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Calm With MeThe Perimenopausal Brain: Part One - Neuroplasticity, Fog, Fire & RebirthIn this episode, Meredith dives into the neuroscience of perimenopause, reframing this midlife shift not as decline but as a profound, fiery transformation. She explains how fluctuating estrogen reshapes neural circuits, why brain fog and mood swings appear, and how the brain ultimately recalibrates through neuroplasticity. Rather than fragile butterflies, Meredith invites listeners to embody the volcanic power of Pele—creative, potent, and unapologetically alive.She explores the science behind sleep disruption, from progesterone dips to circadian shifts, and shares practical tools such as breath counting, progressive relaxation, Raja yoga meditation, and yoga nidra, all shown to ea...
2025-11-3016 minCalm With MeHungry Ghosts and the Neurobiology of FearIn this special Halloween episode of Calm With Me, Dr. Meredith explores the metaphor of the “hungry ghost” — that restless inner part of us that’s always grasping for more… more achievement, more validation, more stuff. Blending neuroscience and yogic wisdom, she unpacks why the brain is wired to chase, how our nervous systems get caught in loops of craving, and what it takes to shift from perpetual hunger to genuine nourishment.Meredith guides you through simple practices to calm the craving brain, soften self-pressure, and reconnect with the quieter truth underneath all the wanting.The episod...
2025-11-0123 minCalm With MeSoft Fascination: The Secret Bridge Between Wild Adventure and Inner PeaceWhen you step into the wild, whether its hiking a ridgeline, exploring coral reefs, or simply looking up at the sky, something profound happens inside your brain. Your focus softens, your nervous system steadies, and your awareness expands. Psychologists call this state soft fascination—a calm, alert attention that restores mental clarity and opens the doorway to awe.In this episode, Dr. Meredith Calvert explores the neuroscience of soft fascination, how it differs from mindfulness meditation, and why both are essential for a balanced, resilient mind. Drawing from yoga philosophy, Attention Restoration Theory, and her ow...
2025-10-2316 minCalm With MeThe Shape of Time and How to Make It Slow DownWhy does time seem to race by as we get older, yet stretch endlessly when we’re on vacation, in awe, or in love? In this episode of Calm With Me, Meredith explores the fascinating intersection of yogic philosophy and modern neuroscience to uncover how we can actually, intentionally, slow down our experience of time.From the ancient wisdom of Patanjali’s Yoga Sutras to Stanford neuroscientist David Eagleman’s research on perception, we’ll explore how novelty, nature, presence, and breath reshape our sense of time itself.You’ll learn:• How your brain’s chemistry wa...
2025-10-0914 minCalm With MeYour brain on kids: Strategies for navigating parenting stress and raising Resilient, Emotionally Intelligent HumansIn this seventh episode of Calm With Me, host Meredith Calvert how stress affects our ability to parent effectively, as well as the positive impacts of mindfulness practices on both kids and parents. She shares some specific practices, such as 'safe words' and belly breathing to help manage parental stress and build deeper connections with our kids. Listeners are guided through various breathing practices designed to reduce stress and promote relaxation. The episode emphasizes the importance of integrating these practices into daily life for improved mental health and resilience.Link to SacredCalm Yoga, Breathwork...
2025-04-0513 minCalm With MeDiving Deep: The surprising connection between panic and your breathIn this episode of Calm With Me, host Dr. Meredith Calvert dives into the physiology and brain science behind panic attacks, exploring how the brains and breathing of those with panic disorder differ, and what we can learn from this about managing panic attacks and extreme anxiety.Meredith shares a few stories from her own life, including a magical dolphin encounter that turned deadly. She also summarizes a number of recent studies that shed light on the connection between panic and breath regulation and takes listeners through a simple breath practice that has been shown to be...
2025-03-2019 minCalm With MeUse Your Words! The Brain-Boosting Benefits of Speaking UpIn this episode of Calm With Me, host Dr. Meredith Calvert explores the neuroscience of being pleasantly surprised, discussing how and why the brain has evolved to react positively to the unexpected and why we remember the delights that sneak up on us, more than those we ancticipate.Beginning with a story of a surprise encounter during a family hike, she offers tools for finding more unexpected delight and shares a simple and effective practice to help prime the nervous system to be more open to joyful surprises.Link to SacredCalm Yoga, Breathwork & Hiking Retreat:
2025-03-1316 minCalm With MeThe Path of DelightIn this episode of Calm With Me, host Dr. Meredith Calvert explores the neuroscience of being pleasantly surprised, discussing how and why the brain has evolved to react positively to the unexpected and why we remember the delights that sneak up on us, more than those we ancticipate.Beginning with a story of a surprise encounter during a family hike, she offers tools for finding more unexpected delight and shares a simple and effective practice to help prime the nervous system to be more open to joyful surprises.Link to SacredCalm Yoga, Breathwork & Hiking Retreat:
2025-03-0612 minCalm With MeBreathe to Thrive: The Science of Nervous System RegulationIn this episode of Calm With Me, host Meredith Calvert explores the neurobiology of stress and its impact on our lives. She discusses the global stress epidemic, the physiological responses to stress, and how breathwork and mindfulness can help manage and reverse these effects. Listeners are guided through various breathing practices designed to reduce stress and promote relaxation. The episode emphasizes the importance of integrating these practices into daily life for improved mental health and resilience.Link to SeaCalm Yoga & Scuba Diving Retreat:https://www.meriyoga.org/seacalm2025Link...
2025-02-2719 min
Be. Create. Inspire.Ep 15 - The Science of Breath: Unlocking Wellness Through Mindfulness & NeuroscienceHow can your breath be the key to managing stress, boosting energy, and enhancing overall wellness? In this episode, we explore the transformative power of breathwork with Dr. Meredith Calvert, diving into its profound impact on adrenal fatigue, mental health, and self-regulation. Learn how different breath techniques can help you reset your nervous system, activate the vagus nerve, and cultivate a deeper sense of balance.We also discuss the importance of safety in breathwork, the role of mindfulness in stress management, and how even a single minute of intentional breathing can shift your state. Plus, Dr. Calvert...
2025-02-2542 minCalm With MeBalance, Bikes and BrainsIn this episode of Calm With Me, host Meredith Calvert explores the neuroscience of balance and burnout, discussing how chronic stress rewires the brain and offering practical tips for restoring balance through mindfulness and breathwork. Drawing parallels between motorcycle riding and life, she emphasizes the importance of maintaining focus and managing energy to avoid burnout and achieve a more peaceful existence.Link to SeaCalm Yoga & Scuba Diving Retreat:https://www.meriyoga.org/seacalm2025Scientific references discussed in episode:Guendelman, S., Medeiros, S., & Rampes, H. (2017). Mindfulness and Emotion Regulation: Insights from Neurobiological, Psychological, and...
2025-02-2018 minCalm With MeTwo Small StepsIn this inaugural episode of Calm With Me, Dr. Meredith Calvert introduces her journey from chaos to calm, sharing her background as a neuroscientist and yoga instructor. She emphasizes the importance of mindfulness and offers practical steps to tackle overwhelm and anxiety. The episode focuses on two simple yet effective steps: meeting oneself in the present moment and paying attention to breath, along with an optional movement exercise. Meredith invites listeners to join her on a journey toward a more peaceful life, highlighting the significance of self-acceptance and breath awareness.
2025-02-1310 min
Hitched 2 HomicideJennair Geradot: The Wife, The Mistress, The Murder.Send Kris and Rob a Text Message!Trigger Warning: This episode of HITCHED 2 HOMICIDE discusses themes of murder, suicide, and domestic violence. If you or someone you know is struggling, please reach out for help. The Suicide & Crisis Lifeline is available 24/7 by dialing 988 or visiting 988lifeline.org. There is always someone ready to listen.On April 23, 2018, an affluent neighborhood in Radnor Township, Pennsylvania, became the backdrop for a chilling crime that stunned the nation. Jennair Gerardot, a woman deeply scorned by betrayal, meticulously planned and executed the murder of...
2025-02-121h 35
excuse the messRELEASE NEWS • 4th Feb etm's double album releaseHello dear podcast friends,Myself and the good eggs at Hidden Notes Records have been cooking up this release for a while.I'm excited that this music is finally being released and if you're interested in getting a copy of the Ltd Edition Book (pictures, quotes, risograph prints and more) or just getting your mitts on the digital download here are some links:BandCamp vol.1BandCamp vol.2Rough Trade, Drift Record Shop, Resident, Banquet Records, JunoBen xxPS the tune in the 'podcast...
2022-02-0202 min
100,000 WelcomesCOP26 and the Journey to Change Ep 13: GenderWhilst we have made some fantastic advancements in gender equality, diversity and inclusion, the industry needs to do more. Rory Archibald sits down with Amy Calvert, CEO of the Events Industry Council, Meredith Rollins, Chief Community Officer of PCMA and Derrick Johnson, Chief Diversity Officer & Director of Event Strategy, Talley Management Group, to discuss what their respective associations are doing to achieve gender equality and inclusion and what they think the events sector needs to do to become more inclusive.
2021-11-0947 min
Rudy Maxa's World22 December 2018 – RMWorldTravel Connection (Holiday Encore) - Hour 1Hour 1
— Topics & Guests on this hour of RMWorldTravel with Robert & Mary Carey and Rudy Maxa include:
Seg 1 – Robert & Mary Show Open, Travel Duo Banter, plus Show Friend Kurt Knutsson talking websites for airline deals
Seg 2 – Personal Connection – Joe Kita discusses the cool Christmas gift his Dad gave him that fueled his travel passions
Seg 3 – Meredith VP Kristen Payne details growing group of unique hotels within ‘Southern Living Hotel Collection’
Seg 4 – Travel Trio answers Listener EMails
Seg 5 – Destination Spotlight 33 – Cincinnati, OH with CVB CEO Julie Calvert
2018-12-2200 min