Best Lindemann Podcasts (2025)

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Why We're Obsessed with Reality TV with Professor Danielle Lindemann 44:22

14d ago44:22

44:22

Why are we so obsessed with reality TV? In this episode, Liat sits down with cultural sociologist and Bachelor Nation expert Dr. Danielle Lindemann to break down the behavioral science behind our favorite trainwrecks. From parasocial relationships and unconditioned reinforcers to casting archetypes and cult-like manipulation, we dive into what keep…

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That's Not My Name, Girl (feat. The Ting Tings) 48:11

4d ago48:11

48:11

Manchester legends The Ting Tings are our newest Main Pod Girls, touching on their whole career, from "That's Not My Name" to the newest album, Home! We also play a new game called Know Your Wiki.By Popheads

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Aquaculture Ecology (SUSTAINABLE OCEAN FOODS) with Ben Halpern 1:25:08

5d ago1:25:08

1:25:08

Farmed versus wild. Basement shrimp hustles. Mangrove drama. Anthropology. Animal welfare and plant-based diets. Climb aboard to meet UCSB’s super cool dude, researcher and Aquaculture Ecologist, Dr. Ben Halpern. You’ll hear about sustainable food sources, land vs. sea farming, bycatch, shellfish guilt, salmon who wear makeup, global marine populat…

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Bonus Episode: THE U.S. CONSTITUTION. Let's read it together. 1:25:02

9d ago1:25:02

1:25:02

Have you ever read every word of The U.S. Constitution? You don't have to, because I read it with my mouth into your brain in this weird but vital episode on civil liberties. And of course, there are little sidenotes to make sure we both understand it. There has never been a better time to know what your legal protections are. This episode is a fol…

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What is True Modesty? - with Kristen Miele | Ep. #33 47:03

11d ago47:03

47:03

What's God's fashion advice? How can we mix our creativity in how we dress along with respect for our bodies? How do we have conversations at home about dressing in a way that truly values ourselves? Kristen Miele, a Christian sex educator with over 15 years of experience, shares her knowledge on biblical insight as well as her own experience. We h…

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Macrophycology (SEAWEED) with Patrick Martone, Charles Yarish, Danielle McHaskell, Angela Jones, and Becky Swerida 1:30:20

12d ago1:30:20

1:30:20

Moonlit seaweeds. Dreamy underwater forests. Mounds of beach debris. Not plants. Let’s talk about where seaweed grows and whether or not it will save us all. Macrophycology means “big-ass algae” so let’s join five dazzling seaweed enthusiasts: guest-in-chief Dr. Patrick Martone of the University of British Columbia, UConn Professor Emeritus and “gr…

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Cryptology (SECRET CODES) with Simon Singh 1:15:17

19d ago1:15:17

1:15:17

Secret ciphers. Hidden treasure. Enigma breakers. Mysterious manuscripts. And … hog Latin. Cryptology expert and author of “The Code Book,” Simon Singh finally lets me ask him about the small mistakes that lost huge battles, the prison plots of Mary Queen of Scots, a cryptology reality show that I wish existed, the legacy of Alan Turing, Indigenous…

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Supporting My Child in an Unsafe World - Sandra Lowen | Ep. #32 1:22:55

25d ago1:22:55

1:22:55

Sandra Lowen shares heartfelt insights on parenting in today’s increasingly unsafe and hypersexualized world. We explore how to truly support our children through complex challenges like low self-esteem, exposure to pornography, and questions around masturbation—topics often difficult to address, especially within a faith-based context. Sandra spea…

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Urocyonology (LITTLE GRAY FOXES) with Bill Leikam 1:13:01

26d ago1:13:01

1:13:01

Bushy tails! Stinky butts! Faces so cute you weep! Let’s talk foxes – specifically the little gray ones you never knew you loved. Fox behavioral expert, researcher, conservationist, author of “The Road to Fox Hollow” and Urocyonologist Bill Leikam chats about fuzzy foxes, baby names, parental strategies, where they live, what they eat, advice for p…

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The Behavioral Lens of Psychopaths with Presley Wanner (Part 2) 54:04

28d ago54:04

54:04

Get ready for round two as Presley dives even deeper into the dark and twisted world of Jeffrey Dahmer—but this time, through the behavior analytic lens you didn’t know you needed. In Part 2, we dissect Dahmer’s behavior chain step by step, breaking down the environmental variables, reinforcement histories, and learned behaviors that shaped one of …

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Maritime Archaeology (SHIPWRECKS) Encore with Chanelle Zaphiropoulos 1:39:08

1M ago1:39:08

1:39:08

Shipwrecks. Treasure. Sunken planes. Scuttled submarines. New life forming around old machinery. There’s an -ology for that -- just ask Maritime Archaeologist and wreck nerd Chanelle Zaphiropoulos. This absolutely charming and passionate scuba diver, history buff and antiquities scholar dishes about pirates, warships, admirals worth admiring, and s…

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The Behavioral Lens of Psychopaths with Presley Wanner (Part 1) 39:21

1M ago39:21

39:21

What do you get when you mix true crime obsession with behavioral science? A badass criminologist BCBA like Presley Wanner. In Part 1 of this two-part banger, Liat sits down with Presley to hear how her love of crime and behavior led her to blend criminology with ABA (yes, it’s as cool as it sounds). Presley shares her journey into the world of cri…

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Verona Pod Girl (feat. Evan Bogart & Justin Gray) 50:22

1M ago50:22

50:22

Evan Bogart, known for writing #1 hits like "Halo" by Beyoncé and "SOS" by Rihanna, returns to the podcast with his cowriter Justin Gray to discuss their new movie musical Juliet & Romeo, out in theaters now! We also introduce a new game called Stunt Casting.By Popheads

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Against the Norm | Ep. #31 34:48

1M ago34:48

34:48

In this episode we take a look at what's normal and how it can become a dangerous trap to slip into. Human beings have a natural instinct to fit in, and if we aren't mindful about the influence of our environment, we can end up fitting into something that isn't even good for us. This affects parents and children alike. Here we take a look at the cu…

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Araneology (SPIDERS) with Marshal Hedin 1:33:05

1M ago1:33:05

1:33:05

Why would a spider have a frog best friend? Why do they love your shower? Does lemon repel them? Should you rehome them outside? Why so hairy? How do you identify the harmless ones? Which ones get kinky? Hey. This will be fun. If you’re afraid of spiders, this is the best first step to conquering that fear forever. If you love spiders, you’re in go…

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Shiny Happy People Cult to Stand Up Comedy with Davey Jackson (Part 2) 1:38:33

1M ago1:38:33

1:38:33

In part two of this wild 2-part convo, Liat chats with comedian and cult survivor Davey Jackson. In this second half, things get even deeper—and somehow even funnier. Davey opens up about the psychological fallout of leaving a cult, the behavioral patterns that kept him stuck, and how comedy became his unexpected lifeline. Liat and Davey break down…

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Artificial Intelligence Ethicology (WILL A.I. CRASH OUT?) with Abeba Birhane 1:15:32

2M ago1:15:32

1:15:32

Who’s babysitting AI? Will it steal your job? What happens when you’re rude to a chatbot? Cognitive scientist, Trinity College professor and Artificial Intelligence Ethicologist Dr. Abeba Birhane lets me ask her not-smart questions about legislation around AI, auditing datasets, environmental impacts, booby traps, doorbell narcs, commonly used fall…

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Mary Poppins Girl (feat. Dora Jar) 44:24

2M ago44:24

44:24

Dora Jar joins the podcast to chat about her debut album, new song "Lucky", and the fan favorite "Ragdoll"— which has more layers to it than any of us expected! We also play a game of Song Interrogation.By Popheads

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Shiny Happy People Cult to Stand Up Comedy with Davey Jackson (Part 1) 37:21

2M ago37:21

37:21

In part one of this wild 2-part convo, Liat chats with comedian and cult survivor Davey Jackson. From escaping a high-control group to crushing it on stage, Davey’s story is raw, real, and ridiculously funny. You’ll laugh, gasp, and maybe even have a new crush. Behavior Concepts Covered: Pairing Behavior Contract Stimulus Discrimination Modeling Op…

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Memory Pod Girl (feat. Jensen McRae) 51:15

2M ago51:15

51:15

Jensen McRae is our newest Main Pod Girl and she's here to talk about her viral song "Massachusetts" and her new album I Don't Know How But They Found Me! We also play a game of Song SuperlativesBy Popheads

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Birds and Bees - with Mary Flo and Megan | Ep. #30 31:37

2M ago31:37

31:37

Don't miss this episode, an interview with the brilliant duo, Mary Flo and Megan, two lovely ladies who partnered to create Birds & Bees, which revolutionizes "The Talk" about sex into something so much easier - approachable, everyday conversations that build up over time. Here we talk about finding our voice in this important topic, and making tha…

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Salugenology (WHY HUMANS REQUIRE HOBBIES) Part 2 with Julia Hotz 53:44

2M ago53:44

53:44

It’s Part 2 of how to fix your life with hobbies! Pretty much. Journalist/author of “The Connection Cure” Julia Hotz explains the science behind forest bathing, how privilege affects accessibility to hobbies and what to do about it, how to figure out what lights you up, how to schedule time for hobbies if you have no time to do hobbies, why I used …

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Beyond the Science with Jeron Trotman 58:43

2M ago58:43

58:43

This week, Liat sits down with Jeron Trotman—a badass BCBA who's redefining what it means to show up authentically in the field of behavior analysis. From his Bronx roots to making waves in boardrooms, Jeron shares how environment shapes behavior, why representation matters, and how he’s breaking barriers in a field that desperately needs it. Expec…

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Salugenology (WHY HUMANS REQUIRE HOBBIES) Part 1 with Julia Hotz 1:06:35

2M ago1:06:35

1:06:35

Crafting. Motorcycle repair. Banjo lessons. Hobbies aren’t a reward, but tools to save your mental and physical health. Journalist/author of “The Connection Cure,” — and professional Salugenology expert — Julia Hotz explains the science behind going outside, rediscovering what makes you happy, scheduling time for hobbies if you have no time for hob…

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The Hidden Danger of Ai 52:01

2M ago52:01

52:01

Ai or AGi is a helpful technology that most people use every day without even realizing it. Are you ready for AGi? And, are you aware of the hidden dangers of Ai and AGi?

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Sexual Understanding, Then and Now - with HN Couples, Sebastian and Daria | Ep. #29 50:48

2M ago50:48

50:48

In this episode we piece through how both Daria and Sebastian learned about sex, how it was going through puberty and where they are today. Going through puberty is generally a challenge for everyone. Daria and Sebastian share open and honestly about their experiences. Then we get to, how can we make it better? What kind of support helped them get …

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Shordie Pod Girl (feat. Jessie Reyez) 22:46

2M ago22:46

22:46

Our newest Main Pod Girl, Jessie Reyez, is responsible for massive hits and incredible albums, and now she's here to discuss her newest record, Paid in Memories. We also play a game of Song Interrogation.By Popheads

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Climate Fervorology (ECO-ADVOCACY WITHOUT IT BEING A BUMMER) with AJR’s Adam Met 1:19:58

2M ago1:19:58

1:19:58

Cleaner energy! Reasoning with climate deniers! Using fandom to pass policy! And not burning out. Adam Met, of the colossal indie pop band AJR is also a career climate activist, an International Human Rights Law PhD, adjunct professor at Columbia University, and the author of the upcoming book “Amplify: How to Use the Power of Connection to Engage,…

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Behavior Smackdown with Pro Wrestler Damo McCullough 50:13

2M ago50:13

50:13

Get ready to rumble! This week, we’re body-slamming into the world of pro wrestling with Damo McCullough—professional wrestler, gym owner, family guy, and Liat’s personal burpee dictator. Damo’s spilling all the secrets on how wrestlers use behavioral science to pump up the crowd, master insane moves, and keep the drama flowing like pyro on a champ…

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Discard Anthropology (GARBAGE) Encore with Robin Nagle 1:30:27

3M ago1:30:27

1:30:27

Landfills! Treasures in the trash! Corporate conspiracies! Composting! An instantly classic conversation with the incredibly knowledgeable, frank and wonderful Dr. Robin Nagle of New York University’s Liberal Studies! She is a clinical professor, author, TED speaker and former New York City sanitation worker and truly the best person on Earth to tr…

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Interview with the Author of "Welcome, Baby!" - with Soyung Pak | Ep. #28 49:24

3M ago49:24

49:24

Soyung Pak, a children's book author and mom of 3, decided to change the way to talk in their family about sex, by answering her children's questions instead of running away from them. Then she shared that with the world in her book, "Welcome, Baby!" In this episode we talk about how this book is a great foundation and conversation starter for chil…

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Should We Celebrate Passover? If So, When? 57:40

3M ago57:40

57:40

It is little known that Passover is to be observed every year at the appointed time. But the question is, when is that appointed time and are we observing Passover on the correct day? Prepare to challenge your thinking for this paradigm shift on Passover!

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Medieval Codicology (WEIRD MEDIEVAL MANUSCRIPT ART & MEMES & SNAILS) with Evan Pridmore 1:14:58

3M ago1:14:58

1:14:58

Medieval art memes! Human-faced animals! Drunk monks! And a preponderance of snails. Middle Ages manuscript expert, art history communicator, and Medieval Codicologist Evan Pridmore covers: what those golden illuminated Middle Ages manuscripts were made of, who drew them, why were people sometimes naked in them, what art trends came and went – and …

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From BCBA to Bachelor Nation with Parisa Shifteh 1:00:23

3M ago1:00:23

1:00:23

Ever wondered what it’s really like to be on The Bachelor? Well, today we’ve got the inside scoop from none other than Parisa Shifteh, BCBA and contestant from Season 29! Parisa may have left in week 4, but she’s here to spill all the behind-the-scenes tea—like how she landed on the boldest first convo of the season (yes, the PowerPoint was 100% he…

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Domestic Phytology (HOUSEPLANTS) with Tyler Thrasher 1:33:57

3M ago1:33:57

1:33:57

Fungus gnats. Overloved cacti. Fiddle fig failures. $20,000 specimens. It’s house plants — and it’s wild, folks. Widely beloved author, artist, house plant expert and Domestic Phytologist Tyler Thrasher joins to talk about root rot, what to grow in a dark basement, the rarest plants in the world, the punishments for poaching them, grow lights for p…

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Sex Ed Reclaimed - with Kristen Miele | Ep. #27 46:48

3M ago46:48

46:48

Listen in to this episode with Kristen Miele, a remarkable Christian mom and sexual education expert, who has devoted 15 years to empowering children, parents and faith communities. Discover how she has integrated God's revelation into her sex education. She offers practical advice, scientific information, as well as encouragement for kids and pare…

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Louder, Pod Girl (feat. Rose Gray) 27:12

3M ago27:12

27:12

2025's new it girl, Rose Gray, joins the podcast to reflect on the release of her debut album Louder, Please and tease its upcoming sister album coming later this year.By Popheads

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Post-Viral Epidemiology (LONG COVID) Part 2 with Wes Ely 1:00:08

3M ago1:00:08

1:00:08

Long Covid Part 2: Treatments. Studies. Histamines. Hormones. POTS. Clots. Hearts. Hope. Highly-respected Long Covid expert, Dr. Wes Ely, is back for all of your listener questions. We also check in with Physics Girl Diana Cowern on her years-long struggle with the disease. So start with Part 1, and then finish up with this episode addressing all y…

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Autism, Polyvagal Theory & the ABA Debate with Sean Inderbitzen 1:20:27

3M ago1:20:27

1:20:27

In this episode, Liat sits down with Sean Inderbitzen, author of Autism in Polyvagal Terms, to break down the science behind neuroception, how the nervous system shapes behavior, and what the Polyvagal Theory means for understanding autism. They also dive into the heated world of ABA criticism—how to handle the haters, what the field gets right (an…

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Post-Viral Epidemiology (LONG COVID) Part 1 with Wes Ely 55:30

3M ago55:30

55:30

What is Long Covid? Is it real? What does it feel like? Do you have it? And how do you cure it? With fatigue and brain fog, you don’t want to spend hours scrolling through conflicting opinions. So we’ve got you covered with the wonderful and highly-respected pulmonologist and intensive care physician and Long Covid expert, Dr. Wes Ely. So tuck in, …

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Protecting Our Kids Through Open Conversation - with Rashida Shakir | Ep. # 26 30:45

4M ago30:45

30:45

Rashida Shakir, a loving mom of three and a dedicated blogger on awareness on child sexual abuse and parenting, shares how she started her journey. She explains how she speaks with her kids on topics like puberty, safe touch, pornography, all of which do cross a line of cultural norms, but at the same time thousands of parents resonate with her mes…

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Reality TV Sociology (‘TRASH’ TV) with Danielle Lindemann 1:14:24

4M ago1:14:24

1:14:24

Nude strangers. Icy roads. Brain rot. True love. Class warfare. Queer visibility. Scripted ad libs. Sociologist, professor, author of the book “True Story: What Reality TV Says About Us,” and straight up Reality TV Sociologist, Dr. Danielle Lindemann studies human behavior through the lens of pop culture and reality TV. Dr. Lindemann lays out the h…

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Apple Cider Vinegar, Belle Gibson and Faking Cancer with Expert Bill Petrich 1:01:54

4M ago1:01:54

1:01:54

On this week's episode, we sit down with Bill Petrich, a cancer survivor whose own experience opened his eyes to the shocking world of cancer fakers. We discuss the real Belle Gibson from Netflix’s Apple Cider Vinegar, Real Housewives of Orange County’s Brooks Ayers, Scamanda’s Amanda C. Riley, Anatomy of a Lie’s Elizabeth Finch, and more fakers an…

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Field Trip: Activism Art Panel Recorded at WonderCon 35:06

4M ago35:06

35:06

Exactly the inspiration you need. Exactly the perfect time. Pass it on to anyone who loves art and/or speaking up. I went to Comic-Con’s little sister, WonderCon, to moderate a panel on protest art with expert Carol Wells, the founder of the Center for the Study of Political Graphics and C. Andrew Hall, from the Spesh Ep: Functional Magic's Environ…

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DRAG! Pod Girl (feat. Alaska Thunderfuck & Adam Pascal) 37:05

4M ago37:05

37:05

Legendary drag queen Alaska Thunderfuck 5000 and Broadway icon Adam Pascal join Main Pod Girl to talk all about the new off-broadway show, DRAG! The Musical. We also discuss the legacy of the show Rent and play a broadway-themed Pop Quiz.By Popheads

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Cardiology (THE HEART) with Herman Taylor 1:21:24

4M ago1:21:24

1:21:24

It beats. It throws blood. It breaks – but not if Dr. Herman Taylor can help it. He is a physician, professor and director of the Cardiovascular Research Institute at the Morehouse School of Medicine in Atlanta, and an absolute legend. Cardiology is a vast field but Dr. Taylor joined for a 101 on how the heart works, and how to take care of it. Get…

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Congeniality Pod Girl (feat. Sapphira Cristál) 24:29

4M ago24:29

24:29

Drag queen and classically trained opera singer Sapphira Cristál graces the Main Pod Girl studio for a chat about her time on RuPaul's Drag Race, her upcoming album, and more! We also play a game of Fake News Detector and list our Top 5 Beyoncé albums!By Popheads

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Erethizonology (PORCUPINES) with Tim Bean 1:12:56

4M ago1:12:56

1:12:56

Barbs. Grunts. Bone caves. Dogs who got too close. We got porcupines, folks. Dr. Tim Bean of Cal Poly is as charming an ologist you can get, fielding questions about porcupine squeaks, stanks, cartoonish noses, and some romantic gestures that will leave you wanting to bleach your brain. We also cover counting quills, male models, flim-flam about qu…

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Leveling Up: As An Individual vs. As a Family - with Rafael Guignard | Ep. #25 57:06

4M ago57:06

57:06

How do you keep growing as an individual when you’ve got a family to take care of? And how do you get your family on board with a goal you’re passionate about? Rafael Guignard shares the insight he's harvested - from his experience as a life coach as well as his own quest in growth while raising a family. One big takeaway? When you align your perso…

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Brainwave Behavior: Exploring Neurofeedback with Julie Bucalos 1:03:15

4M ago1:03:15

1:03:15

This week on Behavior Bitches, we’re talking all things neurofeedback with Julie Bucalos! Ever wish you could just train your brain to chill out or focus better? Neurofeedback might be the game-changer you didn’t know you needed. Julie breaks down how it works and how it can seriously improve your mental game. It’s science meets self-care, and it’s…

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