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The Brain Blown Podcast

The Brain Blown Podcast

We’re Laine and Cherys, two licensed clinicians here to talk about why our brains do the things they do and how to use our minds to become happier & healthier people through the power of knowing more.

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00:09:46

Mini: The Power of Influencers

The Brain Blown Podcast ·

2024/07/10

Around the pandemic we saw an explosion of social media influencers -You know, those ads of random internet people (maybe you've seen before) casually chatting to you about a product or experience they had that you'll totally love. As it turns out, these so-called "peer" influencers may be changing our brains more than we realize. Enjoy this mini episode as not only a wrap-up to influence, but a preview for one of the next full episodes coming out this season! For more ways to

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00:19:50

Mini: How Coca-Cola, Apple & Disney-Pixar Influence Us

The Brain Blown Podcast ·

2024/06/20

When you hear "Coca-Cola" what's the first thing that comes to mind?Is it their bright red logo? Their lively commercials that appeal to the senses? The taste of their soda? Coke is one of the leading brands that successfully uses Neuromarketing to influence their audience. And they're not alone. But for this mini episode, we'll focus on just 3: Coke, Apple and Disney-Pixar; and how these iconic brands stay iconic, both in the media and in our brains. For more ways to get

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00:44:42

Neuroscience of Influence

The Brain Blown Podcast ·

2024/05/30

Ever wonder how ads seem to know exactly what you want?Or wonder why you keep seeing the same ad over and over? Turns out, it's all in the game of influence. In this episode, we dive into the world of neuromarketing, exploring how media and ads constantly influence us and how our brains process these messages to shape our decisions. Tune in to learn more, and look out for a few more mini-episodes along this topic next month. ______________________________________________ For more ways to get

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00:18:39

Mini: When Pleasure Becomes Addictive

The Brain Blown Podcast ·

2024/05/02

Things start becoming addictive when we start chasing the want and not the like.Yes, you want something... but are you enjoying it for the sake of enjoyment... or are you numbing something you don't want to feel instead? Following our full episode, the Neuroscience of Pleasure, this mini episode shines a giant light on our nervous system and its key role in managing pleasure and avoiding addiction. For more ways to get involved with the Brain Blown Community, head to

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00:16:45

Mini: Pleasure, Partners and Consent

The Brain Blown Podcast ·

2024/04/17

The balance of pleasure and pain is on an ever-swinging scale. (Cause they use the same receptors!)And encouraging others' pleasure enters us onto a whole new playing field. Following our full episode, the Neuroscience of Pleasure, this mini episode starts to steer us away from our own experiences of pleasure, and towards how our feelings (and actions) can affect others. __________________________________________________ For more ways to get involved with the Brain Blown Community, head to

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00:18:14

Mini: Dopamine isn't pleasure?

The Brain Blown Podcast ·

2024/04/10

If dopamine isn't pleasure (like we all think it is)...Then what is pleasure? Following our full episode, the Neuroscience of Pleasure, this mini episode dives more into dopamine's role while also highlighting a key neurotransmitter that doesn't get enough attention and might be the key to truly enjoying life's pleasures. Lastly, we look at some common pleasures - sex, food, etc. - and discuss how to enjoy them to the fullest. __________________________________________________ For

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00:40:05

Neuroscience of Pleasure

The Brain Blown Podcast ·

2024/03/28

Pleasure is what drives us to do anything and everything in life.So how does our brain decide what we enjoy? What does too much pleasure look like, and how can we make sure the pleasures we pursue in life are healthy? Tune in to learn more, and look out for a few more mini-episodes along this topic next month. ______________________________________________________ For more ways to get involved with the Brain Blown Community, head to ⁠⁠⁠⁠www.patreon.com/brainblownpodcast⁠⁠⁠⁠ to learn about our

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00:16:47

Mini: Long-term Decisions (How to Stick to your Goals)

The Brain Blown Podcast ·

2024/02/29

In January we learned about the Neuroscience of Decision Making, and in this episode, we're taking a closer look at long-term decisions.So... how's that New Year's resolution coming along? Is it feeling like a wishful dream these days? Or maybe you've fallen off the wagon so many times, it seems easier to quit than keep at it? Your brain likes to make sticking to long-term decisions (like resolutions) feel as difficult as it seems... but what if there are ways to "cheat the

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00:52:18

Neuroscience of Decision Making

The Brain Blown Podcast ·

2024/02/01

From the everyday to the extraordinary, our decisions shape the course of our lives. So how exactly do the choices we make every day, and the people we come in contact with, change that course? And how can knowing more about our brains lead to better decisions -- ones that we can feel confident in and that match our strengths and values? Tune in as we uncover the secrets to better decision-making by understanding the inner workings of our

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00:13:11

The Green Zone

The Brain Blown Podcast ·

2023/11/22

In light of our focus this season on mental health, we leave you with this tool to help ground your mind, activate your whole brain, and ease your body into a more relaxed state. Stay tuned for Season 3 of The Brain Blown Podcast coming in the new year! www.brainblownpodcast.com

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00:32:55

Neuroscience of Trauma, Part 2

The Brain Blown Podcast ·

2023/11/22

Let's celebrate the holiday season with TWO EXTRA episodes to round out Season 2 of The Brain Blown Podcast! Following Part 1, this last shorter episode dives back into the neuroscience of trauma and specifically examines the body's role in storing trauma. Laine also highlights some brilliant takeaways we can all use to try and manage the stress in our lives and be prepared to take on everything life throws at us. This will be the final episode of the season, and we look forward to

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01:08:52

Neuroscience of Trauma, Part 1

The Brain Blown Podcast ·

2023/10/25

Introducing our capstone episode of the season, and arguably one of the most important topics we've discussed to date. As it turns out, trauma is proven to play a much more direct role in our lives than we may have realized (as you'll hear around the 22-minute mark). In this episode, as Laine walks us through some of the science most noted from neuroscientist Bruce Perry, we discover just how impactful trauma -- both "capital T" and "little T" -- can be. In my experience

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00:19:57

Neuroscience of Sight

The Brain Blown Podcast ·

2023/10/12

As humans, we prioritize sight more than all other senses. But how does it work? How does our brain take light (and the absence of it) and turn it into the most vivid, detailed, and extravagant images and experiences of life? No surprise -- there's a lot more to it, and Laine tells us all about it in our final mini episode of the season. Listen in for a preview of what next season's mini-episodes could cover! REFERENCES The Science of Sight -- Scrippts Research Jean-Paul Noel, Mark

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00:50:58

The Neuroscience of Eating Disorders

The Brain Blown Podcast ·

2023/09/27

If you've never had, or never known someone with an eating disorder, you might not feel like this episode applies to you. We promise you, it does, it applies to all of us. Because when it comes to eating disorders, it just feels so simple. Why can't this person just start (or stop) eating? But what if we told you it has very little to do with eating, and everything to do with how the brain sees the body? In this month's deep-dive episode, Laine walks us through the science behind the

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00:24:11

Mini Episode: Neuroscience of Taste

The Brain Blown Podcast ·

2023/09/13

A little longer than usual, this mini-episode is a great follow-up to last month's topic on smell! (If you haven't given that one a listen, we recommend it but it's not required listening.) Prompted by a listener question: What's happening in our brains when we smell or taste, and what can we learn from it regarding losing those senses from COVID-19? Laine walks us through another surprising & brain-blowing topic! If you have any topics you'd be interested in learning more

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00:37:45

Neuroscience of Schizophrenia

The Brain Blown Podcast ·

2023/08/30

It's easy to assume that the brain functions differently for someone with schizophrenia... but you'll never guess why... And in this month's episode, Laine reports it to us short and sweet. (If you want to learn more about the extent of the science on your own time, be sure to check out the reference list below for more details.) But in addition to our usual content rundown for season two, Laine and I share space to discuss some of the uncertainty and fear around this disorder how

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00:21:35

Mini Episode: Neuroscience of Smell

The Brain Blown Podcast ·

2023/08/17

Covid-19 has had wild effects on our sense of smell and taste... and for some, it completely blocked those senses altogether. So... how do we smell? Or equally important, why do we smell? What's going on in the brain that allows us to turn molecules from the air into a recognizable scent, that can even trigger memories? Learn the answers (and more next month) on this month's mini-episode! Visit our Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/BrainBlownPodcast REFERENCES Understanding Smell—The

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00:47:20

Neuroscience of Addiction

The Brain Blown Podcast ·

2023/07/26

Sometimes when we can't stop scrolling, we will joke that it's like we are addicted to our phones. Are we? Addiction is so prevalent both in numbers and in casual conversation, to the point where 'Wine Mom' and 'Beer Dad' are big box store t-shirts. But what is addiction? Is it a feeling that we crave, or is it more of an escape from something else? What keeps someone addicted, and why are addictions so hard to break? In this month's deep-dive episode, Laine walks us

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00:11:58

Mini Episode: Neuroscience of Pleasure from Pain

The Brain Blown Podcast ·

2023/07/12

Endorphins -- a naturally-produced drug your body (and brain) can't get enough of. Legally Blonde fans know what we're talking about. ;) Enjoy this month's mini-episode where Laine continues to wow me with what our brains are capable of and how we can use its functions to better our lives. Our last two episodes in June were leading up to this, so if you haven't given those a listen we highly suggest it! RESOURCES: Rashad Roberson Nicholas A Kerna John Flores Kevin D Pruitt --

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00:45:08

Neuroscience of Kink

The Brain Blown Podcast ·

2023/06/28

Throughout history, sexuality has been important to the continuation of our species. During this month of pride, we explore when we've turned sexuality into a diagnosis and where expressions of sexuality can be harmful or feel shameful. Cultural influences such as Rihanna's song "S&M," TikTok's 'book-tok' community's love of books with dominant characters, and "50 Shades of Gray" have all continued to bring more diverse sexual practices into the

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