Scott Small, M.D.: “One of the main purposes of sleep is to trim down our memories.”
Small, a neurologist & Alzheimer's researcher, joins mbg co-CEO, Jason Wachob, to discuss how trauma affects your memory, plus:
- How sleep keeps you from having "too much memory"
- Why having a “bad memory” can sometimes benefit your mental health
- How to make sure your br ... Show More
Mar 29
634: Healing inner-child wounds you didn’t know you had | Nicole LePera, Ph.D. (The Holistic Psychologist)
"Trauma isn't just what happened to us. It's more so about the support we may or may not have had to navigate the emotional fallout of what happened." Nicole LePera, Ph.D., is the creator of the worldwide @theholisticpsychologist movement, and the author of multiple bestselling b ... Show More
48m 12s
Mar 22
642: The science of sweat, saunas & stress | best-selling author Bill Gifford
“Sweating is our superpower," explains Bill Gifford. Gifford, a veteran science journalist and author of Spring Chicken, a New York Times bestseller on longevity. His latest book, Hotwired: How the Hidden Power of Heat Makes Us Stronger, dives deep into the emerging science of he ... Show More
46m 41s
Mar 15
641: The science of real optimism & why positivity is holding you back | Deepika Chopra, Ph.D.
This podcast was created in sponsorship with Toyota. Find a vehicle that makes memorable moments happen, from the 2026 RAV4 and Sienna to the Highlander and Grand Highlander. Plan the trip, pack the trunk, gather your crew, and go places—together. Toyota: People are the destinati ... Show More
48m 8s
Apr 2024
The New Science Of Memory, How to Remember What Matters & Why We're Designed To Forget with Dr Charan Ranganath #444
We often think about our memories as a record of the past – but what if they’re only a selective and evolving version of it? Today’s guest is a world-leading memory expert who has a surprising message: we’re not supposed to remember everything. In fact, our brains are designed to ... Show More
2h 18m
Jul 2021
How to Rewire Your Brain For Sleep with Dr. Andrew Huberman
How to Rewire Your Brain For Sleep | This episode is brought to you by Athletic Greens, BiOptimizers, and Cozy Earth When I was in medical school, they taught us we can’t regenerate brain cells. If you stayed up too late studying or did drugs, you’d lose precious connections and ... Show More
1h 38m
Feb 2024
The Science of Memory & How to Keep It | Charan Ranganath
<p>Can memory improvement unlock a better life? Neuroscientist Charan Ranganath reveals how memory intertwines with happiness, relationships, creativity, and meaning. In his new book <a href="https://amzn.to/49zx1u3" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><em>Why We Remember: ... Show More
1h 7m
Oct 2023
How To Prevent Dementia | Lisa Genova
<p><em>New episodes come out every Monday, Wednesday, and Friday for free, with 1-week early access for Wondery+ subscribers.</em></p> <p>---</p> <p>Understanding the difference between 'normal' forgetfulness and actual memory loss, practical ways to stave off Alzheimer's disease ... Show More
1h 1m
Feb 2024
How to Optimize Cognitive Function & Brain Health | Dr. Mark D'Esposito
In this episode, my guest is Dr. Mark D'Esposito, M.D., a neurologist and professor of neuroscience and psychology at the University of California, Berkeley. We discuss the brain mechanisms underlying cognition and the forms of memory required for focus, productivity, planning an ... Show More
2h 28m
Jun 2024
#1 Memory Expert: The No. 1 Thing That Weakens Your Brain
<p>In this episode of The School of Greatness, Lewis interviews Dr. Charan Ranganath, a renowned expert in neuroscience and author of "Why We Remember: Unlocking Memory's Power to Hold On to What Matters." They delve into the fascinating world of memory, discussing how memories s ... Show More
1h 54m
Dec 2022
Repressed Memories: Can You Forget About Trauma?
<p>The idea of repressed memories goes all the way back to Freud, through the 90’s when therapists accidentally implanted people with false memories, through the courtrooms, and into today where the idea of repressed memories is still popular among lay people and controversial am ... Show More
14m 51s
Apr 2022
The Science of Sleep | Dr. Sara Mednick
<p><em>New episodes come out every Monday, Wednesday, and Friday for free, with 1-week early access for Wondery+ subscribers.</em></p> <p>---</p> <p>If you're trying to improve your sleep, thinking about doing so right before you get into bed might not be the best approach. </p> ... Show More
52m 46s