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Brain Science with Ginger Campbell, MD: Neuroscience for EveryoneKevin Mitchell, author of "Free Agents: How Evolution Gave Us Free Will"In the this episode of Brain Science we talk with neuroscientist Kevin Mitchell about his new book Free Agents: How Evolution Gave Us Free Will. While many neuroscientists and philosophers argue that free will is an illusion, Mitchell argues that the ability to make meaningful choices is part of our evolutionary heritage. He also addresses the important issue of determinism, siding with those physicists who argue that the fundamental nature of our universe is NOT deterministic. These issues are crucial to how we see ourselves and others. Links and References: Free Agents: How Evolution Gave Us...2023-10-271h 26
Brain Science with Ginger Campbell, MD: Neuroscience for EveryoneThomas Metzinger on "The Ego Tunnel"This month's episode of Brain Science features Thomas Metzinger, author of "The Ego Tunnel: The Science of the Mind and the Myth of the Self." Metzinger is a philosopher with a longstanding interest in Philosophy of Mind with a focus on incorporating the findings of neuroscience. We discuss the implications of the discovery that consciousness is a biological process generated by the interaction of the brain, body, and external world. Metzinger also emphasized the importance of considering altered states including dreaming, out of body experiences, and even virtual reality. Links and References: The Ego Tunnel: The...2023-09-221h 06
Brain Science with Ginger Campbell, MD: Neuroscience for EveryoneBS 211 Molecular Biologist Seth GrantThis episode of Brain Science features the return of molecular biologist Seth Grant. We briefly review his decades of research into the complexity of the protein structure of the synapse and then we focus on his most recent paper, which describes how the life-span of synapse proteins appears to change as animals age. Grant reflects of the significance of this finding both for animal research and human medicine. Papers discussed in this episode: Bulovaite, E., Qiu, Z., Kratschke, M., Zgraj, A., Fricker, D. G., Tuck, E. J., Gokhale, R., Koniaris, B., Jami, S. A., Merino-Serrais, P., H...2023-08-251h 10
Brain Science with Ginger Campbell, MD: Neuroscience for EveryoneIntroduction to NeurotransmittersThis episode is our first review of neurotransmitters since episode 8 way back in 2007. We start with some basics of neuron function and brain anatomy, but the meat of the episode is a discussion of neurotransmitters and how they work. The key idea is that a simple molecule, such as dopamine, can have a wide variety of effects because of the existence of multiple receptors. This episode is appropriate for listeners of all backgrounds, but might be a little challenging for new listeners. It will be a review episode for longtime listeners and those with backgrounds in neuroscience.2023-07-281h 06
Brain Science with Ginger Campbell, MD: Neuroscience for EveryoneBS 209 Luiz Pessoa "The Entangled Brain"This month's episode of Brain Science is an interview with Luiz Pessoa, author of The Entangled Brain: How Perception, Cognition, and Emotion Are Woven Together. This is Pessoa's first book aimed at a general audience and it provides a concise overview of our current understanding of basic brain function. However, he also explains the limitations of the traditional modular view of the brain. A key take home point is that emotion and cognition are deeply intertwined at every level. Links and References: The Entangled Brain: How Perception, Cognition, and Emotion Are Woven Together by...2023-06-231h 07
Brain Science with Ginger Campbell, MD: Neuroscience for Everyone"Foolproof" with Sander van der LindenThis month's episode is an interview with Cambridge Psychology professor Sander van der Linden, author of "Foolproof: Why Misinformation Infects Our Minds and How to Build Immunity." We discuss the important topic of how techniques like appealing to emotion contribute to the spread of misinformation. Dr. Campbell reflects on why this topic is important. Links and References: Foolproof: Why Misinformation Infects Our Minds and How to Build Immunity by Sander van der Linden Sander van der Linden, Phd (University of Cambridge) Learn more via video games at https://inoculation.science/ Please visit http://brainsciencepodcast.com for...2023-05-261h 09
Brain Science with Ginger Campbell, MD: Neuroscience for EveryoneLuiz Pessoa: "The Cognitive-Emotional Brain"This month's episode is an encore presentation of an interview with neuroscientist Luiz Pessoa discussing his fascinating book "The Cognitive-Emotional Brain: From Interactions to Integration." We explored the surprising role of the amygdala in decision making and learned that cognition and emotion are deeply intertwined at every level. Links and References: The Cognitive-Emotional Brain: From Interactions to Integration by Luiz Pessoa Luiz Pessoa, PhD (University of Maryland) Please visit http://brainsciencepodcast.com for additional references and episode transcripts. Announcements: Please take a few minutes to complete this audience survey. Dr. Campbell...2023-04-281h 05
Brain Science with Ginger Campbell, MD: Neuroscience for EveryonePlant Intelligence with Paco CalvoThis month we have an intriguing interview with Dr. Paco Calvo from the Minimal Intelligence Laboratory at the University of Mercia in Spain. We talk with him about his new book Planta Sapiens: The New Science of Intelligence. We discuss the scientific evidence for plant intelligence while acknowledging that intelligence and consciousness are not the same. It is interesting to think of plants as demonstrating embodied cognition in contrast to the "intelligence" demonstrated by computer software. We also consider the pioneering work of Charles Darwin, who actually studied plant behavior before the invention of time lapse photography.2023-03-241h 16
Brain Science with Ginger Campbell, MD: Neuroscience for EveryoneMolecular Biologist Guy Caldwell (Part 2)In this follow-up interview with molecular biologist Dr. Guy Caldwell we learn more about how the tools of molecular biology are used to unravel questions in neurobiology and provide hope for better treatments for problems like Parkinson's Disease. Links and References: Guy Caldwell, PhD (University of Alabama) LinkedIn BS 204 Encore of 2009 interview The Worm Shack Mew, M., Caldwell, K. A., & Caldwell, G. A. (2022). From bugs to bedside: functional annotation of human genetic variation for neurological disorders using invertebrate models. Human molecular genetics, 31(R1), R37–R46. https://doi.org/10.1093/hmg/ddac203 Please visit http://brainsciencepodcast.com for addit...2023-02-241h 03
Brain Science with Ginger Campbell, MD: Neuroscience for EveryoneGuy Caldwell explains how molecular biology contributes to neuroscienceThis month's episode is an encore presentation of an interview with Dr. Guy Caldwell from the University of Alabama. Dr. Caldwell explains how tools from molecular biology make it possible to use the famous C. Elegans roundworm to improve our understanding of neurodegenerative diseases like Parkinson's disease. Dr. Caldwell will return to Brain Science next month to give us an update on his work. Links and References: Visit the Wormshack at the University of Alabama Molecular neurodegeneration, 14(1), 29. https://doi.org/10.1186/s13024-019-0329-1 C. elegans Alpha-Synuclein Models of Parkinson's Disease. Brain sciences, 9(4), 73. https://doi...2023-01-271h 15
Brain Science with Ginger Campbell, MD: Neuroscience for EveryoneHighlights from Brain Science in 2022This month's episode (BS 203) celebrates the 16th Anniversary of Brain Science with the annual review episode. This is a listener favorite providing highlights and key ideas from the episodes of Brain Science that were posted in 2022. Topics included hearing, grief, emotion, embodied cognition, consciousness and more. Note: This month's episode transcript is FREE. Please Visit Our Sponsors: MasterClass at masterclass.com/ginger TextExpander at textexpander.com/brain-science 2022 Episodes of Brain Science: BS 192 Nina Kraus, author of Of Sound Mind: How Our Brain Constructs a Meaningful Sonic World BS 193 The Em...2022-12-231h 18
Brain Science with Ginger Campbell, MD: Neuroscience for EveryoneEvan Thompson: Is Mediation a "mind science?"The idea that meditation is a "mind science" is popular, but in this interview Canadian philosopher Evan Thompson argues that this claim does not stand up to either scientific or philosophical scrutiny. As one of the pioneers of the Embodied Cognition movement Thompson reminds us that the Mind is not restricted to the Brain and we must also consider how other recent discoveries in neuroscience fail to support the claim that meditation provides neutral scientific insight into how the Mind really works. Links and References: Evan Thompson's website Why I am not a Buddhist by Evan...2022-11-2553 min
Brain Science with Ginger Campbell, MD: Neuroscience for EveryoneHow the Human Brain is Built with Bill HarrisThis month's episode of Brain Science is an interview with WA (Bill) Harris, author of Zero to Birth: How the Human Brain Is Built. We explore how the human brain develops from the fertilized egg up until birth. There are some surprises along the way, including the fact that we actually have more neurons before we are born than we will ever have again! Links and References: Zero to Birth: How the Human Brain Is Built by William A Harris Please visit http://brainsciencepodcast.com for additional references and episode transcripts. Click here for free transcript...2022-10-281h 08
Brain Science with Ginger Campbell, MD: Neuroscience for EveryoneEmbodied Cognition in Education with Sheila Macrine and Jennifer FugateThis month's episode is a discussion with the editors of a fascinating new book Movement Matters: How Embodied Cognition Informs Teaching and Learning. We explore how embodied cognition challenges long standing dualist approaches to both cognition and learning. Sheila Macrine and Jennifer Fugate also share some of the innovative approaches that improve both how we teach and how we learn. Links and References: Movement Matters: How Embodied Cognition Informs Teaching and Learning edited by Sheila L. Macrine and Jennifer M.B. Fugate Recent episodes about Embodied Cognition: BS 193 What does it mean to say the Mind...2022-09-231h 18
Brain Science with Ginger Campbell, MD: Neuroscience for EveryoneEmotion and Culture with Batja MesquitaThis month's episode is an interview with Batja Mesquita, author of "Between Us: How Cultures Create Emotions." This is an important book because it describes the evidence that Emotions are not just something people experience "from the inside out," but they also occur between people, which means that culture plays a critical role. We also explore why it is important to appreciate why people from from different cultures may experience emotions in surprisingly different ways. Links and References: Between Us: How Cultures Create Emotions by Batja Mesquita Follow her on Twitter: @batjamesquita How Emotions Are Made: T...2022-08-261h 02
Brain Science with Ginger Campbell, MD: Neuroscience for EveryoneEmbodied Cognition with Evan ThompsonThis month's episode of Brain Science is a free encore playing of my interview with Evan Thompson about his book Mind in Life: Biology, Phenomenology, and the Sciences of Mind. We discuss how the enactive approach to embodied cognition offers potential clues to the mystery of how the brain can generate Consciousness. A free episode transcript is also available. This is the 2nd of two free encore episodes that are being shared to give listeners a taste of the diverse content available to Premium subscribers. Premium subscribers have access to over 100 additional episodes of Brain Science along...2022-07-2256 min
Brain Science with Ginger Campbell, MD: Neuroscience for EveryoneFrank Amthor: Neuroscience and Neurobiology for DummiesThis month's episode of Brain Science features an encore playing of my interview with Dr. Frank Amthor, author of Neuroscience for Dummies and Neurobiology for Dummies. It is a great episode for newbies and will be a good review for longtime listeners. This is a FREE sample of my Premium content and the episode transcript is also FREE. Links and References: Essentials of Modern Neuroscience by Franklin Amthor, W. Anne Burton Theibert, David Standaert, and Erik Roberson Neurobiology For Dummies by Frank Amthor Neuroscience For Dummies, 2nd Ed. by Frank Amthor Please visit http...2022-06-201h 03
Brain Science with Ginger Campbell, MD: Neuroscience for EveryoneHakwan Lau "In Consciousness we Trust"This month's episode of Brain Science is an interview with Hakwan Lau, author of In Consciousness we Trust: The Cognitive Neuroscience of Subjective Experience. Lau talks about shortcomings in current theories about how the brain generates consciousness, but he also introduces something he calls perceptual reality monitoring. Although this is a somewhat technical discussion it is accessible to listeners who are new to the neuroscience of consciousness. Links and References: In Consciousness we Trust: The Cognitive Neuroscience of Subjective Experience by Hakwan Lau Hakwan Lau's Lab at UCLA Please visit http://brainsciencepodcast.com for a...2022-05-2756 min
Brain Science with Ginger Campbell, MD: Neuroscience for EveryoneNeuroscience of Emotion with David J AndersonThis month's episode is an interview with David J Anderson from Cal Tech. We talk about his new book The Nature of the Beast: How Emotions Guide US. We talk about how emotion CAN be studied in animals by using methods that focus on brain states rather than verbal descriptions. Dr. Anderson also explains why this experimental work is essential to developing more effective treatment of mental illnesses. This episode is a follow up to my discussion of The Neuroscience of Emotion: A New Synthesis by Ralph Adolphs and David J. Anderson in BS 151 (2018) Links...2022-04-221h 11
Brain Science with Ginger Campbell, MD: Neuroscience for EveryoneMary-France O'Conner, author of "The Grieving Brain"The neuroscience of grief and grieving is a relatively new field, but one that offers practical discoveries for people of all backgrounds. This month we talk with Mary-Frances O’Connor, author of The Grieving Brain: The Surprising Science of How we Learn from Love and Loss. We talk about what has been learned from a variety of approaches, including both brain imaging and, surprisingly even from animal studies. We learn why it is so hard for our brains to accept the loss of a loved one and this work offers hope for helping those who struggle with pr...2022-03-2554 min
Brain Science with Ginger Campbell, MD: Neuroscience for EveryoneWhat does it mean to say "Mind is Embodied?"In this month's episode of Brain Science I explore two big picture questions: What does it mean to claim that the Mind is "embodied?" and How does this change our understanding of our place in the world? The conversation was inspired by the book "Out of the Cave: A Natural Philosophy of Mind and Knowing" by Mark L Johnson and Donald M Tucker. This episode builds on several previous discussions of "embodied cognition" so it might be challenging to newer listeners. I have included a list of these earlier episodes below. Links and References:...2022-02-2517 min
Brain Science with Ginger Campbell, MD: Neuroscience for EveryoneNina Kraus author of "Of Sound Mind: How Our Brain Constructs a Meaningful Sonic World"This month's episode of Brain Science is an interview with Nina Kraus, author of "Of Sound Mind: How Our Brain Constructs a Meaningful Sonic World." Dr. Kraus has spent 30 years exploring how the brain processes sound. We explore why sound processing involves much more that just the auditory cortex as well how the sounds we experience change our brains, both for better and for worse. Links and References: Of Sound Mind: How Our Brain Constructs a Meaningful Sonic World by Nina Kraus Nina Kraus, PhD, Northwestern University BrainVolts website Please visit http://brainsciencepodcast.com for additional...2022-01-2853 min
Brain Science with Ginger Campbell, MD: Neuroscience for EveryoneBrain Science 15th Annual Review EpisodeThis is our 15th annual review episode, which highlights the guests and key ideas we have shared in 2021. Interviews included return visits from Jeff Hawkins and David Eagleman. New guests including Anil Seth and Antonio Damasio, who both emphasized the importance of our bodies (not just our brains) in understanding Consciousness. Available soon: Free Transcript! Full Episode List: BS 180 Bruce Goldstein, author of The Mind: Consciousness, Prediction, and the Brain BS 181 Sir Simon Baron-Cohen, author of The Pattern Seekers: How Autism Drives Human Invention BS 182 Iris Berent, author of...2021-12-221h 20
Brain Science with Ginger Campbell, MD: Neuroscience for EveryoneHow our Brain gets things done with David BadreThis month's episode of Brain Science features David Badre, author of "On Task: How Our Brain Gets Things Done." He gives us an overview of recent research in the field of cognitive control, which has has actually overturned some popular assumptions about things like willpower. Our focus is on the practical implications of this research. Links and References: On Task: How Our Brain Gets Things Done by David Badre David Badre, PhD, Professor at Brown University Please visit http://brainsciencepodcast.com for additional references and episode transcripts. Please Visit Our Sponsors: AAN: Neurology M...2021-11-2456 min
Brain Science with Ginger Campbell, MD: Neuroscience for EveryoneAntonio Damasio, author of "Feeling and Knowing"Neurologist and best-selling author Antonio Damasio is one of our most requested guests. This month we finally had the opportunity to talk about his newest book "Feeling & Knowing: Making Minds Conscious," which he explained is somewhat different from his previous efforts. His goal was to write something "briefer" and more accessible. Thus it is definitely a book that requires no background in neuroscience. The key theme is that feelings and emotions are foundational aspects of Consciousness. Links and References: Feeling & Knowing: Making Minds Conscious by Antonio Damasio Self Comes to Mind by Antonio Damasio...2021-10-2952 min
Brain Science with Ginger Campbell, MD: Neuroscience for EveryoneAnil Seth, author of "Being You: A New Science of Consciousness"BS 188 features neuroscientist Anil Seth discussing his new book "Being You: A New Science of Consciousness." We have had many guests talk about consciousness, but Seth represents the newer generation who have actually been able to devote their careers to this fundamental question: How does the brain generate conscious experience. His perspective is both practical and illuminating. Links and References: Being You: A New Science of Consciousness by Anil Seth Making up the Mind: How the Brain Creates Our Mental World by Chris Frith (BSP 57) See also the recent Brain Science series on Consciousness: BS 160-163...2021-09-241h 14
Graying Rainbows Coming Out LGBT+ Later in LifeRae McDaniel: Gender Transitions CoachThis episode of Graying Rainbows features Gender Transition Coach Rae McDaniel. She shares her own story and her passion for helping clients of all ages. Rae's Websites: Practical Audacity Genderfck: The Club Other References: Transgender History by Susan Stryker (GR 12) Unbound: Transgender Men and the Remaking of Identity by Arlene Stiene (GR 27) Announcements: Sign up for the FREE Graying Rainbows Newsletter Or Text GRAYINGRAINBOWS to 33777 Send email to grayingrainbows@gmail.com or post voice feedback at http://speakpipe.com/docartemis. You can now support Graying Rainbows via Patreon at http://patreon.com/gray...2021-09-0342 min
Brain Science with Ginger Campbell, MD: Neuroscience for EveryoneDavid Eagleman on his new book "LiveWired"BS 187 features bestselling author and neuroscientist David Eagleman. We talk about his latest book "Livewired: The Inside Story of the Ever-Changing Brain." It is a great overview of the current science of brain plasticity appropriate for both new listeners and longtime fans. Links and References: Livewired: The Inside Story of the Ever-Changing Brain by David Eagleman More from David Eagleman author website at https://eagleman.com Incognito: The Secret Lives of the Brain by David Eagleman (interviewed in BSP 75: see extras in the mobile app) The Brain (PBS, DVD) The Brain: The Story of You by D...2021-08-2752 min
Brain Science with Ginger Campbell, MD: Neuroscience for EveryoneMark Humphries, author of "The Spike: An Epic Journey Through the Brain in 2.1 Seconds"This month's episode features Mark Humphries, author of "The Spike: An Epic Journey Through the Brain in 2.1 Seconds." We explore how the brain uses electrical signaling in surprising ways, beginning with a look at how an action potential (aka. "the spike") is produced. Then we consider what Humphries calls "the dark neurons," which are neurons that rarely generate spikes. We explore their role and also how it relates to the brain's spontaneous activity. One of the more surprising recent discoveries in neuroscience is that most of the brain's activity does not appear to be caused by external stimuli. It...2021-07-2348 min
Brain Science with Ginger Campbell, MD: Neuroscience for EveryoneStephen Fleming on "the neuroscience of self-awareness"This month's episode of Brain Science is an interview with Dr. Stephen Fleming, author of "Know Thyself: The Science of Self-Awareness." We explore the concept of metacognition and learn that while explicit metacognition (thinking about thinking) may be unique to humans, it is built on building blocks shared with other species. We also explore what can go wrong and why it matters. Special Offer: sign up for free newsletter and get a Free Gift Links and References: Know Thyself: The Science of Self-Awareness by Stephen M Fleming Making up the Mind: How the Brain...2021-06-251h 22
Graying Rainbows Coming Out LGBT+ Later in LifeRetired Brig General David Cotton embraces his LGBT+ identityRetired Air Force Brig. General David Cotton shares his story of coming out LGBT+ after leaving his military career. He struggled with depression and with ending his marriage, but he shares how he learned how to embrace vulnerability and discovered new ways to connect with others. Links and Resources: Don't miss Dr. Ginger Campbell's Zoom presentation to the First Friday Breakfast Club: https://www.ffbciowa.org/speakers/ Books: Daring Greatly: How the Courage to Be Vulnerable Transforms the Way We Live, Love, Parent, and Lead by Brené Brown Radical Compassion: Learning to Love Yourself and Your Wo...2021-06-0459 min
Brain Science with Ginger Campbell, MD: Neuroscience for EveryoneMark Solms, author of "The Hidden Spring: A Journey to the Source of Consciousness"In this month's episode of Brain Science, neuroscientist Mark Solms talks about his new book "The Hidden Spring: A Journey to the Origins of Consciousness." Solms was inspired by the pioneering work of Jaak Panksepp who argued that the origins of consciousness can be traced to the brainstem. In his new book Solms presents the evidence for this viewpoint and explains how the work of computational neuroscientist Karl Friston has provided additional support. We consider the implications for our understanding of both human consciousness and our appreciation for the consciousness of other animals. Links and References:...2021-05-281h 09
Brain Science with Ginger Campbell, MD: Neuroscience for EveryoneJeff Hawkins, author of "A Thousand Brains: A New Theory of Intelligence"Jeff Hawkins has spent nearly twenty years on a quest to discover how the brain's cortex generates intelligence. In this episode he talks about his new book A Thousand Brains: A New Theory of Intelligence, which describes some of his most recent research in a way that is accessible to readers of all backgrounds. Links and References: A Thousand Brains: A New Theory of Intelligence by Jeff Hawkins Detailed References on Numenta website Please visit http://brainsciencepodcast.com for additonal references and episode transcripts. Please Visit Our Sponsors TextExpander at textexpander.com/podcast 2021-04-231h 03
Brain Science with Ginger Campbell, MD: Neuroscience for EveryoneIris Berent: author of "The Blind Storyteller: How We Reason About Human Nature"This month's episode of Brain Science features Iris Berent, author of "The Blind Storyteller: How We Reason About Human Nature." We explore how our deeply entrenched biases toward dualism and essentialism impact our attitudes toward neuroscience and toward problems like mental illness. Links and References: The Blind Storyteller: How We Reason About Human Nature by Iris Berent A Skeptic's Guide to the Mind: What Neuroscience Can and Cannot Tell Us About Ourselves by Robert Burton In BS 96 Dr. Burton raised similar issues to those mentioned in this episode Iris Berent at Northeastern University: publications Please visit...2021-03-261h 01
Graying Rainbows Coming Out LGBT+ Later in LifeFormer Minister Nathan Hall Shares His JourneyIn this episode of Graying Rainbows former minister Nathan Hall shares what happened when he was outed without warning. It is an inspiring story of strength and resilience. Recommended Reading: God and the Gay Christian: The Biblical Case in Support of Same-Sex Relationships by Matthew Vines UnClobber: Rethinking Our Misuse of the Bible on Homosexuality by Colby Martin What the Bible Really Says About Homosexuality by Daniel A. Helminiak, PhD Announcements: Mark your calendar for June 16, 2020: That's when the 2nd edition of Dr. Campbell's book Are You Sure? The Unconscious Origins of Certainty...2021-03-0548 min
Brain Science with Ginger Campbell, MD: Neuroscience for EveryoneSir Simon Baron-Cohen, author of "The Pattern Seekers: How Autism Drives Human Invention"This month's episode of Brain Science features Sir Simon Baron-Cohen, one of the world's leading researchers on the neuroscience of autism. We discuss his latest book "The Pattern Seekers: How Autism Drives Human Invention." This book reminds us that many different kinds of science can enrich our lives and our understanding of what it means to be human. Sir Baron-Cohen explores the overlap between the human ability to invent and experiment and the condition that is currently called autism. Autism is often seen as a deficit in social cognition or empathy, but Baron-Cohen shows convincingly that there is a...2021-02-2644 min
Brain Science with Ginger Campbell, MD: Neuroscience for EveryoneE Bruce Goldstein, author of "The Mind: Consciousness, Prediction, and the Brain"This month's episode of Brain Science is an interview with neuroscientists E. Bruce Goldstein, author of "The Mind: Consciousness, Prediction, and the Brain." We review some key ideas about how the brain creates the Mind, the important role of unconscious processes and prediction. It is a great starter episode for new listeners and a concise review for longtime fans. Links and References: The Mind: Consciousness, Prediction, and the Brain by E. Bruce Goldstein Author website Please visit http://brainsciencepodcast.com for additonal references and episode transcripts. Please Visit Our Sponsors: Text Expander at textexpander.c...2021-01-2259 min
Graying Rainbows Coming Out LGBT+ Later in LifeNick McKenney from the Gay Coaches AllianceThis month's episode of Graying Rainbows features Nick McKenney from the Gay Coaches Alliance. Nick came out 10 years ago when he was 63 years old and his first words for those of you who are struggling is that "it will get better." Email Dr. Campbell at grayingrainbows@gmail.com if you want to learn more about Nick's coaching. Announcements: Sign up for the FREE Graying Rainbows Newsletter Or Text GRAYINGRAINBOWS to 33777 Send email to grayingrainbows@gmail.com or post voice feedback at http://speakpipe.com/docartemis. You can now support Graying Rainbows via Patreon at http...2021-01-0138 min
Brain Science with Ginger Campbell, MD: Neuroscience for EveryoneBrain Science's 14th Annual Review EpisodeIt's time for our 14th Annual Review Episode! Despite the challenges of 2020, it has been an outstanding year for Brain Science: the show passed 11 million downloads and Dr. Campbell released of second edition of Are You Sure? The Unconscious Origins of Certainty. This episode is also a great introduction for new listeners. It can be enjoyed even if you haven’t listened to the episodes being discussed. A free transcript is also available for this episode. Here is a list of this year's episodes: BS 165 (encore) Stephen L. Macknik and Susana Martinez-Conde, authors of Slei...2020-12-2551 min
Graying Rainbows Coming Out LGBT+ Later in LifeDr. Tony KayeThis month's episode of Graying Rainbows features retired UK physician Tony Kaye. He shares his journey including some of the new challenges created by the COVID 19 pandemic. Announcements: Sign up for the FREE Graying Rainbows Newsletter Or Text GRAYINGRAINBOWS to 33777 Send email to grayingrainbows@gmail.com or post voice feedback at http://speakpipe.com/docartemis. You can now support Graying Rainbows via Patreon at http://patreon.com/grayingrainbows Dr. Campbell's book Are You Sure? The Unconscious Origins of Certainty is now available both as paperback and ebook. Connect on Social Media: Twitter: @GrayingR Facebook...2020-12-041h 00
Brain Science with Ginger Campbell, MD: Neuroscience for EveryoneExploring Neural Design with Peter SterlingThis month's episode of Brain Science features neuroscientist Peter Sterling sharing the key ideas for his new book What Is Health? Allostasis and the Evolution of Human Design. In recent years neuroscientists have developed a growing appreciation of the predictive functions of the brain. Sterling takes this principle to the next level by asking what this means for human health. He argues that medicine's traditional focus on homeostasis ignores the much larger role of what he calls allostasis, which is a word he actually coined many years ago to capture the idea that the brain's predictive function is critical t...2020-11-2721 min
Brain Science with Ginger Campbell, MD: Neuroscience for EveryoneBS 177 Bernaard Baars with David EdelemanBernard Baars is a pioneer in the neuroscience of consciousness. He first proposed Global Workspace Theory back in 1980, which was before consciousness was considered an acceptable topic of scientific research. His approach inspired others including the current Global Neuronal Workspace Theory, which I discussed briefly in episode 160. This episode is an interview with Dr. Baars that focuses on his most recent book On Consciousness. He is joined by his colleague David Edelman. Links and References: ON CONSCIOUSNESS: Science & Subjectivity - Updated Works on Global Workspace Theory by Bernard J. Baars On Consciousness podcast: on YouTube The...2020-10-2357 min
Brain Science with Ginger Campbell, MD: Neuroscience for EveryoneBernaard Baars with David EdelemanBernard Baars is a pioneer in the neuroscience of consciousness. He first proposed Global Workspace Theory back in 1980, which was before consciousness was considered an acceptable topic of scientific research. His approach inspired others including the current Global Neuronal Workspace Theory, which I discussed briefly in episode 160. This episode is an interview with Dr. Baars that focuses on his most recent book On Consciousness. He is joined by his colleague David Edelman. Links and References: ON CONSCIOUSNESS: Science & Subjectivity - Updated Works on Global Workspace Theory by Bernard J. Baars On Consciousness podcast: on YouTube The...2020-10-2357 min
Graying Rainbows Coming Out LGBT+ Later in LifeLou Poulain: Coming out after 60In this month's episode of Graying Rainbows listener Lou Poulain shares his story of coming out in his sixties. Books and Episodes Mentioned: GR 31 with Kristin Kalbli of the Straight Spouses Network The Gay Revolution: The Story of the Struggle by Lillian Faderman (2016). Faderman was interviewed in GR 1. Right Side of History: 100 Years of LGBTQI Activism by Adrian Brooks (2015). The Stonewall Reader by the New York Public Library (2019). When We Rise: My Life in the Movement by Cleve Jones (2016). Harvey Milk: His Lives and Death by Lillian Faderman (2019). Discussed with Faderman in GR 14. Additional Links:...2020-10-0255 min
Brain Science with Ginger Campbell, MD: Neuroscience for EveryoneSeth Grant on Synapse ComplexityThis is my fifth interview with molecular biologist and neuroscientist Dr. Seth Grant from The University of Edinburgh. Dr. Grant was recently recognized for his pioneering work by the Federation of European Neuroscientists. He continues to make fundamental discoveries about the structure and function of the synapse and this month we discuss the discovery that synapse complexity and diversity is greater than expected, along with the implications of these discoveries. Links and References: Seth Grant: University of Edinburgh FENS EJN Award 2020 Cizeron M, Qiu Z, Koniaris B, et al. A brainwide atlas of synapses across the mou...2020-09-251h 26
Brain Science with Ginger Campbell, MD: Neuroscience for EveryoneCarol Tavris co-author of "Mistakes Were Made (but Not by Me): Why We Justify Foolish Beliefs, Bad Decisions, and Hurtful Acts"This extremely timely episode of Brain Science features an interview with Dr. Carol Tavris, co-author of the newly released third edition of Mistakes Were Made (but Not by Me): Why We Justify Foolish Beliefs, Bad Decisions, and Hurtful Acts. Cognitive Dissonance was actually discovered back in 1956 and it is one of the most well-replicated phenomena in experimental psychology. It also impacts many aspects of our lives, including politics, which is why I am grateful to have Dr. Tavris back on the podcast to help us explore this fascinating, but also disturbing topic. Links and References: Mistakes W...2020-08-281h 03
Graying Rainbows Coming Out LGBT+ Later in LifeMichael CrumplerThis month's episode of Graying Rainbows features Reverend Michael Crumpler who is the Director for LGBTQ and Multicultural Programs for the Unitarian Universalist Association (UUA). He shares the story of how he was able to realize his dream of being a Christian minister AFTER coming out as LGBT+. We also discuss some of the unique challenges he faced as a black man, who happens to be Gay. Links and References: Michael Crumpler Michael's UUA Blog Moonlight: a movie about a young African American male coming of age Are You Sure? The Unconscious Origins of Certainty by V...2020-08-0746 min
Brain Science with Ginger Campbell, MD: Neuroscience for EveryoneGeorg Northoff explores "The Spontaneous Brain"BS 174 is an interview with neuroscientist and philosopher Georg Northoff about his fascinating book "The Spontaneous Brain: From the Mind–Body to the World–Brain Problem." We explore the significance of the growing evidence that most of the brain's activity occurs independently of external stimuli with a focus on the implications of this finding for our understanding of how the brain generates consciousness. Links and References: The Spontaneous Brain: From the Mind–Body to the World–Brain Problem by Georg Northoff The Brain from Inside Out by György Buzsáki (BS 172) Surfing Uncertainty: Prediction, Action, and the Emb...2020-07-241h 11
Graying Rainbows Coming Out LGBT+ Later in LifeJenn T Grace from Publish Your Purpose PressThis extra episode of Graying Rainbows is an interview with author and entrepreneur Jenn T Grace. Jenn is the founder of Publish Your Purpose Press and her latest book is called "House on Fire: Finding Resilience, Hope, and Purpose in the Ashes." If you have ever wanted to write a book, you won't want to miss this episode. Links and References: Jenn T Grace: https://jenntgrace.com Publish Your Purpose Press: many free resources House on Fire: Finding Resilience, Hope, and Purpose in the Ashes by Jenn T. Grace Cracked Open - Never Broken: A Memoir...2020-07-1748 min
Graying Rainbows Coming Out LGBT+ Later in LifeTress Ahles shares "the Messy Middle"GR 38 features educator Tress Ahles who courageously shares her ongoing coming out journey, including the tension between the joys of embracing her true identity and guilt about the impact on those she loves. Links and References: To get the free Graying Rainbows Newsletter click here or text grayingrainbows to 33777. Are You Sure? The Unconscious Origins of Certainty by Virginia "Ginger" Campbell, MD Dr. Campbell's interview on The Out Entrepreneur with Rhodes Perry (GR 9) Look for upcoming interview on Life Un-closeted with Rick Clemons (GR 4) Announcements: Please buy the 2nd edition of Dr. Campbell's...2020-07-0335 min
Brain Science with Ginger Campbell, MD: Neuroscience for EveryoneBS 173 Exploring the Unconscious Origins Of CertaintyIn this special episode of Brain Science host Dr Ginger Campbell reads an excerpt from her bestseller "Are You Sure? The Unconscious Origin of Certainty." While it might seem ironic to talk about certainty during these extremely uncertain times, understanding how our brain generates the feeling of knowing or certainty is actually more relevant than ever.2020-06-261h 07
Brain Science with Ginger Campbell, MD: Neuroscience for EveryoneExploring the Unconscious Origins of CertaintyIn this special episode of Brain Science host Dr Ginger Campbell reads an excerpt from her bestseller "Are You Sure? The Unconscious Origin of Certainty." While it might seem ironic to talk about certainty during these extremely uncertain times, understanding how our brain generates the feeling of knowing or certainty is actually more relevant than ever. Are You Sure? The Unconscious Origins of Certainty is based on several early episodes of Brain Science and highlights the work of retired neurologist Dr. Robert Burton. Both physicians are fascinated by the surprising discovery that most of what our brain...2020-06-261h 07
Graying Rainbows Coming Out LGBT+ Later in LifeWilliam Smith founder of "Gay Life After 40"This month's guest William Smith founded the long-running website gaylifeafter40.com and several related groups on Facebook. We go beyond his personal coming out story as he shares the lessons he has learned from helping other gay men come out "later in life." Although his work focuses on gay men, these lessons can remind us all of the power of helping others. Links and References: Gay Life After 40: http://www.gaylifeafter40.com/ The Gay Life After 40 Mastermind Summit Loren Olson: GR2 and GR 7 Finally Out: Letting Go of Living Straight by Loren A. Olson, MD AARP: a s...2020-06-0542 min
Brain Science with Ginger Campbell, MD: Neuroscience for Everyone"The Brain from the Inside Out" with György BuzsákiIn this episode I talk with neuroscientist György Buzsáki about his new book The Brain from Inside Out. We explore how abandoning what he calls the "Outside In" approach to understanding the brain can lead to surprising new insights. Links and References: Buzsaki's Lab The Brain from Inside Out by György Buzsáki MD PhD Rhythms of the Brain by György Buzsáki (BSP 31) Please visit http://brainsciencepodcast.com for additional references and episode transcripts. Please Visit Our Sponsors: The Great Courses Plus: https://www.thegreatcoursesplus.com/ginger TextExp...2020-05-221h 11
Brain Science with Ginger Campbell, MD: Neuroscience for EveryoneBS 172 "The Brain from the Inside Out" with György BuzsákiIn this episode I talk with neuroscientist György Buzsáki about his new book The Brain from Inside Out. We explore how abandoning what he calls the "Outside In" approach to understanding the brain can lead to surprising new insights. Links and References: Buzsaki's Lab The Brain from Inside Out by György Buzsáki MD PhD Rhythms of the Brain by György Buzsáki (BSP 31) Please visit http://brainsciencepodcast.com for additional references and episode transcripts. Please Visit Our Sponsors: The Great Courses Plus: https://www.thegreatcoursesplus.com/ginger TextExp...2020-05-221h 11
Brain Science with Ginger Campbell, MD: Neuroscience for EveryoneMatthew Cobb, author of "The Idea of the Brain"This episode of Brain Science is an interview with neuroscientist Matthew Cobb author of "The Idea of the Brain: The Past and Future of Neuroscience." Cobb approaches the history of neuroscience from a different perspective than previous writers. He writes from the perspective of a working scientist with a deep interest in the history of ideas and the interaction between science and culture. This approach makes for a fascinating discussion. Through out history assumptions about the brain have been influenced by both culture and contemporary science. For example, before the discovery of electricity it was...2020-04-241h 12
Books and Ideas with Dr. Ginger CampbellDavid Shariatmadari, author of "Don't Believe a Word: The Surprising Truth About Language"This episode of Books and Ideas is an interview with David Shariatmadari author of "Don't Believe a Word: The Surprising Truth About Language." We explore some of the common myths about language. This includes a follow up of our recent discussion on Brain Science about the evidence against the assumption that language is an instinctive. Links and References: Don't Believe a Word: The Surprising Truth About Language by David Shariatmadari Cognitive Gadgets: The Cultural Evolution of Thinking by Cecilia Heyes Interviewed in Brain Science 168 Pullum, GK and Schultz, BC, (2002) Empirical assessment of stimulus of poverty arguments...2020-04-1737 min
Books and Ideas with Dr. Ginger CampbellJeremy Sherman, author of "Neither Ghost or Machine"Several years ago I interviewed Terrence Deacon about his fascinating book Incomplete Nature: How Mind Emerged from Matter. His goal was to propose a theory of how purpose evolved in a universe without purpose. His argument was persuasive, but highly technical. In this month’s episode of Books and Ideas I interview his longtime colleague Jeremy Sherman. His book Neither Ghost nor Machine: The Emergence and Nature of Selves makes Deacon’s ideas highly accessible to a wider audience. Join us as we explore the question: How did purpose arise from a purposeless universe? (Hint: the answer is not superna...2020-03-151h 19
Brain Science with Ginger Campbell, MD: Neuroscience for EveryoneGlial Cells with Doug Fields (Encore)This episode is an exploration of glial cells with R Douglas Fields, author of "The Other Brain: The Scientific and Medical Breakthroughs That Will Heal Our Brains and Revolutionize Our Health." Glial Cells outnumber the neurons in our nervous system, but until the last few years they were thought to merely support cells. Dr. Fields takes us through the discovery that they have their own signaling methods and are much more important than we ever imagined. This interview first aired in 2010, but Dr. Fields reviewed the original transcript and made no significant corrections. What was once controversial...2020-03-1359 min
Brain Science with Ginger Campbell, MD: Neuroscience for EveryoneNeuroscientist Stanislas Dehaene explores "How We Learn"This is an interview with Stanislas Dehaene about his new book How We Learn: Why Brains Learn Better Than Any Machine . . . for Now. According to neuroscientist Dehaene neuroscience has revealed that human babies are incredible "learning machines" whose abilities exceed those of the best current artificial intelligence. We explore why this is so and how this information could be used to help learners (and teachers) of all ages. Links and References: How We Learn: Why Brains Learn Better Than Any Machine . . . for Now by Stanislas Dehaene Visit http://brainsciencepodcast.com for additional references and episode transcripts. ...2020-02-141h 06
Brain Science with Ginger Campbell, MD: Neuroscience for EveryoneNeuroscientist Stephen Macknik talks about creating artificial visionBrain Science 166 features the return of neuroscientist Stephen Macknik. We talk about his recent work that is focused on developing a new visual prosthesis based on recent discoveries and techniques like optogenetics. This episode is more technical than usual but Dr. Macknik makes the material accessible to all listeners. Links and References: http://macknik.neuralcorrelate.com YouTube video: https://youtu.be/TiA1W1OnU9c Please visit http://brainsciencepodcast.com for additional references and episode transcripts. Please Visit Our Sponsor: The Great Courses Plus: http://thegreatcoursesplus.com/ginger Announcements:2020-01-241h 09
Brain Science with Ginger Campbell, MD: Neuroscience for EveryoneStephen Macknik and Susana Martinez-Conde talk about Magic and the BrainThis episode is an encore presentation of an interview with neuroscientists Stephen L. Macknik and Susana Martinez-Conde. We talk about their international bestseller "Sleights of Mind: What the Neuroscience of Magic Reveals about Our Everyday Deceptions." Macknik and Martinez-Conde are neuroscientists who study vision, but several years ago they had the innovative idea of collaborating with magicians to explore how their use of both visual and cognitive illusions reveals secrets about how our brains work. This may sound esoteric, but it has practical consequences, especially for making sound decisions in our complex world. I will...2020-01-1038 min
Brain Science with Ginger Campbell, MD: Neuroscience for EveryoneChristof Koch explores the Neuroscience of ConsciousnessChristof Koch returns to Brain Science for the 3rd time and in this episode he shares his new book The Feeling of Life Itself: Why Consciousness Is Widespread but Can't Be Computed. He tells us why he doesn't think the Neural Correlates of Consciousness (NCC) are enough to explain subjective experience and he gives us a brief overview of the Integrated Information Theory (IIT) of Consciousness. Links and References: Please visit http://brainsciencepodcast.com for references and episode transcripts. Please Visit Our Sponsors: TextExpander @http://textexpander.com/podcast BetterHelp @http://betterhelp.com/ginger ...2019-11-2259 min
Brain Science with Ginger Campbell, MD: Neuroscience for EveryoneBS 163 Christof Koch on the Integrated Information Theory of ConsciousnessChristof Koch returns to Brain Science for the 3rd time and in this episode he shares his new book The Feeling of Life Itself: Why Consciousness Is Widespread but Can't Be Computed. He tells us why he doesn't think the Neural Correlates of Consciousness (NCC) are enough to explain subjective experience and he gives us a brief overview of the Integrated Information Theory (IIT) of Consciousness. Links and References: Please visit http://brainsciencepodcast.com for references and episode transcripts. Please Visit Our Sponsors: TextExpander @http://textexpander.com/podcast BetterHelp @http://betterhelp.com/ginger ...2019-11-2259 min
Books and Ideas with Dr. Ginger CampbellGinger Campbell Reflects on 13 Years of PodcastingThis episode is an adapted version of the talk I gave last week at the first annual She Podcasts Live event, which was held October 10-13, 2019, in Atlanta, Georgia. I was asked to share my experience of podcasting "through life's rollercoaster." This gave me a chance to reflect on what I have learned over the last 13 years. Though the talk was originally aimed at podcasters, I have adapted it for a general audience.2019-10-1532 minBrain Science with Ginger Campbell, MD: Neuroscience for EveryoneNeuroscience of ConsciousnessThis month's episode is the beginning a four part series about the Neuroscience of Consciousness. This month I am discussing and comparing the ideas from several recent books on the subject in preparation for several upcoming interviews on the subject. Many people consider consciousness to be the biggest mystery of all, but in this episode we explore how progress has been made in unraveling the ultimate "mystery of how our brain makes us human." Books featured in BS 160 (listed in the order cited): Consciousness and the Brain: Deciphering How the Brain Codes Our Thoughts by Stanislas D...2019-08-231h 27
Brain Science with Ginger Campbell, MD: Neuroscience for EveryoneBS 160 Neuroscience of ConsciousnessThis month's episode is the beginning a four part series about the Neuroscience of Consciousness. This month I am discussing and comparing the ideas from several recent books on the subject in preparation for several upcoming interviews on the subject. Many people consider consciousness to be the biggest mystery of all, but in this episode we explore how progress has been made in unraveling the ultimate "mystery of how our brain makes us human." Books featured in BS 160 (listed in the order cited): Consciousness and the Brain: Deciphering How the Brain Codes Our Thoughts by Stanislas D...2019-08-231h 27
Graying Rainbows Coming Out LGBT+ Later in LifeWhy come out NOW?In this episode Dr. Ginger Campbell explores the pros and cons of coming out LGBT+ at this particular moment in history. We consider the unique challenges facing those who are coming out "Later in Life" along with the unique opportunities this choice represents. The decision to come out is both personal and political, but Dr. Campbell argues that coming out at this particular time includes taking a stand against hatred and bigotry. Links and References: Visit the Graying Rainbows website: http://grayingrainbows.com Recommended podcast: Queerology: a podcast about Belief and Being with Matthias Roberts. ...2019-03-1824 min
Books and Ideas with Dr. Ginger CampbellJonathan Losos: experimental evolutionary biologyBooks and Ideas is back with an interview of Jonathan Losos, author of Improbable Destinies: Fate, Chance, and the Future of Evolution. This fascinating book reveals the surprising world of experimental evolutionary biology. We explore how experiments both in the laboratory and in the wild are answering long-standing questions about how evolution works. Links and References: Improbable Destinies: Fate, Chance, and the Future of Evolution by Jonathan B. Losos Wonderful Life: The Burgess Shale and the Nature of History by Stephen Jay Gould Z.D. Blount, Lenski, R.E., and Losos, JB. 2018. "Contingency and determinism in e...2019-02-1557 min
Brain Science with Ginger Campbell, MD: Neuroscience for EveryoneTwelfth Annual Review of NeuroscienceBS 152 is our 12th annual review episode. In 2018 nine new books were featured and the subjects covered included memory, peri-personal cells, creativity, language, reading, the cerebral mystique, synapses, happiness, emotion and work of Eve Marder. We had 4 new guests and 4 returning guests along with an encore interview with Dr. Eve Marder. This episode includes highlights from all 11 episodes that were released between January and November 2018. Go to http://brainsciencepodcast.com for complete show notes and episode transcripts. Please visit our sponsor: http:thegreatcoursesplus.com/ginger2018-12-2832 min
Brain Science with Ginger Campbell, MD: Neuroscience for EveryoneBS 152 Twelfth Annual Review EpisodeBS 152 is our 12th annual review episode. In 2018 nine new books were featured and the subjects covered included memory, peri-personal cells, creativity, language, reading, the cerebral mystique, synapses, happiness, emotion and work of Eve Marder. We had 4 new guests and 4 returning guests along with an encore interview with Dr. Eve Marder. This episode includes highlights from all 11 episodes that were released between January and November 2018. Go to http://brainsciencepodcast.com for complete show notes and episode transcripts. Please visit our sponsor: http:thegreatcoursesplus.com/ginger2018-12-2832 min
Graying Rainbows Coming Out LGBT+ Later in LifeHost Ginger Campbell shares her storyIn Episode 6 of Graying Rainbows, host Dr. Ginger Campbell shares her personal story of coming out at age 60. This occurred after the unexpected death of her husband of 38 years. She also shares her hopes and dreams for Graying Rainbows. We need your feedback and suggestions. You can write to grayingrainbows@gmail.com or leave voice feedback at http://speakpipe.com/docartemis. Please visit our Facebook page and consider leaving a review in iTunes. Graying Rainbows will resume weekly production on December 31, 2018.2018-12-1713 min
Graying Rainbows Coming Out LGBT+ Later in LifeDr. Erica Anderson, pyschologistThis week's guest Dr. Erica Anderson is an experienced psychologist who transitioned in her 50's and now helps transgender and non-binary youth in San Francisco. She shares her personal story but also helps us understand some of the current terminology including the difference between gender and sexuality. Links: Dr. Anderson's website Dr. Anderson's appearance of Swedish TV Gaylesta: The psychotherapist association for gender and sexual diversity You can follow Graying Rainbows on Twitter or Facebook. Please consider joining our private Facebook Group. Send me (Ginger Campbell) email...2018-11-2653 minBrain Science with Ginger Campbell, MD: Neuroscience for EveryoneNeuroscience of EmotionBS 151 is a discussion of The Neuroscience of Emotion: A New Synthesis by Ralph Adolphs and David J. Anderson. We talk about key ideas from the book and relate them to several previous episodes about emotion including interviews with Jaak Panksepp, Lisa Feldman Barrett and Luis Pessoa. Details show notes and episode transcripts will be available in a few days. Please visit our sponsors: The Great Courses Plus Babbel promo code ginger Leave voice feedback via Speakpipe or send email to brainsciencepodcast@gmail.com.2018-11-2139 min
Brain Science with Ginger Campbell, MD: Neuroscience for EveryoneBS 151 Neuroscience of EmotionBS 151 is a discussion of The Neuroscience of Emotion: A New Synthesis by Ralph Adolphs and David J. Anderson. We talk about key ideas from the book and relate them to several previous episodes about emotion including interviews with Jaak Panksepp, Lisa Feldman Barrett and Luis Pessoa. Details show notes and episode transcripts will be available in a few days. Please visit our sponsors: The Great Courses Plus Babbel promo code ginger Leave voice feedback via Speakpipe or send email to brainsciencepodcast@gmail.com.2018-11-2139 min
Graying Rainbows Coming Out LGBT+ Later in LifeIntroduction to Graying RainbowsThis is the introductory trailer for Graying Rainbows: the podcast community for Coming Out LGBT+ Later in Life. Host, Dr. Ginger Campbell, explains why she is launching a new podcast focused on the needs of people coming out later in life. Dr. Campbell has been podcasting since 2006 (Brain Science and Books and Ideas), but this show represents a significant departure from her previous work. Although she will continue to interview authors, there will be a shift toward community building through sharing personal stories. Follow us on Twitter or visit our Facebook Fan Page f...2018-11-0903 min
Brain Science with Ginger Campbell, MD: Neuroscience for EveryoneDean Burnett, author of "Happy Brain"Brain Science 149 is an episode for listeners of all backgrounds. It is an interview with Dr. Dean Burnett, author of Happy Brain: Where Happiness Comes From, and Why. We look beyond the hype about dopamine and consider how our social nature impacts our happiness. Complete show notes and episode transcripts are available at http://brainsciencepodcast.com. Please visit our sponsor: http://thegreatcoursesplus.com/ginger Send feedback to brainsciencepodcast@gmail.com. 2018-09-281h 05
Brain Science with Ginger Campbell, MD: Neuroscience for EveryoneBS 149 "Happy Brain" with Dr. Dean BurnettBrain Science 149 is an episode for listeners of all backgrounds. It is an interview with Dr. Dean Burnett, author of Happy Brain: Where Happiness Comes From, and Why. We look beyond the hype about dopamine and consider how our social nature impacts our happiness. Complete show notes and episode transcripts are available at http://brainsciencepodcast.com. Please visit our sponsor: http://thegreatcoursesplus.com/ginger Send feedback to brainsciencepodcast@gmail.com. 2018-09-281h 06
Brain Science with Ginger Campbell, MD: Neuroscience for EveryoneBS 148 Pioneering neuroscientist Eve MarderBS 148 is the interview with pioneering neuroscientist Dr. Eve Marder, which I originally recorded back in 2009. I am reposting it now as a follow-up to last month's review of Charlotte Nassim's excellent biography Lessons from the Lobster: Eve Marder's Work in Neuroscience. The topics discussed in this interview are just as relevant as they were back then. A highlight of this interview is Dr. Marder's insights into what it was like to be part of the first large cohort of women entering science back in the sixties and seventies. Send feedback about this episode to brainsciencepodcast@gmail.c...2018-08-241h 05Brain Science with Ginger Campbell, MD: Neuroscience for EveryonePioneering Neuroscientist Eve MarderBS 148 is the interview with pioneering neuroscientist Dr. Eve Marder, which I originally recorded back in 2009. I am reposting it now as a follow-up to last month's review of Charlotte Nassim's excellent biography Lessons from the Lobster: Eve Marder's Work in Neuroscience. The topics discussed in this interview are just as relevant as they were back then. A highlight of this interview is Dr. Marder's insights into what it was like to be part of the first large cohort of women entering science back in the sixties and seventies. Send feedback about this episode to brainsciencepodcast@gmail.c...2018-08-241h 04
Brain Science with Ginger Campbell, MD: Neuroscience for EveryoneBS 147: Eve Marder's Life in NeuroscienceBS 147 is a discussion of the new biography Lessons from the Lobster: Eve Marder's Work in Neuroscience by Charlotte Nassim. This is an intellectual biography of one of neuroscientists least know pioneers. Dr. Marder was interviewed on this podcast back in BSP 56, which is also now free to download. In this episode I take you through some of Dr. Marder's key discoveries. Her work is unique because even as a graduate student she was challenging long held assumptions in her field. Although Nassim never mentions it, I strongly believe that Marder deserves a Nobel Prize and I e...2018-07-2747 min
Brain Science with Ginger Campbell, MD: Neuroscience for EveryoneEve Marder's Life in NeuroscienceBS 147 is a discussion of the new biography Lessons from the Lobster: Eve Marder's Work in Neuroscience by Charlotte Nassim. This is an intellectual biography of one of neuroscientists least know pioneers. Dr. Marder was interviewed on this podcast back in BSP 56, which is also now free to download. In this episode I take you through some of Dr. Marder's key discoveries. Her work is unique because even as a graduate student she was challenging long held assumptions in her field. Although Nassim never mentions it, I strongly believe that Marder deserves a Nobel Prize and I e...2018-07-2746 min
Brain Science with Ginger Campbell, MD: Neuroscience for EveryoneBS 146 Alan Jasanoff on The Biological MindThis is an interview with MIT neuroscientist, Dr. Alan Jasanoff about his book The Biological Mind: How Brain, Body, and Environment Collaborate to Make Us Who We Are. We talk about what he calls the "cerebral mystique" and why it is important to remember because the brain is embodied it is not autonomous. The Mind is the result of the interaction of the brain, body, and its environment. Please visit http://brainsciencepodcast.com for full show notes and episode transcripts. Try a free month of The Great Courses Plus at http://thegreatcoursesplus.com/ginger. ...2018-06-2156 min
Brain Science with Ginger Campbell, MD: Neuroscience for EveryoneAlan Jasanoff talks about The Biological MindThis is an interview with MIT neuroscientist, Dr. Alan Jasanoff about his book The Biological Mind: How Brain, Body, and Environment Collaborate to Make Us Who We Are. We talk about what he calls the "cerebral mystique" and why it is important to remember because the brain is embodied it is not autonomous. The Mind is the result of the interaction of the brain, body, and its environment. Please visit http://brainsciencepodcast.com for full show notes and episode transcripts. Try a free month of The Great Courses Plus at http://thegreatcoursesplus.com/ginger. ...2018-06-2155 min
Brain Science with Ginger Campbell, MD: Neuroscience for EveryoneThe Reading Brain with Maryanne WolfBS 145 celebrates the return of Dr. Maryanne Wolf who was featured back in BSP 29 when we talked about her bestseller Proust and the Squid: The Story and Science of the Reading Brain. In this episode we talk about her recent book Tales of Literacy for the 21st Century. Our focus is two-fold. First we consider the implications of the fact that while language is acquired naturally, reading is a cultural invention that must be taught. Second, we explore how the brain is changed by reading and consider the consequences of the shift toward digital media. T...2018-05-2558 min
Brain Science with Ginger Campbell, MD: Neuroscience for EveryoneBS 145 The Reading Brain with Maryanne WolfBS 145 celebrates the return of Dr. Maryanne Wolf who was featured back in BSP 29 when we talked about her bestseller Proust and the Squid: The Story and Science of the Reading Brain. In this episode we talk about her recent book Tales of Literacy for the 21st Century. Our focus is two-fold. First we consider the implications of the fact that while language is acquired naturally, reading is a cultural invention that must be taught. Second, we explore how the brain is changed by reading and consider the consequences of the shift toward digital media. T...2018-05-2558 min
Brain Science with Ginger Campbell, MD: Neuroscience for EveryoneBrain Science highlights from 2017BS 140 is our 11th Annual Review episode. We look back at the highlights from 2017. New listeners will get a good feel for the ideas and guests that appeared, while regular listeners will have a chance to review a few key ideas. This year I also include a few highlights from the 2017 annual meeting of the Society for Neuroscience. Please visit http://brainsciencepodcast.com for detailed show notes and episode transcripts. Listeners can get a free month of access to The Great Courses at http://thegreatcourses.com/ginger Send email feedback to brainsciencepodcast@gmail...2017-12-2249 min
Brain Science with Ginger Campbell, MD: Neuroscience for EveryoneSeth Grant: "The Brain's Genetic Lifespan Calendar"In BS 137 neuroscientist Seth Grant describes his surprising new discovery that brain complexity is controlled by a "genetic lifespan calendar" that determines the timing of brain changes through out the lifespan. We also explore the exciting implications of this discovery. Please visit http://brainsciencepodcast.com for detailed show notes and episode transcripts. Our new sponsor is The Great Courses Plus. For a free month of video streaming and downloads go to http://thegreatcoursesplus.com/ginger. Note for Premium Subscribers: The episode transcript for BS 137 will be released later this week.2017-09-2553 min
Brain Science with Ginger Campbell, MD: Neuroscience for EveryoneBrain Science Podcast Ten Year Anniversary, Part 1 - The Early YearsIn this episode, Dr. Ginger Campbell celebrates The Brain Science Podcast/Brain Science's 10 year anniversary. This episode focuses on the first 5 years of the podcast. Find out how the show got started and listen as Dr. Campbell shares some of her most memorable episodes. We also have some listener feedback, so join us for the celebration! For complete show notes and episode transcripts go to http://brainsciencepodcast.com. Send Dr. Campbell feedback at brainsciencepodcast@gmail.com. Post a review in iTunes, Stitcher, or your favorite app store and send us a screen shot to enter the drawing of a yea...2016-12-2142 min
Brain Science with Ginger Campbell, MD: Neuroscience for EveryoneBrain Science 130 Ten Year Anniversary, Part 1 - The Early YearsIn this episode, Dr. Ginger Campbell celebrates The Brain Science Podcast/Brain Science's 10 year anniversary. This episode focuses on the first 5 years of the podcast. Find out how the show got started and listen as Dr. Campbell shares some of her most memorable episodes. We also have some listener feedback, so join us for the celebration! For complete show notes and episode transcripts go to http://brainsciencepodcast.com. Send Dr. Campbell feedback at brainsciencepodcast@gmail.com. Post a review in iTunes, Stitcher, or your favorite app store and send us a screen shot to enter the drawing of a yea...2016-12-2142 min
Brain Science with Ginger Campbell, MD: Neuroscience for EveryonePlacebo Research Update with Fabrizio BenedettiBSP 127 is a follow-up to BSP 122, which was an interview with Fabrizio Benedetti, author of Placebo Effects: Understanding the mechanisms in health and disease. in this new interview we discuss some of Dr. Benedetti's most recent research into placebo effects involving pain and high altitude headaches. We also discuss some of the ethical issues surrounding the use of placebos. Please visit http://brainsciencepodcast.com for complete show notes and episode transcripts. Send feedback to brainsciencepodcast@gmail.com. The next episode of the Brain Science Podcast will be published in September 2016. If you need something to l...2016-03-0152 min
Brain Science with Ginger Campbell, MD: Neuroscience for EveryoneBSP 127 Placebo Research Update with Fabrizio BenedettiBSP 127 is a follow-up to BSP 122, which was an interview with Fabrizio Benedetti, author of Placebo Effects: Understanding the mechanisms in health and disease. in this new interview we discuss some of Dr. Benedetti's most recent research into placebo effects involving pain and high altitude headaches. We also discuss some of the ethical issues surrounding the use of placebos. Please visit http://brainsciencepodcast.com for complete show notes and episode transcripts. Send feedback to brainsciencepodcast@gmail.com. The next episode of the Brain Science Podcast will be published in September 2016. If you need something to l...2016-03-0152 min
Books and Ideas with Dr. Ginger CampbellBI 56 Palliative Medicine with Dr. Amos BaileyEpisode 56 of Books and Ideas is an interview with Dr. Amos Bailey, one of the pioneers of Hospice and Palliative Medicine. We talk about the origins of the field and try to dispel some common misperceptions about what we do.
Note: Dr. Campbell (the host of Books and Ideas) is currently doing Fellowship Training in Palliative Medicine at the University of Alabama School of Medicine.
Go to http://booksandideas for complete show notes and free episode transcripts.
Send feedback to Dr. Campbell at docartemis@gmail.com.2014-11-071h 00
Books and Ideas with Dr. Ginger Campbell#42 Why Neuroscience Matters with Ginger Campbell, MDEpisode 42 of Books and Ideas is an edited version of the talk that Dr. Campbell gave in May 2011 in London at Skeptics in the Pub. "Why Neuroscience Matters" is a brief introduction to some of the recent discoveries in neuroscience that are changing the way we see ourselves and each other. Special Thanks to the PodDelusion podcast for sharing the original recording.
For detailed show notes and episode transcripts go to http://booksandideas.com.2011-06-2446 min
Books and Ideas with Dr. Ginger Campbell#35 Scott SiglerEpisode 35 of Books and Ideas is an interview with best-selling author Scott Sigler. Scott is known for his unique blend of horror and hard science fiction. In this interview Dr. Ginger Campbell talks to him about his career with a focus on the challenges of trying to incorporate accurate science into fiction. They also talk about his most recent hard cover book "The Rookie" and how it is encouraging young adults to become readers.
Show notes, links and episode transcripts are available at http://booksandideas.com/.
Send feedback to Dr. Campbell at gincampbell at mac...2010-02-2656 minBooks and Ideas with Dr. Ginger Campbell#23 Books and Ideas: Nobel Physicist Frank WilczekEpisode 23 of Books and Ideas is an interview with Frank Wilczek, PhD. Dr. Wilczek won the Nobel Prize for Physics in 2004 and is the author of the new book Lightness of Being: Mass, Ether, and the Unification of Forces. In this interview Dr. Campbell asks him to explain some of the key ideas that drive his work and he helps us understand why he considers the new Large Hadron Collider (LHC) near Geneva, Switzerland the greatest achievement of modern science.For show notes and episode transcripts go to http://booksandideas.com/.Send email to gincampbell at...2008-11-0257 minBooks and Ideas with Dr. Ginger Campbell#22 Books and Ideas: Dragon*Con 2008Episode 22 of Books and Ideas is all about my recent adventures at Dragon*Con 2008.Please visit http://booksandideas.com for detailed show notes and episode transcripts.Send email to Ginger Campbell, MD at gincampbell at mac dot com.2008-09-2937 minBooks and Ideas with Dr. Ginger Campbell#16 Books and Ideas: Interview with Dr. Steven NovellaEpisode 16 of Books and Ideas is an interview with Dr. Steven Novella from the popular podcast The Skeptics Guide to the Universe. This is a personal interview in which Dr. Novella talks about choosing to become a physician and a neurologist. As a practicing physician at Yale, Dr. Novella is in a good position to reflect on how advances in neuroscience are influencing patient care. We also talk about the challenge of helping patients get accurate information and the importance of skeptical thinking when evaluating healthcare claims.For show notes and additional links go to http://booksandideas.com.2008-01-1838 minBooks and Ideas with Dr. Ginger Campbell#14 Books and Ideas Podcast: Dr. Pamela Gay of Astronomy Cast#14 Books and Ideas Podcast: Dr. Pamela Gay from the Astronomy Cast talks with host Dr. Ginger Campbell about podcasting, astronomy, and the challenges of combining teaching and research with podcasting. Show Notes and Links to sites mentioned on the show can be found at http://booksandideas.com. Send comments to gincampbell at mac dot com.2007-10-3146 minBooks and Ideas with Dr. Ginger Campbell#9-Books and Ideas: Challenging Nature with Lee M SilverBooks and Ideas #9: Dr. Ginger Campbell interviews molecular biologist and author Lee M Silver about his book, "Challenging Nature: The Clash of Science and Spirituality at the New Frontiers of Life." We discuss how biotechnology challenges deeply held positions on both the left and the right. We also discuss the importance of distinguishing scientific arguments from pseudoscience. For more information go to http://booksandideas.com2007-03-1539 min