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How do you keep your brain healthy? How can you live better every day after being diagnosed with a brain condition? Brain & Life® from the American Academy of Neurology tackles those questions and more in the only podcast dedicated to exploring the intersection of brain health and neurologic disease. Each week neurologist host Dr. Daniel Correa speaks with neurology experts, celebrity advocates, a... more

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In this week's episode of the Brain & Life Podcast, co-hosts Drs. Daniel Correa and Katy Peters are joined by author, educator, and neurologist Dr. Pria Anand. Together, they discuss the wonder and complexity of the human brain, and how storytelling,... more

In this episode of the Brain & Life Podcast, co-host Dr. Daniel Correa is once again joined by Nancy Davis, founder of Race to Erase MS. Nancy discusses bringing leading scientists together through the Center Without Walls to collaborate rather than ... more

On this week's episode of the Brain & Life Podcast, co-host Dr. Katy Peters is joined by Dr. Darby Saxbe, a clinical psychologist and professor of psychology at the University of Southern California who is known for her research on the neurobiologica... more

This episode of the Brain & Life Podcast was recorded live at the American Academy of Neurology's Annual Meeting. Co-hosts Dr. Daniel Correa and Dr. Katy Peters were joined by Jen Pollack from Alzheimer's Association, Rich Brennan from ALS Associatio... more

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Recent Guests

Dr. Pria Anand
Assistant professor of neurology at Boston University School of Medicine; author of The Mind Electric
Boston University School of Medicine
Episode: Exploring the Strangeness and Wonder of Brains with Dr. Pria Anand
Nancy Davis
Founder of Race to Erase MS, nonprofit leader
Race to Erase MS
Episode: Continuing the Race to Erase MS with Nancy Davis
Adam Kaplin
Physician-scientist (psychiatry/neurology) at Johns Hopkins, MS depression researcher
Johns Hopkins University
Episode: Continuing the Race to Erase MS with Nancy Davis
Darby Saxbe
Clinical psychologist and professor of psychology at the University of Southern California
University of Southern California
Episode: Delving Into Dad Brain with Dr. Darby Saxbe
Jen Pollack
Senior Director of Access and Regulatory Policy for the Alzheimer's Association
Alzheimer's Association
Episode: Neurology Advocacy Out Loud: Live from the AAN's Annual Meeting
Julienne Verdi
Executive Director of the Alliance for Headache Disorders Advocacy
Alliance for Headache Disorders Advocacy
Episode: Neurology Advocacy Out Loud: Live from the AAN's Annual Meeting
Rich Brennan
Vice President of Federal Affairs, ALS Association
ALS Association
Episode: Neurology Advocacy Out Loud: Live from the AAN's Annual Meeting
Sabina Nordqvist
Author and disability advocate
Author of It's All in Your Head
Episode: It's All in Your Head with Author and Advocate Sabina Nordqvist
Izzy Woloson
Person with Down syndrome featured in discussion
Family of Izzy Woloson
Episode: Embracing Inclusion and Empowerment with Isabelle and Eliza Woloson

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 236 ratings
  • I love learning something new each time I listen!

    Podcast Addict
    5
    PodcastListenerL
    4 months ago
  • Enjoying the podcast

    I’ve read the magazine for years but just last year found the podcast. It’s the same format of approachable information that isn’t over my head. Really appreciate the podcast!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    k2TX
    United States5 months ago
  • Mix of real world and provider perspectives

    I love how approachable this one is. It’s relatable with the real world experience perspective and balanced by the subject matter expert perspective. I highly recommend.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Masterson031
    United States7 months ago
  • Love this podcast

    This podcast (and magazine) have been a wealth of useful information since my Parkinson’s diagnosis.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Mary63xxx
    United Statesa year ago
  • Fun and Informative Conversations!

    I look forward to this podcast every week. Both hosts have unique personalities and hold such important conversations with their guests. I’m learning so much about brain health!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Emily Meenan
    United Statesa year ago

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Some critiques note occasional oversimplification or the need for broader coverage of rare conditions.
The mix of personal stories and expert insights is consistently valuable for understanding complex neurological topics.
Guests' lived experiences paired with medical context are praised as aStrength for relatable learning.
Listeners appreciate accessible, evidence-based brain health education that stays practical and compassionate.

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Exploring the Strangeness and Wonder of Brains with Dr. Pria Anand
Q: What drew you to write a book that blends neuroscience with human storytelling?
Dr. Anand explains that her clinical practice and experiences with patients showed her how stories illuminate biology and symptoms in ways that textbooks alone cannot capture, making neuroscience more relatable and memorable.
Delving Into Dad Brain with Dr. Darby Saxbe
Q: Can you tell us more about your book and what you mean by Dad Brain?
The book was inspired by personal family experiences and documents longitudinal research showing how men's brains change during the transition to fatherhood, with a focus on how these changes support caregiving and bond formation, while highlighting differences from the maternal brain.
It's All in Your Head with Author and Advocate Sabina Nordqvist
Q: What are some of the most important lessons you've learned from the support groups and your friends there?
The guest shares that community validation, partners and caregivers' involvement, and collective knowledge from diverse experiences helped shape her understanding of living with IIH, reducing isolation and empowering patients to advocate for themselves and others.
It's All in Your Head with Author and Advocate Sabina Nordqvist
Q: Can you tell us more about when you were diagnosed and what it entailed?
Sabina Nordqvist explains how IIH presented with headaches, vision changes, and weight-related considerations, and how she navigated delays in diagnosis before confirming high intracranial pressure, which led to treatment decisions and a broader discussion of her symptoms.
Embracing Inclusion and Empowerment with Isabelle and Eliza Woloson
Q: How should healthcare teams handle communication when a patient is nonverbal or has limited language skills?
View all behaviors as communicative, rely on family caregivers for interpretation, and structure care around understanding the person's lived experience and daily needs.

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What is Brain & Life about and what kind of topics does it cover?

This show blends clinical expertise with lived experience to illuminate brain health and neurological conditions. Episodes frequently pair neurologists or researchers with patients, advocates, or public figures to explore symptoms, diagnosis, treatment options, and daily coping strategies. Highlights include non-motor aspects of diseases, caregiver burnout, patient advocacy, and practical tips for maintaining brain health, often tied to current research, trials, and real-world care pathways. The format typically threads clinical context with personal stories, aiming to educate lay listeners while offering actionable guidance for families and care partners.

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Brain & Life launched 4 years ago and published 229 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.

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Recent guests on Brain & Life include:

1. Dr. Pria Anand
2. Nancy Davis
3. Adam Kaplin
4. Darby Saxbe
5. Jen Pollack
6. Julienne Verdi
7. Rich Brennan
8. Sabina Nordqvist

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