THRIVING MINDS PODCAST

Allison Feduccia, PhD is a neuropharmacologist, psychedelic researcher, and a builder of virtual and in-person communities. She is the Co-Founder of Psychedelic. Support and Project New Day. In these roles, Allison facilitates the spreading of evidence-based knowledge, connection to resources, and strategies for individuals to maximize the potential therapeutic benefits of psychedelics through saf...

Vickie Simos talks about how martial arts can increase confidence, reduce anger, and lead to an overall boost in mental health. After years of self-doubt and self-deprecation, Vickie Simos  has made many discoveries about who she was and who she wants to be – a confident, strong person who considers herself worthy of all the best life has to offer. Thelo (Teach, Help, Elevate, Lives, Organically)...

Professor Rowena Barrett is an expert in thinking innovatively and being entrepreneurial to get things done. She is QUT’s latest Pro Vice-Chancellor driving the strategic priority for Entrepreneurship. She leads QUT Entrepreneurship, a team of passionate individuals with years of experience to deliver the whole-of-university initiative providing entrepreneurial skill and mindset learning opportuni...

What does it take for a young woman raised in Brisbane Australia to become the PR manager of a top fashion brand in Sweden? Alice Betts started out of high school not knowing exactly what she wanted to do. But born adventurous, with a lot of ambition, and family support, she moved to Norway first, then Denmark and then got her first big break as an intern at ACNE Studios. She learnt Norwegian, Dan...

Need something to lift you and make you smile. Junction Park Primary school students visit the lab and learn about the brain. They ask the most fantastic questions and made us so happy. It is only fair that you are able to enjoy this one too. Thank you John Bray and Junction Park students for embracing neuroscience and the future. We may have some great scientists on the way. Support the show Subs...

William Hynes is a Senior Advisor to the Secretary General and the Head of the New Approaches to Economic Challenges (NAEC) Unit which provides a space to question traditional economic ideas and offer new economic narratives, new tools, methods and policy approaches. He previously worked as a Senior Economist at NAEC, Advisor in the Sherpa and Global Governance Unit, a policy analyst in the Develo...

Today we are joined by Vanessa O'Hanlon, TV presenter, journalist and adventurer.  Facing fear of job loss, covid19 and career uncertainty. She jumped into her car and went on a roadtrip that changed her life. This plus many other adventures are what enable her to thrive despite the unknown. Her motto- wherever the fear is- lean into it and that is where the joy is to be found. www.profselena...

Michelle Newnan lives in Melbourne with her husband and two children, a greyhound and a cat.  She is a full time Mum and works as a freelance photographer. Her family does the ice challenge, tracing and other exercises that focus on brain health. She is an amazing woman that is taking her family into a thriving mindset despite grief, tragedy and other life circumstances. An amazing interview with...

Stepping into the unknown is something that Eleanor Carey has done over and over again. It is something that both excites and frightens her every single time.  From cycling solo across Europe in search of a career change, to founding multiple businesses, to battling hurricanes, extreme sea sickness and sleep deprivation she has learned how to get comfortable being uncomfortable. Spending 62 days a...

What does it take to beat the odds and take the path that most people dare not take. Meet Saki, a first year PhD student at the Peter Mac Cancer Centre at the University of Melbourne. Her suggestion for daring to go beyond and shoot for the stars is to take small wins and celebrate.  Connect with Saki Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sakurako-kobayashi-655681217/?fbclid=IwAR2EKSZYCy3_PmjxkwAq...

Coby Lee 19 year old young entrepreneur, author and inspiration to the youth of Australia has spent the past couple years dedicating her free time to  motivating young people to start a business. She achieved this by writing her book ’Thrive: A Young Entrepreneurs Guide to Starting A Business’. Also, starting a business degree at Queensland University of Technology on a full scholarship. She has w...

It is well known that poor executive function impacts every aspect of life across the life span, including work productivity and getting along with others. Executive function refers to the parts of the brain that are important for on-task attention, short-term memory and manipulation of information in mind (working memory), long-term memory, decision making, reasoning and planning. We now know tha...

How sugar addiction changes the brain and what to do about it-from a neuroscience perspective. Libby Trickett and I discuss this in the Pebble in the Pond podcast for the Australian & New Zealand Mental Health Association. Did you know that 75% of Australians are predicted to be overweight or obese by 2025? Neuroimaging studies have shown that high-sugar containing foods and beverages activate...

Joined today by Executive Principal Llew Paulger who has kindly shared the Kelvin Grove State College Wellness pedagogy. They understand that brain health, fitness and wellness underpins excellence and performance. He shares the strategy that has seen the school grow from 2400 enrolments to 3600. The aim is for 3600 kids to leave the school well and on a pathway that leads to their life success. W...

From my the Perkins Platform blog talk radio. This show features the opinions and experiences of international leaders in education focusing on the challenges and promise of providing quality education to all. Professor Selena Bartlett discussed her work on neuroplasticity and brain health.  Professor Bartlett is a Group Leader in addiction-neuroscience and obesity as well as a Professor of Neuros...

Encouraging a culture of feedback is vital to increasing performance and engagement in the workplace.   F eedback can become a gift that uncovers infinite opportunities for learning and growth. It starts with asking questions. Emeritus Martin Betts, Founder of HEDx. Former Deputy Vice- Chancellor Griffith University with over 40 years experience of leadership and I discuss how leading yourself fir...

Professor Donna Pendergast is Dean and Head of the School of Education and Professional Studies at Griffith University.  Her research expertise is education transformation and efficacy, with a focus on: middle year’s education and student engagement; initial and professional teacher education; and school reform.  Donna commenced her career as a school teacher working in secondary, P-10 and senior...

Monique Murphy was like any teenager at University. Studying and being with friends. When one day she woke up from a coma in a hospital to see she no longer had a foot. She had fallen from a 5th story building and through a glass building. She recovered from incredible injuries, including amputating her right leg below the knee.  She tells a story of resilience and strength. Her mindset for her ag...

Contentgroup CEO David Pembroke learns everything you need to know about the brain and how to train the brain from Professor Bartlett.  Founder and CEO of contentgroup. Adviser to Eddie Jones, Head coach, England Rugby team David and Anna Pembroke knew that Australians value content and that is the best way to reach them. Today, they lead a team of highly-regarded veterans and digital-savvy creati...

Hello everyone, Shelley Templeman describes how she overcomes workplace stress and bullying. In these times of workplace stress, she imagines herself taking a gap year. She starts to plan it out in her head and has come to realize how helpful this is to her mindset. It has been a stressful year and her simple technique may help. We also discuss how she came upon the Smashing Mindset book in the TR...

Leadership under crisis starts with the leaders Thriving Mind. In this episode with Professor Martin Betts who has decades of experience in Leadership joins me to discuss how effective leadership begins with ourselves, this allows others to mirror our behaviour.  Covid-19 opens a window for each of us to help others to seek opportunities to thrive. Learn more at the HEDx podcast.   https://podcast...

Neuroscientist Professor Selena Bartlett is an international trailblazer who has been studying the human brain for 30 years. She believes that by understanding how the brain works and how we respond to stress, we can help manage addictive behaviours like drinking, smoking and binge eating. In this podcast for Life Education Queensland, coinciding with Queensland Mental Health Week, Professor Bartl...

Lea survived a cancer diagnosis at 19 years of age. She discovered the power of laughter and the brain in helping her survive. She is now writing a book about this topic. We met to discuss how laughter helps and its impact on the brain. Support the show Subscribe and support the podcast at  https://www.buzzsprout.com/367319/supporters/new Learn more at www.profselenabartlett.com

We have an opportunity to change the way we view mental health. It would be great to have a focus on prevention rather than treatment. Covid-19 has affected everyone in some way. The importance of brain health and fitness has never been so acute. We need to incorporate a strategy that brings a simple messages that people can implement to be happier, healthier and stronger. Support the show Subscri...

 The brain is such an important part of navigating fear, uncertainty, especially during a crisis. The brain has enormous capacity to change with training and effort. Many people discuss physical fitness with family and friends. But mental health is relegated to closed rooms and offices. Becoming brain fit is a wonderful way to build mental strength and resilience.  Support the show Subscribe and s...