Dr. Greg Appelbaum
Professor of psychiatry and behavioral sciences at UC San Diego and neuroscientist studying physiological and neural signatures of flow states; collaborator on the Phish-related research.
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Nov 12, 2025 • 18min
Why The Bassist From Phish Is Funding Research Into ‘Flow State’
Mike Gordon, bassist of the iconic jam band Phish, is delving into the science of 'flow'—those magical moments when musicians and audiences unite. Alongside Dr. Greg Appelbaum, a neuroscientist at UC San Diego, they explore how flow affects musical creativity and performance. They discuss using brain signals to study flow, draw parallels with athletic experiences, and even create biofeedback tools like Zenbox. Listen in as they reveal how measuring brainwaves can enhance the musical experience.
