

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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Jul 10, 2023 • 12min
The Neuroscience of Mind Wandering
Whether it is in the classroom, in the office, or even at the dinner table, it's common for our minds to wander from the current setting. But why do we let our minds get away from the task at hand? In today's episode of That Neuroscience Guy, we discuss the neuroscience behind mind wandering.

Jul 10, 2023 • 4min
Neuroscience Bites- A Professor's Rant
In today's Neuroscience Bite, we discuss what its like to be a professor.

Jul 6, 2023 • 13min
Q & A with a Neuroscientist
How does imposter syndrome affect your brain? Is there a limit to how much you can learn? In today's episode, we do a rapid-fire Q&A session using questions listeners have asked recently.

Jul 3, 2023 • 4min
Neuroscience Bites-The Matrix
In today's Neuroscience Bite, we discuss the neuroscience behind a popular film called the Matrix.

Jun 30, 2023 • 14min
The Neuroscience of Being Scared to Fly
For a lot of us, flying is not a comfortable experience. However, even after the lineups, the expensive goods, and dealing with delays and cancellations, some people are still anxious about the flight itself. Why is that? In today's episode of That Neuroscience Guy, we discuss the neuroscience behind why we become afraid when flying.

Jun 26, 2023 • 4min
Neuroscience Bites-Walking Outside
In today's Neuroscience Bite, we discuss the neuroscience behind why walking outside is better for your brain than walking inside or not at all.

Jun 20, 2023 • 16min
The Neuroscience of Advertising
Virtually every form of modern media comes with some degree of advertising attached. From commercials on TV to product promotions on social media, we are constantly told what to buy. But how does this affect our brain? In this episode of That Neuroscience Guy, we discuss the neuroscience behind advertising.

Jun 19, 2023 • 4min
Neuroscience Bites-Why the Doctor Hits Your Knee with a Hammer
In today's neuroscience bite, we discuss the neuroscience behind the patellar tendon tap, a common test used by doctors.

Jun 16, 2023 • 12min
The Neuroscience of ... Wearing Less Clothes?
As humans have evolved, we have relied more and more on clothing. From long sleeve shirts to thick-soled shoes, the modern human is very dependent on clothes. But what if that isn't good for us? In today's episode of That Neuroscience Guy, we discuss the neuroscience behind clothing coverage, and how more sensory exposure can help our brains.

Jun 7, 2023 • 4min
Neuroscience Bites-Energy Drinks
In today's Neuroscience Bite, we discuss the neuroscience behind consuming energy drinks.