Brain Shaman

In this episode, I talk with Amanda Wiggins , CEO of The cGP Lab in New Zealand.  We explore how about how our choices across early, middle, and later life can influence brain health and long-term risk of dementia. Many of these factors—like high blood sugar, diabetes, hypertension, drinking, and smoking—are closely tied to vascular health. Amanda explains how blood vessels function, how they get...

Lisa Nezneski is a pharmacist, certified mindfulness teacher, shamanic healer, and author of Grounded in Chaos . She used meditation, grounding, visualization, and energy work to navigate a period of intense stress and loss—and now helps others do the same. In this episode, we discuss how shamanic healing works, how mindfulness and visualization support emotional well-being, and how we can use and...

In this episode, Brian Karr , co-founder of We Inspect and host of #moldfinders RADIO , explains how to understand mold, find it, prevent it, and reduce your exposure. We cover how modern homes create the perfect conditions for mold, how it impacts your health, and what steps to take to keep it out of your home and brain.  🌐 Connect and Learn More: 📞 Schedule a free call with Brian’s team: http:...

What if your sense of self is the very thing holding you back? In this episode, author and yoga retreat founder Yogi Aaron invites us to explore how yoga can help dissolve the ego and strip away the layers of identity we cling to — our habits, defenses, roles, and masks. We discuss how fear, mistrust, and attachment create instability and confusion — and how yoga offers a path toward clarity, free...

In this episode, my guest is men's yoga and health expert Jake Panasevich . We discuss yoga for men — how to get started, how it differs from other forms of exercise and yoga for women, its benefits for physical and mental health, and more.  Jake shares tips on finding the right class, what to look for in a teacher, effective teaching methods, overcoming common obstacles, and building a consi...

In this episode, I talk with Lisa Skinner , behavioral expert and author of Truth, Lies & Alzheimer's: Its Secret Faces . We discuss common myths, symptoms, risk factors, and practical tools for prevention and caregiving.  Connect and Learn More 🌐Website: mindingdementia.com 📚Book: Truth, Lies & Alzheimer's: Its Secret Faces 🔗LinkedIn: @lisaskinnerauthor

In this episode, my guest is Dr. Mary Newport — physician, author, and Alzheimer's expert. We talk about how nutrition impacts Alzheimer’s, focusing on coconut oil, MCT oil, the ketogenic and Mediterranean diets, and the dangers of sugar and refined carbohydrates. We also cover lifestyle factors that may contribute to Alzheimer’s — and how addressing them can help prevent the disease and impr...

In this episode, I talk with Raj Khedun about his 3:3 Metaverse Breathing Method. We explore how it works, its impact on the nervous system, and how it compares to other popular breathing techniques—and we even practice it together. Our conversation also explores metaphysics, the metaverse, chakras, technology, vocalizations, nostril flow, and the nature of reality—and how all of these connect to...

In this episode, my guest is Dr. Vaibhav Diwadkar , professor of Psychiatry and Behavioral Neurosciences at Wayne State University School of Medicine. We discuss the powers and limits of the human brain, the tentative yet evolving role of neuroscience, and the science of thermoregulation in both animals and humans. Our conversation explores the concept of hormesis-enhanced interoceptive refocusing...

In this episode, my guest is Dr. Jett Stone , clinical psychologist and author of Quiet Your Mind: A Men's Guide . We explore the struggles many men face in today’s world—alienation, confusion, and lack of footing—and how to navigate this modern world with more meaning, purpose, confidence, and connection.  We discuss: Masculinity and femininity Marriage, dating, and parenthood Work—both paid...

In this episode, I talk with yoga teacher and researcher Erica Sharpe about yoga nidra. We explore the emerging science behind this ancient practice, how to do it, and how it can help with insomnia, anxiety, addiction, PTSD, depression, pain, and more.  Yoga nidra lets you rewire memories and habits, break free from past constraints, and open new possibilities. It enhances sleep, relaxation, learn...

In this episode, I talk with yoga teacher and health journalist Sonia Azad about meditation for beginners. We explore Vipassana, yoga nidra, mindfulness, and more—guiding you into practices that bring more calm, peace, presence, and freedom.  Whether you're just starting your meditation journey or looking to deepen your practice, this episode is for you. Connect and Learn More 🌐 Website : so...

In this episode, I talk with Cambridge zoologist Arik Kershenbaum about why communication evolved in animals and humans. We explore how social structure, status, needs, movement, distance, environment, emotions, sense of self and other, theory of mind, genetic relatedness, technology, ideas, words, language, and the senses shape the way we communicate. We also discuss interspecies communication, p...

In this episode, I talk with Peggy DeLong , the Gratitude Psychologist 🙏 about how to cultivate gratitude. Discover simple yet powerful exercises, tools, and tips to help you experience and express more gratitude in your daily life. We also explore the science behind gratitude and its many benefits. Whether you're facing low mood, stress, jealousy, grief, loss, loneliness, insomnia, fear, ho...

In this episode, I interview Rachel White , the 'Skeptical Shaman,' about lucid dreaming 🌙✨ and how we can become more lucid—both in dreams and waking life—through meditation, psilocybin 🍄, flowers 🌸, herbs 🌿, cards, and other substances and practices. RESOURCES BOOKS - Dune by Frank Herbert MOVIES & TV - 28 Days Later - Chapelle's Show - Fantasia PEOPLE - Carl Jung - Emma...

In this episode, I interview Michelle Sherman , a couple and family psychologist and author of Loving Someone with a Mental Illness or History of Trauma and I'm Not Alone . We explore how to love and care for someone with a mental illness while also taking care of yourself. We discuss balancing both individuals' needs, setting limits and boundaries, and navigating the challenges and gift...

In this episode, I interview Dr. Fredric Schiffer , psychiatrist, research associate at McLean Hospital , associate professor of psychiatry at Harvard Medical School, and pioneer of Dual Brain Psychology. We discuss his innovative approach to understanding and treating trauma, addiction, and other mental health challenges, as outlined in his latest book, Good-bye Anxiety, Depression, Addiction, &a...

In this episode, I interview Dr. Chris Aiken , psychiatrist, editor-in-chief of the Carlat Psychiatry Report , and author of Bipolar, Not So Much .   We explore bipolarity and depression as a spectrum—from depression to mania and mixed states—framing them as circadian rhythm disorders.  Dr. Aiken shares practical tools for managing moods, with a focus on sleep regulation. We cover light exposure,...

In this episode, I talk with Karl Kahler , author of Manic Dawn . He shares wild stories of his father’s manic adventures, capturing the extremes of bipolar disorder—its brilliance, chaos, and mix of comedy, drama, and tragedy. We explore historical figures with the condition, creativity, suicide, drugs, justice, imagination, divine connection, the impact on relationships, and the art of storytell...

In this episode, I talk with Lisa Roye Bowers about the fascinating world of frequencies—focusing on light and sound—as well as the power of practices like prayer and meditation in balancing brain waves. We dive into various tools and topics, such as bioresonance devices, music, binaural beats, Solfeggio frequencies, infrared and near-infrared light, silence, voice, affirmations, food, pets, anima...

In this episode, I speak with Dr. Arwen Podesta , an addiction specialist and integrative psychiatrist, about the science of addiction, with a focus on how drugs impact the brain. We break down how substances like alcohol, cocaine, methamphetamine, nicotine, and particularly opiates like fentanyl affect brain function. Dr. Podesta explains the role of our dopamine, serotonin, and opioid systems in...

In this talk with Ross Ellenhorn —author and healthcare pioneer—we explore the human condition and how embracing what makes us truly human—meaning, purpose, autonomy, self-efficacy, play, innovation, collaboration, and connection—can reduce mental suffering and bring us back to life. We also confront the forces that diminish and dehumanize us—alienation, conformity, judgment, labeling, authoritari...

In this episode, I speak with Dr. Matt Bernstein , CEO of Accord Mental Health and Chief Medical Officer at Ellenhorn , about natural ways to improve, heal, and even potentially reverse mental health conditions like bipolar disorder, schizophrenia, schizoaffective disorder, and depression.  The ketogenic diet, a metabolic approach, is the main focus of today’s discussion. We explore its powerful r...

In this episode, I speak with Tripp Friedler , author of The Tunnel , about his family's harrowing journey navigating the challenges of bipolar disorder. Tripp shares the heartbreaking story of his son’s battle with the illness, which tragically ended in suicide. We explore bipolar disorder from multiple perspectives: the individual, the family, and society. We delve into the unique struggles...

In this episode, I explore the intersection of bipolar disorder and spiritual experiences with Mari Beth Lute s, author of Is this a Spiritual Awakening? Or my Bipolar? We talk about what it’s like to live with bipolar disorder, practical tools for navigating it, and how it can sometimes open a door to the metaphysical, connecting us to spirits, God, and deeper realities. We talk about clairvoyanc...