Super Brain
Sabina Brennan
Super Brain explores what really happens inside your head when you do the things you do - and how to use that knowledge to get the best out of your brain and yourself.From Season Six, neuroscientist and author Dr. Sabina Brennan dives into one everyday human experience per episode - from procrastination to crying, curiosity to trust - to reveal the science behind it and the practical tools that help you navigate life with greater clarity and intention.Curious, warm and wonderfully human, this is neuroscience you can use: one behaviour, one big insight, three tools for your Super Brain kit to help you think, feel and live better.Because understanding your brain is the first step to unlocking its power.New format, same mission — grounded in science, powered by compassion, designed to help you thrive.Seasons 1 to 5 - Dr Sabina Brennan talks to an eclectic mix of inspiring guests about thriving and surviving in life and shares practical tips to transform your everyday brain into a healthy, happy, Super Brain.Unleash Your Super PowerSupport this show http://supporter.acast.com/superbrain. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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May 19, 2021 • 7min
Booster 36 - Rescue Dogs
National Rescue Dog Day which aims to encourage people to adopt dogs from shelters and rescues, as well as educating children about animals and their benefits. As mother to 4 rescue dogs Dr Sabina Brennan shares her personal positive experience and presents some of the science that backs up what we already instinctively feel about the benefits of being around dogs.Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/superbrain. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
May 16, 2021 • 1h 9min
S3:E12 The stabilisers are off with PJ Gallagher
Dr Sabina Brennan talks to comedian, actor and broadcaster PJ Gallagher about loving motorbiking racing and his weekly courtship with death, hating standup and embracing honesty.For bonus materials, transcripts and more check out the Super Brain podcast blog.Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/superbrain. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
May 12, 2021 • 6min
Booster 35 Nature and Mental Health
This week is Mental Health Week and the theme for 2021 is nature, Dr Sabina Brennan explores the neuroscience underlying the mental health benefits of natureTSupport this show http://supporter.acast.com/superbrain. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
May 9, 2021 • 1h 14min
S3:E11 Your body is an instrument not an ornament with Anna Geary
Dr Sabina Brennan chats to Anna Geary about her career choices, her goals, her hopes for the future and body image, particularly the importance of looking after your body for functionality rather than for aesthetics, Watch out for Anna's upcoming RTE documentary which explores the reasons teenage girls drop out of sport.For bonus materials, transcripts and more check out the Super Brain podcast blogSupport this show http://supporter.acast.com/superbrain. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
May 5, 2021 • 10min
Booster 34 Gambling and the Brain
Ireland has the highest online gambling losses per capita globally and the third highest overall gambling losses per capita (€2.1 billion p.a.). It’s estimated that 45,000 people in Ireland are living with “severe pathological gambling addiction” with a further 110,000 dealing with problem gambling.In this Super Brain Booster Dr Sabina Brennan explores What happens in our brains when we gamble? Why do we find gambling rewarding? How can problem gamblers kick the habit?Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/superbrain. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
May 2, 2021 • 1h 15min
S3:E10 The act of a fucking idiot - Mark Cagney Part Two
my chat with veteran broadcaster Mark Cagney, who shares his recent experience of stroke. His thoughts about the future and his reflections on his past. Mark in this episode speaks openly and candidly about his cocaine use. And the straight talking that made him quit.Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/superbrain. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Apr 28, 2021 • 13min
Booster 33 - Return to work Anxiety Post-Lockdown
In this booster episode Dr Sabina Brennan explains that it is very natural to feel anxious about returning to work post-lockdown and offers some really practical tips on how to cope with those feelings and make the transition back into a social working environmentSupport this show http://supporter.acast.com/superbrain. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Apr 25, 2021 • 51min
S3E9 Difficult Decisions with Mark Cagney
Dr Sabina Brennan takes a deep dive into the life and brain of one of Ireland's most respected broadcasters, Mark Cagney. In this the first of a two-parter, we talk about his life growing up in Cork, running away from home, family rifts, the tragic loss of his young wife and making difficult decisions. In part two, Mark walks me through his own recent brush with death, his ongoing recovery, his thoughts about the future and his reflections on his past, with Mark speaking candidly about his cocaine use, and the straight talking that made him quit. Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/superbrain. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Apr 22, 2021 • 12min
Booster 32 Concussion
In this episode Dr Sabina Brennan talks about some the long-lasting impact that concussion can have on memory, ability to concentrate and personality as well depression,,anxiety, mood swings and apathy. Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/superbrain. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Apr 18, 2021 • 1h 8min
S3:E8 How Blue Spaces Can Make You Feel Better with Dr Catherine Kelly
How Blue Spaces Make you Feel Better with Dr Catherine Kelly Dr Sabina Brennan talks to Dr Catherine Kelly author of Blue Spaces How and Why Water Makes You Feel Better about the science behind the health benefits of spending time in and near water and how swimming in the sea helped Catherine cope with bereavement and loss.For show notes, podcast transcripts, bonus links and bonus material visit the Episode BlogSupport this show http://supporter.acast.com/superbrain. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
