Best Brain Power Studios Podcasts (2025)

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A New Book On The Horrifying, Creative World Of Insect Zombies 18:27

13h ago18:27

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It’s zombie season! At least if you’re watching the new season of the fungal thriller “The Last of Us,” airing right now on Max, which chronicles what happens after a fungus turns most of humanity into zombies. It’s fiction for us, but for some organisms on the planet, it’s more like a documentary. The fungus that zombifies humanity in the show is …

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Why Changing Priorities Can Feel So Unsettling (And What to Do About It) 7:05

16h ago7:05

7:05

As we grow, our priorities shift—and that can feel unsettling, like we’re losing parts of ourselves. But change isn’t loss; it’s evolution. Learn how to embrace who you’re becoming without fear. Find more from Rosie here! Try Headspace for free here. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices…

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SUSAN MORRISON! LIZZY COOPERMAN! COOL PERSON'S COOLEST MOMENT, LAME PERSON'S LAMEST MOMENT! 2:57:24

16h ago2:57:24

2:57:24

SUSAN MORRISON, author the Lorne Michaels biography Lorne, checks in with Tom to discuss her book, the SNL culture and more! Tom, callers and the crew put together a list of Cool People's Coolest Moments and a second list of Lame People's Lamest Moments! Who will come out on top/bottom? LIZZY COOPERMAN pops in for a moment before holding down the R…

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Untangling The Mind-Body Connection In Chronic Pain 18:38

1d ago18:38

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Research suggests that better understanding the psychological and neurological components of chronic pain may lead to better treatments. Chronic pain is remarkably common: Roughly 20% of adults in the US live with it. And people with chronic pain are more likely to have depression, anxiety, and substance abuse disorders. But this relationship betwe…

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Your body is changing—listen to it. 8:56

1d ago8:56

8:56

Your body is always evolving, but when it changes in unexpected ways, it can feel frustrating and disorienting. Instead of resisting, learn to listen, adapt, and meet yourself with kindness through every stage. Find more from Rosie here! Try Headspace for free here. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices…

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Your Thoughts are Magic: The Science and Spirituality Behind Mindset Shifts 12:52

1d ago12:52

12:52

In this 4-part series you will learn how to master your thoughts and transform them into positive outcomes. Change the way your think. Your host Kari Bandle leads you through all the steps to create what you want in your life.By Kari Bandle

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The Power of Your Mind: Integrating Mental Mastery 16:01

1d ago16:01

16:01

The 4th and final wrap up to The Power of You mind Series explores "The Complete Mental Mastery Framework" with Host Kari Bandle from Sacred Whispers Studio. It integrates techniques previously covered in the series - into a unified approach that creates "integrated neural networks." The podcast explains the neuroscience behind this integration, sh…

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Breaking Free from Limiting Beliefs: The Lies Your Mind Tells You and How to Reprogram Them 10:21

1d ago10:21

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Week 2 of 4 the "Power of Your Mind" series we look at how limiting beliefs physically shape our neuro pathways and explore the fascinating intersection between neuroscience and spiritual wisdom. Discover why your subconscious mind - processing millions of bits of information per second - holds the key to transcending your limitations. What will yo…

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A Precisely Pointed Laser Allows People To See New Color ‘Olo’ 18:36

3d ago18:36

18:36

Researchers isolated one kind of cone in the eye and aimed lasers at it to allow subjects to see a super vibrant teal shade they call “olo.” Think about the colors of the world around you—the blue of a cloudless sky, the green of a new leaf, the blazing red of a tulip’s petals. We see these colors because of the way our eyes work. But what if we co…

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Aging is inevitable, but fearing it is optional. 7:55

3d ago7:55

7:55

Rosie explores the moment she realized she was aging and the societal fears around it. She shares a Buddhist perspective on impermanence, the wisdom we gain, and how to embrace aging with gratitude. Find more from Rosie here! Try Headspace for free here. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices…

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The Brain’s Amazing Ability to Change — David Eagleman Breaks It Down 22:17

4d ago22:17

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Neuroscientist David Eagleman explains how neuroplasticity allows the brain to adapt, grow, and rewire itself. Learn how to strengthen mental flexibility, boost learning, and take control of your brain’s potential. You can find more of his work here. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices…

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How Mindfulness Can Help You Slow Down Time 7:04

4d ago7:04

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In this episode, Rosie shares how mindfulness transformed her experience of time—from constant overwhelm to grounded calm. Learn how being present can stretch your day, ease your mind, and help you feel less rushed and more alive. Find more from Rosie here! Try Headspace for free here. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adch…

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The Power of Your Mind: Integrating Mental Mastery 16:01

4d ago16:01

16:01

The 4th and final wrap up to The Power of You mind Series explores "The Complete Mental Mastery Framework" with Host Kari Bandle from Sacred Whispers Studio. It integrates techniques previously covered in the series - into a unified approach that creates "integrated neural networks." The podcast explains the neuroscience behind this integration, sh…

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$8B Of Climate Tech Projects Canceled | In Louisiana, A Successful, Growing Wetland 20:34

5d ago20:34

20:34

How will market uncertainty and a lack of federal support for climate efforts affect the future of clean energy in the United States? Plus, many wetlands are disappearing, but Louisiana’s “accidental” Wax Lake Delta is growing—and informing coastal restoration techniques. $8 Billion Of Climate Tech Projects Were Canceled In 3 Months In the first th…

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When Growth Feels Invisible 7:28

5d ago7:28

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Rosie explores the frustration of working hard on personal growth without seeing immediate results. Using the metaphor of bamboo, she reminds us that progress often happens beneath the surface—before we ever notice it. Find more from Rosie here! Try Headspace for free here. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices…

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Black Tyger 1:04:18

5d ago1:04:18

1:04:18

BEST SHOW BESTS! In this classic clip, Tom takes a call from a member of the band BLACK TYGER! (Originally aired on WFMU on February 10, 2004) New to the Best Show? Check out Best Show Bests, the greatest hits of The Best Show! Available every Friday on your podcast app. SUPPORT THE BEST SHOW ON PATREON! WEEKLY BONUS EPISODES & VIDEO EPISODES! http…

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Investigating Cat Behavior Through Genetics 18:13

5d ago18:13

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With the help of cat owners, a new project investigates cats’ biology and aims to link some of their behaviors to their genes. Calling all cat people: This one’s for you. Despite humans’ long history of welcoming felines into their homes and delis, research on cats lags far behind research on dogs. Now, scientists behind the project Darwin’s Ark ar…

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Finding Compassion for Difficult People 6:56

7d ago6:56

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Rosie shares a personal story of frustration with a noisy neighbor and how a shift in perspective changed everything. Learn how mindfulness and compassion can transform our reactions to difficult people. Find more from Rosie here! Try Headspace for free here. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices…

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Advances In Brain-Computer Interfaces For People With Paralysis 18:37

8d ago18:37

18:37

An evolving technology is changing the lives of people with paralysis: brain-computer interfaces (BCI). These are devices that are implanted in the brain and record neural activity, then translate those signals into commands for a computer. This allows people to type, play computer games, and talk with others just by thinking, allowing more freedom…

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The Power of Pausing Before Reacting 6:25

8d ago6:25

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When anger rises, we often react impulsively. Rosie shares a grocery store encounter and explores how taking a brief pause before reacting can shift our response, leading to clarity and self-control. Find more from Rosie here! Try Headspace for free here. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices…

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SLOPPY BOYS! DAVID SHEFF! THE BEACH: GOOD OR BAD?! GLENN DANSIG IN MIDDLEBRIDGE! 2:55:57

8d ago2:55:57

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The SLOPPY BOYS come to the Forever Dog studio to chat with Tom about their podcast, their musical career, the beach and more! Tom talks with DAVID SHEFF, author of the Yoko Ono biography Ono! The topic: Is The Beach good or bad? Callers weigh in! Plus, Tom gets a call from GLENN DANSIG IN MIDDLEBRIDGE! SUPPORT THE BEST SHOW ON PATREON! WEEKLY BONU…

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A Blind Inventor’s Life Of Advocacy And Innovation 18:31

7d ago18:31

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In Connecting Dots: A Blind Life, inventor Josh Miele recounts his life story and path to becoming an accessibility designer. When inventor and scientist Josh Miele was 4 years old, a neighbor poured sulfuric acid on his head, burning and permanently blinding him. In his new book Connecting Dots: A Blind Life, Miele chronicles what happened afterwa…

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Are You Holding Onto Resentment? 8:27

9d ago8:27

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Holding onto anger is like gripping a hot coal—it only burns you. Rosie shares a personal story of resentment, exploring how mindfulness and compassion can help release anger and reclaim inner peace. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesBy Headspace Studios

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The Lack Of Science In Road Design Is Deadly 18:40

8d ago18:40

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Are traffic engineering decisions based on evidence-based research? Not as much as you might think. If you’ve seen a car crash on the side of the road, you might look at it and think that the person at fault is the driver. But how much blame should be shared by the people who designed those roads in the first place? Well, some traffic engineers are…

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How to Work with Your Anger (Instead of Letting It Burn You) 7:58

10d ago7:58

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Anger isn’t the enemy—it’s energy waiting to be understood. Rosie shares a personal story about learning to pause, reflect, and channel anger in a way that leads to clarity, not regret. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesBy Headspace Studios

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The Do Better Blues 6:37

11d ago6:37

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Eve explains how mindfulness helps us accept ourselves just as we are — imperfect human beings. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesBy Headspace Studios

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How to Live with Physical Pain 6:30

12d ago6:30

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Eve talks about how meditation and mindfulness can have a real impact on the way we respond to and manage pain. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesBy Headspace Studios

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Possible Signature Of Life Detected On Exoplanet—Maybe | A Colossal Squid Video 24:20

12d ago24:20

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The Webb Space Telescope picked up traces of dimethyl sulfide on planet K2-18b. On Earth, the molecule comes from microbes and phytoplankton. Also, researchers captured the first confirmed video of a colossal squid swimming in its natural habitat—almost 2,000 feet deep. Possible Signature Of Life Detected On Exoplanet—Maybe In major galactic news, …

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Matthew Tompkins from Shout Network 45:02

13d ago45:02

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BEST SHOW BESTS! In this classic clip, Tom gets a call from MATTHEW TOMPKINS FROM SHOUT NETWORK, discussing their new shows! (Originally Aired on May 20th, 2015) New to the Best Show? Check out Best Show Bests, the greatest hits of The Best Show! Available every Friday on your podcast app. SUPPORT THE BEST SHOW ON PATREON! WEEKLY BONUS EPISODES & V…

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Navigating Job Loss with Self-Compassion 6:51

13d ago6:51

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Losing a job can feel overwhelming, but it doesn’t define your worth. Learn how mindfulness, self-compassion, and reframing uncertainty can help you process emotions and take the next step forward. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesBy Headspace Studios

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The Power of your Mind: How Visualization Rewires your Brain for Success 11:23

13d ago11:23

11:23

What do you really want in life? It's already within reach; you just need the right tools to unlock it. In this episode, we explore how to use visualization to rewire your brain for success. Blending science and spirituality, we dive into the power of the mind and how you can start shifting your inner narrative today.…

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How ‘Science Interpreters’ Make Hidden Science Visible 18:53

14d ago18:53

18:53

Imagine you’re diving into a cell. You’re paddling around in the cytoplasm, you’re climbing up a mitochondria. If you’re having a hard time picturing this, that’s okay! There are professionals who do this for a living. We wanted to learn more from expert science interpreters, who take the results section of a research paper and translate it into so…

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Finding Joy and Creative Possibility in Unfinished Work 33:44

14d ago33:44

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Do you often feel guilty or frustrated when you see a piece of unfinished art in your studio? Instead of seeing that as proof of something wrong with you or your art practice, let’s transform your relationship with your works-in-progress and unlock new (and often overlooked) possibilities! In this episode of the Savvy Painter Podcast, learn how unf…

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How to Stop Seeking External Validation 6:56

14d ago6:56

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We often seek external validation to confirm our value, but true self-worth comes from within. Learn mindfulness practices to break free from self-doubt and recognize that you are already enough. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesBy Headspace Studios

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The Navajo Researcher Reviving A Desert Peach | A New Dino With Blade-Like Horns 31:51

15d ago31:51

31:51

Bringing back Southwest peach orchards won’t be easy, but researchers are on the lookout for remaining trees—and they need help. And, the newly discovered Lokiceratops is challenging paleontologists’ understanding of how horned dinosaurs evolved and existed together. How A Navajo Plant Researcher Is Reviving A Desert Peach When you think of states …

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