The Dr. Joe Show

Mark and Dr. Joe break down the science of stress and anxiety, exploring how cortisol affects trust and connection, how to use the Four R’s (Recognize, Rate, Remember, Reflect) to calm the nervous system, and why community support and helping others are key to building a more cooperative, emotionally intelligent world! Check out Dr. Joe's  Psychology Today  article, "A Simple Technique to Manage A...

Mark and Dr. Joe welcome attorney-author Christopher Earley in the studio to explore how vulnerability, mindfulness, and the I-M Approach can help us heal from childhood trauma, resolve conflict, and choose growth over repeating the past! Get your copy of  Scaling the Wall: One Man's Journey of Healing Childhood Trauma to Find Fulfillment and Success and get in touch with Chris on his website !

Dr. Joe and Mark are joined by Connect2Recovery Program Director Alan Meister and Drug Story Theater COO Kathleen Wright to discuss the progress in the effort against opioid addiction, from prevention to recovery!

Mark and Dr. Joe welcome back business consultant and author Karen Thrall to unpack anger vs. aggression at work, the “now vs. later” conflict styles, simple brain-based shifts from limbic to logic, and how kindness (and even AI tools like Mark’s Joze.ai ) can turn workplace tension into real resolution! Learn more about Karen and keep an eye out for the release of Don't Lose Your Sh*t at Work on...

After another successful PMC ride, Mark and his fellow riders share their favorite memories, how cancer has effected each of their lives, and their plans for future rides! Get involved for next year at pmc.org !

Mark and Dr. Joe welcome back The Company Theatre’s Zoe Bradford to talk about the artistry and passion behind their production of The Hunchback of Notre Dame, the magic of live performance, and the community it brings together! Remaining performances are Aug 14, 15, 16 at 7:30 PM and Aug 17 at 3:00 PM. Get your tickets at companytheatre.com !

We continue the discussion of this year's Pan Mass Challenge with Mark's fellow riders Paul and Gabby Reardon, who reflect on the PMC as both a personal mission and a family tradition, sharing stories of community, purpose, and the lasting impact of riding for cancer research! Support Gabby's ride at pmc.org!

We hear from Mark and his long-time Pan Mass Challenge teammates, who share personal stories of hope, gratitude, and how small acts of support can make a big impact in the fight against cancer! Support their ride at pmc.org !

Dr. Joe sits down with veteran music editor Tom Kramer to discuss the craft of film music, the behind-the-scenes process on projects like The Queen's Gambit, and how streaming, COVID-19, and mentorship are reshaping the film industry!

Mark and Dr. Joe dive into the promise and pitfalls of artificial intelligence, exploring how empathy, creativity, and the I-M Approach can guide us toward a future where AI enhances - rather than replaces - human connection!

Mark and Dr. Joe talk about this year's Pan Mass Challenge, the sense of guilt one might feel for enjoying acts of altruism, and the brain science of the Ic Domain! Support Mark's ride at pmc.org!

We hear from writer, poet, and critic Dan Schneider about his incredible childhood, his thoughts on the corporate world, and the power the written word has on all of our lives! Check out Dan's work at Cosmoetica !

Psychotherapist Shavaun Scott discusses her memoir Nightbird, sharing her journey through religious guilt, domestic abuse, and personal trauma - including the revenge suicide of her husband - to illuminate the path from inherited pain to healing and resilience. Get your copy of Nightbird and learn more about Shavaun's work on her website !

We talk with author Elizabeth Birkelund about personal growth, the art of translation, and the universality of love as explored in her novel, A Northern Light in Provence! Get your copy of A Northern Light in Provence !

We're joined by Meredith Johnson, who tells us how her family's tragic loss of her cousin by suicide led them on a mission to spread greater awareness of mental health issues that effect countless lives! Learn more about her family's work at kylecaresinc.org!

Mark and Dr. Joe give a shout out to the amazing team at Veterans' Voice , followed by a discussion on the state of the housing market in Massachusetts and abroad, with a focus on common-sense solutions to address the affordability crisis!

After hearing about a local event honoring Vietnam veterans, Mark and Dr. Joe speak with psychotherapist and author Carol Odell about trauma and equine therapy, both subjects in her memoir, Girl, Groomed. Get your copy of Girl, Groomed !

Mark shares some of his favorite memories from his recent trip through Canada, Wolfie from Veteran's Voice calls in to share how he applies the I-M Approach in his daily life, and Dr. Joe reminds us that respect isn't about agreement, but trying to understand different perspectives without judgement!

Dr. Joe sits down with father-daughter writing duo Mike and Grace Liebowitz to explore the thought-provoking themes of their new book, The Second Door—from the power of friendship and the dangers of complacency to the very nature of evil. Get your copy of The Second Door !

Mark and Dr. Joe are honored to speak with writer and photographer Andrea Simon about the research and writing process of her profound historical novel, Esfir Is Alive. Get your copy of Esfir Is Alive and learn more about Andrea and her work on her website!

Mark and Dr. Joe review some of their successes in 2024 before sharing their hopes for 2025, including the wider adoption of the I-M Approach! Get your copy of Unleashing the Power of Respect: The I-M Approach and Dr. Joe's other books! Learn more and let Dr. Joe know your thoughts at drshrand.com !

Mark and Dr. Joe welcome author William F. Carter on to hear about his first published novel Fire and Wrath, including the intense research of the subject matter, how can channel anger in less-than-productive ways, and what a little bit of encouragement can do to someone's entire life trajectory! Get your copy of Fire and Wrath !

After a discussion on the tensions being felt throughout the country, Mark and Dr. Joe welcome actor, playwright, and director at The Company Theatre , Michael Hammond!

We welcome business coach Karen Thrall to hear her wisdom about emotional intelligence, vulnerability, and leadership! Listen for an exciting announcement from her and Dr. Joe!

We're joined by author Melissa Connelly to discuss her new book, What Was Lost, which delves into the importance of understanding exploitation, recovery, and the journey to self-worth! Get your copy of What Was Lost !