That Neuroscience Guy

To kick off season 7 of That Neuroscience Guy, we're discussing the neuroscience behind binge-watching your favourite shows. 

Game theory is a popular mode of thinking, especially in economics, that describes how systems in our environment use game-like rules and directions to recommend certain choices and predict if we'll make them. Whether its businesses offering sales at certain times or even offering platinum memberships to high-paying customers, our environment is designed to access the game-playing parts of our brains. In the season 6 finale of That Neuroscience Guy, we discuss how game theory can be used to trick your brain into making certain decisions. 

In this week's Neuroscience Bite, we discuss the Mendi - a new way to measure your brain while meditating at home.  

Have you ever wondered why some people are so selfish? Or maybe you've even thought this about yourself? As it turns out your brain is hardwired to be selfish. In today's episode of That Neuroscience Guy, we discuss the neuroscience behind how our brain particularly loves items, people, memories, and many other things related to our sense of self. 

In today's Neuroscience Bite, we discuss what Bayesian Thinking is, and what it means for your brain. 

You'll often see lie detector tests in modern media, where large machines are used to determine if someone is telling the truth. But does that actually work? And is there a better way to look into someones mind and see what they're thinking? In today's episode of That Neuroscience Guy, we discuss the neuroscience behind reading someone's mind. 

In today's Neuroscience Bite, we discuss some examples of TED Talks that are great for people who want to learn more about the brain (without the formality of a class or degree). 

Have you ever wondered why you can't tickle yourself? In today's episode of That Neuroscience Guy, we discuss how the brain's motor system prevents you from being able to tickle yourself. 

In today's neuroscience bite, we discuss how you can track your sleep at home to improve brain health. 

This podcast explores the concept of brain fog, its symptoms and causes, including overworking and pregnancy. It also delves into the role of hormones and neurotransmitters in brain fog and provides tips for combating it with diet and exercise.