That Neuroscience Guy
Olav Krigolson
The neuroscience of everyday life without the big words. If you are fascinated with the human brain and would like to learn something new, this is the podcast for you.
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Apr 4, 2024 • 15min
21 Tips to Improve Sleep
We frequently tell you that getting better sleep improves your brain health - but how can you get better sleep? In today's episode of That Neuroscience Guy, we discuss 21 tips informed by neuroscience that you can use to improve your sleep.
Apr 1, 2024 • 4min
Neuroscience Bites-Fetal Alcohol Syndrome
In today's Neuroscience Bite, we discuss the neuroscience behind Fetal Alcohol Syndrome - a disorder that affects children whose mothers consumed alcohol during pregnancy.
Mar 27, 2024 • 16min
The Neuroscience of Bad Eating Habits
Previously on the podcast, we've discussed how a strong diet can improve brain health. But what happens to our brain when our diet is bad, or when we skip eating altogether? In today's episode of That Neuroscience Guy, we discuss foods that are bad for your brain and why they're bad.
Mar 25, 2024 • 3min
Neuroscience Bites - Talking to Strangers
In today's Neuroscience Bite, we discuss how our brain shapes behaviour when we're talking to strangers compared to people we know.
Mar 20, 2024 • 14min
The Neuroscience of False Memories
Remember when the sun was blue? Or what about that time bugs took over the world? Sometimes, our brain creates memories out of events that never happened which can cause drastic changes in behaviour. In today's episode of That Neuroscience Guy, we discuss the neuroscience behind how our brain creates false memories and how that process compares to making real memories.
Mar 13, 2024 • 5min
Neuroscience Bites-Tinnitus
In today's Neuroscience Bite, we discuss Tinnitus - where hearing is impaired and replaced by noises with no external source.
Mar 11, 2024 • 13min
Nine Neuroscience Myths About Learning
Do we really only learn from our mistakes? Are lectures the best method of education? In today's episode of That Neuroscience Guy, we discuss common myths about how we learn and what neuroscience research tells us about the truth.
Feb 29, 2024 • 3min
Neuroscience Bites-Your Brain When its Cold
In today's Neuroscience Bite, we discuss why your brain can be more active when its cold versus when its hot.
Feb 26, 2024 • 13min
The Neuroscience of Brain Overload Part Two -Cognitive Overload
Do you ever feel like so much is going on that you just can't handle anymore? In this week's episode of That Neuroscience Guy, we finish our discussion on brain overload by discussing cognitive overload. Quick LinksGet Embed PlayerShare on SocialDownload Audio File
Feb 25, 2024 • 4min
Neuroscience Bites-The Pineal Gland
In today's Neuroscience Bite, we discuss the Pineal Gland - a gland in your brain that is important for regulating sleep.
