
Collective Insights
Collective Insights is a voyage through topics and technologies revolutionizing human well-being. Brought to you by Qualia Life.
Latest episodes

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Aug 6, 2024 • 41min
Mindsets - Ben Angel - Biohacking
Ben Angel, an award-winning author and expert in human performance, dives into how AI is reshaping our psychological landscape. He discusses the essentials for resilience and adaptation in a tech-driven world, emphasizing patience and fortitude as tools for personal growth. Ben also highlights the importance of self-resourcing and finding purpose beyond career identity. With a focus on holistic health, he shares insights on how physical wellness can enhance psychological development, urging us all to stay critical and emotionally resilient amidst rapid change.

Jul 23, 2024 • 46min
Neuroscience - Dr. Gloria Mark - Attention Span
Dr. Gloria Mark discusses attention span in the digital age, exploring effects of notifications, multitasking, and device use on focus and well-being. They delve into email habits, task completion, and strategies for enhancing productivity and self-awareness. The podcast emphasizes the importance of managing distractions and prioritizing mental health for optimal cognitive performance.

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Jul 9, 2024 • 51min
Thriving Future - Jeremy Lent - Human Behavior
Author and speaker Jeremy Lent discusses the integration of science and traditional wisdom, exploring topics like systems thinking, ecological civilization, and the potential for transforming global policies. The conversation delves into shifting worldviews, humanity's impact on Earth, and the need for a systems-based approach in healthcare. Lent envisions an ecological civilization and a post-capitalist future rooted in sustainable practices and thriving communities.

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Jun 18, 2024 • 43min
Neuroscience - Dr. Lisa Feldman Barrett - Experiences
Renowned scientist Dr. Lisa Feldman Barrett discusses brain predictions, body budgeting, and social interactions. She emphasizes understanding these concepts to shape experiences and gain control over our lives. A fascinating conversation shedding light on the brain's inner workings.

Jun 4, 2024 • 49min
Free Will - Robert Sapolsky - Human Behavior
Neuroscientist Robert Sapolsky and host Dan Stickler discuss the illusion of free will, determinism, and its impact on society. They explore how genetics and past experiences influence decision-making, the brain's quick response to threats, and the challenge to the traditional belief in free will.

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May 21, 2024 • 37min
Longevity - Dr. Kara Fitzgerald - Epigenetics
Dr. Kara Fitzgerald discusses reversing biological age through DNA methylation, stress management, and the role of probiotics and polyphenols. The podcast explores epigenetic testing resources, promoting online platforms, and emphasizes the importance of consulting health providers.

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May 14, 2024 • 40min
Ketones - Dr. Latt Mansor - Metabolic Health
Dr. Latt Mansor discusses the critical role of ketones in metabolic health and longevity. Topics include production of ketones in the body, benefits for athletes and cognitive function, gene expression in neurodegenerative diseases, advantages for brain and heart health, and individual responses to metabolic health products.

May 6, 2024 • 48min
Vitality - Mark Percival - Health Tracking
Health innovator Mark Percival discusses health coaching evolution, state management, biomarker tracking, and optimizing health. They explore overcoming physical limitations, D-Metrics development, trusting one's body, and building better habits. The podcast emphasizes the importance of accurate health tracking, trusting the body, and forming positive habits for optimal well-being.

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Apr 23, 2024 • 58min
Awe - Dacher Keltner - Neuroscience
Neuroscientist Dacher Keltner explores the neuroscience of awe, discussing its impact on well-being, community, and nature. He touches on the transformative power of awe, the evolutionary role of emotions like sadness, and cultivating awe in daily life. The podcast also delves into the profound bond between humans and nature, promoting a sense of unity with the ecosystem and encouraging shared peak experiences for lasting effects.

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Apr 2, 2024 • 1h 29min
Human Development - Mark Divine - Mind Training
Former Navy SEAL and elite performance trainer Mark Divine discusses the importance of integrating physical, mental, emotional, intuitional, and spiritual aspects for human development. He emphasizes training individuals to be resilient, mentally tough, and capable of making quick decisions in high-stress situations. Mark highlights the role of intuition, spiritual self, and team training for collective strength and consciousness elevation.