Finding Genius Podcast

In this episode, we sit down with Dr. Marc Milstein, an internationally recognized speaker on optimizing brain health, lowering the risk of dementia, and boosting happiness and productivity. He joins us today to discuss the many facets of brain health, and how he's made it his mission to educate people around the world… Starting out as a researcher at UCLA studying breast cancer, Dr. Milstein lear...

In this episode, we are joined by William Jeynes, a Professor of Education at California State University, Long Beach who has graduate degrees from both Harvard University and the University of Chicago.  Having written for both the George W. Bush and Obama administrations, Professor Jeynes is no stranger to the nature of education and politics. He sits down with us today to discuss his work and th...

In this episode, we are joined by Dr. Jonathan Sadowsky, the Theodore J. Castele Professor of Medical History at Case Western Reserve University. In addition to his work as an academic, Dr. Sadowsky has written three books, the most recent being The Empire of Depression: A New History . He also has an upcoming publication from Routledge Press entitled Electroconvulsive Therapy in America: The Anat...

Returning to the podcast is Dr. Mark Holtzapple, a chemical engineering professor at Texas A&M University. He joins us today to discuss his latest research interests: biofuels and engine efficiency… With decades of experience in the field of chemical engineering, Dr. Holtzapple is always eager to push the boundaries of scientific exploration. Not only does he want to convert biomass into biofuel t...

Today we are joined by Barbara Laker and David Gambacorta of the Philadelphia Inquirer, a daily newspaper headquartered in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. They sit down to explain their latest project: outlining the health risks of artificial turf… Barbara is a reporter for the investigative team at the Philadelphia Inquirer, where she's been since 1993. With years of experience in journalism, she is...

In this episode, we connect with Richard Whitehead, an expert in Advanced Field Training Officer training and programs, Forensic Statement Analysis, Leadership, and Instructor Development training. With over 33 years of experience in the Public Safety field, Richard has directed high-profile units such as Homicide, SWAT, Communications, Intelligence, and more… Richard has been sharing this knowled...

In this episode, we chat with David Weill, the former Director of the Center for Advanced Lung Diseases and the Lung and Heart-Lung Transplant Program at Stanford University Medical Center. Since leaving this position behind, David has been assisting transplant programs across the country – with a dedication to improving the delivery of transplant care. In May of 2021, David published Exhale: Hope...

Joining us today to discuss water desalination is Michael Geitner, a Ph. D. Student Researcher at Pennsylvania State University. With a passion for chemical engineering, Michael wants to uncover new and improved desalination technologies – and revolutionize water treatment altogether. What are the benefits of water desalination? How are researchers enhancing how it's done? Michael sits down to exp...

In this episode, we connect with Dr. Sydney Glassman, an Assistant Professor in the Department of Microbiology and Plant Pathology at the University of California, Riverside. Here, she specializes in the research of mycorrhizal fungi and soil fungi and bacteria – a complex community of organisms that can regenerate ecosystems after wildfires, and even contribute to litter decomposition… Dr. Glassm...

Today, we sit down with Dr. Leroy Hood, a world-renowned scientist and recipient of the National Medal of Science. Dr. Hood has se rved on the faculties at the California Institute of Technology and the University of Washington, where he has developed ground-breaking scientific instruments that have paved the way for major advances in biological and medical sciences. In April of 2023, Dr. Hood rel...

How does quantum physics inform biology at a nanoscale? In what ways does biology exhibit quantum behavior? Clarice D. Aiello, a quantum engineer and Assistant Professor at UCLA, sits down to enlighten us… Clarice is an expert on nanosensors harnessing room-temperature quantum effects in noisy environments. With her research group, the Quantum Biology Tech (QuBiT) Lab, she performs quantum measure...

In this episode, we connect with Robby Barbaro, the co-founder of Mastering Diabetes, a coaching program that reverses insulin resistance using low-fat, plant-based, whole-food nutrition. He is also the co-author of Mastering Diabetes , a book that outlines a revolutionary solution for people living with diabetes. Robby was diagnosed with Type 1 diabetes at the age of 12. Since 2006, he's been liv...

In this episode, we are joined by Shawn Bossard, the Director of Agricultural Operations at Cornell University AES. Here, he oversees greenhouses and plant growth chambers – and eight research farms located across the state of New York. Not only does Shawn oversee growth and research farms, but he also provides broad strategic direction for all Cornell AES operations. What has his experience with...

Joining us today is Doug Evans, the author of The Sprout Book and a pioneer of the plant-based health movement for over 20 years. The Sprout Book is a National Bestseller that illustrates how sprouts can be used as an ultra-food for health, weight loss, and optimum nutrition – and Doug is eager to show people just how low-cost and accessible they really are. After making the radical decision to li...

Health and wellness can be approached in a variety of ways, and recently, "taboo" substances like cannabis are being more widely researched and accepted – much to the benefit of those who are using it as a form of therapeutic medicine.  Joining us today to discuss his work in this booming industry is Joseph Sheehey. Joseph is the Founder and CEO of Cured Nutrition, a company that uses cannabinoids...

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Our world's economic landscape is always changing, but how will society adapt? Today, we sit down with Rana Foroohar to discuss the potential fall of globalization – and the new economic era that could take its place moving forward. Rana is an author, business columnist, associate editor at the Financial Times, and CNN's global economic analyst. She joins us in this episode to discuss her new book...

When you think of a college campus cafeteria, do you think about fresh-picked veggies like leafy greens, tomatoes, cucumbers, and peppers? Probably not! But at Auburn University, that's what you'd find. Along with familiar favorites like pizza and burgers, students can find a wide variety of local fresh food to fuel their bodies and minds. Glenn Loughridge is the director of campus dining and conc...

In this episode, we sit down with scientist and entrepreneur Daniel J. Mandell, Ph. D. Daniel is the Chief Executive Officer, Co-Founder, and Director of GRO Biosciences, a genome engineering, computational biology, and therapeutic development company that is expanding the amino acid alphabet to make better medicines.  Originally trained in AI and machine learning at Stanford University, Daniel we...

Throughout history, wars have been fought for the sake of religious liberty. So how have political systems expanded religious freedoms, and is it only done to benefit those in power? Anthony Gill, a professor in the Department of Political Science at the University of Washington, sits down to share his thoughts on this intriguing subject. Professor Gill has dedicated much of his career to the rese...

Joining us today is Rick Passenier, the co-founder and executive board member of GO!PHA, an organization that accelerates the adoption of innovative materials with the potential to benefit the planet and people. Rick has a background in industrial product design. Drawing from this experience, he is on a mission to innovate the plastics business using a variety of applications. With a desire to mit...

In this episode, we are once again joined by Dr. Bill McGraw, a boundary-pushing research scientist with a fascination for alternative health technology. Recently, he has turned his attention to Pulsed Electromagnetic Field (PEMF) therapy – a wellness approach that delivers electromagnetic waves at certain wavelengths to naturally stimulate the body's recovery process… Throughout the years, Dr. Mc...

Joining us in this episode is Dr. Lilia Correa-Selm, a U.S. board-certified dermatologist and internist, international dermatologist, fellowship-trained Mohs micrographic surgeon, and expert confocalist. She is also an Assistant Professor at the Dermatology Department of The University of South Florida, where she spends much of her time researching Cutaneous Oncology, dermoscopy, complex dermatolo...

Today we connect with Danielle Clode, an award-winning author of Australian non-fiction books. With her work spanning history, essays, science-writing, historical fiction, and children's books, Danielle has won the Victorian Premier's Literary Award for non-fiction, the Federation of Australian Writers award for excellence in nonfiction, and more… Danielle's most recent book Koala: A Life in Trees...

There's no question that Christianity and American culture have a connection – but what does this actually mean? For centuries, religion and politics have been intertwined, and the United States is no exception. Joining us in this episode to explain this complex relationship is Dr. Barry Hankins, a Professor of History and Graduate Program Director at Baylor University. With an M.A. in Church-Stat...