Heart Rate Variability Podcast

We did it! 200 original episodes of the Heart Rate Variability Podcast. We celebrate with a look back and forward. Thank you for joining us on this journey!

In this engaging conversation, Stephanie White, CEO of Measurable Resilience and expert in HRV biofeedback, shares how she helps individuals with chronic conditions using innovative HRV metrics like SDNN and CVNN. She emphasizes the critical role of heart rate variability in recovery and self-regulation. The discussion critiques traditional HRV research, advocating for better tracking tools. Stephanie also highlights the importance of personal resilience and continuous monitoring for improved health outcomes, offering actionable insights for listeners.

Dr. Erik Peper, a renowned authority on biofeedback and self-regulation from San Francisco State, dives deep into the multifaceted nature of pain. He discusses how psychological framing and cultural practices influence pain perception and management. Breathing techniques and mindful practices emerge as powerful tools for mitigating pain. Dr. Peper also shares insights on the mind-body connection, emphasizing the role of emotional support and meaningful activities in pain relief. His research invites listeners to rethink their approach to pain and wellness.

In this episode, Dr. Angele McGrady and Dr. Donald Moss join Matt Bennett to talk about how heart rate variability informs their Pathway Model. We discuss their new book: Pathways through Long-Term Health Conditions: Lifestyle Medicine to Maximise Your Wellbeing.

In this episode, Dr. Deborah Borne returns to discuss how she has integrated energy medicine with her work as a physician. Deb and Matt Bennett explore the nature of energy medicine and the role HRV plays in measuring efficacy and supporting outcomes.

Dr. Lynda Thompson, a psychologist and co-founder of the ADD Centre, shares her journey in non-drug ADHD treatments. She dives into her recent research on the synergy between HRV biofeedback and neurofeedback, emphasizing their combined benefits in mental health treatment. Lynda discusses the complexities of ADHD and how lifestyle factors influence therapy outcomes. She addresses parental concerns about medications, advocating for tailored, non-drug approaches that enhance emotional regulation through techniques like breathing exercises.

In this episode, Anu Kotay joins Matt Bennett to discuss her career, heart rate variability, and how a team of innovative professionals integrates HRV into pain medicine within a large healthcare system. 

In this episode, Dr. Heidi Hillman joins Matt Bennett to discuss her recent paper: Effectiveness of HRV Biofeedback in Decreasing Anger Among Adolescents With Autism Spectrum Disorder.

In this episode. Dr. Judith Andersen and Matt Bennett discuss how she integrated heart rate variability and HRV Biofeedback into her work with police officers and the development of the International Performance, Resilience, and Efficiency Program.

In this episode, Joshua Marchant joins Matt to discuss his research comparing how resonance frequency, square breathing, and 4-7-8 breathing impact heart rate variability. Josh is a 1st-year student studying clinical psychology at Brigham Young University. He is interested in combining psychotherapy with biofeedback to improve mental health treatment outcomes. He works under the mentorship of Dr. Patrick Steffen. Josh is also a father of two little boys and loves spending time with his family. Here is a link to the presentation slides for Josh's thesis, including data and graphs for the data: https://docs.google.com/presentation/d/1djNhRAn7avAgO3ZNwFV3d4VjvZJBOIsJ/edit?usp=sharing&ouid=115393129857853066622&rtpof=true&sd=true