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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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00:28:49

Neuroscience of Resilience

The Brain Blown Podcast ·

2025/11/26

Last episode, we dug into how people lose their sense of safety and control when something — or someone — hijacks it.This week, we’re picking up the story from there: what it takes to rebuild.What does it look like to find your footing after an experience that knocks you off course?Why do some people regain a sense of agency faster than others?And what does real resilience look like when you're living it, not just talking about it?If you have any topic suggestions for future episodes, don't

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00:38:56

Neuroscience of Cults

The Brain Blown Podcast ·

2025/11/18

If you think you’d never be pulled into a cult, that belief itself is part of the danger. In this episode, we explore why the brain is far more influenceable—and more predictable—than most of us want to believe.We take a closer look at what happens when belonging, something we’re biologically wired to seek, becomes a pathway into harm. Together, we examine how group dynamics, stress, and relationship patterns can quietly shift a person’s behavior and sense of self. Laine brings research and

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00:28:06

Neuroscience of Leadership

The Brain Blown Podcast ·

2025/09/24

What does neuroscience reveal about great leadership—and why does it matter now more than ever?In this episode, we explore the brain science behind leadership: how it guides us in uncertainty, shapes culture, and unlocks human potential. From Microsoft’s near-collapse to its stunning revival under Satya Nadella, we’ll uncover what happens in the brain when leadership fails—and what changes when it succeeds. You’ll hear how trust, safety, and connection transform not just teams, but entire

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00:46:24

Neuroscience of Teamwork

The Brain Blown Podcast ·

2025/08/15

Humans are born dependent, slow, and vulnerable—but we’ve survived by working together. In this episode, we explore the neuroscience that makes teamwork possible, and why collaboration is more than a soft skill—it’s a biological necessity.From mirror neurons and social cognition to trust, reward systems, and brain synchrony, we break down what’s really happening in your brain when you collaborate—and what it takes to build a team that actually works.If you have any topic suggestions for future

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00:43:39

Neuroscience of Rape

The Brain Blown Podcast ·

2025/06/25

Most people agree that rape is wrong. But far fewer understand what it actually is—and what it isn’t. In this episode, we confront the myths and misconceptions that continue to shape how we define rape, treat survivors, and pursue justice.We explore the neuroscience behind trauma responses like freezing and fawning, and why these involuntary reactions are still so often misunderstood in courtrooms, conversations, and cultural narratives. From the impact of the #MeToo movement to the hardwired

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00:54:05

Live Training: Regulate and Manage Triggers

The Brain Blown Podcast ·

2025/06/07

This is a recording of Laine's live presentation - the third part in a multiple-part series on being functional in dysfunctional times. For more informaiton on the Brain Blown Podcast, visit us at brainblownpodcast.com or email us at info@brainblownpodcast.cominformation

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00:29:44

Neuroscience of Sex

The Brain Blown Podcast ·

2025/05/30

As a tribute to this month's episode, we wanted to give a quick shoutout to a local store Laine & I know and love: Smitten Kitten in Minneapolis. Founded in 2003 by Jennifer 'JP' Pritchett, Smitten Kitten is a trans-owned business that has been a staple in the community for over two decades. JP and their team are passionate about creating a safe, inclusive space where folks can explore intimacy, sexuality, and self-expression in a fun and positive way. Whether you're looking for

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00:39:34

Live Training: Managing Anger and Anxiety

The Brain Blown Podcast ·

2025/05/16

This is a recording of Laine's live presentation - the third part in a multiple-part series on being functional in dysfunctional times. For more informaiton on the Brain Blown Podcast, visit us at brainblownpodcast.com or email us at info@brainblownpodcast.com

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00:31:27

Neuroscience of Appeasement

The Brain Blown Podcast ·

2025/05/01

If you have any topic suggestions for future episodes, don't hesitate to reach out! Send us an email at info@brainblownpodcast.com.We'd love to hear from you.REFERENCES"Appeasement: replacing Stockholm syndrome as a definition of a survival strategy" Rebecca Bailey, Jaycee Dugard, Stefanie F. Smith & Stephen W. Porges"Traumatic entrapment, appeasement and complex post-traumatic stress disorder: evolutionary perspectives of hostage reactions, domestic abuse and the

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00:48:00

Live Training: Collapse Part 2

The Brain Blown Podcast ·

2025/04/27

This is a recording of Laine's live presentation -- the second of a 6-part series on taking care of ourselves.For more information on The Brain Blown Podcast, visit us at brainblownpodcast.com or email us at info@brainblownpodcast.com!

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00:44:43

Live Training: Collapse Part 1

The Brain Blown Podcast ·

2025/03/29

This is a re-recording of Laine's live presentation -- the first of a 6-part series on taking care of ourselves.For more information on The Brain Blown Podcast, visit us at brainblownpodcast.com or email at info@brainblownpodcast.com!

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00:53:33

Neuroscience of Love

The Brain Blown Podcast ·

2025/03/26

Have you ever been in or been around someone in the "honeymoon phase" of a relationship? That crazy, passionate start where seeing their name pop up on your phone gives you butterflies and you can't help but think about them constantly to the point where it's almost obsessive? Turns out there's some wild brain chemistry behind those crazy new-love jitters, how love seems to settle as the relationship continues, and what happens in your brain if that relationship ends.In this episode, we explore:What

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00:09:57

Case Study: Distrust & Women's Pain

The Brain Blown Podcast ·

2025/02/26

Why are women’s reports of pain so often dismissed?As it turns out, it’s not just oversight—it’s a failure of trust. In this case study mini-episode, we're looking at distrust in real-time—examining how bias in medicine isn’t just about misunderstanding symptoms, but about who gets believed and who doesn’t. Building on our full episode on Trust and our mini-episode on Hatred, Laine dives into research from Harvard Health and neuroscience studies to uncover the real cost of medical

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00:31:17

Neuroscience of Hatred

The Brain Blown Podcast ·

2025/02/20

Hate and distrust feel like opposites of love and trust—but they aren’t. At their core, they’re about fear. Fear of being wrong. Fear of being hurt. Fear of death itself. But how does the brain decide who to trust and who to fear? Why do we hold onto hatred even when it harms us? And most importantly, how do we break the cycle? Let’s dive in.(And enjoy a special open-door ending!)If you have any topic suggestions for future episodes, don't hesitate to reach out! Send us an email at

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00:38:43

Neuroscience of Trust

The Brain Blown Podcast ·

2025/01/30

Welcome to Season 4 of The Brain Blown Podcast!This month's focus: relationships And starting with the root of any relationship: trust Trust shapes everything we do—but it’s more complex than we think. In a split second, our brain decides who feels safe and who doesn’t. But why? What makes someone truly trustworthy? And why do some teams thrive while others crumble? Let’s break it down. And look out for more mini-episodes on this topic in the coming weeks! If you have any topic

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00:22:37

Mini: How to make change, do something

The Brain Blown Podcast ·

2024/10/30

Closing out season 3, the BBP ends on an explicit note.The best way to move from a state of numbness or avoidance is to do something. Anything. And Laine walks us through some prime examples as we head into an important election season. Fair warning: Laine's passion in this one is so strong, you may want to mind your audio levels. ;) Join us for a final quick dive into making social change possible, and check out our full episode on Social Change if you haven't! For anyone new here, Laine &

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00:15:23

Mini: How to make change, call-in culture

The Brain Blown Podcast ·

2024/10/16

How do make social change feel feasible? Look to sway those who are already with you. In this mini-episode of Brain Blown, we explore the power of making changes within our own social movements -- like how we made bullying "uncool" and how the GLBT+ adapted the quickest to COVID-19 restrictions. Join us for a quick dive making social change possible, and check out our full-episode on Social Change if you haven't! For more ways to get involved with the Brain Blown Community, head to

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00:52:44

Neuroscience of Social Change

The Brain Blown Podcast ·

2024/09/26

Have you ever felt that knot in your stomach when faced with a new idea that challenges everything you’ve believed? Social change is inevitable, but it often brings discomfort and resistance. And when you're fighting for a social movement, it can feel impossible trying to fight "against the grain" and change people's ways, thoughts or beliefs. In this episode of Brain Blown, we’ll explore how emotions inevitably overpower rational thinking (contrary to popular belief) and the

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00:16:21

Mini: Belonging beyond human relationships

The Brain Blown Podcast ·

2024/08/14

Ever notice how easy it is to feel connected to someone if they're wearing your team's jersey or a t-shirt of your favorite band?You might think it's cause it's familiar or you found something in common, but in truth, it's another way we find belonging. In this mini-episode of Brain Blown, we explore how our brains create powerful connections beyond human relationships: Discover how our brains attach to ideas and symbols as strongly as to people Learn how these attachments

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00:42:27

Neuroscience of Social Media & Belonging

The Brain Blown Podcast ·

2024/07/31

Your brain on social media: It's not just addictive, it's transformative. Here's why.In this episode of the Brain Blown Podcast, we're logging into the neuroscience of social media and belonging. We'll explore: Why that notification "ping" feels so irresistible How social media taps into our primal need for connection The surprising ways our brains react to likes, comments, and shares Why teenagers' brains are particularly susceptible to social

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