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THRIVING MINDS PODCASTAuthor: Professor Selena Bartlett, Neuroscientist, Brain Health is Everyone's Business
Do you want to learn how to build resilience, boost your cognitive performance, and achieve mental agility? Then it's time to discover the exciting world of brain health and fitness with Thriving Minds. Hosted by renowned neuroscientist Professor Selena Bartlett, Thriving Minds is a podcast dedicated to exploring the latest advances in brain science education. With decades of experience studying addiction, stress, and mental health, Professor Bartlett is a true expert in her field. And she's on a mission to empower people to take control of their mental and physical well-being. So what makes Thriving Minds so unique? It's not just about theory it's about practical tips and simple tools that you can use to improve your brain health and fitness right now. From understanding how stress wires the brain, the power of cold exposure, nutrition and exercise and connection. Thriving Minds is also a deep dive into cutting-edge brain science and digital technology. From neuroplasticity to brain imaging, Professor Bartlett and her team are at the forefront of this rapidly evolving field. They're exploring the latest research and innovations and sharing their insights with listeners around the world.And the best part? Let's make brain health everyone's business. They're inspiring people to take action and create a culture of mental fitness, where people prioritise their brain health as much as their physical health. Tune in to the podcast and discover the secrets of brain health and fitness. Whether you're looking to boost your cognitive performance, reduce stress, or improve your overall well-being, Selena and her team are here to help you thrive. The opinions expressed in the podcast are Selena Bartlett's personal opinion and her guests. They are for general informational purposes only and do not constitute the practice of medicine, nursing, psychology or other professional health care services, including the giving of medical advice, Language: en-us Genres: Health & Fitness, Mental Health, Science Contact email: Get it Feed URL: Get it iTunes ID: Get it |
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Episode #215 Contained. Are we guardians or thieves or both? Benjamin Knight, Co-Founder of A curious tractor, and Lead, AIME design studio
Monday, 6 April, 2026
If we are honest, we know we are not one fixed version of ourselves. We can be generous and self-interested, patient and reactive, all within the same day. In this episode, we explore that uncomfortable truth and what it reveals about human behaviour.I sit down with Benjamin Knight to discuss Contained, a powerful immersive experience that brings you inside the reality of youth detention. It asks a confronting question: how different are “we” from “them,” really?Through story, neuroscience, and lived experience, this conversation unpacks how behaviour is shaped not just by character but by conditions, pressure, context, and whether someone was there to help us pause and choose differently.We explore: The thin line between opportunity and consequence How systems can shape identity, for better or worse Why connection, structure, and consistency change outcomes What neuroscience tells us about stress, safety, and behaviour This is not about excusing behaviour. It is about understanding it. Because when we understand what shapes people, we can start to build environments that support better choices.This episode will leave you reflecting on your own moments at the edge and asking a bigger question:What would we build if we truly understood how much conditions matter?https://www.linkedin.com/in/benjamin-knight-53854061/Support the showSubscribe and support the podcast at https://www.buzzsprout.com/367319/supporters/newLearn more at www.profselenabartlett.com
