In this episode, Daniel Levitin explores the concept of music as medicine and how rhythm and melody can transform wellness. Delving into the origins of music therapy, he uncovers its historical significance in ancient healing practices and its gradual resurgence in modern times. Daniel illustrates the connection between music and the human brain, emphasizing ... Show More
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How to Live Gratefully When Life Isn’t Going Your Way with Kristi Nelson
In this episode, Kristi Nelson discusses how to live gratefully when life isn’t going your way. She explores how to learn to cultivate unconditional gratitude – appreciating life itself, even amidst difficulty, aging, or illness. Kristi shares insights from her cancer journey, ex ... Show More
54m 42s
Nov 21
The Three Levers of Change: How to Shift Your Mindset, Motivation, and Methods for Success with Jim Kwik
In this episode, Jim Kwik explores the three levers of change and how to shift your mindset, motivation, and methods for success. Jim shares his journey overcoming a childhood brain injury and how he discovered practical methods to drive change. He also introduces his “brain an ... Show More
57m 54s
Nov 17
How To Let Go of Self-Doubt and Transform Your Life with Elena Brower
In this episode, Elena Brower explores how to let go of self-doubt to transform your life. She shares her journey to sobriety, the power of self-compassion, and the importance of apology and inner safety. Elena discusses how Zen practice and guiding principles can foster heali ... Show More
51m 8s
Jul 2024
How to Use Music to Heal Your Mind and Body with Renée Fleming : 1185
<p>In this episode of The Human Upgrade, renowned opera singer Renée Fleming explores the powerful connection between music, neuroscience, and longevity. Renée shares her journey with stage fright and somatic pain, revealing how she overcame these challenges to achieve greatness ... Show More
58m 39s
Sep 2024
Harnessing the healing power of music, with Renée Fleming and Aniruddh Patel, PhD
Today, music therapies are being used to help treat mental and physical health conditions as diverse as chronic pain, Parkinson's disease and stroke. Renowned soprano Renée Fleming, editor of a new book on music, the arts and health, joins music cognition researcher Aniruddh Pate ... Show More
39m 15s
Oct 2024
Sound Healing, Sacred Geometry & Ancient Wisdom with Tyler Engel- Ep. 283
Send us a textIn this episode of the Next Level Human Podcast, Dr. Jade interviews Tyler Engle, an engineer and musician who explores the intersection of sound, sacred geometry, and spirituality. Tyler shares his journey from engineering to delving into esoteric knowledge during ... Show More
1h 11m
Jun 2025
305. The psychology of music
Ever found yourself hitting play on that song, and instantly, a wave of emotion hits you, or you’re transported back to a forgotten summer, a specific laugh, a past version of yourself? It feels like magic, right? But beneath those goosebumps and surges of feeling lies an incredi ... Show More
44m 51s
Dec 2024
268: Whole-Body Wellness: A Deep Dive into Functional Nutrition with Andrea Nakayama
<div>What if the key to healing and thriving lies in truly understanding your body’s unique needs and adopting practices that nurture your mind, body, and spirit? In this episode, we delve into the potential of functional nutrition and the value of crafting routines that reflect ... Show More
1h 1m
Dec 2021
David Sulzer, "Music, Math, and Mind: The Physics and Neuroscience of Music" (Columbia UP, 2021)
Why does a clarinet play at lower pitches than a flute? What does it mean for sounds to be in or out of tune? How are emotions carried by music? Do other animals perceive sound like we do? How might a musician use math to come up with new ideas?
This book offers a lively explorat ... Show More
1h 14m
Jan 2025
Conscious Dance: The Science of Movement Medicine with Jennifer Joy Jimenez
"When I was a professional dancer, I felt the worst in my body when I probably looked my best to the outside world. That's when I knew something had to change." - Jennifer Joy Jimenez
In this energizing episode, I sat down with Jennifer Joy Jimenez, transformational leader and f ... Show More
53m 12s