Finding Genius Podcast

Mental health issues are a difficult topic to breach, and finding the right way to address them is an essential way to do it correctly. Our overall health and mental health are the most important components to leading a thriving life, and without the tools to maintain it, it is very difficult to understand how to manage emotions and trauma.  Frank King has found that his extensive background in comedy plays a crucial role in his approach to talking about suicide prevention as a TEDx motivational speaker. With his own history of mental illness and dealing with depression and humor, Frank King uses his experiences and knowledge to empathetically articulate the difficulties of suicide, and how to prevent it.  In this episode, you will learn about: How routine maintenance on your brain can help treat your mental illness What suicidal signs look like for you or loved ones How to thoughtfully speak to people about their mental health Discover all of this and more on this thought-provoking episode on suicide prevention.  To find out more about what Frank King does, visit thementalhealthcomedian.com for more information. If you or a loved one are at risk of suicide, text HELP 74174. Episode also available on Apple Podcast: http://apple.co/30PvU9C

Why has history been filled with religious conflict? Even though some beliefs may appear similar, this can actually lead to more hostility than completely opposing views. Listen in to learn: Why similar religions often conflict The role religious conflict has played in global development What to consider when viewing religion from the outside Robert Eisen, a Professor of Religion and Judaic Studies, shares his views on global relationships and the relationships and conflicts caused over a complex history. Though many religions hold parables of peace and tranquility, they have been the root causes of fighting and conflict throughout history. Despite this, there is still much to be learned and gained when attempting to gain the knowledge they offer. Since many practitioners and followers of religions have been persecuted throughout the centuries, many religions have become accustomed to strife. While this has made some cultures incredibly hearty, it has also caused lasting issues. Visit https://religion.columbian.gwu.edu/robert-eisen to learn more.

What happens when a glacier dies? While it may occur over the course of decades, it can have devastating effects on the environment. Press play to learn: Why it is essential to consider the origin of an iceberg The regions that depend on glaciers to avoid drought The best lever we have to control climate change Ben Marzeion, Professor at the Institute of Geography and MARUM, shares his work as an oceanographer offering insight into glaciers and how climate change impacts them. It can be challenging to notice glaciers' status or health since their lifespan and changes can take decades or even centuries to observe. However, that does not mean that climate change has taken its toll.  Since many regions worldwide depend on glaciers and ice sheets to regulate climate and provide sufficient water, the slow melting process may be the beginning of the end. One of the most significant threats caused by this is the quickening speed of ice sliding into the ocean, causing the sea-level rise and the potential shrinking of Antarctica.  Visit oggm.org to learn more. Episode also available on Apple Podcast: http://apple.co/30PvU9C

With cancer being one of the leading causes of death worldwide, there has been an incredibly diverse amount of research done on how to treat and control it.  Danny Welch, Professor of Cancer Biology at University of Kansas Medical Center and Associate Director for Career Development at The Cancer Center has a lot of exciting discoveries about his intensive research on the relationship between cancer and genetic properties.   Listen now to discover: How genetic research is showing to possibly stop cancer cell replication What existing genes in your body suppress cancer cells  The interconnectivity between microbiome and cancer cells Is cancer controllable? Danny Welch’s research is increasingly showing that cancer may be able to be controlled as a chronic disease rather than a deadly disease using genetics.  Hear about Danny Welch’s short and long-term plans, and learn about his prestigious cancer efforts in this fascinating podcast! Find out more about Danny Welch’s work at https://www.kumc.edu. Episode also available on Apple Podcast: http://apple.co/30PvU9C

Can polar ice sheets be used as an indicator for climate health? By monitoring shifts and melting, metrics of change can be recorded to aid researchers. Press play to learn: How the sheets shift and change over time What lies below the ice in the poles What can generally be seen as the seasons change each year Dr. Xavier Fettweis, a Research Associate - Chercheur qualifié (FNRS), shares his current research on the formation and movement of ice sheets, mainly in Greenland and Antarctica. The ice caps and sheets melting have been used as rhetoric for many angles of the climate change debate for decades, but the reality of the situation can be surprising. By measuring the ice sheets over time, we can track trends and other environmental factors worldwide through only a few points of contact.  What we see with the melting and shifts of ice sheets can be intimidating when looking to the future. If a specific tipping point is reached in the next century, it may be impossible to reform any ice sheets in the future.  Search for Dr. Xavier Fettweis on your search engine of choice to learn more. Episode also available on Apple Podcast: http://apple.co/30PvU9C

Is the Paleo diet suitable for everyone? Despite the popularity of fad diets, you may be surprised at how to actually see results. Listen in to learn: The various diets popular right now Why intermittent fasting is especially effective Who can benefit most from a specific diet Robb Wolf, a former research biochemist and a two-time New York Times and WSJ Best Selling author, shares the latest dietary health and fitness info. Even though diets may be touted as widely effective, everyone functions differently and can benefit from more variability in the diet space. If a diet is not working for an individual, there may be underlying causes other than lack of discipline.  For many of us, the most benefits can be found by combining many effective components of a range of diets. However, for one important takeaway, an emphasis on good-quality sleep and eating protein first in a meal are widely effective. Visit https://robbwolf.com to learn more. Episode also available on Apple Podcast: http://apple.co/30PvU9C

“You can’t be afraid of anxiety and depression; you need to approach it head on and realize exactly what it is, and exactly how the mind frames things to keep us involved with…the habits of anxiety and depression,” says Luciani.   Anxiety and depression aren’t usually seen as habitual, but should they be? Press play to discover: How someone gets into a habit loop of anxiety and depression The connection between insecurity (lack of self-trust), the desire to control life, and stress When and why anxiety and depression begin to replace ‘stress’ or ‘duress’ In what ways people can become victimized by their own mind Joe Luciani is a clinical psychologist and bestselling author of Unlearning Anxiety and Depression: The 4-Step Self-Coaching Program to Reclaim Your Life. But it wasn’t until he chose to break away from his formal training and look at therapy with a fresh and intuitive standpoint—one that is a matter of engagement between therapist and patient—that he even started understanding the ideas that form the basis of his book. Once he started seeing anxiety and depression as habits, they became demystified, which allowed him to consider how the mind can unlearn those habits. Tune in for more of Luciani’s perspective and visit https://self-coaching.net/. Episode also available on Apple Podcasts: http://apple.co/30PvU9C

Can acne stem from causes which many sources may not have told you before? While older techniques can be practical, recent advancements and discoveries can significantly expedite the process. Listen up to learn: Which skin conditions are common and how to spot improvement New Techniques which may work better for you Which topical products may be best for you! Chris Gibson, the author of Acne Free in 3 Days, shares the knowledge gained over a career of treating acne and other pesky skin conditions. Many people are familiar with acne and other skin conditions prevalent earlier in life, though many of us struggle with them throughout the various stages of life. However, using new techniques in tandem with a healthy diet, significant improvements can e made that can last.  While progress may not be immediate, many stubborn effects and cosmetic issues will clear up with persistence and proper regimens and discipline. However, it is important to follow the advice of those with extensive experience in the field and allow professionals to handle the more intensive treatments.  Search for Chris Gibson on YouTube for more information and advice or visit skinsofabulous.chrisgibsonlive.com. Episode also available on Apple Podcasts: http://apple.co/30PvU9C

Why are giraffes such a good marker of biodiversity and the health of the environment? Though their slow extinction has been quiet, they show traits that are substantial indicators of environmental health. Listen up to learn: The major threats facing giraffes and other grassland animals Why protecting female giraffes is essential to species survival How working with the local populous to curb poaching is effective  Derek E. Lee, a Principal Scientist of the Wild Nature Institute, shares his work with preserving biodiversity and working with giraffes in Tanzania. While relatively niche in the grand scheme of biodiversity and the animal kingdom in general, giraffes in Tanzania offer a fascinating study of preserving environmental health. However, through threats like habitat loss and criminal syndicates, they may be in more danger than you may know. Since giraffes keep the same unique spot pattern throughout their lives, they do not need to be trapped and tagged to be tracked. Unfortunately, though, fewer than 100,000 giraffes are left in the wild, meaning conservation efforts need to be drastically improved to make a significant difference. To learn more, visit wildnatureinstitute.org. Episode also available on Apple Podcasts: http://apple.co/30PvU9C

“If it ain’t broke, don’t fix it.” It’s a saying you’ve probably heard before, but today’s episode puts a spin on it and places it in the context of mental health: “If it’s not ‘wrong,’ don’t try to fix it as if it is.”   Tune in to discover:  How and why psychiatric diagnoses have become more like labels that act as consumer brands rather than scientifically-based medical diagnoses The power of labeling and its effect on self-perception and perception of others The definition of meta-emotions and how people experience them How developmental expectations of adolescents and young adults differ between cultures, and the conflict they can create within the person who is held to those expectations The critical difference between ordinary, understandable emotions and clinical conditions perceived as “wrong” and in need of medical treatment Dr. Sami Timimi is a consultant child and adolescent psychiatrist who has worked at National Health Service in the UK his entire working life. He’s been involved with several research projects involving mental health and cross-cultural issues, and has contributed to the publication of a dozen books, in addition to many papers and journal articles. He frequently appears in national and international conferences on matters of mental health, and teaches and trains others in his area of expertise. In the early 90s during his medical training, Dr. Timimi completed a placement in child and adolescent psychiatry, a field that at the time saw children and young people as connected to their history and broader environment (e.g., their parents, peer groups, cultural ideas). It was nothing like what he’d seen in general psychiatric wards, which he describes as dominated by a narrow medicalized approach as opposed to a truly therapeutic approach that embraces a broader understanding of how mental health problems are identified, characterized, and addressed. For over two decades now, Dr. Timimi has immersed himself in this field as a practicing child and adolescent psychiatrist. In this episode, he discusses everything from the way cultural and societal expectations and assumptions shape the way we perceive our own experience and the experience of others, to how ideas popularized by many in the psychiatric profession actually contribute to increased rates of distress and feelings of alienation in young adults (especially in the context of the current virus situation). He also explains how certain treatments given for a short-term problem can actually cause it to become a long-term problem.   But it’s not all bad. Tune in to learn about some extremely successful models for addressing even the most serious mental issues; chances are, you’ve never heard of them before. Visit  https://www.madinamerica.com/ for more information and resources. Episode also available on Apple Podcasts: http://apple.co/30PvU9C