Dr. Gabor Maté (The Myth of Normal) is a physician and author. Gabor joins the Armchair Expert to discuss how most people exhibit addictive behaviors, how the mind is connected to physical health, and how human societies are like lab cultures. Gabor and Dax talk about why airports can be sources of anxiety, what happens to the body when someone goes ... Show More
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James Gunn (Superman, Guardians of the Galaxy, The Suicide Squad) is a director, screenwriter, and co-chair of DC Studios. James joins the Armchair Expert to discuss the enduring impact of Super Friends, why people love the fact that Superman can beat up God, and how seeing the S ... Show More
1h 48m
Oct 2024
Gabor Mate: Your Partner Choice Reveals Everything! The Hidden Cost of Ignoring Trauma
In this episode, Dr. Gabor Maté, a world-renowned expert on trauma, stress and addiction, reveals how childhood experiences and emotional suppression deeply shape our relationships and overall wellbeing. He explains how unresolved trauma from our early years can lead to stress an ... Show More
1h 21m
Sep 2022
How to Find Healing From Trauma with Dr. Gabor Mate
Dr. Gabor Maté is a highly sought expert on a wide range of topics such as addiction, stress, and childhood development. He has written many books, of which several are best-sellers, including the award-winning “In the Realm of Hungry Ghosts” , “Close Encounters with Addiction”, ... Show More
1h 2m
Nov 2024
Relationship Patterns, Trauma Bonds, and Setting Boundaries: Navigating the Nervous System with Dr. Nicole LePera
Caggie is joined this week by a returning guest from Season 3: Dr. Nicole LePera, also known as The Holistic Psychologist. In this conversation, Dr. Nicole LePera discusses her journey of self-discovery and the impact of her nervous system on her personal and professional life. S ... Show More
59m 46s
May 2024
Loneliness & Isolation: Shocking Impacts
INCREASE LIFESPAN by Recalling Positive Memories - A Simple Technique to Improve Health! Mayim breaks down famous relationship expert, Dr. David Richo’s ,“5 A’s” (Attention, Acceptance, Appreciation, Allowing, Affection) and their crucial role in fostering healthy connections in ... Show More
1h 8m
Aug 2024
What is trauma? The author of “The Body Keeps the Score” explains | Bessel van der Kolk | Big Think
Contrary to popular belief, trauma is extremely common. We all have jobs, life events, and unpleasant situations causing us daily stress. But when your body continues to re-live that stress for days, weeks, months, or even years, that stress changes your brain, creating trauma in ... Show More
8m 48s
Oct 2024
How To Heal Your Past, Improve Your Mental Wellbeing & Unlock Your Full Potential with Dr Bessel van der Kolk #483
Today’s returning guest is Dr Bessel van der Kolk. Bessel is a professor of psychiatry at Boston University School of Medicine and President of the Trauma Research Foundation. He's also the author of the iconic book, 'The Body Keeps the Score’, which first came out over 10 years ... Show More
1h 53m