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Performance Neurology with Josh Turknett, MD

Josh Turknett, MD
Neuroplasticity
Music Learning
Learning
Nelson Dellis
Music Education
Motivation
Neuroscience
Discipline
Combinatorial Skills
Pickleball
Music
Banjo
Brain Change
Practice Methods
Motor Skill Learning
Error Rate
Performance Neurology
Memory Techniques
Spaced Practice
Cognitive Neuroscience

Extraordinary minds are built from ordinary brains. This show is about how to build yours — and how to get out of its way when it counts.

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Bryan Sutton is a three-time Grammy winner and one of the most-recorded session guitarists in Nashville, with credits from Garth Brooks and Taylor Swift to Dolly Parton and Doc Watson. Yet, he's driven home from sessions convinced he'd never work in ... more

In this Genius Arc breakdown, Dr. Josh Turknett takes the story of Nelson Dellis — 6× USA Memory Champion and author of Everyday Genius — and runs it through the Genius and Impostor framework from his forthcoming book. You'll see how a man who says h... more

Nelson Dellis can memorize a shuffled deck of cards in under 30 seconds, and he's won the USA Memory Championship six times. But he didn't start with a special memory. He built it from scratch, and he's adamant that nobody wins a memory competition o... more

Dr. Josh Turknett — neurologist and author of The Genius and the Impostor — introduces the show, the framework, and the two characters living inside your brain that determine whether you rise to the moment or fall apart.

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Recent Guests

Bryan Sutton
Three-time Grammy-winning Nashville session guitarist
Nashville music scene
Episode: How 3x Grammy Winner Bryan Sutton Gets Out of His Own Way
Nelson Dellis
6th time US Memory Champion
Memory Championship
Episode: The Genius Arc: How Nelson Dellis Beat the Panic Before His 6th Title

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Dr. Josh Turknet
Host of Brainjo Bites, Dr. Josh Turknet combines expertise in neurology and music to educate listeners on effective practice techniques and the science of learning music.

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 22 ratings
  • Brain training for music

    Excellent accompaniment to the book, and my guitar learning journey.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Genufix
    United States7 months ago
  • Excellent

    What a great was to help us learn to look at building a skill differently. I always find at least one thing to take with me during each podcast.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    sterling1201
    United States2 years ago
  • Brilliant!!

    As a musician, something I’ve become increasingly aware of over the past few ears is that it is CRUCIAL to understand HOW TO PRACTICE. It may seem obvious but overall, it’s not. What I find most compelling about Josh’s advice is that he is both a musician AND a NEUROLOGIST!! Who better qualified to understand the SCIENCE behind how our brains learn. He’s also a big advocate- as am I - of the idea that Talent is that important. IWhat mostly matters is understanding the practice of learning ... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    soundsgood5
    Canada2 years ago
  • Love Dr. Josh’s methods!

    I highly recommend this podcast for the adult learner of any musical instrument. Lots of great information and inspiration!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    sadie's art
    United States3 years ago
  • excellent

    I'm not a banjo player; I find these applicable to learning other things because the examples are very concrete. When I'm stuck, I try approaching something related and the stickiness soon evaporates.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Bob6.022E23
    United States3 years ago

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Feedback frequently highlights the applicability of strategies discussed, extending beyond banjo playing to other skills and disciplines.
The podcast is highly recommended for adult learners, thanks to its relatable insights and approachable learning strategies.
Listeners commend the practical advice on effective music practice, appreciating the scientific approach that Dr. Josh Turknet brings to music education.

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How 3x Grammy Winner Bryan Sutton Gets Out of His Own Way
Q: What is the hardest part about performing under pressure, and how do you handle that in the moment?
The hardest part is getting out of your own way, especially when peering at a room of peers; the solution is external focus, mindfulness, and staying in the present with the music and the people.
How 3x Grammy Winner Bryan Sutton Gets Out of His Own Way
Q: What strategies do you use to quiet the thoughts that creep in before performances?
He uses a mix of awareness, breath work, external focus on the listening environment, and internal strategies from The Inner Game of Music to balance allowing and effort.
How 6x Memory Champion Nelson Dellis Built His Memory From Scratch
Q: How did you move from being middle-of-the-pack to winning multiple times?
Progress came from disciplined, targeted practice on the events that were in the records, monitoring performance with stats, and gradually arming himself with higher-stakes rehearsal, including public practice to reduce stress and improve consistency under pressure.
How 6x Memory Champion Nelson Dellis Built His Memory From Scratch
Q: What actually happens at a memory championship and what is a memory athlete?
Nelson explains that events involve memorizing sequences like decks of cards under time pressure, then re-assembling them in order on stage, with scores based on accuracy first and time second; there are varying formats across championships, but the core challenge is extreme short-term memory and rapid recall.

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Focusing on the intersection of music, neuroscience, and effective practice strategies, a unique exploration of how to enhance musical skills through evidence-based methodologies is provided. Hosted by Dr. Josh Turknet, episodes cover a variety of topics, including the nature of learning, neuroplasticity, and tailored practice methods that encourage improvement and enjoyment in music. Noteworthy is the emphasis on demystifying the learning process, challenging the notion of innate talent, and advocating for accessible practices that everyone can adopt to advance their musical abilities.

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