Hypnosis—stage act or science? Neil deGrasse Tyson, joined by co-hosts Chuck Nice and Gary O’Reilly, dives into the mysterious world of hypnosis with clinical psychiatrist David Spiegel. What is hypnosis? Is it about losing control—or gaining it?
Yesterday
Why Do We Exist with Hakeem Oluseyi
What is fundamental in the universe? Neil deGrasse Tyson and comic co-host Chuck Nice welcome back Hakeem Oluseyi to dive deep into cosmology, plasma physics, the origins of life, and some of the most provocative ideas in modern astrophysics.NOTE: StarTalk+ Patrons can listen to ... Show More
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Sep 8
Why Craters Are Round, Size of Life, The Real Length of Day – TYTYK
Is there a limit to how small life can be? Or how big? Neil deGrasse Tyson and Chuck Nice break down why all craters on the moon are round, the scale to life, and why the length of the day isn’t 24 hours. NOTE: StarTalk+ Patrons can listen to this entire episode commercial-free h ... Show More
46m 28s
Sep 4
This Is Your Brain on Psychedelics
What if you could reopen your childhood brain? Neil deGrasse Tyson, Chuck Nice, and Gary O’Reilly explore the cutting edge of psychedelic science, critical periods, and what a high octopus can teach us about the human mind with neuroscientist and psychedelics expert Gül Dölen. NO ... Show More
1h 14m
Aug 2025
Hypnosis, Brain Hacking, & Mental Mastery - Dr David Spiegel - #985
Dr. David Spiegel is a psychiatrist, Stanford professor, and leading authority on hypnosis and stress-related health. What exactly is hypnosis? Most of us picture it as a magician’s trick, when someone dangles a watch, your eyes get heavy, and suddenly you’re suggestible. But tha ... Show More
1h 33m
Dec 2023
The Surprising Science of Hypnosis, Pain & Habit Change | Dr. David Spiegel
<p>What if you could rewrite the subconscious scripts controlling your life? Harness untapped mental powers to conquer pain, anxiety, and addictions? </p><br><p>My guest Dr. David Spiegel, renowned psychiatrist & director of Stanford's Center on Stress and Health, pulls back ... Show More
1h 2m
Apr 2024
Hypnosis for Healing: Understanding the Powerful Science with Dr. David Spiegel (231)
Join Dr. Ann Kelley and Dr. David Spiegel as they dive into the benefits and misconceptions of hypnosis. Hypnosis is a state of highly focused attention and cognitive flexibility, allowing individuals to explore new possibilities. Whether it's trouble with sleep, intense anxiety, ... Show More
1h 4m
Nov 2023
The Science Of Hypnosis: A Simple Tool for Treating Stress, Anxiety, Insomnia and Disease with Dr. David Spiegel
This episode is brought to you by Rupa Health, Bioptimizers, Joovv, and Essentia. When you hear the term “hypnosis,” what immediately comes to mind? Is it a clock-swinging magician or a comedy hypnosis show? What most people don’t know about hypnotherapy is that it’s actually an ... Show More
1h 11m
Jun 2024
Ep. 306 - How to use Hypnosis to Unblock & Heal with Dr. David Spiegel
<p>Imagine unlocking a superpower hidden within your mind. Imagine feeling in control of how you engage with the world, how you heal and grow, and how you manage stress. If you’re a TBMer, you already know how powerful hypnosis can be, but today we’re giving you a fascinating con ... Show More
1h 7m
Mar 2024
Can Hypnosis Help Control Anxiety and Trauma?
Hey gang! Welcome to another episode of the AnxietyRX Podcast. In the latest episode of my podcast, I had the delightful opportunity to engage in an enlightening conversation with none other than Dr. David Spiegel, a true virtuoso in the realm of hypnosis. Dr. Spiegel, a Wilson P ... Show More
56m 41s