Dr. Anna Lembke discusses her journey into addiction psychiatry, the role of empathy and radical honesty in treatment, and the concept of hormesis. She also explores how addiction should be treated as a brain disease with an integrated approach and the impact of technology on addiction. Content Warning: This episode contains discussions of addiction and self-harm. Listener discretion is advised. If you or someone you know is struggling, please seek support from a trusted resource. We'...

Explore workplace relationships and employee well-being with Dr. Sharon Sheridan and Sara Krivacek. Learn how expressing gratitude and self-compassion can enhance job satisfaction and workplace harmony, including tips for creating a supportive work environment. We also examine the effects of these practices on leaders and employees, the hurdles to implementing them, and insights from current research in the field.Episode Sponsored by LabfrontLabfront is the platform researchers from ove...

Point-of-care ultrasound specialist Dr. Chanel Fischetti joins host John Drummond to discuss the numerous applications of ultrasound in medicine, ranging from eye examinations to obstetrics. The conversation turns personal as they delve into the themes of mentorship and balancing personal and professional life in the medical field. Show Notes:labfront.com/humanscienceEpisode Sponsored by LabfrontLabfront is the platform researchers from over 100+ institutions trust to streamline their studies...

Episode Highlights(01:25) Discussing Leon's Background, Interests and Journey(09:05) The Creation of 'The Daily Athlete'(12:48) The Structure and Purpose of 'The Daily Athlete'(20:06) Career at Garmin Health(24:16) The Role of Data in Health and Fitness(30:07) Conclusion and Contact InformationResourcesThe Daily AthleteConnect with LeonLinkedInEpisode Sponsored by LabfrontLabfront is the platform researchers from over 100+ institutions trust to streamline their studies and turn real-world dat...

Dr. Jessica Zendler has navigated the realms of academia, startups, and now human performance tech consulting. We'll discuss her transition from academia to industry, how to best assess new technologies and the challenges of balancing quality and innovation in the tech space. Episode Highlights(01:47) Jessica's Academic and Professional Journey(05:04) Measuring Human Movement(12:36) Balancing the Scales: Academia vs Industry(15:08) Tech Talk: Quality vs Novelty(20:09) Unraveling the Qua...

Rafaelle Lancelotta, a therapist, researcher, and advocate for the use of psychedelics for therapeutic purposes, shares their personal and professional journey into the field of psychedelics. The discussion includes the importance of understanding the power of relationships in the healing process, and their research on 'benefit enhancement' strategies for people using psychedelics. Rafaelle also emphasizes the importance of inclusivity and representation in clinical trials to treat mental hea...

Professor Sam Robertson discusses how technology and AI intersect with human aspects in sports. He explores the future of sports data, challenges current thinking about technology's role, and addresses topics like injury prediction and coaching. Sam also introduces his quality framework which pushes for higher standards in sports tech. Episode Highlights:Introduction to Sam Robertson (02:17)The 'Moneyball' Revolution (05:01)The Data Dilemma in Sports (07:57)Ethics and the 'Injury Predict...

Explore the fascinating world of psychoneuroimmunology with Dr. Larry Keen, Director of the Behavioral and Community Health Sciences Program at Virginia State University. Larry discusses the heart-brain connection, substance use, and the health implications of cannabis, providing some colorful analogies along the way. Episode Highlights:[02:19] Larry's academic journey and early curiosities.[05:35] Unraveling the heart-brain connection & substance use.[10:12] Heart Rate Variabi...

In this inaugural episode of Human Science, host John Drummond sits down with renowned author and professor, Dr. Laura Huang, to discuss her journey from engineer and management consultant to her research in business and leadership dynamics. They dive deep into Laura's book "Edge: Turning Adversity into Advantage" and discuss the essence of gaining an edge in life. Laura also gives a sneak peek into her upcoming work on harnessing one's "gut feel" for effective decision-making. Beyond her boo...