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The Create and Grow Your Brain Capital Podcast

Genein Letford

150 episodes

4 days ago

From Disney’s stage to Marvel stunt shows, from aerial silks to real estate ventures, Katrina “Kat” Hughes has lived a life of artistry, entrepreneurship, and fearless reinvention. In this episode, Genein sits down with Kat to explore how her career in dance, stunts, and music shaped her philosophy on leadership, self-expression, and resilience—and why she believes the arts are not just entertainment, but essential brain capital for both kids and adults. Kat shares her inspiring journey from ...

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From Disney’s stage to Marvel stunt shows, from aerial silks to real estate ventures, Katrina “Kat” Hughes has lived a life of artistry, entrepreneurship, and fearless reinvention. In this episode, Genein sits down with Kat to explore how her career in dance, stunts, and music shaped her philosophy on leadership, self-expression, and resilience—and why she believes the arts are not just entertainment, but essential brain capital for both kids and adults. Kat shares her inspiring journey from ...

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Entrepreneurship

Self-Improvement

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The Create and Grow Your Brain Capital Podcast

Episode #151 Building Brilliant Minds and Brave Hearts with “Kat” Hughes

From Disney’s stage to Marvel stunt shows, from aerial silks to real estate ventures, Katrina “Kat” Hughes has lived a life of artistry, entrepreneurship, and fearless reinvention. In this episode, Genein sits down with Kat to explore how her career in dance, stunts, and music shaped her philosophy on leadership, self-expression, and resilience—and why she believes the arts are not just entertainment, but essential brain capital for both kids and adults. Kat shares her inspiring journey from ...

4 days ago

1 hour

The Create and Grow Your Brain Capital Podcast

Episode #150 Music as Brain Capital with Mindy Peterson

What if music isn’t just entertainment—but a pathway to health, resilience, creativity, and human flourishing? In this inspiring episode, Genein sits down with Mindy Peterson, longtime music educator and host of the Enhance Life with Music podcast, to explore the transformative role music plays in shaping our brains, our communities, and our lives. Mindy shares her journey from growing up in a home where piano practice was a family affair to building a career at the intersections of music, b...

1 week ago

48 minutes

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Episode #149 Creative Intelligence (CQ), Curiosity & Leading Through Disruption with Veronica Scarpellino

What happens when an artist’s eye meets executive strategy? In this energizing conversation, Genein and Veronica explore Creative Intelligence (CQ)—the dynamic interplay of creative thinking, emotions, and strategic action—and how it powers adaptability, innovation, and leadership clarity. From inattentional blindness (👋🏽 “invisible gorilla”) to the magic of hands-on making, from journaling to forced metaphors, you’ll hear practical ways to grow your Brain Capital: curiosity, creativity, resi...

2 weeks ago

58 minutes

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Episode #148 Beats, Brains, and Health Justice: Stoke Neurosurgeon Transforms Stroke Prevention with the Arts

In this episode, we sit down with Dr. Olajide Williams to explore how stroke awareness, prevention, and treatment intersect with culture, equity, and the arts. He shares both personal insights and groundbreaking research that has saved lives in Harlem and beyond. Together, we discuss: * The urgent reality of stroke – why every minute counts (“time is brain”). * Why stroke disproportionately affects Black and Brown communities—and tragically, at younger ages. * The treatment window: from clot-...

3 weeks ago

39 minutes

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Episode #147 Rethinking Ingredients: Food, Brain Health, and Business

In this joyful episode, Amy Graves shares her personal journey of developing food allergies later in life and how it inspired her to create Hidden Consumers Consulting. She discusses the often overlooked connection between lab created ingredients and brain health, explaining how nutrient poor, calorie dense additives can negatively affect both body and mind. Backed by peer reviewed research, Amy reveals why food companies need to rethink their ingredients and marketing strategies if they want...

1 month ago

50 minutes

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Episode #146 Brains, Bytes, and Breakthroughs: Redefining Dementia Prevention and Diagnosis with Dr. Reza

In this episode, Dr. Reza shares his journey from cancer survivor and naval engineer to neuropsychiatrist, innovator, and founder of multiple healthcare startups. Drawing on his experience diagnosing over 1,000 families with dementia and building companies that push the boundaries of brain health and workflow automation, Reza brings a unique perspective at the intersection of medicine, technology, and human connection. Listeners will learn how AI enhanced tools, digital biomarkers, and creati...

1 month ago

58 minutes

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Episode #145 How to Have a Stronger Memory, a Healthier Brain, and a Brighter Future

In this episode, Dr. Linda Sasser explores the lifestyle practices that research shows are essential for maintaining brain health. As one of the speakers for our 2025 Brain Capital Conference in Phoenix, AZ on September 6th, 20205, she highlights modifiable risk factors that, if addressed, could reduce the incidence of dementia by up to 40 percent. Dr. Sasser also discusses the vital role of attention in memory function and reframes memory as a skill that can be improved rather than a fixed c...

2 months ago

34 minutes

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Episode #144 Move. Think. Rest.: Redefining Productivity to Enhance Brain Capital with Dr. Natalie Nixon

In a world obsessed with hustle, Dr. Natalie Nixon invites us to rethink what it truly means to be productive. Drawing from her latest book, Move. Think. Rest., she offers a fresh, human-centered framework for work—one that integrates motion, reflection, and recovery as the fuel for creativity, innovation, and sustainable success. As burnout, remote fatigue, and digital overload rise, Dr. Nixon shares how leaders and teams can cultivate space for strategic thinking, resilience, and imaginativ...

2 months ago

55 minutes

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Episode #143 Humor as Healing: The Transformational Power of Play with Barbara Ann Michaels

In a world where loneliness and disconnection are on the rise, humor stands as a powerful—and often overlooked—path to healing, joy, and reconnection. In this uplifting episode, performance artist and interfaith minister Barbara Ann Michaels, the Jester of the Peace, invites us into HumorVille, her imaginative pop-up town of participatory performances designed to help people feel seen, heard, celebrated, and connected. Barbara explores how humor is more than entertainment—it’s a human right,...

2 months ago

38 minutes

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Episode #142 The 5 A.M. Comeback: Golf, Growth & Grit with Matt Cook

In this powerful episode, former pro golfer and podcast executive Matt Cook takes us inside The 5 A.M. Comeback—his personal journey to return to competitive golf while undergoing a full-body transformation: physically, mentally, and spiritually. But this is about more than the game. It’s about redefining what’s possible, even when life is full, careers are demanding, and doubts try to take hold. Matt shares how podcasting has become a tool for amplifying purpose, deepening self-awareness, an...

2 months ago

51 minutes

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Episode #141 Cultivating Creative and Cognitive Flexibility to Build Brain Capital

In a world where change is constant and ambiguity is the norm, leaders must go beyond traditional thinking. In this inspiring episode, we explore how applied improvisation offers powerful tools for navigating uncertainty, tapping into creativity, and leading with agility. Our guest, Michelle James, brings over two decades of experience guiding leaders, teams, and organizations through the dynamic world of improv-based learning. Today, we’re joined by the brilliant Michelle James—a true pione...

2 months ago

50 minutes

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Episode #140 Getting In the Flow of Brain Capital with Diane Allen

What if the key to peak performance and fulfillment isn’t working harder—but tapping into your Flow State? In this transformative episode, we welcome Diane Allen, a 15-year Concertmaster (lead violinist), international keynote speaker, and bestselling author of Flow: Unlock Your Genius, Love What You Do. Diane shares how her journey from the concert stage to the global stage led her to develop the Flow Strategy™, a powerful method that helps individuals and teams access their zone of brillia...

3 months ago

1 hour 2 minutes

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Episode #139 The Sound of Silence: Breaking the Silence on Epilepsy with Ameena Aimen

In this compelling episode, we speak with Ameena Aimen, a Pakistani medical student, person living with juvenile myoclonic epilepsy, and the visionary founder of Brain Bridge—an initiative working to transform epilepsy awareness through education, empowerment, and community outreach. Ameena Aimen, a Pakistani medical student, person living with juvenile myoclonic epilepsy, and the visionary founder of Brain Bridge—an initiative working to transform epilepsy awareness through education, empow...

3 months ago

31 minutes

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Episode #138 Creative Endurance with Purpose — Hassan Fadli’s Mission to Beat Alzheimer’s

In this powerful episode, we meet Hassan Fadli, founder of 5 Ironmans Beat Alzheimer’s (5IBA)—a global grassroots movement born from a deeply personal journey. After his father’s Alzheimer’s diagnosis, Hassan, a seasoned R&D leader and materials engineer with a career spanning six countries, decided to act. Inspired by his father’s courage, he launched 5IBA to raise awareness around brain health, dementia, and early prevention. Through the extraordinary challenge of completing five Ironm...

3 months ago

47 minutes

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Episode #137 How Language Affects Creative Thinking and Brain Health with Avishta Seeras

In this inspiring episode, we dive into the world of cultural diplomacy and language advocacy with Avishta Seeras, a dynamic multilingual strategist working at the intersection of social impact, global engagement, and digital communication. With roots and professional experience spanning four countries, Avishta brings a rich global perspective to her work in promoting cultural diversity, multilingual education, and language rights. As Co-Chair of the Global Coalition for Language Rights and ...

4 months ago

55 minutes

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Episode #136 Movement with a Message: How Training at Cirque De Soleil Transfers to Leadership In Corporate America

In this luminous episode of the Create and Grow Your Brain Capital podcast, I have the joy of speaking with Caitlan Maggs—movement expert, creativity director, former ballerina, and 20-year Artistic Expert with Cirque du Soleil. 🩰 From performing alongside legends like Nureyev and Baryshnikov to shaping artists at Cirque and now leading creativity workshops around the world, Caitlan’s journey is nothing short of extraordinary. 💡 In our conversation, Caitlan shares: * How creativity is a mi...

4 months ago

40 minutes

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Episode #135 The Neuroscience of DJ’ing: Using The Power of Music for Social Influence, Team Leadership and Brain Health

🎧 What Can a DJ Teach Us About Leadership, Creativity, and Business? Short answer: A lot more than you might think. In this energizing new episode of the Create and Grow Your Brain Capital podcast, I’m joined by the dynamic Amani Roberts—internationally renowned speaker, author, and DJ—who is on a mission to reawaken the creative spark in hospitality and music professionals around the globe. 🎵 Amani shares: * How the DJ mindset—reading a room, adapting in real-time, managing energy—applie...

4 months ago

45 minutes

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Episode #134 Finding Calm with Brain Health - Julie F. Skolnick

In this compelling episode of the Create and Grow Your Brain Capital podcast, I sit down with Julie F. Rosenbaum Skolnick, M.A., J.D., Founder of With Understanding Comes Calm, LLC—a global leader in supporting and empowering the twice-exceptional (2e) community. 🎧 Julie shares: Her deeply personal journey raising three 2e childrenWhy she created a strengths-based, empowering model for navigating giftedness and learning differencesHow her work has grown to serve parents, educators, and 2e ad...

4 months ago

30 minutes

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Episode #133 To Be or Not To Be a Leader:The Leadership & Brain Benefits of Improv

In this dynamic episode, Meredith joins us to discuss how to create presentations that resonate deeply with your audience. Discover her expert tips on simplifying complex ideas, leveraging storytelling to inspire action, and ensuring your message stands out—whether you're presenting on stage, in meetings, or on camera. Meridith Grundei is a dynamic public speaking coach and innovative experience architect dedicated to helping leaders and entrepreneurs transform complex ideas into compelling, ...

5 months ago

31 minutes

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Episode #132 How Singing Prevents Dementia and Builds the Brain Capital of Leaders

Join us for an uplifting conversation with Davin Youngs—singer, sound healing artist, keynote speaker, and "magician of the soul," as described by bestselling author Elizabeth Gilbert. Davin passionately explores the transformational power of singing, voice, and sound, sharing insights into how these powerful tools catalyze personal and collective growth. Singer, sound healing artist and keynote speaker, Davin Youngs has been described by Eat, Pray, Love author, Elizabeth Gilbert as a "magici...

5 months ago

1 hour