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Every creation begins as a thought, from a symphony to a marriage to an ice cream cone to a rocket launch. When we have an intention, a complex chain of events begins in our brains. Thoughts travel as electrical impulses along neural pathways. When neurons fire together they wire together...

REVISED and UPDATED Edition, 2024: A compelling, “fascinating” (Robert Cialdini) defense of hormone replacement therapy, exposing the faulty science behind its fall from prominence and giving women the evidence they need to make informed decisions about their health. "Estrogen Matters was my...

Helping us to make sense of the many impacts from the COVID-19 pandemic through science. Why is it so hard to crush this pandemic and will we solve this complex problem? Digging through the science of the coronavirus and other infectious diseases, we look at how we got here, and what comes next. In these uncertain times, this 8-part series shares the stories of Australian scientists to help make sense of a mutating virus and to give us hope. This is a science podcast from Burnet Institute, a key adviser to government and the global response during the COVID-19 pandemic. Hear from the nation...

Author of the New York Times bestseller Useful Idiots and popular columnist Mona Charen takes a close, reasoned look at the aggressive feminist agenda undermining the success and happiness of men and women across the country In this smart, deeply necessary critique, Mona Charen unpacks the ways...

The Prevention Matters Podcast, the official podcast of the National Prevention Science Coalition. The National Prevention Science Coalition (NPSC) is the premier professional association dedicated to translating scientific knowledge into effective and sustainable programs and policies to enhance the well-being of children, families and communities. We are comprised of scientists (across disciplines), educators, practitioners and clinicians, and policymakers. We work in a nonpartisan manner with congressional offices and caucuses on issues such as poverty and juvenile justice where some are ...

Movement Matters is a collection of essays in which biomechanist Katy Bowman continues her groundbreaking investigation of the mechanics of our sedentary culture and the profound potential of human movement. Here she widens her message and invites us to consider our personal relationship with sedentarism, privilege, and nature.

In The Leap, bestselling author Ulrich Boser shows how the emerging research on trust can improve our lives, rebuild our economy, and strengthen society. As part of this engaging and deeply reported narrative, Boser visits a radio soap opera in Rwanda that aims to restore the country’s broken trust, profiles the man who brought honesty to one of the most corrupt cities in Latin America, and explains how a college dropout managed to con his way into American high society.

In 2018, the Marvel Cinematic Universe finally delivered on something fans had long been waiting for: a feature film with a solo Black superhero. Black Panther introduced viewers to the stunning world of Wakanda and to T'Challa, a young man stepping into his role as king and taking up the mantle of the Black Panther title from his late father. Why Wakanda Matters gives this iconic film the in-depth analysis it deserves under the lens of the latest psychological concepts - as well as delving into the lasting cultural impact of this unforgettable story.

Art and science are famous opposites. Contemporary innovation mostly keeps them far apart. But in this book, David Edwards, world-renowned inventor; Harvard professor of the practice of idea translation; creator of breathable insulin, edible food packaging, and digital scents, reveals that the secret to creating very new things of lasting benefit, including innovations we will need to sustain human life on the planet, lies in perceiving art and science as one.

We know science is awesome, as are its achievements. Yet so far, scientists have managed to sidestep the most awesome reality of all: the true nature of human life, the source of their own genius. How is it that in the overwhelming immensity of the cosmos, on microscopic Earth, human beings exist? We have not yet looked reality in the face and perceived the nobility and grandeur of who we are, each of us having a responsibility in the universe and being part of a vast and continuing process.

Clinical Matters brings implant dentistry professionals closer to the latest thinking, techniques and research shaping everyday practice.Hosted by Nicole Winitsky and Lukas Fürhauser, each episode features conversations with internationally recognised experts, exploring real-world cases, innovation, surgical and restorative protocols and evidence-based decision-making.⁣ Whether you’re starting your implant journey or expanding advanced skills, Clinical Matters offers practical insights you can apply immediately in the clinic, backed by global leaders in the field.⁣New episodes released ...

Your brain is the most powerful organ in your body—so shouldn’t you understand how to make it work for you? Join Dr. Tim Royer, nationally recognized clinical neuropsychologist and co-founder of Royer Neuroscience, for Your Brain Matters, a show dedicated to optimizing brain performance, improving mental clarity, and managing stress, focus, and sleep the smart way.

For too long, we've thought of fathers as little more than sources of authority and economic stability in the lives of their children. Yet cutting-edge studies drawing unexpected links between fathers and children are forcing us to reconsider our assumptions and ask new questions: What changes...

In Best of the Brain, top neuroscientist Floyd E. Bloom has selected the most fascinating brain-related articles from Scientific American and Scientific American Mind since 1999. Bloom garnishes the impressive lineup with his own introduction. The articles are grouped in three sections: "Mind", "Matter", and "Tomorrow's Brain".

Get the inside scoop on your gut health. Tune in as we delve into the latest research and breakthroughs on gut conditions such as IBS, Crohn's disease, and Ulcerative Colitis, and break it down in a way that's easy to digest (no pun intended!) Whether you're looking to improve your gut health or navigate a gut condition, this podcast is your go-to guide for all things gut-related. So don't let your gut health be a mystery, join us on the journey to better gut health!

What do we think about when we think about play? A pastime? Games? Childish activities? The opposite of work? Think again: If we are happy and well rested, we may approach even our daily tasks in a playful way, taking the attitude of play without the activity of play. So what, then, is play? In Play Matters, Miguel Sicart argues that to play is to be in the world; playing is a form of understanding what surrounds us and a way of engaging with others. Play goes beyond games; it is a mode of being human.

Making Menopause Matter is the podcast that opens up the conversation around menopause—honestly, openly, and without shame. Hosted by Diane Danzebrink, founder of Menopause Support, it’s here to guide you through the confusing menopause landscape, and to inform and support anyone affected by menopause, directly or indirectly. From symptoms to solutions, with plenty of myth-busting along the way, this is your go-to listen for clarity, connection, and change.

How can people with Parkinson's live a better life today? Join the Parkinson's Foundation as we highlight the treatments and techniques that can help all people affected by Parkinson's live a better life today, as well as the research that can bring a better tomorrow. View more information on our episodes by visiting parkinson.org/Podcast. Share your comments and thoughts at parkinson.org/Feedback.

Our small group of local Tallaght people voluntarily came together, with the hope to effect positive change for people experiencing similar gaps in community services. Our group’s first initiative is to address common experiences & feelings of mistreatment by health care administration staff & professionals. Our efforts are not looking to tarnish professional practice, instead, to support a better understanding of impact of approach on potentially very vulnerable people.

Matters of the Heart was created to fill the void of conversational yet educational and rigorously scientific medical content. I'm your host, Dr. Rahul Muthalaly, an academic cardiologist in Melbourne, Australia. I interview masters in the cardiology field to explore the cutting edge of cardiovascular medicine. I hope that we can gather the tools, tactics and techniques to sharpen our clinical and research practice.