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Change Your Mind with New Scientist

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Change Your Mind from New Scientist brings you the brain health advice you really need to know. Every week, award‑winning science journalists Cat de Lange and Helen Thomson cut through wellness hype to find out what actually keeps your mind sharp, your mood steady and your memory strong. As friends, they’ve spent decades swapping stories, testing trends and exploring the latest neuroscience, and t... more

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We all know how important sleep is for our health, it’s a chance to rest our body and mind, but what if it’s also a vital opportunity for the brain to clear away waste?

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Brendon Stubbs
Assistant Professor in Mental and Brain Health at the Medical University of Vienna; Clinical Senior Lecturer at King's College London
Medical University of Vienna; King's College London
Episode: Exercise - What’s the right dose for your brain?
Lucy Foulkes
Psychologist at the University of Oxford who researches mental health and social development in adolescence
University of Oxford
Episode: Adolescence - What's going on with teenage mental health?
Kevin Tracey
Neurosurgeon, president and CEO of the Feinstein Institutes for Medical Research, expert on vagus nerve and inflammation
Feinstein Institutes for Medical Research, Northwell Health
Episode: The Vagus Nerve - Could this be the key to reducing your inflammation?
Matt White
Health and environmental psychologist; senior scientist at Vienna CogSci Hub
Vienna Cognitive Science Hub
Episode: Blue Spaces - How spending time near water can boost your mental health
Caroline Hickman
Psychotherapist specializing in climate aware therapy; conducted large-scale eco-anxiety research
University of Bath
Episode: Eco-anxiety - How to Cope with your Stress about Climate Change
Yaakov Stern
Professor of Neuropsychology at Columbia University, pioneer of cognitive reserve concept
Columbia University
Episode: Cognitive Reserve - How to Future-Proof your Brain
Paul Kenny
Professor of Neuroscience, Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai; expert on brain reward and motivation systems
Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai
Episode: Ozempic: Could Weight-Loss Drugs have Surprising Brain Benefits?
Claudia Hammond
Award-winning broadcaster, author and psychology lecturer
University of Sussex (visiting professor)
Episode: Rest - How Taking a Break Can Boost Your Brain
Astrid Nehlig
emeritus research director at the French Institute of Health and Medical Research
French Institute of Health and Medical Research (INSERM)
Episode: Caffeine - Could Your Morning Coffee be Protecting Your Brain?

Hosts

Cat de Lange
Host of Change Your Mind; New Scientist science journalist focused on brain health and debunking hype
Helen Thomson
Co-host of Change Your Mind; New Scientist science journalist and presenter

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 143 ratings
  • Great Podcast!!

    Favourite podcast ever, not only the content is really well explained and relevant but also Cat and Helen make it human and real, they're friendly and authentic. You can learn and at the same time you can feel validated because this authenticity in the way they talk about important issues. A gift every week, thank you so much for your work!!!!!!!!!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Inc2012de
    Germanya month ago
  • Thoughtful and enjoyable

    Very much enjoy these episodes with the right balance of science and everyday application. The presenters’ reflections on how they apply the science to their lives also make the podcast accessible and translate the science into the every day/mundane which is what we are all looking to do! Great range of topics, guests and dipping into the empirical evidence.

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    Jonesx1x1
    United Kingdom2 months ago
  • Great Pod.

    I’m really enjoying listening to Cat & Helen. Really relaxing listen - you can tell they’re friends. Love the topics each week; they’re a fresh look at brain/mind/body topics that’s really accessible & interesting. I actually drink my coffee very differently these days thanks to the coffee episode (& actually prefer black - who knew?). Thanks!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Feeerrris
    United Kingdom2 months ago
  • Presenters not for me!

    One of them had a really irritating tone to her voice and sounds just like any other ‘influencer on TikTok’. She’s quite unrelatable. Shame, the New Scientist didn’t consider a different approach with presenter choice.

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    Uglybatty
    United Kingdom3 months ago
  • Perfect blend of science and chat

    Loving this podcast!

    Well researched and well presented. I’m fascinated with brain health & this feels accessible to my ( non-scientist ) brain while not at all patronising. Excellent work.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Bryony6
    United Kingdom4 months ago

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The tone is approachable and not condescending while maintaining rigor.
Guests are well-chosen and the host dynamic keeps topics engaging.
Audience appreciates practical tips that translate research into everyday life.
Listeners praise the show for clear explanations of complex science.

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How this podcast ranks in the Apple Podcasts, Spotify and YouTube charts.

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#46
United Kingdom/Science
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#41
United Kingdom/Science
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#222
Canada/Science
Apple Podcasts
#91
Australia/Science
Apple Podcasts
#175
Italy/Science
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#33
South Africa/Science

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Exercise - What’s the right dose for your brain?
Q: What is happening in the brain and body to cause these benefits?
A range of mechanisms are involved: brain plasticity markers like BDNF increase with activity, muscle-derived signals (myokines) help reduce peripheral inflammation, and changes in brain structure (e.g., hippocampal volume) accompany regular exercise, contributing to better memory and mood.
The Vagus Nerve - Could this be the key to reducing your inflammation?
Q: Should healthy people start worrying about vagus nerve stimulation, or are there safer, established routes to health right now?
The expert suggests sticking with proven healthy-lifestyle practices (balanced diet, rest, social connections, exercise) and only considering FDA-approved devices for specific conditions, with more data needed before broad recommendations.
Blue Spaces - How spending time near water can boost your mental health
Q: Which blue spaces are best, and how do on-site experiences compare to open water?
Research shows beaches, shores, and rivers often yield strong benefits, with open water swimming offering exhilaration but higher anxiety; overall, blue spaces near land (edges) tend to be most beneficial, and blue-green space interactions are especially potent.
Blue Spaces - How spending time near water can boost your mental health
Q: What got you into blue spaces research and why are they important?
Matt explains that blue spaces emerged as a focus after initial work on green spaces; coastal and aquatic environments offer unique atmospheric cues, like light reflections and water sounds, that capture attention and support mental health in ways that go beyond greenery.
Eco-anxiety - How to Cope with your Stress about Climate Change
Q: How big is the problem in concrete terms, especially for young people across different countries?
The episode cites large-scale research across 10 countries showing widespread daily living impacts and a majority of youths experiencing a mix of sadness, fear, and anxiety, with significant portions believing humanity might be doomed, underscoring its global reach.

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Science-forward discussions on brain health, cognitive wellness, and debunking wellness hype. Episodes routinely unpack neuroscience topics—from GLP-1 biology and mood effects to rest, caffeine, brain training, and anxiety—featuring expert guests and practitioner-level takeaways. The show blends rigorous science with accessible conversation and practical tips, aiming to separate hype from evidence and equip listeners with actionable steps for mental sharpness, mood stability, and healthier brains. A notable strength is the mix of high-profile researchers, clinicians, and science communicators, presented in a friendly duo-host format that keeps complex topics engaging and relatable for a broad audience.

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7. Paul Kenny
8. Claudia Hammond

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