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Jun 8
#139 - Waking Up
Matt explains sleep inertia - the groggy transition to wakefulness - noting that waking is a process, not a switch, and that brain regions activate at different speeds. While the core wakes fast, the prefrontal cortex, which handles judgment, remains foggy for 15 minutes. This wi ... Show More
28m 57s
Jun 1
#138 - The Sleepy Girl Mocktail
Deconstructing the "Sleepy Girl Mocktail", Matt separates digital hype from rigorous sleep science. He delineates that tart cherry juice works not through trace melatonin, but as an anti-inflammatory "bodyguard" for tryptophan by inhibiting the enzyme IDO. Matt also exposes the f ... Show More
31m 6s
May 27
#137 - Bedtime Procrastination
Matt examines "revenge bedtime procrastination," where individuals voluntarily delay sleep to reclaim autonomy. Distinguishing this "unlocked door" from the "locked door" of insomnia, he uses global data to explain how smartphones and low agency trigger this behavior which then l ... Show More
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#334: The Memory Doc on The DISTURBING Truth About Why your Memories are a lie
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Why does our memory sometimes fail us? Would you recognise an implanted memory? And what implications do the risks of false memories have for society? In this Focus episode of How We’re Wired, join producer Dr Eva Higginbotham as she explores the murky depths of our imperfect mem ... Show More
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The Science Behind Memory - Dr. Charan Ranganath : 1152
<p>In today’s episode you’ll explore the complexities of memory with Dr. Charan Ranganath, a top expert in cognitive neuroscience. This episode takes you through the fascinating ways our brains record, process, and utilize memories to navigate daily life and shape our futures. Yo ... Show More
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Somatic Memory
<p>As humans we rely on visual memory the most, but what if we told you that memories, especially memories that were formed before we had language, live primarily in our bodies. It's safe to say, the body keeps score, more than we know.<span class= "Apple-converted-space"> </span ... Show More
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Neuroplasticity - Lisa Wimberger - Mindfulness
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275: Breaking the Trauma Cycle: The Power of Somatic Psychology with Dr. Brian Tierney
Have you ever wondered how past experiences live in your body—and how you can release them? In this episode, we dive deep into somatic psychology—exploring how the body stores trauma and how movement, breath, and awareness can unlock healing. We discuss different therapy modaliti ... Show More
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The Science Of Memory: How To Get Better At Remembering And Be Okay With Forgetting | Charan Ranganath
<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>A neuroscientist's strategies to help you remember what really matters, and how mood, multitasking and other people can impact our ... Show More
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Memory
<p dir="ltr">Explore the intricate world of memory and trauma and delve into how generational trauma impacts our nervous system, behavior, and even our genes. Discover the fascinating science behind neuropeptides, epigenetics, and how your body stores and processes traumatic memo ... Show More
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Bessel van der Kolk , MD| The Body Keeps the Score: Brain, Mind, and Body in the Healing of Trauma
1h 1m
Exploring the "tired but wired" state where exhaustion meets an overactive alerting system, Matt explains that insomnia is often a disorder of hyperarousal rather than a lack of sleep drive. Using metabolic data and brain activity, he shows how an internal "accelerator" remains pressed despite an empty fuel tank, causing the body and brain to stay alert when ... Show More
<p style="margin: 0cm;"><span style= "font-family: Poppins; color: black;">Is your memory a reliable record of the past? Or a story your brain keeps rewriting?</span></p> <p style="margin: 0cm;"><span style= "font-family: Poppins; color: black;"> </span></p> <p style="margin: 0cm ... Show More
<p>Bessel van der Kolk, legendary trauma expert and author of <a href="https://amzn.to/3pxhiHB" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><em>The Body Keeps the Score: Brain, Mind, and Body in the Healing of Trauma</em></a> reveals a revolutionary approach to healing trauma. </p> ... Show More
