#neuroscience
54 episodes
#1087: Inside My Weird Prompts: A Meta-Analysis of the Hosts
Go behind the scenes of My Weird Prompts as Corn and Herman discuss their unique biology, neural implants, and life in Jerusalem.
#1061: Living Computers: When Brain Cells Play Pong
Can a petri dish play Pong? Discover how "wetware" is using living brain cells to redefine the future of energy-efficient computing.
#1050: The Wakefulness Revolution: Understanding Modafinil
Discover how eugeroics like Modafinil offer a clean "floodlight" of focus and why the military chose it over traditional stimulants.
#1049: The Unbreakable Accent: Why Our Phonetic Roots Persist
Why do accents persist even after decades abroad? Explore the neuro-linguistic "firewall" that keeps our native phonetic roots alive.
#1035: Softness in a Hard World: Why Adults Keep Plushies
Why do 40% of adults still keep stuffed animals? Explore the science of comfort and the surprising history of the teddy bear.
#965: The Science of Stuck: Why Your Brain Won’t Let You Start
Stop calling it laziness. Discover the neurobiology behind procrastination and how to hack your brain's "ignition switch" to get moving.
#919: The Science of Stability: Finding Ground Amidst Chaos
Explore the science of grounding and why some people thrive in chaos while others crave routine during times of intense global uncertainty.
#891: The Architecture of Resilience: Survival Psychology
Learn how to combat alarm fatigue and build a mental toolkit for staying resilient during unprecedented regional escalations.
#886: The Sensory Budget: Navigating Overload in Times of Crisis
Learn how to manage "sensory flooding" and protect your mental bandwidth when the external world becomes an overwhelming assault on the senses.
#871: The Science of Memory: Why We Forget Life-Saving Skills
Discover why our brains are "metabolic misers" and how spaced repetition can turn fragile memories into durable, life-saving skills.
#865: The Mechanics of Executive Function and Task Drift
Explore the science of executive function and how "task drift" impacts ADHD brains—and how tech can help without the shame.
#850: The Color Paradox: Why Blue Wakes You Up and Red Calms You
Explore the clash between color psychology and biology. Discover why blue light triggers alertness while red light actually helps you unwind.
#844: The "Why" Behind the "Ouch": Understanding ADHD and RSD
Ever felt like a minor criticism was a physical blow? Explore the neurological link between ADHD and Rejection Sensitive Dysphoria.
#843: The Shadow Pandemic: Long COVID’s Reality in 2026
While the world moves on, 65 million people remain in the shadow pandemic. Explore the latest 2026 breakthroughs in Long COVID science.
#840: Why Antidepressants Take Weeks to Work: The Science of Lag
SSRIs change brain chemistry in hours, but mood lifts weeks later. Explore the "construction project" and neuroplasticity behind the wait.
#839: Beyond Stimulants: Fine-Tuning the ADHD Brain
Discover how blood pressure meds like Guanfacine are revolutionizing ADHD treatment by "plugging the leaks" in the prefrontal cortex.
#837: Beyond SSRIs: The Quest for Triple Reuptake Inhibitors
Can one molecule treat both depression and ADHD? Explore the elusive "holy grail" of psychiatry: Triple Reuptake Inhibitors.
#834: The Chemistry of Focus: Dopamine, ADHD, and the Brain
Why do ADHD meds work for some but not others? Explore the delicate balance of dopamine, norepinephrine, and the brain's internal wiring.
#833: The Spiky Profile: Cracking the Neurodivergent Time Code
Why does context switching feel like a cognitive tax? Discover the science of the "spiky profile" and how to build better systems for focus.
#822: Social Satiety: How Much Connection Do We Really Need?
Is solitude a pathology or a biological preference? Explore the science of "social satiety" and why some people thrive with less interaction.
#819: The 2E Brain: Why Brilliance and Neurodivergence Coexist
Discover the biological link between high intelligence and neurodivergence, and why the 2E brain is wired for both brilliance and struggle.
#804: Personal Procurement: Using AI to Kill Impulse Spending
Discover how to build a "bureaucratic speed bump" for your wallet using AI agents and corporate finance strategies.
#799: Permanent Ink: The Science of First-Language Attrition
Why is your first language written in permanent ink while a second is just pencil? Explore the fascinating science of linguistic attrition.
#785: Overcoming Cynophobia: Rewiring a Lifetime of Fear
Can we outgrow childhood trauma? Explore the science of cynophobia and how to rewire the brain to stop living in fear of man's best friend.
#688: Vyvanse & Diet: Cracking the Code on Focus and Crashes
Is your morning OJ ruining your ADHD meds? Discover the surprising science of how diet shapes your focus and prevents the dreaded crash.
#646: The Mouth as a Scanner: Decoding Baby Sensory Milestones
Why do babies put everything in their mouths? Explore the "sensory homunculus" and the hidden architecture of infant brain development.
#638: The Healing Power of Neuro-Design
Can a building actually heal your nervous system? Discover how neuro-design uses science to create spaces that reduce stress and spark creativity.
#616: The Midnight Myth: Why Sleep Timing Matters Most
Is sleep before midnight actually worth more? Herman and Corn dive into circadian biology to see if the "when" of sleep matters as much as the "how...
#550: The Learning Styles Myth: Mastering Visual Skills via Audio
Think you're a "visual learner"? Discover why learning styles are a myth and how auditory techniques can actually help you master visual skills.
#545: The Tiny Glands Running Your Body’s Electrical Grid
Think the thyroid is the only neck gland that matters? Discover why the tiny parathyroid is the master of your body's electrical signals.
#534: Before the Pill: The Brutal History of Psychiatry
Before modern meds, doctors used ice picks and malaria to treat the mind. Herman and Corn explore the desperate, dark history of early psychiatry.
#533: Beyond the Mood: The Science of Personality Disorders
Explore the neurobiology and environmental triggers behind personality disorders and why they are more common than you think.
#524: Beyond the Stigma: The New Science of Schizophrenia
Explore the truth about schizophrenia, from the "urbanicity effect" to a revolutionary new class of drugs that change the game.
#516: From Squawks to Sentences: The Mystery of Language
From "ba-ba" to complex sentences, explore the incredible journey of how infants transform raw sound into meaningful human communication.
#515: The Screen Time Dilemma: What Science Says About Toddlers
Explore the real impact of screens on developing brains and why "educational" videos might actually hinder learning in early childhood.
#505: The Jerusalem Syndrome: When Sacred Spaces Break the Mind
Why do healthy tourists suddenly believe they are biblical prophets? Explore the fascinating psychology behind the world’s most famous holy city.
#498: The Science of Seven Months: Why Your Baby Isn’t Bored
Is your baby bored or just busy building a brain? Herman and Corn explore the neurological wonders and "serve and return" of the seven-month milest...
#495: The ADHD Medication Maze: Balancing Brain and Body
Explore the trade-offs between ADHD focus and heart health as we dive into neurochemistry, bureaucracy, and the search for the "sweet spot."
#485: The Science of Vyvanse: Timing, Biology, and Morning Hacks
Herman and Corn dive into the neurobiology of Vyvanse, exploring the "morning hack" and how this prodrug interacts with our internal clocks.
#453: The Art of Self-Preservation: Finding Rest Amidst Crisis
Why does rest feel like betrayal in a crisis? Herman and Corn dive into the science of nervous system regulation and the art of self-preservation.
#445: Beyond the Pill: The Science of Tapering Sleep Meds
Herman and Corn explore the science of tapering sleep meds, the "histamine rebound," and how to reclaim your natural rest.
#441: Beyond the Brain: The Science of Deathbed Connections
How does an Alzheimer's patient know a loved one died miles away? Explore the science of terminal lucidity and non-local consciousness.
#440: Beyond the Diaper Log: AI and Your Baby's Developing Brain
Move past the spreadsheet. Discover how AI tools provide deep neurological insights into your baby’s development and the "mental leaps" at seven mo...
#412: Beyond the Mouse: Why Our Keyboards are Stuck in 1870
Why are we still using 19th-century keyboard layouts? Herman and Corn explore the fascinating world of trackballs, macropads, and BCIs.
#400: Rebooting the Brain: The Science of ECT and TMS
Explore the science of "rebooting" the brain as Herman and Corn dive into ECT, TMS, and the future of treating severe depression.
#399: Genius or Forgetful? Decoding Moravec’s Paradox
Why can geniuses build AI but forget their keys? Explore Moravec’s Paradox and the "spiky profile" of the neurodivergent brain.
#396: From Prozac to Plasticity: The New Science of Depression
Herman and Corn explore why we’re moving past SSRIs toward neuroplasticity, ketamine, and the gut-brain axis to treat depression.
#395: Brain on Fire: The Science of the Kindling Effect
Why does alcohol withdrawal get more dangerous every time? Explore the "kindling effect" and how the brain learns to become hyper-excitable.
#394: The Daycare Dilemma: Science, Socialization, and Your Baby
Is your baby getting enough socialization at home? Herman and Corn dive into the science of "serve and return" and the ideal timing for daycare.
#393: The Bloating Glitch: Why Your Stomach Has a Mind of Its Own
Think your bloating is just gas? It might be a "software glitch" in your gut. Discover how to retrain your brain to stop abdominal distension.
#378: Inside the Infant Mind: The Magic of the Six-Month Milestone
What's happening inside a baby's brain at six months? Explore the sensory explosion of depth perception, language mapping, and synaptic growth.
#377: Why the World Feels Too Loud: ADHD and Sensory Processing
Ever feel like the world is turned up to eleven? Explore the link between ADHD and sensory processing disorder with Herman and Corn.
#373: Inside the Cockpit: Youth and Tech in High-Stakes Missions
How do you prepare a 22-year-old for the world's most complex missions? Explore the intersection of youth, stealth tech, and high-stakes warfare.
#356: Beyond the Bottle: The New Science of Alcohol Use Disorder
Explore how 20 years of medical progress transformed our understanding of addiction from a moral failing to a biological reality.