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The Behavioral Observations Podcast with Matt CicoriaChronic Absenteeism and School Refusal: Session 300 with Kristen McNeelyKristen McNeely joins me for an informative discussion about the challenging topic of School Refusal and Chronic Absenteeism. If you are in any way connected to a school community, you've probably heard about this difficult and growing problem. As we discuss in this episode, school refusal is an ever-growing concern, and it manifests itself in numerous ways. Kristen is both a BCBA and a Licensed Marital and Family Therapist in California, and she spends nearly all of her time working with parents who have children who engage in school refusal. In this episode...2025-05-141h 16
Witches in the Stacks: Charmed ChatterLoop, There It Is!!In this episode, we focus on the Charmed season 1 finale, “Deja Vu All Over Again”. In this episode, the sisters get stuck in a deadly time loop thanks to Tempus, a demon who keeps rewinding the day so an assassin, Rodriguez, can take them out. Phoebe starts sensing déjà vu, and the sisters slowly realize what’s happening. Meanwhile, Andy risks everything to protect Prue, leading to a heartbreaking loss. With time working against them, the sisters must break the loop before it's too late. Join Lex and T as they explore deja vu through theories and science, temporal...2025-05-0143 min
People Behind the Science Podcast803: Dr. Ed DeLong: Conducting Research on Complex Marine Microbial CommunitiesDr. Edward DeLong is a Professor in the Department of Oceanography at the University of Hawai’i Mānoa as well as a Visiting Professor in the Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering at MIT. Ed received his B.S. in Bacteriology from the University of California, Davis and his Ph.D. in Marine Biology from the Scripps Institute of Oceanography. Afterwards, he conducted postdoctoral research at Indiana University. Ed has worked as a research scientist at the Woods Hole Oceanographic Institute, a faculty member at the University of California, Santa Barbara, a research scientist at the Monterey Bay Aqua...2025-03-1049 min
People Behind the Science Podcast Stories from Scientists about Science, Life, Research, and Science CareersConducting Research on Complex Marine Microbial Communities - Dr. Ed DeLongDr. Edward DeLong is a Professor in the Department of Oceanography at the University of Hawai’i Mānoa as well as a Visiting Professor in the Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering at MIT. Research in Ed’s lab brings together a variety of disciplines to study microbial communities in the ocean. He is interested in their ecology, evolution, biochemistry, genomics, and their impacts on marine systems. Particularly of interest for Ed are the microscopic organisms that are the primary producers or “forests of the ocean” responsible for releasing oxygen and serving as food for other organisms in marine fo...2025-03-1049 minPeople Behind the Science Podcast792: Dr. Barbara Katzenback: Investigating Interactions Between Amphibian Immune Systems, Invading Pathogens, and the EnvironmentDr. Barbara Katzenback is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Biology at the University of Waterloo. Barb earned her BSc with Honors in Immunology and Infection from the University of Alberta. She received her PhD in Physiology, Cell, and Developmental Biology from the University of Alberta as well. Barb was next awarded a Natural Sciences and Engineering Research Council (NSERC) Postdoctoral Fellowship to conduct research at Carleton University, followed by an NSERC Banting Postdoctoral Fellowship to conduct research at the University of Waterloo before joining the faculty there. In our interview, Barb speaks more about her experiences in...2024-12-2338 minPeople Behind the Science Podcast Stories from Scientists about Science, Life, Research, and Science CareersInvestigating Interactions Between Amphibian Immune Systems, Invading Pathogens, and the Environment - Dr. Barbara KatzenbackDr. Barbara Katzenback is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Biology at the University of Waterloo. Barb studies how frogs defend themselves from diseases to stay alive, and she also investigates how the environments that frogs live in impact their ability to defend against diseases. Frogs and other amphibians are critical components of the food web, they are important for pest control, they are indicators for the health of their environment, and they produce interesting molecules on the surface of their skin that may have relevance for human health. Barb’s hobbies outside of science include engaging in a...2024-12-2338 min
Self Powered Healing20241130-Unleashing Inner Strength: Celebrating 30 Days of PodcastingJoin Barbara McNeely in the final episode of Self Powered Healing for National Podcast Post Month (NaPodPoMo). She shares her journey of publishing 30 episodes in November 2024, reflecting on the challenges and growth throughout the month. Barbara discusses her struggles, lessons learned, and the healing aspects of pushing through this intense challenge. She invites listeners to share their own healing stories and looks forward to a less intense publishing schedule in December.2024-11-3009 minSelf Powered Healing20241129-Mind and Body: Unraveling Donna’s IBS SagaIn this episode of Self Powered Healing, Barbara speaks with Donna about her challenging journey with IBS. Donna shares the story of her sudden onset of severe symptoms, initial misdiagnosis, and the exploration of various treatments. Discover how Donna's perseverance, research into the FODMAP diet, and lifestyle changes enabled her to manage her IBS symptoms without medication. Donna also reflects on the possible emotional triggers linked to her condition, stressing the importance of finding personalized solutions. This heartfelt conversation sheds light on the complexities of IBS and offers hope to those seeking to manage their symptoms.2024-11-2925 minSelf Powered Healing20241128-Embrace Gratitude: Unlocking Your Innate Healing AbilitiesIn this special Thanksgiving episode of Self Powered Healing, host Barbara McNeely discusses the profound impact of gratitude on healing, based on insights from experts like Dr. David Hamilton and Dr. Robert Emmons. Learn how practicing gratitude can benefit your cardiovascular health, boost your immune system, and enhance your overall well-being. Discover practical tips for cultivating gratitude and enjoy a heartfelt reflection on what Barbara is grateful for during NaPodPoMo.2024-11-2806 minSelf Powered Healing20241127-Forgiveness: A Path to Self-HealingJoin Barbara McNeely, the creator and host of Self Powered Healing, in this special episode as she delves into the powerful role of forgiveness in healing. Learn how releasing resentment and embracing forgiveness can unlock your body's innate healing abilities. Discover insights from Louise Hay and the ancient Hawaiian practice of Ho'oponopono, and explore practical steps to forgive others and yourself. Unleash your self-healing potential with inspiring quotes and personal stories. Also, find out how to share your own healing journey on the show. Don't miss out on this transformative discussion!2024-11-2706 minSelf Powered Healing20241126-Embracing the Possibility of Healing: Stories and ReflectionsIn this episode of Self Powered Healing, hosted by Barbara McNeely, we discuss how to tap into your innate healing abilities. Barbara shares reflections on the movie 'The Farewell' and its important message about the power of the mind over the body. She also discusses the book 'The Art of Racing in the Rain,' highlighting the impact of beliefs on health. Barbara emphasizes the importance of not accepting negative medical diagnoses at face value and exploring alternative healing methods. Stay tuned for more healing stories and insights!2024-11-2608 minSelf Powered Healing20241125-The Emotional Roots of Disease_ A Journey to Self-HealingIn this episode, Barbara McNeely explores the connection between emotional trauma and physical disease, discussing theories like German New Medicine and insights from Dr. Gabor Mate. She presents evidence on how past traumas and adverse childhood experiences (ACEs) contribute to chronic illnesses. Featuring healing stories and references from influential works, Barbara encourages listeners to understand their innate healing abilities and share their own healing journeys on Self Powered Healing.2024-11-2509 minSelf Powered Healing20241124-Exploring the Connection_ Spiritual Sickness and DiseaseIn this final week of National Podcast Post Month (NaPodPoMo), host Barbara McNeely delves into the controversial theory that 'all disease comes from spiritual sickness.' Barbara examines the interplay between mind, body, and spirit and its impact on health. She provides a scientific perspective on the stress response and its potential to cause illness. Furthermore, she discusses exceptions such as environmental toxins and trauma from warfare and emergencies. Tune in for a thought-provoking discussion on how spiritual health influences physical well-being.2024-11-2408 minSelf Powered Healing20241123-Understanding Iatrogenic Illnesses_ Hidden Dangers in HealthcareIn this episode of Self Powered Healing, host Barbara McNeely introduces the concept of iatrogenic illnesses, which are unintended health complications caused by medical treatment or procedures. She delves into examples such as infections from surgeries and harmful side effects of drugs, sharing personal and relatable anecdotes to highlight the seriousness of the issue. As part of the National Podcast Post Month (NaPodPoMo) challenge, Barbara aims to publish 30 episodes in 30 days. Listeners are invited to share their own healing stories and leave comments on her website.2024-11-2307 minSelf Powered HealingNavigating Health_ Nutrition, Toxins, EMF, and StressWelcome to Self Powered Healing with Barbara McNeely! In this episode, Barbara dives into the four critical factors of illness based on the book 'What Really Makes You Ill' by Dawn Lester and David Parker. Discover how nutrition, toxic exposures, electromagnetic radiation, and stress impact our health and what you can do to mitigate these influences. Join Barbara in exploring practical steps for harnessing your innate healing abilities. Plus, learn about the 30-day podcast challenge, NaPodPoMo, and find out how you can share your healing story.2024-11-2208 minSelf Powered Healing20241121-From Placebo to Nocebo: How Mindset Transforms HealingIn this episode of Self Powered Healing, host Barbara McNeely delves into the intriguing concepts of the placebo and nocebo effects. Learn how patient beliefs can contribute to healing or harm, supported by historical context, scientific research, and captivating stories. Join Barbara as she explores the profound impact of the mind on health, featuring insights from experts like Dr. David Hamilton and Deepak Chopra. Stay tuned for an inspiring journey into the power of innate healing.2024-11-2109 minSelf Powered Healing20241120-The Hidden Dangers of PolyesterIn this episode of Self Powered Healing, Barbara McNeely delves into the potential health impacts of wearing polyester and other synthetic fabrics. Sharing her personal experiences, she discusses why she avoids polyester and how it affects her, including an unexpected link to feelings similar to ADD/ADHD. Barbara also touches upon the origins and benefits of the NaPodPoMo challenge, in which she's participating, committing to 30 podcast episodes in 30 days. Tune in to explore how natural fibers might be a healthier choice for you and consider her advice on experimenting with fabric choices.2024-11-2007 minSelf Powered Healing20241119-Claire Sylvia’s Transplant JourneyJoin Barbara McNeely, host of Self Powered Healing, in this episode dedicated to Claire Sylvia—a professional dancer diagnosed with primary pulmonary hypertension who underwent a rare heart-lung transplant. Discover her will to live, her intriguing post-transplant cravings, and the scientific insights into the heart's intrinsic nervous system. Learn about the 17th annual National Podcast Post Month (NaPodPoMo) challenge and how you can share your own healing stories on the Self Powered Healing platform.2024-11-1907 minSelf Powered Healing20241118-Overcoming Resistance to HealingIn this episode of 'Self Powered Healing,’ Barbara McNeely discusses the reasons why people often resist healing and highlights the role of mindset in the healing process. Drawing from real-life stories, such as Sue's miraculous cancer recovery and her own experiences, Barbara explores common excuses like procrastination and fear of change. She challenges societal norms and conventional medicine's approaches to healing, advocating for self-powered, innate healing abilities. Join this insightful conversation and learn how embracing a shift towards love and self-care can lead to profound healing for yourself and your loved ones.2024-11-1807 min
Self Powered Healing20241117-Genetics Or EpigeneticsWelcome to Self Powered Healing with Barbara McNeely! In this November NaPodPoMo episode, we delve into the fascinating topic of genetics vs. epigenetics. Discover how environmental factors like nutrition, stress, and emotions can influence gene expression and health outcomes. Is it nature, or nurture, or both? Tune in to explore this integral question and learn why epigenetics may hold the answer. Visit SelfPoweredHealing.com for more episodes and to share your healing stories!2024-11-1706 minSelf Powered Healing20241116-Andrea's Healing StoryIn this episode of Self Powered Healing, host Barbara McNeely discusses Andrea Beaman's inspirational journey of healing her thyroid issues naturally through dietary changes and holistic practices. Andrea's story highlights her refusal to undergo conventional treatments like radioactive iodine, opting instead to use natural foods and lifestyle changes to reclaim her health. Learn about the impact of her mother's battle with breast cancer, her engagement with holistic expert Michio Kushi, and how Andrea integrated emotional and spiritual practices into her healing journey. This episode also touches on the broader implications of self-healing and the importance of listening to the body's...2024-11-1609 minSelf Powered Healing20241115-TCM & AyurvedaJoin Barbara McNeely in this episode of Self Powered Healing as she discusses Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) and Ayurveda, two ancient healing modalities. Barbara contrasts these methods with Western medicine, highlighting their holistic approaches and focus on innate healing abilities. She also shares insights from sources like Wikipedia and TCMworld.com to give a balanced view. Additionally, Barbara provides details on how you can share your own healing stories on the show. This episode is part of the NaPodPomo challenge to publish 30 podcasts in 30 days.2024-11-1509 minSelf Powered Healing20241114Germ Theory & MoreIn this episode of Self Powered Healing, host Barbara McNeely discusses the differences between germ theory and terrain theory, tracing their origins and evolution. She delves into the contributions of Louis Pasteur and Antoine Béchamp, and how their theories impact our understanding of disease and health today. This episode is part of the NaPodPoMo challenge, where Barbara publishes a new podcast episode every day in November.2024-11-1407 minSelf Powered Healing20241113That Word SCIENCEJoin Barbara McNeely, creator of Self Powered Healing, as she discusses the complexities and misunderstandings surrounding the term 'science.' In this special episode for National Podcast Post Month (NaPodPoMo), Barbara delves into how science is often misrepresented in social media and public discourse. She emphasizes the importance of true science, the scientific method, and the inherent flaws and biases in scientific studies. Barbara also shares her thoughts on how ego and vested interests can skew scientific research, using Ancel Keys' flawed diet study as an example. Tune in to explore the evolving nature of scientific knowledge and why it's...2024-11-1307 minSelf Powered Healing20241112-Intro To Primer On DiseaseJoin Barbara McNeely, the creator of Self Powered Healing, as she embarks on NaPodPoMo by publishing 30 podcast episodes in 30 days. In this episode, Barbara discusses different models for health and disease, starting with germ theory and introducing terrain theory. She explains the significance of understanding various disease theories and how they influence treatment approaches. Discover how traditional Chinese medicine and Ayurveda view the body and mind, and stay tuned for more episodes that will delve deeper into these fascinating topics. Visit SelfPoweredHealing.com for more details and to share your healing stories.2024-11-1205 minSelf Powered Healing20241111Jan's Healing StoryJoin Barbara McNeely in this episode of Self Powered Healing as she recounts Jan's powerful healing journey. After an emotionally and physically painful marriage, Jan was diagnosed with rheumatoid arthritis. Refusing to become a victim of her diagnosis, Jan transformed her life by addressing her emotions, changing her diet, and listening to her body, ultimately leading to a complete recovery. This inspirational story highlights the profound connection between mind and body and the importance of taking responsibility for one's own healing.2024-11-1108 minSelf Powered Healing20241110-The Ideal DietIn this episode of Self Powered Healing, Barbara discusses the concept of an ideal diet, emphasizing the importance of whole foods, minimal processing, organic, and using traditional fats and oils. Barbara shares a personal story about shifting food preferences and highlights the benefits of eating locally and seasonally. She also touches on the challenge of changing dietary habits and invites listeners to share their healing stories on her show. Join Barbara as she takes on the NaPodPoMo challenge to publish 30 podcast episodes in 30 days.2024-11-1012 minSelf Powered Healing20241109-Toxic FoodsIn this episode of Self Powered Healing, Barbara discusses the various toxins and issues present in our modern food supply. She explores how processed foods, GMOs, herbicides, and additives contribute to health problems like obesity, diabetes, allergies, and chronic inflammation. Tips on avoiding these harmful substances by selecting whole foods and organic options are provided. Barbara also highlights the differences in food regulations between the U.S. and Europe and details how sugar, when disconnected from fiber, can be particularly harmful. Join us to understand the hidden dangers in your diet and uncover steps towards healthier eating.2024-11-0910 minSelf Powered Healing20241108-Wearing Toxic ProductsJoin host Barbara McNeely in this episode of Self Powered Healing as she kicks off the National Podcast Post Month (NaPodPoMo) challenge, committing to 30 episodes in 30 days. Discover the hidden dangers of toxic fragrances in everyday personal care products, their impact on health, and how to avoid them. Learn how to find safer, fragrance-free alternatives and explore resources from the Environmental Working Group (EWG). Tune in and unleash your innate healing abilities!2024-11-0805 minSelf Powered Healing20241107-Rid Your Home of ToxinsJoin Barbara McNeely of Self Powered Healing as she discusses the importance of indoor air quality and how common household products contribute to poor air. She explores the harmful effects of VOCs found in fragrances and cleaning products and provides tips for improving air quality, such as using houseplants and safer laundry detergents. Barbara also invites listeners to share their healing stories. Visit SelfPoweredHealing.com for more details and resources.2024-11-0704 minSelf Powered Healing20241106-On Negative Thinking2024-11-0605 minSelf Powered Healing20241105-When Does Illness StartIn this episode of Self Powered Healing, host Barbara McNeely discusses the concept of innate healing abilities and the importance of recognizing early signs of illness. Participating in NaPodPoMo, Barbara shares personal health experiences and insights from natural health approaches, including visual diagnosis. She emphasizes paying attention to subtle bodily changes to prevent serious health issues. Listeners are invited to share their own healing stories on the Self Powered Healing platform.2024-11-0505 minSelf Powered Healing20241104-My Own Healing JourneyIn this episode, Barbara discusses how her lifelong struggle with migraines led her to create Self Powered Healing. She talks about her analytical nature, discovery of migraine triggers, and the challenges of living a fragrance-free life. She extends an invitation to listeners to share their own healing stories on her show. Visit selfpoweredhealing.com/share for more details.2024-11-0408 minSelf Powered Healing20241103-Our Current Health CrisisIn this episode, Barbara addresses rising childhood allergies, obesity, diabetes, and other health issues, questioning changes in food production and lifestyle factors. She emphasizes the need to analyze these changes and discusses the impact of processed foods and chemicals such as glyphosate on health. Listeners are encouraged to tune in for more discussions on food and health and to share their healing stories on her show.2024-11-0307 minSelf Powered Healing20241102-What Is Self Powered Healing?In this episode, Barbara introduces the concept of Self Powered Healing, sharing her inspiration from a personal healing story and her own experiences. Learn about the importance of enhancing our body's natural healing abilities amidst the challenges posed by modern toxins and chemicals. Stay tuned for daily episodes featuring healing stories and tips to help you take control of your health.2024-11-0205 minSelf Powered Healing20241101-A Sick Care System, By DesignIn this episode, Barbara McNeely, creator of Self Powered Healing, scrutinizes the modern healthcare system, revealing it as a 'sick care' framework that focuses on symptom management rather than health promotion. The discussion delves into the Flexner Report's historical impact on medical education, emphasizing the current system's bias towards science over patient care. By advocating for a holistic and preventative approach the episode encourages listeners to adopt self-powered healing practices, promoting personal responsibility in health decisions. Join the conversation on revolutionizing healthcare, and share your healing stories at selfpoweredhealing.com/share.2024-11-0114 min
Self Powered HealingThe Power Within: Mari's Healing StoryIn this episode of Self Powered Healing, host Barbara McNeely shares the inspiring story of Mari, who was told, before she ever turned 40, that she would not recover from her illness. Despite a series of health challenges and discouraging diagnoses like IBS, depression, and chronic fatigue, Mari defied the medical prognosis. By exploring alternative therapies like acupuncture and functional medicine, and adopting mindfulness and spiritual practices, she transformed her health and life. Mari's journey emphasizes the power of self-powered healing and the importance of not giving up.2024-10-1126 min
Self Powered HealingAwakening the Inner Healer: Lessons from Tom LaughlinExploring the work of Tom Laughlin who helped cancer patients experience remission through a shift from the Ego to the Self. Is this something available to all of us? Listen to find out.2024-10-0411 min
Self Powered HealingUnleashing the Body’s Innate Healing AbilityWelcome to the official launch of Self Powered Healing. I am Barbara McNeely, the creator of Self Powered Healing. I've got a couple of healing stories for you and information on what you can expect from Self Powered Healing.Be sure to subscribe!2024-09-2709 minSelf Powered HealingSPH - The Unofficial Launch -Behind The ScenesWelcome to the Unofficial launch of Self Powered Healing. This is a spur of the moment, out of my comfort zone recording that I was challenged to do and I decided to accept the challenge. So I'm stepping out and going to talk a bit about not why Self Powered Healing Is being created, but why healing became a topic for me.I'm Barbara McNeely, the creator of Self Powered Healing that launches one week from today. But I'm giving you a behind the scenes look at why I became interested in the subject of healing. And you...2024-09-2103 min
On TargetHappy Streethttps://ontargetpodcast.caDig this! On Target is back with another dynamite episode, spinning the wildest 45s straight from the heart of the music scene. Mod Marty’s got a bag full of boss sounds, from smokin’ soul stompers to far-out garage groovers that’ll have you dancing in your Chelsea boots. Tune in, turn it up, and get ready to blast off on a trip through the coolest cuts on wax. This week, it’s all killer, no filler — so don’t blow your wig, baby. Just get with the action and let the mus...2024-08-2759 minPeople Behind the Science Podcast743: Dr. Pankaj Karande: Advancing Tissue Engineering, Drug Discovery, and Drug DeliveryDr. Pankaj Karande is an Associate Professor in Chemical and Biological Engineering at Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute. He was awarded his B.S. in Chemical Engineering from Mumbai University Institute of Chemical Technology and his Ph.D. in Chemical Engineering from the University of California, Santa Barbara. Pankaj was awarded an Anna Fuller Postdoctoral Fellowship in Molecular Oncology, and he conducted postdoctoral research in the Center for Cancer Research at Massachusetts Institute of Technology before joining the faculty at Rensselaer. Pankaj has received a variety of awards and honors in his career, including the Excellence in Classroom Instruction Award and the O...2024-01-1540 minPeople Behind the Science Podcast Stories from Scientists about Science, Life, Research, and Science CareersAdvancing Tissue Engineering, Drug Discovery, and Drug Delivery - Dr. Pankaj KarandeDr. Pankaj Karande is an Associate Professor in Chemical and Biological Engineering at Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute. Pankaj was trained as a chemical engineer, and his research aims to apply engineering approaches and technology to solve problems in biology and healthcare to improve the quality and quantity of human life. Projects in his lab span areas such as drug discovery, drug delivery, biomaterials, diagnostics, and more. When he’s not working, Pankaj loves to cook, and experimenting with different recipes has been a great way to relieve stress. He was awarded his B.S. in Chemical Engineering from Mumbai University In...2024-01-1540 minPeople Behind the Science Podcast704: Dr. Tessa Hill: Navigating the Seas of Change Studying Ocean Acidification and Marine EcosystemsListen Free in iTunes
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Dr. Tessa Hill is an Associate Professor in the Department of Earth and Planetary Sciences at the University of California, Davis. She is part of the Bodega Ocean Acidification Research group there at the Bodega Marine Laboratory. Tessa received her B.S. in Marine Science from Eckerd College and her Ph.D. in Marine Science from the University of California, Santa Barbara. Next, Tessa was awarded a University of California President’s Postdoctoral Fellowship at UC Davis before joining the faculty there. Tessa has received many awar...2023-04-1747 minPeople Behind the Science Podcast Stories from Scientists about Science, Life, Research, and Science CareersNavigating the Seas of Change Studying Ocean Acidification and Marine Ecosystems - Dr. Tessa HillDr. Tessa Hill is an Associate Professor in the Department of Earth and Planetary Sciences at the University of California, Davis. She is part of the Bodega Ocean Acidification Research group there at the Bodega Marine Laboratory. Research in Tessa’s lab focuses on the ocean and the impacts of climate change on environments in the ocean in the past, present, and future. Outside of work, Tessa, her husband, and their two children spend a lot of time gardening, skiing, hiking, camping, and going on vacations together. Additionally, Tessa is a long-distance runner, so she enjoys running half and fu...2023-04-1747 minPeople Behind the Science Podcast685: Dr. Joel Berger: Conserving Species in Extreme EnvironmentsListen Free in iTunes
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Dr. Joel Berger is the Barbara Cox Anthony University Chair of Wildlife Conservation at Colorado State University. He is also a longtime Senior Scientist with the Wildlife Conservation Society, and the author of multiple books, including most recently Extreme Conservation: Life at the Edges of the World. Joel earned his bachelor’s and master’s degrees in biology from California State University, Northridge, and his Ph.D. in biology from the University of Colorado Boulder. He was awarded a Smithsonian Postdoctoral Fellowship to conduct research at the Na...2022-12-0539 minPeople Behind the Science Podcast Stories from Scientists about Science, Life, Research, and Science CareersConserving Species in Extreme Environments - Dr. Joel BergerDr. Joel Berger is the Barbara Cox Anthony University Chair of Wildlife Conservation at Colorado State University. He is also a longtime Senior Scientist with the Wildlife Conservation Society, and the author of multiple books, including most recently Extreme Conservation: Life at the Edges of the World. Joel is dedicated to saving animals that are off the radar of most people such as the Takin in Bhutan or the Huemul in Patagonia. These animals live in faraway places, and there are relatively few people advocating for their preservation. When he’s not working, Joel enjoys hiking, watching animals, traveling to...2022-12-0539 minPeople Behind the Science Podcast672: Dr. Naomi Tague: Scientific Simulations in Stream and Ecosystem SynergiesListen Free in iTunes
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Dr. Christina (Naomi) Tague is an Associate Professor of ecoHydrology in the Bren School of Environmental Science and Management at the University of California, Santa Barbara. She received her Bachelor degree from the University of Waterloo in Systems Design Engineering and her MS and PhD degrees in Geography from the University of Toronto and completed postdoctoral research with the University Corporation for Atmospheric Research. Naomi then spent five years as a member of the faculty at San Diego State University before moving to UC Santa Barbara...2022-09-0538 minPeople Behind the Science Podcast Stories from Scientists about Science, Life, Research, and Science CareersScientific Simulations in Stream and Ecosystem Synergies - Dr. Naomi TagueDr. Christina (Naomi) Tague is an Associate Professor of ecoHydrology in the Bren School of Environmental Science and Management at the University of California, Santa Barbara. Naomi is an ecohydrologist who studies how water, vegetation, and climate interact. She uses computer models and simulations to integrate different systems and understand landscapes as a whole. When she's not hard at work in the lab, Naomi really enjoys dancing has gotten into a particular form of dance that also includes elements of martial arts. She received her Bachelor degree from the University of Waterloo in Systems Design Engineering and her MS...2022-09-0538 minPeople Behind the Science Podcast638: Dr. Maria Marco: Feeding Our Understanding of the Benefits of Bacteria in Human HealthListen Free in iTunes
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Dr. Maria Marco is an Associate Professor in The Department of Food Science & Technology at The University of California, Davis. She received her BS at The Pennsylvania State University and her PhD in Microbiology at the University of California, Berkeley. She went on to work as a postdoc and then as a project scientist at NIZO food research and TI Food & Nutrition in The Netherlands before accepting a faculty position at UC, Davis where she is today. Maria is with us today to tell us all ab...2022-01-1036 minPeople Behind the Science Podcast633: Dr. Sophia Hayes: Demonstrating Laser Focus Studying Materials Science with Solid-State NMRListen Free in iTunes
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Dr. Sophia Hayes is an Associate Professor in the Department of Chemistry at Washington University in St. Louis. She received her Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry from the University of California, Berkeley and worked for a few years afterward as an associate for a management consulting firm specializing in energy efficiency, environmental assessments, and energy generation. Sophia interned at the Sandia National Laboratories before entering graduate school. She received her PhD in Chemistry from the University of California, Santa Barbara. She then completed a Directorate Postdoctoral Fe...2021-11-2946 minPeople Behind the Science Podcast Stories from Scientists about Science, Life, Research, and Science CareersDemonstrating Laser Focus Studying Materials Science with Solid-State NMR - Dr. Sophia HayesDr. Sophia Hayes is an Associate Professor in the Department of Chemistry at Washington University in St. Louis. In the lab, Sophia studies the chemistry, physics, and engineering of materials we encounter in daily life like plastics and semiconductors. As a materials scientist, she is using a technique called nuclear magnetic resonance to learn more about these materials.Sophia's time away from science is spent with her family and her two newly adopted dogs. She enjoys sailing and skiing with her husband and daughter. Sophia received her Bachelor's degree in Chemistry from the University of California, Berkeley and worked...2021-11-2946 minPeople Behind the Science Podcast600: Dr. Jess Adkins: Seeking Clues to Climate Change Using Deep Sea CoralsListen Free in iTunes
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Dr. Jess Adkins is a Professor of Geochemistry at California Institute of Technology. He received his PhD in Chemical Oceanography from MIT and the Woods Hole Oceanographic Institution. He then completed postdoctoral fellowships at the Lamont-Doherty Earth Observatory and at the University of Minnesota before joining the faculty at Caltech. Jess has received many awards and honors during his career, including the Houtermans Medal from the European Association of Geochemistry, the Ruth and Paul Fye Best Paper Award from MIT and the Woods Hole Oceanographic Institution...2021-04-1250 min
The Kindness & Happiness ConnectionSecondAct | Women - 40 & 50 + Ladies Lighting up the Business World!What do you get when two wonderful ladies pool their creativity and innovation to create a resource hub for women in their 40's and 50's who are seeking new opportunities?You get Second|Act Women of course!It was our privilege to interview Barbara Brooks and Guadalupe Olvera Montes Hirt ("Lupe") the leadership team from SecondAct|Women on The Kindness & Happiness Connection Podcast.Are you a woman in your 40s + looking for opportunities but finding it challenging due to your age? Barbara and Lupe can help.Join us today at 1:00 PM C...2020-05-0930 min
Hidden Legal FiguresJames Weldon Johnson | A Legal RenaissanceDescription:This week, we shine the spotlight on James Weldon Johnson. Many know him as the author of Lift Ev’ry Voice and Sing, but Johnson was also a lawyer and Executive Secretary of the NAACP. In September 1925, a black physician purchased a home in an all-white neighborhood in Detroit. On his second night in the home, a mob gathered outside. After the shooting death of one of the members of the mob, Dr. Ossian Sweet and ten members of his family, including his wife, were arrested and charged with murder. In this episode, we take a loo...2020-05-0600 min
Self Powered HealingPracticing Self Powered Healing EP022Do you have passions, things you want to do, but think you can't pursue them? Could those unlived passions cause you to become ill? What if the best thing you could do for yourself was to pursue those passions?2020-03-1708 minSelf Powered HealingMari: From Near Disability to Tranformative Coach - EP021Mari Shofner was once told that there really was no help for her illness and that she should consider applying for disability. And she wasn’t even forty! Mari shares how she healed on her own and in turn became a Transformational Life Coach and helps others heal.2020-03-1031 min
Self Powered HealingChronic Illness, Trauma and Inflammation - EP020This episode gives a preview of what's coming up for Self Powered Healing in 2020. We have a new series - Synergize Your Health. And a lineup of guests. Some of the topics we'll be talking about again and again are trauma and inflammation because they both work to cause much of our chronic illness.2020-03-0308 min
Self Powered HealingNew Years Resolution EP019A brief history of New Years Resolutions and why I no longer make them.2019-12-1705 minSelf Powered HealingThe Problem With Negative Thinking EP018Are you prone to negative thinking? As in thinking a situation is hopeless.
Or that what you want will never happen. Or that you just cannot do something? What if I told you it was a self fulfilling prophecy. Listen in to learn why negative thinking is causing you problems and impacting your healing.2019-12-1005 minSelf Powered HealingHealthy Holiday Survival Tips EP017We know holidays can derail all your healthy habits. And if you’re in a healing phase, holiday parties and gatherings can really set your health back. Here are some tips to help you maintain health and healing during the holidays.2019-12-0306 minSelf Powered HealingThanksgiving and Gratitude EP016Gratitude is a word that is often trotted out and talked about around the holidays. What is it really? And why is it a good idea to practice gratitude. It’s actually very good for you. Listen in to learn why.2019-11-2607 minSelf Powered HealingWhen Does Illness Really Start EP015When does illness really start? You might say that it starts with the first symptoms. A cold starts with the first sniffle. Arthritis starts with the first pain. But that’s not always true. Most illnesses start long before the first symptoms. Unless we know how to recognize the earlier signs.2019-11-1906 minPeople Behind the Science Podcast528: Dr. Jennifer Ross: Studying the Physics of How Cells Self-OrganizeListen Free in iTunes
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Dr. Jennifer Ross is a Professor in the Department of Physics at Syracuse University. Jenny received her BA in physics and mathematics from Wellesley College, and her PhD in physics from the University of California, Santa Barbara. Afterwards, she conducted postdoctoral research at the University of Pennsylvania. Jenny joined the faculty at the University of Massachusetts Amherst in 2007, and she just recently moved to Syracuse to accept her current position there. Jenny has received numerous awards and honors for her work, including a National Science Foundation I...2019-11-1851 minPeople Behind the Science Podcast Stories from Scientists about Science, Life, Research, and Science CareersStudying the Physics of How Cells Self-Organize - Dr. Jennifer RossDr. Jennifer Ross is a Professor in the Department of Physics at Syracuse University. Through her research, Jenny is working to better understand how living things can organize themselves. An animal starts with one cell and then develops into a full organism through self-organization and self-assembly. Jenny and her lab are working to identify simple rules and develop models using physics to explain how biological processes work. In her free time, Jenny enjoys doing activities with her two kids. They’ve been having fun engaging in science-related activities like visiting volcanoes and watching the solar eclipse a few years ag...2019-11-1851 minSelf Powered HealingWhen Inflammation Becomes Chronic EP014Inflammation is supposed to be a good thing. It's an immune system response that works to keep foreign invaders out of the body. Chronic inflammation, though, can lead to many health issues including chronic pain. Left unchecked, that chronic inflammation can result in chronic illness. In this episode of Self Powered Healing, I'm talking about chronic internal inflammation: what it is, what causes it, how it shows up, and, if left unchecked, what it can lead to. As well as some tips on how to reduce it.2019-11-1211 min
Self Powered HealingYour Age is Just a Number EP013Age is just a number. What do we say about our age? What do we think about our age? What do we tell ourselves about our age? Is it all true? Or can there be a better outcome?2019-11-0510 minSelf Powered HealingOne Benefit of Getting Enough Sleep EP012Sleep. We know it's important. Yet so many people fight it: "I'll sleep when I die." "Sleep is such a waste of time." But is it a waste of time? What happens to our brain if we don't get enough sleep? The answer is important and it may change your mind about sleep.2019-10-0107 minSelf Powered HealingEating With the Seasons and Why it Matters EP011Eating with the seasons. If we can get any kind of food all year round, why would you want to eat with the seasons. It turns out that seasonal eating has some real benefits. Listen in to learn more.2019-09-2409 minSelf Powered HealingSugar, Inflammation & Pain: What I’ve Learned EP010Sugar: we love the sweetness but what else is there? Inflammation? Pain? It happened to me. I'm talking about why we really crave sugar and giivng tips on how to get real sweetness in your life.2019-09-1712 minSelf Powered HealingAbout Those Who Heal EP009Why are some people able to heal from chronic conditions? While others succumb to their illness? Are they special? Or can we learn from them? Tune in to find out!2019-09-1010 minSelf Powered HealingThe Brain, The Heart, and Healing EP008Your brain and your heart approach the world, and healing, from completely different perspectives. Much like the differences between the Ego and the Self. There are parallels here with the scientific (Western) approach to healing versus the mind-body-spirit (TCM & other traditional practices) approach. I'll explore these differences in this episode.2019-09-0313 minSelf Powered HealingPlacebo, Nocebo, & Belief EP007The placebo effect is real and can be as healing as actual medication. There’s also a nocebo effect which you may not have heard of. They both are about belief. We’ll explore their role in healing in this episode of the Self Powered Healing podcast.2019-08-2712 minSelf Powered HealingFive Ways To Relax Naturally EP006It’s not enough to try not to stress. You have to have something else to fill that part of you that is worrying. Something to lift your mood, in a natural and sustainable way. This episode of the Self Powered Healing podcast talks about 5 ways to relax naturally.2019-08-2013 minSelf Powered HealingThe Heart's Role In HealingThe human heart is much more than a pump. it can sense, feel, communicate with the brain, and even help with healing. Want to learn more about the heart? Listen in.2019-08-1310 minSelf Powered HealingRole Of Stress In Our HealthWe live in a fear-based society. A world full of stress. Could all of that stress be causing us illness?2019-08-0613 minSelf Powered HealingHow Words Impact HealingThe words we choose and the expectations we set can impact our healing. In ways that we may not even realize.2019-07-3009 minSelf Powered HealingResistance To HealingWhy do we have the Resistance to healing? What makes us do things we know aren’t in our best interest or not do things we know would benefit us? Listen in to learn about resistance to healing and how to overcome it.2019-07-2308 minSelf Powered HealingIntroduction to Self Powered HealingThis is episode one - the very first episode of Self Powered Healing. In this episode, I’ll be talking about how and why I started this podcast and tell you about what to expect in future episodes of Self Powered Healing - get ready to take back your health.2019-07-1616 minPeople Behind the Science Podcast Stories from Scientists about Science, Life, Research, and Science CareersDeep Sea Explorer Seeking Solutions to Stop Marine Pollution - Dr. Edith WidderDr. Edith Widder is Co-Founder, CEO, and Senior Scientist at the Ocean Research & Conservation Association (ORCA), a scientific based conservation nonprofit. ORCA aims to find upstream solutions to the pollution problems that are plaguing our oceans. They use science-based approaches to determine where pollution is coming from and what can be done to stop it. When Edie isn’t doing science, she loves immersing herself in nature through hiking and kayaking. She also enjoys visiting museums, especially art museums. Edie received a BS in Biology from Tufts University and worked as a Laboratory Technician at Harvard Medical School before en...2019-05-0642 minPeople Behind the Science Podcast Stories from Scientists about Science, Life, Research, and Science Careers480: Investigating Interactions Between Amphibian Immune Systems, Invading Pathogens, and the Environment - Dr. Barbara KatzenbackDr. Barbara Katzenback is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Biology at the University of Waterloo. Amphibian populations are declining worldwide, and one reason for their decline is their susceptibility to diseases that are emerging in their environments. Barb studies how frogs defend themselves from diseases to stay alive, and she also investigates how the environments that frogs live in impact their ability to defend against diseases. Barb’s hobbies outside of science include engaging in a variety of physical activities like running, yoga, and hiking with her husband and two dogs. She’s also experimented with soccer, spin...2018-12-1737 minPeople Behind the Science Podcast Stories from Scientists about Science, Life, Research, and Science Careers474: Developing Novel Nature-Inspired Drug Delivery Systems - Dr. Kathryn WhiteheadDr. Kathryn (Katie) Whitehead is an Assistant Professor in Chemical Engineering at Carnegie Mellon University where she also holds a courtesy appointment in Biomedical Engineering. Research in Katie’s lab group focuses on therapeutic drug delivery. Their goal is to make the process of drug delivery more efficient by sending medicine only to the specific parts of the body where they are needed. Katie is also working to create new precision medicines using RNA and DNA and to develop the drug delivery systems for these future medicines. Since she was a PhD student, Katie has been interested in gardening. She...2018-11-0542 minPeople Behind the Science Podcast Stories from Scientists about Science, Life, Research, and Science Careers468: Studying the Selection, Planning, and Production of Skilled Movements - Dr. Richard IvryDr. Richard Ivry is Professor of Psychology and Professor of the Helen Wills Neuroscience Institute at the University of California, Berkeley. His research focuses on what makes certain individuals really good at skilled, coordinated movements. He also seeks to better understand what goes wrong in the nervous systems of people with neurological conditions that affect their ability to make skilled movements. When he’s not at work, Rich loves going hiking with his dogs at a giant canyon near his home in the East Bay area in California. He also enjoys unwinding by hiking and surfing along the coast. Ric...2018-09-2442 minPeople Behind the Science Podcast Stories from Scientists about Science, Life, Research, and Science Careers436: Conducting Research on Complex Marine Microbial Communities - Dr. Ed DeLongDr. Edward DeLong is a Professor in the Department of Oceanography at the University of Hawai’i Manoa as well as a Visiting Professor in the Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering at MIT. When he’s not working, Ed loves to be out in nature. He enjoys spending time outside with his family, hiking, kayaking, and snorkeling in the beautiful coral reefs near his house. Ed has also taken up yoga to help him stay limber and relaxed. Research in Ed’s lab brings together a variety of disciplines to study microbial communities in the ocean. He is inter...2018-02-1248 min
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Pretty Boy...2017-10-171h 19People Behind the Science Podcast Stories from Scientists about Science, Life, Research, and Science Careers407: Sizing Up Signals in Seismic Waves to Understand Earth’s Interior Structure - Dr. Zach EilonDr. Zach Eilon is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Earth Science at the University of California, Santa Barbara, and he is also conducting research at Brown University. He hails from the United Kingdom where he completed his undergraduate and masters degrees in Natural Sciences at the University of Cambridge in the United Kingdom. Afterwards, he was awarded the Herchel Smith Scholarship to attend Harvard University for a year for a Special Studentship. Zach was next received his MPhil and PhD in Seismology from Columbia University. He recently completed his position as a Postdoctoral Research Associate at Brown...2017-07-2444 minPeople Behind the Science Podcast Stories from Scientists about Science, Life, Research, and Science Careers395: Navigating the Seas of Change Studying Ocean Acidification and Marine Ecosystems - Dr. Tessa HillDr. Tessa Hill is an Associate Professor in the Department of Earth and Planetary Sciences at the University of California, Davis. She is part of the Bodega Ocean Acidification Research group there at the Bodega Marine Laboratory. Tessa received her B.S. in Marine Science from Eckerd College and her Ph.D. in Marine Science from the University of California, Santa Barbara. Next, Tessa was awarded a University of California President’s Postdoctoral Fellowship at UC Davis before joining the faculty there. Tessa has received many awards and honors during her career, including the Presidential Early Career Award for Sc...2017-05-0147 min
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