Episodes

Dr. Brian A. Sharpless delves into the psyches of horror’s most unforgettable characters, unpacking the real psychological conditions that may underlie their terrifying behavior. With deep clinical and research expertise, he brings a grounded psychological lens to the genre, interpreting horror through the DSM and beyond. He also offers insight on the misconception of mental illness in horror films. He’s an internationally recognized expert on unusual mental health conditions, including sleep pa...

The National Guard has been deployed to Los Angeles because Americans have exercised their right to protest; an unelected billionaire recently slashed the budgets of critical government institutions; the Supreme Court has ruled that President Trump enjoys “absolute immunity” from prosecution for “official acts” he took while in office, leading Justice Sonia Sotomayor to write “the President is now a king above the law…” The US is facing unprecedented threats to its democracy. We’ve heard about t...

If you find yourself wishing for more in life, wanting to become more—but not quite sure how to reach that next level of success—you're not alone. That feeling isn’t a flaw; it’s a signal. A quiet nudge that there’s more in you, waiting to be unlocked. Dianna Kokoszka, an award winning business leader, distills years of wisdom into one mission: helping people become the creator, crusader, and champion of their own lives. She teaches us to recognize and reshape limiting patterns, turning breakdow...

We grow up believing in fairy tales—soulmates, happily ever after, love that conquers all. But reality paints a different picture: more than 70% of new relationships end every year. Why do so many people seem to be in a cycle that keeps repeating this? Is real love possible? Anthony Silard reveals a powerful but often overlooked truth: many relationships don’t fail because of incompatibility—but because of unforgiven pain. We carry emotional wounds, grief, and guilt from past relationships into ...

Since the dark ages, mental health treatment has evolved from inhumane practices—like chaining individuals with mental illness to walls in darkness—to more modern approaches. Yet, in U.S. emergency rooms today, young people in emotional crisis are still effectively held hostage in the name of psychiatric care. We remain tethered to an outdated biomedical model of mental health. Ironically, the current mental health crisis—immense in scope—offers a glimmer of hope: it is forcing society to wake u...

GLP-1 (glucagon-like peptide-1) treatments for weight loss have been gaining a lot of attention recently, especially with medications like Wegovy® (semaglutide) and Mounjaro® (tirzepatide). These treatments are part of a class of drugs originally designed to treat type 2 diabetes, but they've shown remarkable effects in promoting weight loss as well. Dave Knapp reveals how GLP-1’s are changing lives in broader, profound ways. He delves into the history, science, and accessibility challenges of t...

Kyle Kittleson, the engaging on-camera host for Medcircle is here to discuss preventative mental health care as well as continuing education for mental health care professionals on Medcircle’s unique community. MedCircle provides access to the world’s greatest minds in mental health through engaging interview-style video series, virtual live workshops, and in-depth articles on important mental health topics. He shares how becoming mentally health-literate can help you recognize issues earlier, s...

After spending five years leading a team competing against Elon Musk and Jeff Bezos to return humans to the Moon—a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity that ended in heartbreak—aerospace engineer Andy Crocker found himself searching for what truly matters. That loss, coupled with the realization that his kids were nearly grown, sparked a desire to pass on the values he believes are essential for living a meaningful life. The result—a framework grounded in timeless principles to help anyone pursue pers...

Event planner Valerie Peng never planned on spending her summer sipping champagne at a lakefront estate, dodging suspicious socialites, or pretending to be anyone’s long-lost daughter. But when a very public, deeply mortifying mishap lands her in hot water—and her career in a hot mess—her uber-wealthy older client makes her an offer she can’t refuse: come to his glamorous summer home and pose as the long-lost daughter he believes his conniving family has hidden from him. In exchange? Time away f...

The National Guard has been deployed to Los Angeles because Americans have exercised their right to protest; an unelected billionaire recently slashed the budgets of critical government institutions; the Supreme Court has ruled that President Trump enjoys “absolute immunity” from prosecution for “official acts” he took while in office, leading Justice Sonia Sotomayor to write “the President is now a king above the law…” The US is facing unprecedented threats to its democracy. We’ve heard about t...

If you find yourself wishing for more in life, wanting to become more—but not quite sure how to reach that next level of success—you're not alone. That feeling isn’t a flaw; it’s a signal. A quiet nudge that there’s more in you, waiting to be unlocked. Dianna Kokoszka, an award winning business leader, distills years of wisdom into one mission: helping people become the creator, crusader, and champion of their own lives. She teaches us to recognize and reshape limiting patterns, turning breakdow...

Loosely based on several real-life art ponzi schemes over the past few decades, Anna Barrington allows the readers to peek behind the velvet curtain and step into this secretive yet fascinating sphere. In real-life, the book was in a heated auction of its own and the cover of the book was exclusively revealed in People magazine. The book deftly intertwines a plot with scathing social commentary, as if Donna Tartt’s “The Secret History” was set in the universe of HBO’s Succession. Meet Ingrid, an...

Every good parent wants to create relationships with their children that are filled with joy, connection, and healthy attachment. Yet well-meaning but traumatized parents--those who suffered as children or who are dealing with traumatic events as adults--tend to see the world from a survival point of view. If that's you, you might suspect that your own trauma is negatively influencing your parenting behaviors. Where can you turn for support and wisdom? Renowned traumatic parenting expert, worksh...

For so long, 'work-life balance' has been the brass ring to strive for but have we considered that maybe there’s a better goal? Author and wellness coach Erin Clifford invites you to take a break from the chaos of daily life to redefine what wellness truly means to you. Wellness isn’t just the absence of illness; it’s the presence of a vibrant, harmonious life that nurtures your physical, mental, emotional, and spiritual well-being. She shares a holistic, flexible approach that integrates nutrit...

There is a pivotal sea change happening in children’s development. The age of puberty has been trending earlier for decades. Bullying doesn’t just happen on the playground, but over text and DM. Couple earlier puberty with ill-equipped, developing brains and the onslaught of new media and stressors that never existed when we were kids, and it’s clear that parents need a new guide to raise this new generation. Dr. Sheryl Gonzalez Ziegler knows firsthand how challenging these years can be—yet she ...

Jo, a driven environmental attorney based in Washington, DC, and Lauren, a spirited young woman from Britain on a journey of self-discovery, find themselves in a serendipitous encounter at a lively London pub in 1981. Their brief yet profound connection generates a whirlwind of emotions, but the vast ocean, Jo's career aspirations, and immigration hurdles thwart their burgeoning romance. Fast-forward 22 years, and Lauren and her partner travel from Europe to visit Jo in her San Francisco home. T...

Charlotte “Charlie” Hastings never missed her mother. But when her late father visits her in a dream and reveals the letters her mother had written to him over the years, she begins yearning for a connection she never desired to make. Reeling from a mix of emotions, she embarks on a soul-searching cross-country journey to California to find the mother she thought she never needed. Anna Gomez, an award-winning Asian American author brings us along on this emotional trip guided by letters left beh...

How many of us have to endure the loss of parents and are then left with the sobering task of cleaning out their houses, dividing up their belongings among siblings or friends, and trying to make the houses ready for someone else to live in? Annie Guest, a mental health therapist, and attorney, inherited her house after her parents passed away and this is her story of how she brought new life to the house for a new resident – herself - and how she reclaimed her identity doing it.

Drawing from his experience as Executive Vice President for Medical Affairs at the University of Michigan and CEO of Michigan Medicine, Dr. Marshall Runge examines how technological advances, policy changes, and emerging business models are fundamentally transforming American healthcare. He argues that healthcare stands at a revolutionary inflection point where multiple disruptive forces are reshaping every aspect of care delivery. He systematically analyzes major healthcare disruptors including...

Unhappiness is our brain’s natural default state, but we’re taught that happiness is “normal.” This makes your natural ups and downs seem like a disorder. It suggests that others are happy and you are missing out. It diverts you from building skills that would actually spark your happy brain chemicals. Why are we getting such bad information about our biology? It’s politics. Not politics in the sense of electing leaders, but politics in the sense of winning support by saying what’s popular. Dr. ...

As a species, we are increasingly characterized by stress, isolation, and digital detachment. Christopher Hadnagy, a leading expert in global security and a master hacker, reveals how principles of human communication can be employed to establish rapport, enhance relationships, and influence others' decisions constructively. This isn't about manipulation, but rather about building genuine connections and regaining confidence in our interactions. With his guidance, readers can soon find themselve...

Once you’ve been admitted to college, the next step is to develop a strategy of how to find your best life there. Some avoid challenging experiences, follow a path of familiar expectations, and rely on shortcuts. Others aim for perfection, ignore their friends and health, labor over what subjects to study, and neglect spending time outside the classroom. The pressure to make college valuable and interesting can feel overwhelming. Now James T. Hamilton shares important lessons to help you find pu...

Sexual assault, physical attacks, gross mismanagement, and false promises. These are just a few of the crimes and abuses that Judy Karofsky’s elderly mother endured in assisted living facilities after suffering an incapacitating stroke. With Karofsky’s help, her mother eventually cycled through six facilities in the hope of finding adequate care. Each one turned out to be as dysfunctional as the last. Now she chronicles her efforts to find appropriate care for her beloved mother in a system that...

Maintaining a healthy lifestyle is challenging, even without factoring in devastating losses or significant life changes. But when these events (such as the death of a loved one, a difficult divorce, or a trauma) surface, it can be quite challenging for many health-conscious people to eat healthily. Bestselling author, health journalist, certified health coach, and life coach Connie Bennett experienced this unexpected setback when her mother passed away from cancer. Realizing that even the most ...