points: How does skin grow when you get taller? The skin does lots of stuff for you! It’s a barrier against chemical, physical, and biologic threats  It helps regulate our body temperature  It provides...

Send us Fan Mail Episode 17: In another episode of Autobiology Kids with Daphne and Faith, we are talking pimples, toenails, fingernails, and lots of other random things! You can view this podcast on YouTube here: https://youtu.be/3wo41ScLuVQ Pimples Inside pimples there is pus = dead white blood cells. White blood cells are what fights off foreign invaders like bacteria, viruses, and other germs...

Send us Fan Mail Episode 16: Listen along as Daphne Fleck and Faith Peterson get silly and learn about why we need eyelids, eyebrows, and even...eyes? Do we need our eyes? Hmmmm. I'll let you answer that one!  We also talk about many things on iCarly, Wolfwalkers, silly things I witnessed in high school, and what happens to Baby Luke when he eats dairy. We finish up with a discussion of our 5...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode listen to Jennifer being interviewed by Dr. Jen Haley on the Radiance Revealed Podcast! In this episode, I was invited to discuss the world of epigenetics. Find out what exactly epigenetics are, how they work, and how you can influence them for a healthy and happier you. You no longer have to be a slave to your genetics - tune in to find out how!  Jennifer received...

Send us Fan Mail Episode 14. The Championship Forum with Jeff Hancher typically discusses leadership skills, but these skills can only take you so far. Having a strong memory will set you apart as a leader. Can you teach someone to strengthen their memory? Or are you stuck with your biology? Today Jeff interviews me to talk about how you can boost your memory and become a better leader. Why should...

Send us Fan Mail Episode 13: Yes...I'm combining several things here...lucky episode 13...getting lucky...Valentine's Day...let's explore the more FUN side of biology! WARNING: explicit subject matter and not intended for children. In this episode, you will hear some fun facts around some of the more common questions when it comes to excitement, performance, and pleasure! I don&apos...

Send us Fan Mail Episode 12: Do you know someone who doesn’t eat well? Maybe it’s your college kid, maybe it’s you, maybe it’s someone you know. The lack of fresh fruits and vegetables in your diet can quickly cause some incredibly disgusting effects on your body in as little as 1-3 months!! And when you combine a crappy diet with alcohol and/or smoking– oh man – I’m not going spoil it but it’s ep...

Send us Fan Mail Episode 10: Have you ever heard someone say that there are bugs living on your skin or spiders living on your eyelashes that are soooooo small you can't see them? Well - it's true! Listen in as we talk about what they are and why they're there. We also talk about why dirt smells like...dirt! Connect with Jennifer Little-Fleck! IG: @autobiologywithjennifer Website: h...

Send us Fan Mail Episode 011. My beautiful autobiologists - we made it to 2021! I've been saving this podcast to give you something fun to think about as we head into the new year. Yes, we are going to talk about some facial procedures but there's lots of little things we can do that don't require anything but a trip to the drugstore. Teeth? Yes, teeth are extremely important to bot...

Send us Fan Mail Episode 009. In this episode, I am joined by Amy Altieri who tells us her story of being diagnosed with Thyroid Cancer at a time in her life where it seemed like she had it all: a doting husband, a new baby, and an awesome career. Deciding that this diagnosis was not going to derail her, Amy did what few people in her position do: she got several opinions and demanded to understan...

Send us Fan Mail Episode 008. Got Teenagers? Or perhaps you are still experiencing adult acne? Listen up as we dish with Dr. Jen on her approaches to skin issues in teens and adults. Connect with Jennifer Little-Fleck! IG: @autobiologywithjennifer Website: https://autobiology.net/ Autobiology Bits Podcast on Apple Autobiology Bits Podcast on Google Connect with Dr. Jen Haley! IG: @drjenhaley Dr. J...

Send us Fan Mail Episode 006. In this episode we continue to explore the question, “Am I doomed if I inherit bad genes from my parents?” We’ve all seen something in our family lines that make us nervous and wonder if we are going to eventually suffer from the same sickness or disease…is there something we can do? Is the fate of our own health already set in stone, from the moment our genetic code...

Send us Fan Mail Episode 007. Do you have kids? If so, you undoubtedly know that kids experience a ton of skin issues—some right at infancy—which is thoroughly frustrating as a parent. In this quick tips episode, Dr. Jen Haley, a dermatologist, reviews some common skin conditions with kids and tips that might just surprise you! I know I picked up a few gems. Products mentioned in the podcast: Cera...

Send us Fan Mail Episode 005. In this episode we are going to explore the question, “Am I doomed if I inherit bad genes from my parents?” We’ve all seen something in our family lines that make us nervous and wonder if we are going to eventually suffer from the same sickness or disease…is there something we can do? Is the fate of our own health already set in stone, from the moment our genetic code...

Send us Fan Mail Episode 004. The first Laugh & Learn episode featuring short but interesting questions on some well-known biological curiosities. Covering 4 different topics, I will tell a short little story and then explain "the why" so that YOU can have more fun things to talk about at dinner. Topics covered today: 1. Why do we get pruney in the bathtub? 2. Why do we get hiccups?...