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The SIXCOMMS PodcastEpisode 79: Top Tips to Nail Your Pitch with Kirun GoySend us a textIf you're looking to enhance your presentation skills and make a lasting impression, this episode is a must-listen! Kirun's curiosity sits at the intersection of brain science, leadership, and education to nudge how people feel, think and act. Having delivered over 1400 keynotes and workshops reaching over 100,000 professionals worldwide, he gives practical tools to help leaders navigate themselves, their teams, and organisations with intention. He's the host of the BrainTools Podcast, making cognitive science actionable and is a Senior Facilitator with Harvard Business Publishing; bridging leadership theory and practice with Fortune 500 companies.
2025-09-1929 min
The Leading, Language and Literature PodcastKirun Goy - Podcaster and Leadership Facilitator - SingaporeIn this episode I’m talking with Kirun Goy. Kirun is the co-founder and co-host of the BrainTools podcast, a show dedicated to sharing practical brain science for everyday people. Additionally, he is a Leadership Facilitator with Harvard Business Publishing.I was lucky enough to have Kirun run a workshop for teachers at my school recently and after looking up his podcast, I realised it was rare to have someone with so much actionable insight on neuroscience also be well versed on students and school.We discuss what teachers might need to consider when it co...
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BrainToolsThe Law of Triviality | BrainBites #28A bite-sized episode where we each share 1 brain-related thing we learnt that you can use so level up your life...in less than 5 (maybe 6) minutes. Think biases, mental models, thinking tools and the latest science on how to live a better life.
If you're loving the show, please do us a teeny tiny favour and subscribe/follow on your favourite podcast platform. It helps us massively and we help you get the latest BrainTools episode as soon as it drops.
Where can you connect with us?
Instagram: @braintoolspodcast
TikTok: @braintools
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2022-04-0605 minBrainToolsUnivariate VS Multivariate Thinking | BrainBites #27A bite-sized episode where we each share 1 brain-related thing we learnt that you can use so level up your life...in less than 5 (maybe 6) minutes. Think biases, mental models, thinking tools and the latest science on how to live a better life.
If you're loving the show, please do us a teeny tiny favour and subscribe/follow on your favourite podcast platform. It helps us massively and we help you get the latest BrainTools episode as soon as it drops.
Where can you connect with us?
Instagram: @braintoolspodcast
TikTok: @braintools
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2022-04-0406 minBrainToolsMinimum Viable Action (Not Product) | BrainBites #26A bite-sized episode where we each share 1 brain-related thing we learnt that you can use so level up your life...in less than 5 (maybe 6) minutes. Think biases, mental models, thinking tools and the latest science on how to live a better life.
If you're loving the show, please do us a teeny tiny favour and subscribe/follow on your favourite podcast platform. It helps us massively and we help you get the latest BrainTools episode as soon as it drops.
Where can you connect with us?
Instagram: @braintoolspodcast
TikTok: @braintools
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2022-04-0107 minBrainToolsThe Ikea Effect | BrainBites #25A bite-sized episode where we each share 1 brain-related thing we learnt that you can use so level up your life...in less than 5 (maybe 6) minutes. Think biases, mental models, thinking tools and the latest science on how to live a better life.
If you're loving the show, please do us a teeny tiny favour and subscribe/follow on your favourite podcast platform. It helps us massively and we help you get the latest BrainTools episode as soon as it drops.
Where can you connect with us?
Instagram: @braintoolspodcast
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2022-03-3006 minBrainToolsVelocity ＞ Speed | BrainBites #24A bite-sized episode where we each share 1 brain-related thing we learnt that you can use so level up your life...in less than 5 (maybe 6) minutes. Think biases, mental models, thinking tools and the latest science on how to live a better life.
If you're loving the show, please do us a teeny tiny favour and subscribe/follow on your favourite podcast platform. It helps us massively and we help you get the latest BrainTools episode as soon as it drops.
Where can you connect with us?
Instagram: @braintoolspodcast
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2022-03-1807 minBrainToolsReversible and Irreversible Decisions | BrainBites #23A bite-sized episode where we each share 1 brain-related thing we learnt that you can use so level up your life...in less than 5 (maybe 6) minutes. Think biases, mental models, thinking tools and the latest science on how to live a better life.
If you're loving the show, please do us a teeny tiny favour and subscribe/follow on your favourite podcast platform. It helps us massively and we help you get the latest BrainTools episode as soon as it drops.
Where can you connect with us?
Instagram: @braintoolspodcast
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2022-03-1607 minBrainToolsOverconfidence Bias | BrainBites #22A bite-sized episode where we each share 1 brain-related thing we learnt that you can use so level up your life...in less than 5 (maybe 6) minutes.
If you're loving the show, please do us a teeny tiny favour and subscribe/follow on your favourite podcast platform. It helps us massively and we help you get the latest BrainTools episode as soon as it drops.
Where can you connect with us?
Instagram: @braintoolspodcast
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Website: www.braintools.com.au
2022-03-1208 minBrainToolsActivation Energy & Your Procrastination | BrainBites #21A bite-sized episode where we each share 1 brain-related thing we learnt that you can use so level up your life...in less than 5 (maybe 6) minutes. Think biases, mental models, thinking tools and the latest science on how to live a better life.
If you're loving the show, please do us a teeny tiny favour and subscribe/follow on your favourite podcast platform. It helps us massively and we help you get the latest BrainTools episode as soon as it drops.
Where can you connect with us?
Instagram: @braintoolspodcast
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2022-03-1105 minBrainToolsThe Mental Model of Leverage | BrainBites #20A bite-sized episode where we each share 1 brain-related thing we learnt that you can use so level up your life...in less than 5 (maybe 6) minutes.
If you're loving the show, please do us a teeny tiny favour and subscribe/follow on your favourite podcast platform. It helps us massively and we help you get the latest BrainTools episode as soon as it drops.
Where can you connect with us?
Instagram: @braintoolspodcast
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Website: www.braintools.com.au
2022-03-0906 minBrainToolsMental Models | BrainBites #19A bite-sized episode where we each share 1 brain-related thing we learnt that you can use so level up your life...in less than 5 (maybe 6) minutes.
If you're loving the show, please do us a teeny tiny favour and subscribe/follow on your favourite podcast platform. It helps us massively and we help you get the latest BrainTools episode as soon as it drops.
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Instagram: @braintoolspodcast
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Website: www.braintools.com.au
2022-03-0706 minBrainToolsClawback Incentives | BrainBites #18A bite-sized episode where we each share 1 brain-related thing we learnt that you can use so level up your life...in less than 5 (maybe 6) minutes.
If you're loving the show, please do us a teeny tiny favour and subscribe/follow on your favourite podcast platform. It helps us massively and we help you get the latest BrainTools episode as soon as it drops.
Where can you connect with us?
Instagram: @braintoolspodcast
TikTok: @braintools
Website: www.braintools.com.au
2022-03-0406 minBrainToolsSurvivorship Bias | BrainBites #17A bite-sized episode where we each share 1 brain-related thing we learnt that you can use so level up your life...in less than 5 (maybe 6) minutes.
If you're loving the show, please do us a teeny tiny favour and subscribe/follow on your favourite podcast platform. It helps us massively and we help you get the latest BrainTools episode as soon as it drops.
Where can you connect with us?
Instagram: @braintoolspodcast
TikTok: @braintools
Website: www.braintools.com.au
2022-03-0206 minBrainToolsFailure Visualisation & Physiological Sighs | BrainBites #16A bite-sized episode where we each share 1 brain-related thing we learnt this week that you can use so level up your life.
If you're loving the show, please do us a teeny tiny favour and subscribe/follow on your favourite podcast platform. It helps us massively and we help you get the latest BrainTools episode as soon as it drops.
Where can you find Sam and Kirun?
Instagram: @braintoolspodcast
TikTok: @braintools
Website: www.braintools.com.au
2022-02-2411 minBrainToolsCircadian Entrainment & Mental Filtering | BrainBites #15A bite-sized episode where we each share 1 brain-related thing we learnt this week that you can use so level up your life.
If you're loving the show, please do us a teeny tiny favour and subscribe/follow on your favourite podcast platform. It helps us massively and we help you get the latest BrainTools episode as soon as it drops.
Where can you find Sam and Kirun?
Instagram: @braintoolspodcast
TikTok: @braintools
Website: www.braintools.com.au
2022-02-2310 minBrainTools4 Strategies To Fight Your Self-Deception | BrainTools (Shortcuts)If you're in a hurry, this shortcuts episode is for you. A 20-minute snack where you get 4 practical BrainTools to help you stop lying to yourself. This is taken from our longer main episode BrainTools #39.
Do you like the show? Please support us by subscribing on your preferred podcast platform so you never miss an episode, leaving a 5-star review on Apple Podcasts, or follow our journey on Instagram @braintoolspodcast.
P.S - One more thing! We have a new website which you can find at www.braintools.com.au
2022-02-1821 minBrainToolsThe Neuroscience of Lying | BrainTools #39How many times did you lie today? Chances are, at least twice. Double that if you met a stranger today.
Lying is an essential part of the human condition. We project an image of how we'd like to be viewed as opposed to how we actually are. Why? Mostly to improve our social standing. In more sinister cases, pathological liars instil false beliefs in their victims to advance their self-interest and sabotage those that they view as obstacles (Game of Thrones is a case in point).
And there a very clear reasons for this that we...
2022-02-1643 minBrainToolsPost-Wake Up Brain Growth & Brain Horoscopes | BrainBites #14A bite-sized episode where we each share 1 brain-related thing we learnt this week that you can use.
If you're loving the show, please do us a teeny tiny favour and subscribe/follow on your favourite podcast platform. It helps us massively and we help you get the latest BrainTools episode as soon as it drops.
Where can you find Sam and Kirun?
Instagram: @braintoolspodcast
TikTok: @braintools
Website: www.braintools.com.au
2021-11-1214 minBrainTools4 BrainTools To Overcome Your Motivation Slump | BrainTools (Shortcuts)If you're in a hurry, this shortcuts episode is for you. A 25-minute snack where you get 4 practical BrainTools to help you overcome motivation slumps. This is taken from our longer main episode BrainTools #38.
If you're liking the show, please support us by subscribing on your preferred podcast platform, leaving a 5-star review on Apple Podcasts, or follow our journey on Instagram @braintoolspodcast.
P.S - One more thing! We have a new website and newsletter which you can find at www.braintools.com.au
2021-11-1026 minBrainToolsMotivation slumps and your brain | BrainTools #38Have you ever been in a motivation slump? Where you struggle to even get out of bed, let alone tackle everyday challenges in your work, relationships and personal lives?
We have a tendency to believe that motivation just "happens" to us. That those who get more stuff done have a switch they can flick at will. But is this actually true?
In this episode of BrainTools, we break down motivation myths and show you how motivation forms in your brain. As always, you'll leave with 4 practical strategies and protocols to boost your motivation when you fe...
2021-11-0847 minBrainToolsDistinction Bias & Sweaty Mornings | BrainBites #13A bite-sized episode where we each share 1 brain-related thing we learnt this week that you can use.
If you're loving the show, please do us a teeny tiny favour and subscribe/follow on your favourite podcast platform. It helps us massively and we help you get the latest BrainTools episode as soon as it drops.
Where can you find Sam and Kirun from BrainTools?
Instagram: @braintoolspodcast
TikTok: @braintools
Website: www.braintools.com.au
2021-11-0613 minBrainTools4 BrainTools for Post-Pandemic Anxiety | BrainTools (Shortcuts)If you're in a hurry, this shortcuts episode is for you. A 20 minute snack where you get 4 practical BrainTools to help your brain adjust to post-pandemic life. This is taken from our longer main episode BrainTools #37.
2021-11-0317 minBrainToolsHow do you help your brain bounce back from COVID-19 restrictions? | BrainTools #37COVID-19 feels like it's been around for an eternity. The social isolation, financial hardship, lack of novelty and reactance have all been present. This - and many more factors within our immediate environment - have changed our brains. The world is transitioning to a "new normal", so the question becomes: how do we best support our brains with this transition?
In this episode of BrainTools, you'll leave with 4 practical strategies and protocols to ease your brain out of restrictions. No struggling, just full steam ahead.
If you're liking the show, please support us by subscribing, le...
2021-11-0133 minBrainToolsThe Spotlight Effect & Cognitive Friction | Brainbites #12A bite-sized episode where we each share 1 brain-related thing we learnt this week that you can use.
If you're loving the show, please do us a teeny tiny favour and subscribe/follow on your favourite podcast platform. It helps us massively and we help you get the latest BrainTools episode as soon as it drops.
Where can you find Sam and Kirun?
Instagram: @braintoolspodcast
TikTok: @braintools
Website: www.braintools.com.au
2021-10-2912 minBrainToolsThe Sh*t They Never Taught You with Adam Ashton & Adam Jones | BrainTools #36BrainTools for motivation, productivity and living a good life in this guest episode with Adam Ashton & Adam Jones from the What You Will Learn Podcast.
Adam Jones and Adam Ashton are the brains behind the What You Will Learn Podcast, where they dissect and reveal insights from the most useful books in the world, which has amassed over 4 million downloads. They just released their book The Sh*t They Never Taught You which incorporates lessons from over 100 of these books, which we’re so excited to get stuck into.
This episode was packed with tonnes of Br...
2021-10-2742 minBrainToolsBlue stories & the Cashless effect | Brainbites #11A bite-sized episode where we each share 1 brain-related thing we learnt this week that you can use.
2021-10-0616 minBrainToolsNeuroAthletics with Louisa Nicola | BrainTools #35Episode 35 of BrainTools is a guest interview with Louisa Nicola.
Louisa was a world class athlete competing in Triathlon World Championships before becoming a clinical Neuroscientist and Neurophysiologist. She founded NeuroAthletics, and now consults athletes on how to optimise their performance through neuroscience.
This episode was packed with practical tools, strategies and protocols for sports performance that Louisa uses in her work with some of the worlds top athletes.
Where to find more of Louisa's Work:
NeuroAthletics: https://www.neuroathletics.com.au/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thediamondboss
Linkedin: ht...
2021-09-1637 minBrainToolsGet better at empathy with brain science | BrainTools #34We're always told to be more empathetic, but never told how.
This episode dives into empathy in the brain, how it works and what makes us empathetic plus you'll learn 4 BrainTools to get better at empathy.
If you're liking the show, feel free to support us by leaving a review on iTunes, or follow our journey on Linkedin or Instagram. You can also find us at www.braintools.com.au
2021-09-1237 minBrainToolsParkinson‘s Law & Mental warm-ups | BrainBites #10A bite-sized episode where we each share 1 brain-related thing we learnt this week that you can use. We're doing the reading for you.
2021-09-0813 minBrainToolsSocial bandwagon & stories not stats | BrainBites #9A bite-sized episode where we each share 1 brain-related thing we learnt this week that you can use. We're doing the reading for you.
2021-08-3113 minBrainToolsBecome funnier with BrainTools | BrainTools #33Have you ever wondered what makes funny people...funny?
Look no further. In this episode you will learn about humour & laughter, how it manifests through your brain and as always, receive 4 BrainTools to build your sense of humour.
If you're liking the show, feel free to support us by leaving a review on iTunes, or follow our journey on Linkedin or Instagram. You can also find us at www.braintools.com.au
2021-08-2738 minBrainToolsOvercoming social anxiety with Mark Metry | BrainTools #32 (Guest Episode)Episode 32 of BrainTools is a guest interview with Mark Metry. He is the author of "Screw Being Shy", top 100 podcast host of Humans 2.0 and TEDx speaker who's work on shyness and social anxiety is broadcasted to millions across the globe.
This episode was packed with practical ways of thinking about social anxiety, tools and strategies Mark used to overcome his shyness and some great analogies about social anxiety and the brain.
Where to find more of Mark's Work:
markmetry.substack.com/subscribe
https://www.markmetry.com/
https://www.linkedin.com...
2021-07-2755 minBrainToolsSuper Mario Effect & Rest-learning | BrainBites #8A bite-sized episode where we each share 1 brain-related thing we learnt this week that you can use. We're doing the reading for you.
2021-07-2312 minBrainToolsMindful Productivity with Anne-Laure Le Cunff (NessLabs) | BrainTools #31 (Guest Episode)Episode 31 of BrainTools is a guest interview with someone we really admire, Anne-Laure Le Cunff of Ness Labs, the mindful productivity school.
She’s an ex-Googler who went on to an MSc of Applied Neuroscience at King's College. And now, she’s the founder of Ness Labs - an online mindful productivity community teaching at the intersection of neuroscience and entrepreneurship. Her work has been featured in WIRED, Forbes, Rolling Stone, and more.
This episode was packed with frameworks, tools and strategies from the Makers Mind creator (Anne-Laure's newsletter) herself.
Where to find more...
2021-07-2045 minBrainTools4 BrainTools for more confidence | BrainTools (shortcuts)This is the 'Tools' cut of the BrainTools podcast. A 25 min snackable episode where you get 4 practical BrainTools for Confidence, cut from our longer full episode.
2021-07-1322 minBrainToolsBuild confidence with brain science | BrainTools #30Learn about confidence in your brain and get BrainTools to build your confidence and calm your nerves.
If you're liking the show, feel free to support us by leaving a review on iTunes, or follow our journey on linkedin or instagram.
Kirun & Sam from BrainTools
2021-07-0942 minBrainToolsRose Retrospection & Getting Attention | BrainBites #7A bite-sized episode where we each share 1 brain related thing we learnt this week that you can use. We're doing the reading for you.
2021-07-0611 minBrainToolsFeynman Technique & Context-dependent learning | BrainBites #6A bite-sized episode where we each share 1 brain related thing we learnt this week that you can use. We're doing the reading for you.
2021-06-2912 minBrainToolsBuild Your Memory Toolkit with Tansel Ali | BrainTools #29 (Guest Episode)Tansel is a 4-time Australian Memory Sports Champion most famously known for memorising two Yellow Pages phone books in only 24 days, which still blows my mind. He represented Australia at the World Memory Championships in Malaysia and London, and national competitions in Singapore and Japan breaking several memory records for Australia along the way. He’s also written three international bestselling books, “The Yellow Elephant”, “How To Learn Almost Anything In 48 Hours”, and "The 4 Most Powerful Memory Techniques". He’s done this, and much much more.
In this guest episode, he breaks down how to remember things better, inclu...
2021-06-2252 minBrainToolsSecond-order thinking & Brain-based Vulnerability | BrainBites #5A bite-sized episode where we each share 1 brain related thing we learnt this week that you can use. We're doing the reading for you.
2021-06-1812 minBrainToolsInfinite motivation & Inverted thinking | BrainBites #4A bite-sized episode where we each share 1 brain related thing we learnt this week that you can use. We're doing the reading for you.
2021-06-1412 minBrainTools4 BrainTools for leadership at work | BrainTools (shortcuts)This is the 'Tools' cut of the BrainTools podcast. A 25 min snackable episode where you get 4 practical BrainTools for Leadership, cut from our longer full episode.
2021-06-1125 minBrainToolsBrains at Work: Leadership | BrainTools #28Learn to lead better by understanding leadership on the brain. We cover why teams need brain safety, limbic friction, the Teacher/Coach model, the best way to give feedback, Google's 10 attributes of great leaders, plus you get 4 practical BrainTools to improve your leadership.
2021-06-0942 minBrainTools4 BrainTools for Teamwork at work | BrainTools (shortcuts)This is the 'Tools' cut of the BrainTools podcast. A 20 min snackable episode where you get 4 practical BrainTools for Teamwork, cut from our longer full episode.
2021-06-0419 minBrainToolsBrains at Work: Improving Teamwork | BrainTools #27Learn the brain fundamentals of great teams. We cover neural synchronisation and team performance, Sociometrics, user manuals, how Google’s Aristotle Study applies to team brains and give you 4 practical BrainTools to improve your teams effectiveness at work (or how you work with your team).
2021-06-0341 minBrainToolsRegret minimisation & Brain behaviour-gaps | BrainBites #3A bite-sized episode where we each share 1 brain related thing we learnt this week that you can use. We're doing the reading for you.
2021-06-0111 minBrainTools4 BrainTools for Trust at work | BrainTools (shortcuts)This is the 'Tools' cut of the BrainTools podcast. A 20-25 minute snackable episode where you get 4 practical BrainTools for Trust, cut from our longer full episode.
2021-05-2824 minBrainToolsBrains at Work: Trust | BrainTools #26Building trust at work isn't easy, but it is necessary. In part 3 of our 'Brains at Work' series, learn about trust, oxytocin, the beautiful mess effect, the neuroscience behind trust plus get 4 science-backed BrainTools to build trust and connection at work.
2021-05-2546 minBrainToolsCrop Yields & Doidge Coins | BrainBites #2A bite-sized episode where we share 1 brain related thing we learnt this week that you can use. We're doing the reading for you.
2021-05-2113 minBrainTools4 BrainTools for Resilience at work | BrainTools (shortcuts)This is the 'Tools' cut of the BrainTools podcast. A 20-25 minute snackable episode where you get 4 practical BrainTools for Resilience, cut from our longer full episode.
2021-05-1823 minBrainToolsBrains at Work: Resilience | BrainTools #25Do you want to become more resilient at work? This is the episode for you. Learn about stress inoculation, the neuroscience behind resilience factors plus get 4 science-backed BrainTools to fortify your resilience. This is Part 2 of our new 'Brains at Work' series, designed to help you get the most out of your brain at work.
2021-05-1645 minBrainToolsNote-making, Steph Curry & Hot Streaks | BrainBitesWe have a new episode! A bite-sized episode where we share 1 brain related thing we learnt this week that you can use. We're doing the reading for you.
2021-05-1415 minBrainTools6 BrainTools for productivity at work | BrainTools (shortcuts)This is the 'Tools' cut of the BrainTools podcast. A 20-30 minute snackable episode where you get 6 practical BrainTools for productivity, cut from our longer full episode.
2021-05-1229 minBrainToolsBrains at Work: Productivity | BrainTools #24Learn why you procrastinate, how to think about productivity and your brain, and get 6 BrainTools for energy, focus and time management (procrastination) at work. This is episode 1 of our new 'Brains at Work' series designed to help you get the most out of your brain and work.
2021-05-1053 minBrainToolsPersuade better with brain science | BrainTools #23Whether it's pay rise season, you've trying to convince your kid to put shoes on or your friend to watch the movie you want, everyday we persuade others. And most of us aren't very good at it. In this special ep with give 8 BrainTools for getting better at persuading others by connecting with them through how our brains work.
If you're liking the show, feel free to support us by leaving a review on iTunes, or follow our journey on linkedin or instagram.
Kirun & Sam from BrainTools
2021-04-1546 min
CONNECTING WITH TEENSConnecting With Teens #8- It's all about respectIt comes down to respecting teens for who they are.Join me, as I talk with DJ Johnson, counselor and parent coach @djinspiresparenting, as we talk about how parents can connect by being respectful towards their teenagers. Sometimes the old ways of thinking need to go out the window, and DJ has got great suggestions to get you on your way.Check out the Connecting_With_Teens YouTube channel for more great contenthttps://youtu.be/k_ya4daOT6oAnd of course, there are m...
2021-04-0814 minBrainToolsThe Female Brain with Dr Sarah McKay | BrainTools #22 (Guest Episode)Dr. Sarah McKay is a Neuroscientist with a PhD in Neuroscience from Oxford University, featured on ABC as a TV presenter, a former freelance medical and author of "The Women's Brain Book". Today we're lucky enough to have her join us for our first guest episode to talk about what happens in the female brain during each month, how babies change parents brains and the most holistic way to support our mental health and wellbeing. She drops some absolute Brain Bombs in this episode, as well as shares her fascinating journey to where she is today, founder of The...
2021-03-3052 minBrainTools4 BrainTools to prevent regrettable purchases | BrainTools (shortcuts)This is the 'Tools' cut of the BrainTools podcast. A 20-minute snackable episode where you get the 4 practical BrainTools on protecting yourself from neuromarketing, cut from our longer full episode.
2021-03-2520 minBrainToolsProtect your brain from marketers | BrainTools #21Ever bought something and regretted it later? Or found yourself feeling oddly compelled to click buy? Marketing has gotten too smart, and marketers know how to use your brain against you to make you buy stuff you don't need. In this episode, learn about your brain on marketing and how to protect it from sneaky, brain-based marketing tactics.
Plus get 4 PRACTICAL science-backed BrainTools to prevent you being taken advantage of and ending buying junk you regret. If you're liking the show, feel free to support us by leaving a review on iTunes, or follow our journey on...
2021-03-2341 minBrainTools4 BrainTools for reading smarter | BrainTools (shortcuts)This is the 'Tools' cut of the BrainTools podcast. A 20-minute snackable episode where you get the 4 practical BrainTools on reading from our longer full episode.
2021-03-1821 minBrainToolsReading and your brain | BrainTools #20These days picking up a book feels like staring up Mount Everest. Reading has become hard for so many of us. Why? We unpack the reason behind it, how reading works in your brain (and why you might be struggling to sit down and turn pages). Plus get 4 PRACTICAL science-backed BrainTools for reawakening your reading brain and reading better. If you're liking the show, feel free to support us by leaving a review on iTunes, or follow our journey on linkedin or instagram.
Kirun & Sam from BrainTools
2021-03-1740 min
CONNECTING WITH TEENSConnecting With Teens #6- Finding the work/life balanceConnecting With Teens and Cesar & Pam: Finding that work/life balance.You remember when kids used to say, the struggle is “REAL” For many parents it is the truth as we are constantly faced with real work and real life struggles. Throw in the parenting and the plate gets full very fast.Join me, as I talk with Cesar Ruiz Olguin, father of six and parent coach @cesarandpam, as we talk about simple ways parents can figure out that elusive work/life balance.Stick around to the end for a fantastic bonus story that s...
2021-03-1324 min
CONNECTING WITH TEENSConnecting With Teens #5- Helping teens with community serviceConnecting With Teens and Nicole Sdao: Community service is a great thing and teens can learn responsibility and the value of giving back.If community service is a requirement for your high school student, this is a great conversation for ideas in the current environment. Some of the tried and true locations are not available anymore, but there are plenty of oher options.Join me, as I talk with Nicole, creator of the new app ALTRUIZE, as we talk about simple ways parents can help their teens with community service..Did t...
2021-03-0723 minBrainTools4 BrainTools for overcoming your biases | BrainTools (shortcuts)This is the 'Tools' cut of the BrainTools podcast. A 20-minute snackable episode where you get just the 4 practical BrainTools on beliefs and conflict. To learn more of the neuroscience and research behind the tools, check out https://braintools.substack.com
2021-02-2427 minBrainToolsBiases in your brain | BrainTools #19We are all biased - we make decisions based on the limited information our brain can process which leads to shortcuts. These shortcuts (or heuristics) cause bia and suboptimal decisions - they were made to help us survive the jungle not the concrete jungle. In this episode we explain where biases come from, why we have these quirks and give you 4 bias-tools to overcome some of your biases. If you're liking the show, you can support us by following our page on linkedin or instagram!
2021-02-2338 min
BrainToolsYour brain biases | BrainTools #19We're all biased - we make decisions based on limited information and use shortcuts to get there. Problem is theses biases can lead to poor decisions in our modern environment - they evolved for the jungle not the concrete jungle. How do you mitigate your bias? Which biases are limiting you? Find out in this episode of BrainTools, plus grab 4 science-backed debiasing braintools - like an ad blocker for your bias. If you're learning useful things from our podcast, you can always help us out by following BrainTools on linkedin or instagram. Your BrainTool friends, Kirun & Sam.
2021-02-2233 minBrainTools4 BrainTools for your next disagreement | BrainTools (shortcuts)This is the 'Tools' cut of the BrainTools podcast. A 20-minute snackable episode where you get just the 4 practical BrainTools on beliefs and conflict. To learn more of the neuroscience and research behind the tools, check out https://braintools.substack.com
2021-02-2121 minBrainToolsYour brain on disagreements | BrainTools #18When your beliefs clash in conversation, your brain changes. It enters a state of survival which blinds you to the other persons perspective and creates an ideological fist fight. In this episode learn what happens to your brain when you disagree plus how to navigate a healthy disagreement about beliefs using 4 science-backed BrainTools. If you're learning useful things from our podcast, you can always help us out by following BrainTools on linkedin or instagram. Your BrainTool friends, Kirun & Sam.
2021-02-1637 min
CONNECTING WITH TEENSConnecting With Teens #4- Help your teen with sleep and improving their mood.Connecting With Teens and Malin Gutestam- Helping your teen improve their mood and get better sleep.Who wouldn’t want a teenager around the house with a smile and positive attitude..What a wonderful, yet within reach idea that can happen in your household..Join me, as I talk with Malin, author of Brain Tools For Teens, as we talk about simple ways to improve the mood of your teenager and help them on the path to better sleep..Check out the full video on yo...
2021-02-1405 minBrainTools4 BrainTools for healthier self-beliefs | BrainTools (shortcuts)This is the 'Tools' cut of the BrainTools podcast. A 20-minute snackable episode where you get just the 4 practical BrainTools on changing beliefs, no fluff. To learn more of the neuroscience and research behind the tools, check out https://braintools.substack.com
2021-02-1121 minBrainToolsMindset, beliefs and your brain | BrainTools #17Breaking down how beliefs are formed, how they hurt you or help you, and how to set new beliefs (new mindsets) in the brain.
You will learn:
The neuroscience of how you create beliefs
What your beliefs do to your brain, perception and body
Changing beliefs and adopting new ones
4 BrainTools for updating your beliefs
Your brain can change. Listening to this episode, you'll figure out how to use your own neuroplasticity to overcome your self-limiting beliefs.
If you want the braintools + 'how-to' guide for this episode, it...
2021-02-0842 minBrainToolsFreaking-out: managing emotional situations with brain science | BrainTools #164 ways to help someone feeling out-of-control emotionally using Brain science.
In this episode, you'll learn :
Empathy in the brain
The role of your body and brain on how others feel
Emotional de-escalation
And as always, 4 BrainTools to level up your emotion-calming and empathy abilities
If you're loving the show, you can grab the implementation guide for this ep and more by checking out https://braintools.substack.com/
Or leave us an iTunes review. Up to you.
2021-02-0138 min
Uncensored Stories with Tom Canetti#15 Trump on the Brain — The Neuroscience Behind Donald Trump’s Popularity: Samuel HolstonSamuel Holston (Host of BrainTools podcast https://braintools.podbean.com) breaks down the neuroscience behind why people vote for political figures such as Donald Trump.
2021-01-2153 minBrainToolsMaster your brain, regulate your emotions | BrainTools #15Learn the top 4 strategies for regulating your out-of-control emotions using Brain science.
In this episode, you'll learn:
How emotional regulation happens in the brain
The role of body & brain in emotional regulation
Where it happens in your brain
4 BrainTools that instantly upgrade your emotional regulation skills, make you a better regulator over time and impact your relationships.
In this episode, we shout out the Neuroscience of Social Emotional Learning with Andrea Samadi. Be good to your brain and head to https://andreasamadi.podbean.com. It's a great podcast for all things education and the brain. ...
2020-12-0952 minBrainToolsYour Anxious Brain: a bonus episode on anxiety | BrainTools #14Anxiety can be debilitating. Worse still, most of us don't understand it, why it happens, where it comes from. Why does your brain make you anxious?
After being repeatedly asked this question from our audience, we decided it was time to answer it. In this episode, you'll learn:
Why anxiety happens
Where it comes from
Where it happens in your brain
4 BrainTools for reducing it's impact and regaining control of an anxious brain.
In this episode, we shout out:
- Neuroscience of Social Emotional Learning with Andrea Samadi
https://andreasamadi.podbean.com
...
2020-11-2339 minBrainToolsTaming your negative emotions with brain science | BrainTools #13You have bad days. And you have worse days - where the anxiety, doubt or anger take over. Can you do anything about it? In episode 2 of BrainTools volume 2 we dig down (deep down) into the difficult emotions in your brain, where they come from and of course, share with you 6 BrainTools for helping you regain control when your brain starts veering off the road.
If you're loving the show, follow our Instagram for more brain bites, or join our newsletter where we'll let you know when new episodes go live plus share an exclusive, in...
2020-11-0449 minBrainTools6 BrainTools for (more) Happiness | BrainTools (shortcuts)This is the 'Tools' cut of the BrainTools podcast. A 25-minute snackable episode where you get just the 6 practical BrainTools, no fluff. To learn more of the neuroscience and research behind the tools join newsletter https://linktr.ee/braintoolspod..
PS: If our podcasts tickle your brain, please show us some love and leave a quick review. It makes our brains go 'bing'.
2020-11-0431 minBrainToolsThe practical brain-science of positive emotions | BrainTools #12We love to feel good - happiness, joy, euphoria. But where do positive emotions come from? Why do we have them? And how in tarnation do you get more of them? In episode 1 of BrainTools season 2 we dig down (deep down) into positive emotions in the brain, where they come from and of course, share with you 6 BrainTools for having more of them, more often. Happiness BrainTools, free of charge, paid in listening.
If you're loving the show, follow our Instagram for more brain bites, or join our newsletter where we'll let you know when n...
2020-10-191h 10BrainToolsSPECIAL EP: Ask us Anything - 10 BrainTools Questions | BrainTools #11A different kind of BrainTools - we had many questions every episode from all of you. So we wanted to take the time and answer the best BrainTools related question for each episode. 10 questions where we dive a little deeper to answer some everyday situations with practical brain science (with a side of very average banter, thanks).
Hear us answer your questions on sleep, stress, fear, habits, addictions, love/tinder, love/relationships, aging, attention & memory. Plus get some off the record BrainTools.
2020-10-0538 minBrainTools6 BrainTools for mastering memory and stopping forgetting | BrainTools (shortcuts)This is the 'Tools' cut of the BrainTools podcast. A 25-minute snackable episode where you get just the 6 practical BrainTools, no fluff. To learn more of the neuroscience and research behind the tools, listen to the full episode, or join our free growing community at "braintools.mn.co". PS: If our podcasts tickle your brain, please show us some love and leave a quick review. It makes our brains go 'bing'.
2020-09-1623 minBrainToolsYour memory, your brain and Neuroscience | BrainTools #10Most of us think we are forgetful, or get jealous of friends who have 'super' memories. But here's the cold-hard brain truth - there is no such thing as a super memory. And you can train your memory to be like a supercomputer. Or at least so you don't lose your keys so often. In this episode of BrainTools, we talk about memory breakdown during lockdown, how memory works, why you forget things and, of course, we share 6 practical BrainTools for mastering your memory (and remembering your keys).
Loving the show? For more tools and resources, join t...
2020-09-1544 minBrainToolsProtecting your brain from aging? | BrainTools #09We all age, we all get older. But can you protect your brain as you age? Can you keep your cognitive function? In this episode of BrainTools we uncover the mechanisms of aging, what happens in the brain when we get older and how to protect your brain as you get older. PLUS you'll walk away with 6 BRAND spankin' new BrainTools to help keep you refocus when you can't focus.
Check out the rest of our stuff here https://linktr.ee/braintoolspod
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2020-09-1250 minBrainTools6 BrainTools for protecting your brain as you age | BrainTools (shortcuts)This is the 'Tools' cut of the BrainTools podcast. A 25-minute snackable episode where you get just the 6 practical BrainTools, no fluff. To learn more of the neuroscience and research behind the tools, listen to the full episode, or join our free growing community at "braintools.mn.co". PS: If our podcasts tickle your brain, please show us some love and leave a quick review. It makes our brains go 'bing'.
2020-09-1224 minBrainTools6 BrainTools for getting back your focus | BrainTools (shortcuts)This is the 'Tools' cut of the BrainTools podcast. A 25-minute snackable episode where you get just the 6 practical BrainTools, no fluff. To learn more of the neuroscience and research behind the tools, listen to the full episode, or join our free growing community at "braintools.mn.co". PS: If our podcasts tickle your brain, please show us some love and leave a quick review. It makes our brains go 'bing'.
2020-09-1221 minBrainToolsHow do you refocus attention right now with Neuroscience? | BrainTools #08Are you struggling to focus during covid? You're not alone. Working remotely is hard, and we're all distracted. It's not your fault, it's your brain. In this episode of BrainTools we uncover why it's so hard to pay attention, to stay focused, including the neuroscience of how our attention is being hijacked by stress (and our environment). PLUS you'll walk away with 6 BRAND spankin' new BrainTools to help keep you refocus when you can't focus.
Loving the show? For more tools and resources, join the growing community at braintools.mn.co. It's completely free and loaded with tons of u...
2020-09-0250 minBrainTools6 BrainTools for relationships right now | BrainTools (shortcuts)This is the 'Tools' cut of the BrainTools podcast. A 25-minute snackable episode where you get just the 6 practical BrainTools, no fluff. To learn more of the neuroscience and research behind the tools, listen to the full episode, or join our free growing community at "braintools.mn.co". PS: If our podcasts tickle your brain, please show us some love and leave a quick review. It makes our brains go 'bing'.
2020-08-2624 minBrainToolsRemote relationships, communication and Neuroscience | BrainTools #07Relationships have gone remote, and communication during COVID is different. In this episode of BrainTools we uncover the neuroscience of why it's harder to connect right now, relationships on the brain and the COVID induced communication challenges all relationships are feeling. PLUS you'll walk away with 6 BRAND spankin' new BrainTools to help keep your relationships healthy during this time of uncertainty.
Loving the show? For more tools and resources, join the growing community at braintools.mn.co. It's completely free and loaded with tons of useful resources which we add to every single week.
PS: If you like the...
2020-08-2449 minBrainTools6 BrainTools for Dating Apps | BrainTools (shortcuts)This is the 'Tools' cut of the BrainTools podcast. A 25-minute snackable episode where you get just the 6 practical BrainTools, no fluff. To learn more of the neuroscience and research behind the tools, listen to the full episode, or join our free growing community at "braintools.mn.co". PS: If our podcasts tickle your brain, please show us some love and leave a quick review. It makes our brains go 'bing'.
2020-08-1325 minBrainToolsLove, tinder and Neuroscience | BrainTools #06Does love happen in the heart, or in the brain? Why are dating apps so addictive? Is there a perfect tinder profile? In this episode of the BrainTools podcast you're going to learn about the neuroscience of love and how modern appified dating impacts the way we date. PLUS you'll walk away with 6 BRAND spankin' new BrainTools to help you make sense of tinder, love and your brain.
Loving the show? For more tools and resources, join the growing community at braintools.mn.co. It's completely free and loaded with tons of useful resources which we add to every s...
2020-08-111h 03BrainTools6 BrainTools for breaking everyday Addictions | BrainTools (Shortcut)This is the 'Tools' cut of the BrainTools podcast. A 25-minute snackable episode where you get just the 6 practical BrainTools, no fluff. To learn more of the neuroscience and research behind the tools, listen to the full episode, or join our free growing community at "braintools.mn.co". PS: If our podcasts tickle your brain, please show us some love and leave a quick review. It makes our brains go 'bing'.
2020-08-0627 minBrainToolsYour Everyday Addictions and Neuroscience | BrainTools #05Your phone. Social media apps. Binge-watching netflix (guilty). Chocolate and sugar. These are all everyday addictive things that hijack the brains reward system and make as CRAVE more. In this episode of the BrainTools podcast you're going to learn about the neuroscience of Addictive things, everyday addictions, the problems they come with, PLUS you'll walk away with 6 BRAND spankin' new BrainTools to help you make habits stick.
Loving the show? For more tools and resources, join the growing community at braintools.mn.co. It's completely free and loaded with tons of useful resources which we add to every single w...
2020-08-031h 01BrainTools6 BrainTools for Making Habits Stick | BrainTools (Shortcuts)This is the 'Tools' cut of the BrainTools podcast. A 25-minute snackable episode where you get just the 6 practical BrainTools, no fluff. To learn more of the neuroscience and research behind the tools, listen to the full episode, or join our free growing community at "braintools.mn.co". PS: If our podcasts tickle your brain, please show us some love and leave a quick review. It makes our brains go 'bing'.
2020-07-2928 minBrainToolsForm Habits that stick with Neuroscience | BrainTools #04Most of us abandon new years resolutions before February. Because we don't make the habits sticks. In this episode of the BrainTools podcast you're going to learn about habits in the brain, the problems and neuroscience of habits, plus you'll walk away with 6 BRAND spankin' new BrainTools to help you make habits stick.
Loving the show? For more tools and resources, join the growing community at braintools.mn.co. It's completely free and loaded with tons of useful resources which we add to every single week.
PS: If you like the podcast, show us some love and give us s...
2020-07-2755 minBrainTools6 BrainTools for Overcoming Fear | BrainTools (Shortcuts)This is the 'Tools' cut of the BrainTools podcast. A 25-minute snackable episode where you get just the 6 practical BrainTools, no fluff. To learn more of the neuroscience and research behind the tools, listen to the full episode, or join our free growing community at "braintools.mn.co". PS: If our podcasts tickle your brain, please show us some love and leave a quick review. It makes our brains go 'bing'.
2020-07-2328 minBrainToolsMastering Fear with Neuroscience | BrainTools #03Fear is human, yet it holds us back. It gives us anxiety and prevents us from achieving our goals. In this episode of the BrainTools podcast you're going to learn about fear in the brain, the problems and neuroscience of fear plus you'll walk away with 6 BRAND spankin' new BrainTools to help you better control your fear.
Loving the show? For more tools and resources, join the growing community at braintools.mn.co. It's completely free and loaded with tons of useful resources which we add to every single week.
PS: If you like the podcast, show us some l...
2020-07-2353 minBrainTools6 BrainTools for better Wellbeing | BrainTools (Shortcut)This is the 'Tools' cut of the BrainTools podcast. A 25-minute snackable episode where you get just the 6 practical BrainTools, no fluff. To learn more of the neuroscience and research behind the tools, listen to the full episode, or join our free growing community at "braintools.mn.co". PS: If our podcasts tickle your brain, please show us some love and leave a quick review. It makes our brains go 'bing'.
2020-07-2326 minBrainToolsDestress your Wellbeing with Neuroscience | BrainTools #02Stressed to the gills? Worried about wellbeing? In this episode of the BrainTools podcast you're going to learn about how stress works in the brain, the problems and benefits of stress, the neuroscience of wellbeing plus you'll walk away with 6 BRAND spankin' new BrainTools to help you fight the stress monsters.
For more tools and resources, join the growing community at braintools.mn.co. It's completely free and loaded with tons of useful resources which we add to every single week. PS: If you like the podcast, show us some love and give us some dopamine by leaving a...
2020-07-1654 minBrainTools6 BrainTools for Deep Sleep | BrainTools (Shortcut)This is the 'Tools' short cut version of our BrainTools Podcast, a 25-minute snackable episode where you get our 6 practical BrainTools for this topic, 0 fluff. To learn more of the neuroscience and research behind the BrainTools, listen to the full episode, or join our free, growing community at "braintools.mn.co". PS: If our podcast tickles your brain, please show us some love and leave a quick review. It makes our brains go 'bing'.
2020-07-1524 minBrainToolsSleep deep with Neuroscience | BrainTools #01Restless nights? Walking around like a sleepless zombie? Welcome to the BrainTools podcast, practical Brain science for everyday people. In this episode of the BrainTools Podcast you're going to learn the neuroscience of sleep: why we sleep, the sleep-deprived brain and how sleep is your new superpower. Plus you'll walk away with 6 BRAND spankin' new BrainTools to help you sleep like a baby tonight. For more tools and resources, join our growing community at "braintools.mn.co". It's completely free and loaded with tons of useful content which we add to every single week. PS: If you like the...
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