
The Paul Taylor Podcast | Expert in Hardiness and Mental Fitness
Join Paul Taylor, an Exercise Physiologist, Psychologist, Neuroscientist and Nutritionist, as he explores mental fitness, body health, and brain enhancement through interviews with leading experts in the field.
Latest episodes

Mar 21, 2023 • 10min
Wisdom Wednesdays - The Art & Science of Napping
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Mar 17, 2023 • 58min
Debunking 5 Common Myths About Mental Health, With Dr Tom Nehmy
Tom Nehmy is a Clinical Psychologist who calls himself a preventative psychologist, which I love. He is the author of the book, Apples for the Mind , which is the result of years of work helping people to overcome challenges and discover the foundation of their quality of life: their wellbeing.Tom is also the Director of Healthy Minds Education & Training, the leading provider of preventive mental health services to schools and companies in Australasia. The Healthy Minds Program was developed at Flinders University but has evolved into a psychological skills training program that has reached and helped thousands of people. To find out more, visit: www.healthymindsprogram.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mar 14, 2023 • 11min
Wisdom Wednesdays - The Critical Role of Social Support in Times of Stress
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Mar 10, 2023 • 1h 5min
Channeling Your Inner Hercules, with Donal Robertson
The awesome philosopher and Donald Robertson is back as we discuss how Stoicism can help you through life's challenges, as it has done recently in my family. Donald then goes into some excellent practical ways that you can use Stoicism in challenging times. I highly recommend that you check out his masses of content, with lots of articles, books and courses to be found at DonaldRobertson.nameSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mar 7, 2023 • 11min
Wisdom Wednesdays - Does saturated Fat Cause Heart Disease?
The podcast explores the debate on saturated fats and heart disease, challenging traditional dietary guidelines. It reviews scientific evidence questioning the link between saturated fats and heart disease, suggesting a reevaluation of dietary recommendations for a more nuanced approach.

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Mar 3, 2023 • 51min
Dear Digital, We Need To Talk, with Dr Kristy Goodwin
This podcast is required listening for all of us who inhabit the digital world. Dr Kristy has done a heap of research into the effects of the digital world on our wellbeing and performance and has come up with a range of actionable and practical solutions that we can use to keep the benefits of the digital world, without it negatively impacting on our health, wellbeing and performance, as well as that of our kids. Check out Kristy's website to buy her book and have your organisation request her as a speaker. You can also find her on Linkedin and Instagram.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Feb 28, 2023 • 7min
Wisdom Wednesdays - What Does Being Overweight do to Your Brain?
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Feb 24, 2023 • 43min
The Lowdown on Ultraprocessed Foods with Claire McDonnell Liu
Today I have a great conversation with Claire McDonnell Liu, nutritionist and program director for Leafie.org and a member of the awesome Nutrition Coalition, which exposes lies and dodgy deals in the world of nutrition. You can also check out Claire's excellent articles on her Linkedin profile here. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Feb 21, 2023 • 10min
Wisdom Wednesdays - The Impact of Cold Water Therapy on The Brain
Today I discuss a stunning new research paper exploring the impact of 5 minutes of cold water immersion at 20 degrees celcius on brain connectivity and mood states Here is a link to the paper. Big shout-out to a podcast listener, Andrew Kegel, for sending it to me. If anyone else has something they'd like me to discuss, shot an email to info@mindbodybrain.com.auSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Feb 17, 2023 • 57min
How to Lower Your Biological Age with Dr. Denise Furness
My guest today is a returning guest and if I’m honest, it’s taking me far too long to get her back on. Dr Denise Furness is a geneticist, and fitness professional, and on super-dooper smarty pants. On today’s podcast we discuss the latest in Biological Age testing, which has moved on in leaps and bounds in recent years. We also discuss the various ways that you can lower your biological age and have a very cool announcement that we’re both super-excited about, so stay tuned. If you’d like to know more about the trial that we’re going to do, you can register your interest by sending an email to info@genenutrition.com.au You can find more about Denise at drdenisefurness.com.auSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.