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Ready to take control of your brain health? Neurologists Dr. Daniel Correa and Dr. Katy Peters have deep conversations with other neurology experts, celebrity advocates, and people with unforgettable stories. You'll leave each week's episode knowing something new about the brain. The Brain Health Podcast is brought to you by the American Academy of Neurology. Want more? Visit BrainHealth.com to start your journey today.
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On this week's episode of the Brain Health Podcast, host Dr. Daniel Correa is joined by actor Russell Andrews and his fiancée, actress Erica Tazel, along with ALS Network president and CEO Sheri Strahl, about Russell's journey to an ALS diagnosis and how it led him to advocacy. Russell and Erica share their experience navigating the diagnosis and finding ways to use their voices to support the ALS community. Later in the episode, Sheri and Dr. Correa take a deeper look at ALS advocacy and research, including the importance of involving people living with ALS in shaping research and creating meaningful change. Come back next week for part two, diving deeper into voice banking and what the future could look like with new technologies. Additional Resources ALStogether The ALS Network Russell Andrews Making the years count with Brooke Eby, influencer living with ALS Prioritizing comfort and finding laughter with Phil Rosenthal We want to hear from you! Have a question or want to hear a topic featured on the Brain Health Podcast? Record a voicemail at 612-928-6206 Email us at podcast@brainhealth.com Social Media Guests: Russell Andrews @a.russellandrews; Sheri Strahl @youralsnetwork @sheristrahl Hosts: Dr. Daniel Correa @neurodrcorrea; Dr. Katy Peters @KatyPetersMDPhD
On this week's episode of the Brain Health Podcast, co-hosts Drs. Daniel Correa and Katy Peters answer listener questions about some of the worries and uncertainties that can come with living with a neurologic condition or thinking about your brain health. They discuss mental health after a diagnosis, what it means when Alzheimer's disease runs in your family, navigating social situations when you have epilepsy, and more. Additional Resources How to manage anxiety after a neurological diagnosis Voices from the multiple sclerosis community Learn to recognize early signs of neurological conditions in loved ones during the holidays AN, AES and EFA issue position statement on seizures and driving safety Navigating epilepsy: Driving safety and independence with Dr. Proleta Datta From the football field to epilepsy advocacy with CJ Daniels We want to hear from you! Have a question or want to hear a topic featured on the Brain Health Podcast? Record a voicemail at 612-928-6206 Email us at podcast@brainhealth.com Social Media Hosts: Dr. Daniel Correa @neurodrcorrea; Dr. Katy Peters @KatyPetersMDPhD
On this week's episode of the Brain Health Podcast, comedian, writer, and disability advocate Tina Friml joins Dr. Katy Peters to share how living with cerebral palsy has shaped her perspective, her comedy, and her mission to improve disability representation. Dr. Peters is then joined by Dr. Jason Carmel, a child neurologist and motor systems neuroscientist at Columbia University, who explains cerebral palsy and discusses the latest advances in care and treatment. Additional Resources Tina Friml What is cerebral palsy? Josh Blue uses humor to ease the stigma around cerebral palsy We want to hear from you! Have a question or want to hear a topic featured on the Brain Health Podcast? Record a voicemail at 612-928-6206 Email us at podcast@brainhealth.com Social Media Guests: Tina Friml @tinafriml Hosts: Dr. Daniel Correa @neurodrcorrea; Dr. Katy Peters @KatyPetersMDPhD
On this week's episode of the Brain Health Podcast, co-hosts Dr. Daniel Correa and Dr. Katy Peters highlight some of their favorite recent brainhealth.com articles, covering the importance of social connection, creatine's connection to brain health, and more. Additional Resources How a strong social network can help protect your brain health Top 5 tips for better blood pressure from a vascular neurologist How AI chatbots can affect teen mental health Can creatine improve brain health? We want to hear from you! Have a question or want to hear a topic featured on the Brain Health Podcast? Record a voicemail at 612-928-6206 Email us at podcast@brainhealth.com Social Media Hosts: Dr. Daniel Correa @neurodrcorrea; Dr. Katy Peters @KatyPetersMDPhD
On this week's episode of the Brain Health Podcast , co-host Dr. Daniel Correa is joined by Emma Heming Willis, co-founder of Make Time Wellness and New York Times bestselling author. As a continuation of their conversation last week, Emma discusses why caregiver self-care is so important and shares practical ways caregivers can care for themselves while supporting loved ones. Dr. Correa is then joined by Dr. Chiadi Onyike, a psychiatrist, dementia specialist, and professor at Johns Hopkins University who specializes in neurodegenerative diseases, including frontotemporal degeneration. Dr. Onyike explains FTD and importance of mental health support for both people living with FTD and their care partners. Additional Resources Emma Heming Willis Why taking care of yourself is one of the most important things caregivers can do Frontotemporal dementia can unlock creativity in some people Wendy Williams' diagnosis of frontotemporal dementia and aphasia explained We want to hear from you! Have a question or want to hear a topic featured on the Brain & Life Podcast? Record a voicemail at 612-928-6206 Email us at podcast@brainhealth.com Social Media Guests: Emma Heming Willis @emmahemingwillis
On this week's episode of the Brain Health Podcast , co-host Dr. Daniel Correa is joined by Emma Heming Willis, co-founder of Make Time Wellness and New York Times bestselling author. Following her husband Bruce Willis's diagnosis of frontotemporal dementia (FTD), Emma has become a leading advocate for caregivers worldwide. She shares her family's journey and her passion for helping caregivers find support while prioritizing their own well-being. Dr. Correa is also joined by Dr. Chiadi Onyike, a psychiatrist, dementia specialist, and professor at Johns Hopkins University who specializes in neurodegenerative diseases, including frontotemporal degeneration. Dr. Onyike explains FTD and the impact it has on individuals and families living with the condition. Tune in next week for part two, when Emma discusses why caregiver self-care is so important and shares practical ways caregivers can care for themselves while supporting loved ones. Additional Resources Emma Heming Willis Why taking care of yourself is one of the most important things caregivers can do Frontotemporal dementia can unlock creativity in some people Wendy Williams' diagnosis of frontotemporal dementia and aphasia explained We want to hear from you! Have a question or want to hear a topic featured on the Brain & Life Podcast? Record a voicemail at 612-928-6206 Email us at podcast@brainhealth.com Social Media Guests: Emma Heming Willis @emmahemingwillis Hosts: Dr. Daniel Correa @neurodrcorrea; Dr. Katy Peters @KatyPetersMDPhD
On this week's episode of the Brain Health Podcast, host Dr. Daniel Correa is joined by CJ Daniels, professional football wide receiver for the Los Angeles Rams and epilepsy advocate. CJ shares his experience growing up with his mother's epilepsy diagnosis and his work with Angels of Epilepsy, a nonprofit dedicated to seizure education, reducing stigma, and supporting people living with epilepsy and their families. Dr. Correa is then joined by Dr. David Spencer, professor of neurology at Oregon Health & Science University, deputy editor of BrainHealth.com, and editor of the newly renamed Brain Health Books series. Dr. Spencer explains drug-resistant epilepsy and discusses why advocacy efforts like CJ's are so important to the epilepsy community. Additional Resources Seizure First Aid Resources Epilepsy Foundation Team Cure Epilepsy Navigating epilepsy: Driving safety and independence with Dr. Proleta Datta We want to hear from you! Have a question or want to hear a topic featured on the Brain & Life Podcast? · Record a voicemail at 612-928-6206 · Email us at podcast@brainhealth.com Social Media Hosts: Dr. Daniel Correa @neurodrcorrea; Dr. Katy Peters @KatyPetersMDPhD
On this week's episode of the Brain Health Podcast, co-hosts Dr. Daniel Correa and Dr. Katy Peters answer your questions about brain health from adolescence to adulthood. They're joined by Dr. Benham Sabayan, a vascular and preventive neurologist, neuroepidemiologist, and associate professor of neurology at the University of Minnesota. Additional Resources 12 ways to build a healthy brain Try these habits for a healthy brain on World Brain Day—and every day People living in their nineties share tips for longevity and living well Answering your questions for World Brain Day We want to hear from you! Have a question or want to hear a topic featured on the Brain Health Podcast? · Record a voicemail at 612-928-6206 · Email us at podcast@brainhealth.com Social Media Hosts: Dr. Daniel Correa @neurodrcorrea; Dr. Katy Peters @KatyPetersMDPhD
In this episode of the Brain Health Podcast, co-host Dr. Katy Peters is joined by CNN's award-winning chief national correspondent, John King. John shares what it's been like to build a demanding career while living with multiple sclerosis (MS), and why community, support, and self-care have been essential to his journey. Later, Dr. Peters speaks with Dr. Robert Shin, professor of neurology and director of the Multiple Sclerosis and Clinical Neuroimmunology Division at UVA Health. Dr. Shin discusses the latest advances in MS treatment and research, addresses persistent health disparities, and explains how MS can affect men differently. B rain Health Podcast Episodes on Similar Topics Continuing the Race to Erase MS with Nancy Davis Exploring Nutrition, Lifestyle, and Pediatric Multiple Sclerosis with Dr. Emmanuelle Waubant Voices from the Multiple Sclerosis Community We want to hear from you! Have a question or want to hear a topic featured on the Brain Health Podcast? · Record a voicemail at 612-928-6206 · Email us at podcast@brainhealth.com Social Media Guests : John King @johnkingcnn; Dr. Shin @uvahealth Hosts: Dr. Daniel Correa @neurodrcorrea; Dr. Katy Peters @KatyPetersMDPhD
In this episode of the Brain & Life podcast host Dr. Daniel Correa is joined by author Mark Haddon. Mark shares about the cognitive changes he experienced after bypass surgery and long COVID. He shares how brain fog affected his daily life and creative work, and reflects on resilience, recovery, and adapting to a new normal. Dr. Correa is then joined by Dr. Jacqueline Becker, a clinical neuropsychologist and health services researcher at the Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai. Together, they discuss why cognitive changes can occur after surgery and long COVID, and explore strategies that may help people manage these challenges. Additional Resources What Is Brain Fog? How to Know If You Have Long COVID Leaving Home: A Memoir in Full Color Brain & Life Podcast Episodes on Similar Topics Movement and Healing with Adventure Athlete, Author, and Activist Rebecca Rusch A Walk in the "Parkinson's" with Author Annmarie O'Connor We want to hear from you! Have a question or want to hear a topic featured on the Brain & Life Podcast? · Record a voicemail at 612-928-6206 · Email us at BLpodcast@brainandlife.org Social Media Guests : Mark Haddon @mark__haddon Hosts: Dr. Daniel Correa @neurodrcorrea; Dr. Katy Peters @KatyPetersMDPhD
In this episode of the Brain & Life Podcast, co-host Dr. Daniel Correa is joined by actress, comedian, playwright, and storyteller Lauren Weedman. Lauren discusses her diagnosis of Bell's palsy after developing a sudden facial paralysis while filming in 2024 and how it changed her outlooks on work, motherhood, and mental health. Dr. Correa is then joined by Dr. Gary Gronseth, Professor and Chair of Neurology at the University of Kansas School of Medicine. Dr. Gronseth explains what Bell's palsy is, why it happens, what recovery typically looks like, and why some people—like Lauren Weedman—continue to experience lasting symptoms long after the initial diagnosis. Additional Resources "This Is a Good Face": Lauren Weedman on Life After Bell's Palsy Bouncing Back from Bell's Palsy What Doctors Know About Bell's Palsy Brain & Life Podcast Episodes on Similar Topics Playwright Sarah Ruhl Finds Inspiration in her Bell's Palsy Journey We want to hear from you! Have a question or want to hear a topic featured on the Brain & Life Podcast? · Record a voicemail at 612-928-6206 · Email us at BLpodcast@brainandlife.org Social Media Guests : L auren Weedman @lauren_weedman Hosts: Dr. Daniel Correa @neurodrcorrea; Dr. Katy Peters @KatyPetersMDPhD
In this episode of the Brain & Life Podcast, co-host Dr. Katy Peters is joined by the one and only Bill Nye, an American science educator, mechanical engineer, television presenter, and author best known for hosting the Emmy Award–winning series Bill Nye the Science Guy. Bill discusses his family's experience with a rare inherited ataxia and dives into his work with the National Ataxia Foundation to advocate for research on another form of the disease, Friedreich ataxia. Dr. Peters is then joined by Dr. Stephan Züchner, a neurologist and geneticist who identified the genetic mutation responsible for the ataxia in Bill Nye's family. Additional Resources Bill Nye: The Ataxia Advocate Guy What is Friedreich ataxia? Theater Is Therapy for Patients with Ataxia Brain & Life Podcast Episodes on Similar Topics Paralympic Athlete Helen Kearney on Living Her Dreams with Friedreich's Ataxia We want to hear from you! Have a question or want to hear a topic featured on the Brain & Life Podcast? · Record a voicemail at 612-928-6206 · Email us at BLpodcast@brainandlife.org Social Media Guests : Bill Nye @billnye
In this episode of the Brain & Life Podcast, co-host Dr. Katy Peters is joined by the one and only Bill Nye, an American science educator, mechanical engineer, television presenter, and author best known for hosting the Emmy Award–winning series Bill Nye the Science Guy. Bill discusses his family's experience with a rare inherited ataxia and explains why he is partnering with the National Ataxia Foundation to advocate for research on another form of the disease, Friedreich ataxia. Dr. Peters is then joined by Dr. Stephan Züchner, a neurologist and geneticist who identified the genetic mutation responsible for the ataxia in Bill Nye's family. Stay tuned for part two of this conversation next week. Additional Resources Bill Nye: The Ataxia Advocate Guy What is Friedreich ataxia? Theater Is Therapy for Patients with Ataxia Brain & Life Podcast Episodes on Similar Topics Paralympic Athlete Helen Kearney on Living Her Dreams with Friedreich's Ataxia We want to hear from you! Have a question or want to hear a topic featured on the Brain & Life Podcast? · Record a voicemail at 612-928-6206 · Email us at BLpodcast@brainandlife.org Social Media Guests : Bill Nye @billnye Hosts: Dr. Daniel Correa @neurodrcorrea; Dr. Katy Peters @KatyPetersMDPhD
On this week's episode of the Brain & Life Podcast, co-hosts Dr. Daniel Correa and Dr. Katy Peters celebrate World Brain Day by sharing practical ways to support brain health, from puzzles and meditation to exercise and community. They also answer listener questions about rural access to neurologic care, support groups, and brain health through the lens of recent Brain & Life articles on epilepsy, menopause, and memory. Additional Resources People with Epilepsy in Rural Areas Face Greater Health Risks, Study Finds Study Suggests Certain Hormone Therapies May Support Memory After Menopause Teen Whose Father Has Parkinson's Disease Created a Community for Herself and Others _ We want to hear from you! Have a question or want to hear a topic featured on the Brain & Life Podcast? · Record a voicemail at 612-928-6206 · Email us at BLpodcast@brainandlife.org Social Media Hosts: Dr. Daniel Correa @neurodrcorrea; Dr. Katy Peters @KatyPetersMDPhD
In this week's episode of the Brain & Life Podcast, Drs. Daniel Correa and Katy Peters are joined by mother-son duo Genein and Shawn Letford. Genein, the founder of Brainolicious, a nonprofit dedicated to promoting brain health in a way that's fun, accessible, and lifelong, reveals how integrating arts and early childhood education can build resilience, prevent dementia, and even shape future leaders. Her 8-year-old son Shawn then shows us how kids can become brain advocates—speak before city councils, petition for World Brain Day, and spread awareness with confidence. Additional Resources Brainolicious Steps to Building a Stronger Brain: Brain Health After Brain Injury Webinar Why Bike Helmets Are Essential for Kids Become a Brain Health Advocate Brain & Life Podcast Episodes on Similar Topics Neurology Advocacy Out Loud: Live from the AAN's Annual Meeting Embracing Inclusion and Empowerment with Isabelle and Eliza Woloson We want to hear from you! Have a question or want to hear a topic featured on the Brain & Life Podcast? · Record a voicemail at 612-928-6206 · Email us at BLpodcast@brainandlife.org Social Media Guests : Genein Letford @brainoliciousadventures Hosts: Dr. Daniel Correa @neurodrcorrea; Dr. Katy Peters @KatyPetersMDPhD
In this week's episode of the Brain & Life Podcast, host Dr. Daniel Correa is joined by award-winning film critic, journalist, and author Kristen Lopez. They discuss how movies shape public understanding of disability, identity, and belonging, and why storytelling can both reinforce harmful stereotypes and open the door to more honest representation. Kristen shares insights from her book, Popcorn Disabilities, including the power of media to influence how disabled people are seen and how they see themselves and the importance of authentic casting. Additional Resources K risten Lopez The Keys to Overcoming the Stigma of a Disability How Cosmetic Brands Are Creating More Accessible Makeup Brain & Life Podcast Episodes on Similar Topics Acute Flaccid Myelitis and Disability Advocacy with Sarah Todd Hammer How Paula Carozzo is Redefining Disability and Advocating for Her Community Unseen: Molly Burke's Retinitis Pigmentosa Journey We want to hear from you! Have a question or want to hear a topic featured on the Brain & Life Podcast? · Record a voicemail at 612-928-6206 · Email us at BLpodcast@brainandlife.org Social Media Guests : K risten Lopez @kristenlopez88 Hosts: Dr. Daniel Correa @neurodrcorrea; Dr. Katy Peters @KatyPetersMDPhD
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, culture, and curiosity shape our understanding of neurologic illness and identity. Pria shares insights from her book, The Mind Electric, including the role of narrative in medicine, the resilience of memory, and why humility matters in neurologic care. They also explore the future of neurology, the importance of sleep and self-care, and how science and the humanities can work together to improve patient care. Additional Resources The Mind Electric: A Neurologist on the Strangeness and Wonder of Our Brains How are Mental Health and Brain Health Connected? Healing Words: Writing About Her Traumatic Brain Injury Helps the Author Make Sense of Her Recovery Brain & Life Podcast Episodes on Similar Topics Exploring the Science of Everyday Wonder with Dacher Keltner The Secrets of Synesthesia with Dr. Joel Salinas Memory and Your Brain, Explained We want to hear from you! Have a question or want to hear a topic featured on the Brain & Life Podcast? · Record a voicemail at 612-928-6206 · Email us at BLpodcast@brainandlife.org Social Media Guests : Dr. Pria Anand @bmcneurology Hosts: Dr. Daniel Correa @neurodrcorrea; Dr. Katy Peters @KatyPetersMDPhD
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 compete, and the "invisible" symptoms of MS, including depression, mood changes, fatigue, and other issues that can be hard to say out loud. Dr. Correa is then joined by Dr. Adam Kaplin, a physician-scientist whose work sits at the intersection of psychiatry, neurology, neuroimmunology, and the lived experiences of the community with multiple sclerosis. Dr. Kaplin explains more about these invisible symptoms, especially depression, and how treating them can make a difference. Additional Resources Race to Erase MS - Funding Multiple Sclerosis Research Why it's Important to Recognize Signs of Depression in People with Neurologic Disorders Become a Brain Health Advocate How Couples Navigate Multiple Sclerosis Brain & Life Podcast Episodes on Similar Topics Nancy Davis' Race to Erase Multiple Sclerosis Exploring Nutrition, Lifestyle, and Pediatric Multiple Sclerosis with Dr. Emmanuelle Waubant Voices from the Multiple Sclerosis Community We want to hear from you! Have a question or want to hear a topic featured on the Brain & Life Podcast? · Record a voicemail at 612-928-6206 · Email us at BLpodcast@brainandlife.org Social Media Guests : N ancy Davis @nancypeaceandlove Hosts: Dr. Daniel Correa @neurodrcorrea; Dr. Katy Peters @KatyPetersMDPhD
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 neurobiological underpinnings of the transition to parenthood. She is also the author of the book, Dad Brain: The New Science of Fatherhood and How it Shapes Men's Lives . Tune in as they discuss exactly what "Dad Brain" is and how quality relationships affect the brain. Additional Resources Darby Saxbe's Website Understand Neurological Risks and How to Protect Your Brain During and After Pregnancy When Being Tired Isn't Normal: Understanding Extreme Sleepiness and Sleep Disorders Related Episodes of Brain & Life Podcast Jessie Owen on Advocacy, Awareness, and Parenting Parenting and Writing While Disabled with Jessica Slice We want to hear from you! Have a question or want to hear a topic featured on the Brain & Life Podcast? · Record a voicemail at 612-928-6206 · Email us at BLpodcast@brainandlife.org Social Media G uests: Darby Saxbe @darbysaxbephd Hosts: Dr. Daniel Correa @neurodrcorrea; Dr. Katy Peters @KatyPetersMDPhD
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 Association, and Julienne Verdi from Alliance for Headache Disorders Advocacy to discuss how advocacy and sharing stories makes a difference. Tune in to hear these field experts share the positive effects of collaboration and advocacy! Additional Resources Become a Brain Health Advocate The Why Behind Your Weakness- A LS Association ASAP Act- Alzheimer's Association HEADACHE Act- Alliance for Headache Disorders Advocacy We want to hear from you! Have a question or want to hear a topic featured on the Brain & Life Podcast? · Record a voicemail at 612-928-6206 · Email us at BLpodcast@brainandlife.org Social Media Guests : A LS Association @als; Alzheimer's Association @alzassociation; Alliance for Headache Disorders Advocacy @allianceforheadacheadvocacy Hosts: Dr. Daniel Correa @neurodrcorrea; Dr. Katy Peters @KatyPetersMDPhD
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