Finding Genius Podcast

Today, we sit down with William Sargent, a NOVA consultant and the winner of the Boston Globe's Winship Award. He joins us in this episode to discuss his work as a renowned author and scientist covering subjects such as marine biology, fishing, diving, underwater photography, global warming, and more. William has written a whopping 27 books about science and the environment. These include World on Edge: Covid-19, Climate Change, Ukraine and Solutions, and Storm Surge: A Coastal Village Battles the Rising Atlantic. His distinct insight is informed by years of research and personal interaction with the issues he tackles… In this episode, you will learn about: What a scientific author does. How severe storms can impact beaches, and how they compare to sea level rise. Insights from journalists regarding the current war in Ukraine. The potential origins of COVID-19. William is determined to bridge the gap between science and storytelling – and the success he has achieved is fascinating. Wondering how his work has contributed to scientific narratives around the world? Tune in now! To find out more about William and his work, click here now! Episode also available on Apple Podcasts: http://apple.co/30PvU9C

What will the next generation of medicine production look like? Dr. Govind Rao joins us today to discuss the importance of constructing safe and effective medications – standards that are harder to reach than one may think… Dr. Rao is a Professor of Chemical and Biochemical Engineering, and the Director of the Center for Advanced Sensor Technology at the University of Maryland, Baltimore County. His research interests are primarily focused on how to enhance the production of protein-based therapeutics from the traditional fermentation and cell culture approach – something biopharmaceuticals have been doing for over 30 years. In this episode, we discuss: Experimentation that Dr. Rao’s lab is doing.  New technology that is enabling scientists to create proteins.  The paradigm shift that may be on the horizon for therapeutic production. Drugs that are most likely to improve in the near future.  Wondering how Dr. Rao is contributing to the future of medicine and wellness? Join in now to see for yourself! Want to find out more about Dr. Rao and his research? Click here now! Episode also available on Apple Podcasts: http://apple.co/30PvU9C

Child psychologist and neuroscientist Sam Wass joins the podcast today to discuss the early human development of attention and stress. What makes Sam’s research unique is the way he analyzes not one – but two people at once. He does this to explore the interpersonal properties that exist between parents and their children. Sam is a Professor of Developmental Psychology in the Department of Psychological Sciences at the University of East London’s School of Psychology. Here, he heads up the BabyDevLab and the Developmental Group. What has his psychological and neurological work uncovered? Tune in now to find out! In this episode, we talk about: Why children are considered to be less emotionally stable early on.  How parents and children coregulate physiological stress.  How children learn from adults. How to calm down children’s stress levels. To learn more about Sam and his work, click here now! Episode also available on Apple Podcasts: http://apple.co/30PvU9C

Are polyethylene-destroying enzymes the answer to plastic pollution that we’ve been looking for? Federica Bertocchini, an expert in molecular biology, joins the podcast today to enlighten us on this fascinating research topic. Federica works with the Department of Plant and Microbial Biotechnology at Centro de Investigaciones Biológicas-Margarita Salas in Madrid, Spain. With a passion for environmental science, Federica found herself looking for plastic eating-organisms – and you’d be surprised what her research has uncovered… In this episode, we cover: How plastic affects the worms that eat it.  The enzymes that are able to break down polyethylene. What happens to plastic substances after worms digest them.  To find out more about Federica Bertocchini and her work, click here now! Episode also available on Apple Podcasts: http://apple.co/30PvU9C

In this episode, we connect with award-winning Functional Medicine MD Dr. Peter Kozlowski. Dr. Kozlowski’s practice centers around healing from chronic disease and maintaining long-term health by identifying underlying causes, focusing on nutrition, gut health, hormones, and toxins. Dr. Kozlowski is also the author of Best-Selling books Get the Func Out and Unfunc your Gut, works that address ​​mental, emotional, spiritual, and physical health – all from a functional medicine perspective… Jump in now to hear us discuss: How Dr. Kozlowski’s past alcoholism shaped his professional future.  What functional medicine really is.  The five main areas that doctors look at with functional medicine.  How imbalances can cause health to deteriorate.  Wondering how this functional medicine expert is working towards reframing health and wellness? Join the conversation now to find out for yourself! To learn more about Dr. Kozlowski and his work, click here now! Episode also available on Apple Podcasts: http://apple.co/30PvU9C

Rejoining us in this episode is Dr. Bill McGraw, a boundary-pushing research scientist and the author of Aluminum Detox: An Easy Solution and Mercury: The Ultimate Truth and Chronic Disease. He sits down today to discuss Rife Machines – instruments used to treat various ailments using electromagnetic frequencies. Used as a noninvasive form of therapy, Rife Machines were invented nearly a century ago to get rid of cancer, Lyme disease, and other serious conditions. Dr. McGraw says he has been using Rife Machines for years on his patients with a 95% success rate…  How do these curious inventions work? Tune in now to see for yourself! Join us now to explore: The origins of Rife technology.  How certain frequencies have been linked to killing viruses and cancer cells. How scalar fields can identify different types of viruses. Use Code Bill0323 to get 5% OFF on any two Spooky Equipments.Visit https://www.spooky2-mall.com/ now!! To learn more about Dr. McGraw and his work with Rife Machines, click here now! Episode also available on Apple Podcasts: http://apple.co/30PvU9C

How do microplastics impact aquatic ecosystems? What can happen if an entire food web of aquatic organisms is exposed to microplastic contaminants?  Garth Covernton, a researcher who studies the interactions between microplastic pollution and aquatic ecology, joins the podcast today to enlighten us on these critical questions… Garth is a University of Toronto Arts and Sciences Postdoctoral Fellow working in the Rochman lab and the McMeans lab as part of the pELAstics project. Through his work, Garth is on a mission to “provide conservation managers and policymakers with the simplified frameworks required to protect aquatic ecosystems”. Join us now to learn about: The types of freshwater that Garth is conducting his research in.  What food webs are, and what they can tell us about microplastic contamination.  The most commonly used and produced polymers that contaminate aquatic systems. The mechanisms of analysis used to determine how microplastics move through different ecosystems.  Animals that are more at risk for ingesting microplastics.  Want to find out more about Garth and his research? Click here now! Episode also available on Apple Podcasts: http://apple.co/30PvU9C

In this episode, we connect with Judy Grisel, an internationally recognized behavioral neuroscientist, and professor of psychology at Bucknell University. She joins us today to discuss her work researching the root causes of drug addiction. Judy has a history of her own with addiction, and she uses her past to fuel her mission to understand the neuroscience of addiction. In 2019, she published Never Enough: The Neuroscience and Experience of Addiction, a book that explores “how drugs work, the dangerous hold they can take on the brain, and the surprising way to combat today's epidemic of addiction”. Jump into the conversation now to discover: The three main streams of influence that increase or decrease the risk for addiction. The difference between the brains of addicts before and after they start using.  Why addiction is considered a “form of learning”. Why people who use opiates regularly feel “normal” over time when they’re on them. The more we understand about addiction, the easier it will be to prevent future generations from using. How has Judy’s work contributed to this mission? Tune in now to find out for yourself! To uncover more about Judy and her work, click here now! Episode also available on Apple Podcasts: http://apple.co/30PvU9C

How do you become a top 1% communicator in your industry? Brenden Kumarasamy, the Founder of MasterTalk joins the podcast today to discuss how he has been helping professionals around the world master their communication skills and share their messages with confidence.  After college, Brenden found himself coaching others for debates and case competitions – through which he “accidentally” developed a gift as an educator. Since then, he has used this newfound skill to educate others through MasterTalk, and the results have been significant…  Tune in now to learn about: How Brenden practiced and improved his communication skills. The main reason why Brenden started doing case competitions.  The key aspects that are missing from executives’ and entrepreneurs’ communication. How to practice communication in a structured way.  To find out more about Brenden and his work with MasterTalk, click here now! Episode also available on Apple Podcasts: http://apple.co/30PvU9C

Pain is a complicated and subjective experience that varies greatly from person to person. Arguably one of the most significant human health problems, pain is a signal from your nervous system indicating something isn’t right – and as we all know, it is a deeply unpleasant feeling.  In this episode, we sit down with Jeffrey Mogil, the E. P. Taylor Chair in Pain Studies at McGill University’s Department of Psychology. As someone who has always been fascinated by the science of pain, Jeffrey focuses his research on the nervous system mechanisms that mediate the perception and inhibition of pain. What fascinating discoveries has Jeffrey made in the field of pain science? Jump in now to find out… In this conversation, we cover: Statistics related to chronic pain.  The main reasons why people have chronic pain.  How to characterize different types of pain.  The scales that researchers use to quantify pain. How various pain drugs work.  To learn more about Jeffrey and his research, click here! Episode also available on Apple Podcasts: http://apple.co/30PvU9C