Breathing is something we do every moment of our lives—but few realize how deeply it shapes our brain, emotions, and health. In this Better Brain Podcast episode, we sit down with Dr. Jack Feldman, Distinguished Professor of Neurobiology at UCLA, whose groundbreaking research revealed how specific neurons in the brainstem generate and regulate breathing. His work has transformed our understanding of breathing’s role in consciousness, emotional regulation, and even survival. We cover: The b...
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Breathing is something we do every moment of our lives—but few realize how deeply it shapes our brain, emotions, and health. In this Better Brain Podcast episode, we sit down with Dr. Jack Feldman, Distinguished Professor of Neurobiology at UCLA, whose groundbreaking research revealed how specific neurons in the brainstem generate and regulate breathing. His work has transformed our understanding of breathing’s role in consciousness, emotional regulation, and even survival. We cover: The b...
Anatomy of a Big Wave Surfer: The Hidden Concussion Crisis and the Surfing Brain Health Paradox l Jibreel Cader
The Better Brain Podcast
1 hour 55 minutes
4 months ago
Anatomy of a Big Wave Surfer: The Hidden Concussion Crisis and the Surfing Brain Health Paradox l Jibreel Cader
What really happens to the brain when surfers face 50-foot waves? And could surfing—despite its risks—actually protect the brain from aging and dementia? UCLA medical student and surfer Jibreel Cader joins the Better Brain Podcast to explore the Anatomy of a Big Wave Surfer. We dive into the brutal physics behind big wave surfing, breaking down shocking wipeout videos and the hidden forces that few outside the surf world understand. We then investigate a silent epidemic: concussio...
The Better Brain Podcast
Breathing is something we do every moment of our lives—but few realize how deeply it shapes our brain, emotions, and health. In this Better Brain Podcast episode, we sit down with Dr. Jack Feldman, Distinguished Professor of Neurobiology at UCLA, whose groundbreaking research revealed how specific neurons in the brainstem generate and regulate breathing. His work has transformed our understanding of breathing’s role in consciousness, emotional regulation, and even survival. We cover: The b...