Best Neuro Collective Podcasts (2026)

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Bonus-Lighting the Way: Great Intention, Great Expectation-How to Begin 2026 with Clarity- Episode 143 17:09

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Send us a text Welcome to a special bonus episode of The Neuro Collective Podcast as we step into 2026 together. In this episode, May Bagnell, IHP reflects on the recently completed December series, Lighting the Way, and shares what was still on her heart as the new year began. Rather than focusing on resolutions, rigid plans, or “fixing” ourselves…

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Trends, tools and transformation: the evolution of flow cytometry in bioanalysis 23:37

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Trends, tools and transformation: the evolution of flow cytometry in bioanalysis by Taylor & Francis GroupBy Taylor & Francis Group

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Part 8-Lighting Your Path Forward:A Holistic Brain Blueprint for a Healthy & Hopeful 2026- Episode 142 29:20

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Send us a text As we close out 2025 and step into a new year, Dr. Michael and May Bagnell, IHP welcome you to the final episode of the Lighting the Way series. This conversation marks both an ending and a beginning—a moment to pause, reflect, and intentionally step forward into 2026 with clarity, confidence, and hope. This episode is not about lear…

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Part 7-Lighting the Way:Why ADHD, Autism & Anxiety Often Begin in the Sensory System- Episode 141 24:22

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Send us a text In this enlightening episode of the Neuro Collective Podcast, hosts Dr. Michael and May Bagnell,IHP dive deep into the critical role of sensory integration in understanding ADHD, autism, and anxiety. They highlight how these challenges often stem from the way our brains process sensory information, rather than mere behavioral issues.…

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Part 6-Lighting the Way:Shedding Light on Dementia & Early Prevention- Episode 140 28:19

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Send us a text Dementia is not an inevitable part of aging—and this episode explains why. In Episode Six of the Lighting the Way series, Dr. Michael and May Bagnell, IHP explore dementia, cognitive decline, and Alzheimer’s through a lens of hope, prevention, and modern neuroscience, sharing why these conditions are often the result of chronic infla…

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Part 5-Lighting The Way: Peptides & Regenerative Tools- Episode 139 25:21

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Send us a text What if your brain’s best days are still ahead? In Episode 5 of our Lighting the Way December series, Dr. Michael Bagnell and May Bagnell, IHP explore one of the most exciting frontiers in neuroscience and regenerative medicine: peptides — powerful biological messengers that help the body repair, regenerate, and restore balance. This…

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Part 4-Rewiring the Holidays: How Neuroplasticity Works & Why Your Brain is Never Stuck-Episode 138 24:51

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Send us a text How Neuroplasticity Works & Why Your Brain Is Never Stuck In this powerful December episode of The Neuro Collective Podcast, Dr. Michael and May Bagnell continue the Lighting the Way series with one of the most hope-filled discoveries in modern neuroscience: your brain is never stuck. This conversation explores how neuroplasticity—th…

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Part 3-Lighting the Way:Sleep, Peace & the Glymphatic Glow-Episode 137 30:10

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Send us a text In this holiday edition of The Neuro Collective Podcast, Dr. Michael and May Bagnell, IHP invite you to slow down, settle in, and explore one of the most fascinating discoveries in modern neuroscience: the glymphatic system—your brain’s nighttime detox network. As part of our Lighting the Way series, this episode dives into how deep,…

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Part 2-Lighting the Way:The Gut-Brain Axis: How Your Microbiome Shapes Mood, Focus & Sleep-Episode 136 22:00

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Send us a text In this episode of The NeuroCollective Podcast, Dr. Michael and May Bagnell,IHP continue the Lighting the Way series with a deep dive into the Gut-Brain Axis, exploring how your microbiome shapes your mood, focus, and sleep, especially during the holiday season. They discuss why the gut functions as an ecosystem, how increased sugar,…

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Part 1 - Lighting the Way: The Breakthrough Brain Science That Brightens The Coming Year-Episode 135 26:02

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Send us a text In this opening episode of our December series, Lighting the Way: The Breakthrough Brain Science That Brightens the Coming Year, Dr. Michael and May Bagnell, IHP broadcast from their peaceful outdoor garden—a fitting backdrop for today’s focus on calm, clarity, and creating a healthier way of living. As we enter a busy season filled …

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Part 2-Inside the Brain of Tomorrow: The Most Exciting Discoveries of 2025 (What They Mean for You in 2026)-Episode 134 21:47

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Send us a text In this second part of our Inside the Brain of Tomorrow series, Dr. Michael and May Bagnell,IHP take you deeper into the most transformative discoveries in neuroscience from 2025—and how these advancements are shaping practical, personalized brain health in 2026. This episode unpacks powerful new tools in brain analysis, sleep-focuse…

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Part 1-Inside the Brain of Tomorrow: The Most Exciting Discoveries of 2025 (What They Mean for You in 2026)-Episode 133 32:18

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Send us a text In today’s episode, Dr. Michael and May Bagnell,IHP open with three powerful, real-life stories from individuals searching for answers, clarity, and hope. Before diving into the groundbreaking neuroscience from 2025, May shares meaningful conversations with people who felt stuck, misunderstood, or dismissed, yet refused to settle for…

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115 analytes, one panel: a conversation on innovation in biomarker discovery 13:20

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115 analytes, one panel: a conversation on innovation in biomarker discovery by Taylor & Francis GroupBy Taylor & Francis Group

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Frequency Medicine- Harnessing Neuro Modulation to Heal the Brain- Episode 132 28:08

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Send us a text In this special Thanksgiving episode, Dr. Michael and May Bagnell,IHP dive into the world of neuromodulation and how frequency-based medicine is transforming modern brain health. They explore how gentle, evidence-based electrical stimulation can activate specific neural pathways, improve brain plasticity, and support healing in condi…

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Part 8- Rooted in Balance-The Success Mindset That Transforms Your Health-Episode 131 35:13

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Send us a text In this final installment of the D-E-S-T-R-E-S-S Protocol Series, Dr. Michael and May Bagnell,IHP explore the last pillar of the protocol developed by Dr. Stephen Cabral and integrated into the Bagnell Brain Center’s approach to whole-person healing. Today’s focus is the second “S” – Success Mindset. This episode dives into the scien…

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Part 7-Rooted in Balance: Filling the Gaps-From Foundational Nutrition to Advanced Healing Peptides-Episode 130 36:42

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Send us a text In this powerful episode of The Neuro Collective Podcast, Dr. Michael and May Bagnell,IHP take you into one of the most misunderstood yet essential pillars of the De-Stress Protocol: Supplementation. As they near the final phase of the series, they break down the truth behind what your body actually needs to thrive in today’s world. …

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Part 6-Rooted in Balance: Emotional Balance: The Mindset of Healing-Episode 129 30:13

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Send us a text In Episode 6 of The Neuro Collective Podcast, Dr. Michael and May Bagnell,IHP continue the DESTRESS Protocol Series, focusing on the final “E” — Emotional Balance. In this conversation, they uncover why emotional health is biological, not just psychological, and how deeply our nervous system reflects our emotional reality. From child…

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Part 5- Rooted in Balance: Rest & Recovery: The Missing Medicine-Episode 128 36:50

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Send us a text In this episode of The Neuro Collective Podcast, Dr. Michael & May Bagnell,IHP explore one of the most overlooked pillars of health — Rest and Recovery. We’re diving deep into why rest is a biological requirement, not a luxury, and how strategic recovery can support your brain, hormones, emotions, and overall longevity. If you’ve bee…

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Part 4- Rooted in Balance: Lightening the Load: Supporting the Liver, Lymph, and Lifestyle for True Detox- Episode 127 39:10

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Send us a text In this powerful new episode of The Neuro Collective Podcast, Dr. Michael and May Bagnell, IHP continue their Rooted in Balance series with a focus on one of the most misunderstood yet essential aspects of health detoxification. Our world is full of hidden toxins from the air we breathe and the food we eat to the thoughts we think. B…

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Part 3- Rooted in Balance: The Still Point: Mastering Stress & Strengthening Your Inner Calm-Episode 126 31:16

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Send us a text In this episode of The Neuro Collective Podcast, we continue our Rooted in Balance series and dive into the first “S” of the DE-STRESS Protocol Modern life demands more of us than ever before. Whether you're juggling parenting, a demanding career, relationships, or personal battles—stress is inevitable, but being overwhelmed is not y…

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Exploring biomarker testing in clinical research 17:08

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Exploring biomarker testing in clinical researchBy Taylor & Francis Group

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Part 2- Rooted in Balance: Fuel & Flow - Nourishing the Body & Moving for Energy-Episode 125 27:00

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Send us a text In this episode of The NeuroCollective Podcast, Dr. Michael & May Bagnell, IHP continue the powerful Rooted in Balance Series, diving into the first two pillars of the D.E.-STRESS Protocol — Diet & Digestion and Exercise & Movement. If you missed Part 1, make sure to go back — it sets the stage for everything we unpack today. 🔍 What …

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Part 1- Rooted in Balance Series: the Functional Medicine Framework for Vibrant Health-Episode 124 25:36

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Send us a text In this groundbreaking episode, Dr. Michael and May Bagnell, IHP open the conversation on what it really means to live rooted in balance. This episode introduces a Functional Medicine framework that is transforming how people heal, restore energy, and regain control of their health. For too long, many have accepted that feeling “fine…

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First void urine: revolutionizing potential non-invasive biomarker collection 14:07

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Join Tara Crawford-Parks, PhD, Director for Translational R&D and Product Enablement at DNA Genotek, to explore the potential of first void urine biomarkers in clinical diagnostics. Discover how this non-invasive sampling method is transforming HPV screening and opening new possibilities for early disease detection in oncology and infectious diseas…

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STEM Tea | Investing in our students 36:27

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In this episode of the STEM Tea podcast, host AJ Hinton is joined by two science educators who are striving to instill a love of science and a sense of belonging within K–12 students through outreach initiatives and programs. Yelena Janumyan is a postdoctoral fellow at the Collaborative for STEM Education and Outreach at Vanderbilt University (TN, …

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Training the Brain Through the Eyes:A Conversation with Franco Lococo-Episode 123 32:35

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Send us a text In this powerful episode of The NeuroCollective Podcast, Dr. Michael Bagnell and May Bagnell, IHP, sit down with Franco LoCoco — professional rugby player turned neuroscience and vision training coach from Argentina — to explore how training the brain and eyes can dramatically transform performance, healing, and everyday life. Franco…

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Mind over Molecules Exploring Hormones' Impact on Brain Health-Part 3 Episode 122 25:16

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Send us a text Welcome back to The Neuro Collective! Today, Dr. Michael and May Bagnell, IHP dive into Mind Over Molecules: Part 3 — the peak of our series on how hormones shape your brain health. In this episode, we’re taking you on a fascinating journey through the endocrine system. Starting from the top of your head and moving downward, Dr. Mich…

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Mind over Molecules Exploring Hormones' Impact on Brain Health-Part 2 Episode 121 31:46

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Send us a text Join Dr. Michael and May Bagnell in the second part of their enlightening series, Mind Over Molecules. This episode dives into the intricate world of hormones and their profound impact on brain health. Dr. Michael and May explain the HPA axis—the critical link between the hypothalamus, pituitary, and adrenal glands—and how it shapes …

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LC–MS/MS for quantitation of protein biomarkers 20:10

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In this podcast, Director of GLP bioanalysis Lan Li reviews immunoassays versus mass spectrometry-based methods as tools for protein biomarker quantitation. Focusing specifically on mass spectrometry approaches, Lan explores various methodologies, such as top-down, middle-down and bottom-up, as well as the sample preparation procedures required. La…

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STEM Tea | Being visible as an act of service 56:45

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In this episode of the STEM Tea podcast, AJ Hinton is joined by Ulises Ricoy, who was the Director of Outreach Initiatives at the University of Arizona (AZ, USA) at the time of this recording. Ulises has championed low-cost approaches to basic neuroscience research as well as educated underrepresented groups in STEM academia.In this episode, Ulises…

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Mind Over Molecules-Exploring Hormones' Impact on Brain Health Part 1-Episode 120 25:30

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Send us a text In this enlightening episode of The Neuro Collective Podcast, Dr. Michael and May Bagnell unravel the fascinating connection between hormones and brain health. Do hormones really impact our brain's ability to function at its best? Spoiler alert: Yes, they do! From childhood development to the menopausal years, hormones like estrogen,…

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STEM Tea | Founding Black in Neuro 40:57

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In this episode of the STEM Tea podcast, host AJ Hinton is joined by Brielle Ferguson, Assistant Professor in Genetics and Neurology at Harvard (MA, USA), and Angeline J. Dukes, Assistant Professor in the Department of Neuroscience at the University of Minnesota (MN, USA). Brielle is a researcher studying the biomarkers of cognitive dysfunction and…

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Part 2: Sleep as Medicine — Transforming Health from the Pillow Up- Episode 119 24:26

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Send us a text Welcome back to The Neuro Collective Podcast with Dr. Michael and May Bagnell, IHP. In this powerful continuation of our sleep series, we move from science to strategy — exploring practical, evidence-based tools that help you fall asleep faster, stay asleep longer, and wake up restored. If sleep has been a challenge, this episode wil…

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Part 1: The Science of Sleep — What Happens When We Rest- Episode 118 35:29

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By Dr. Michael Bagnell & May Bagnell

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My Brain Is a Home: Teaching Kids Emotional Intelligence with Author-Orlanda Bettison-Episode 117 37:38

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Send us a text In this inspiring episode of The Neuro Collective Podcast, Mae Bagnell sits down with Orlanda Bettison, a children’s book author, educator, and passionate advocate for teaching kids about their brains in playful and empowering ways. Through her beautifully illustrated books, Orlanda transforms complex neuroscience into simple, relata…

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STEM Tea | Disrupting racism and cisheteropatriarchy through research, pedagogy and mentorship in STEM education 40:36

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In this episode of the STEM Tea podcast, host AJ Hinton is joined by Luis A. Leyva (left), Associate Professor of Mathematics Education & STEM Higher Education in the Peabody College of Education & Human Development at Vanderbilt University (TN, USA). Luis is the Director of the Power, Resistance & Identity in STEM Education (PRISM) Research Lab. H…

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STEM Tea | Strengthening HBCUs 1:00:49

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In this episode of the STEM Tea podcast, host AJ Hinton is joined by Haysetta Shuler, an academic consultant in industrial–organizational psychology (I–O psychology) and a DEI mentor. Haysetta is an experienced administrator at a Historically Black College and University (HBCU), and she is passionate about increasing the involvement of Black studen…

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PTSD Is 100% Treatable: EMDR, Resilience, and Post-Traumatic Growth with Dr. Jeff Rice-Episode 116 38:47

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Send us a text In this powerful episode of The Neuro Collective Podcast, we dive deep into the world of mental health, trauma, and healing with our guest, Dr. Jeff Rice—veteran, professor, and mental health professional. Dr. Rice shares his remarkable journey from skepticism about therapy to finding healing through counseling and ultimately answeri…

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Balancing Technology and Humanity: Marilyn Ehrhardt Interviews May Bagnell-Episode 115 36:27

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Send us a text In this powerful conversation, Marilyn Ehrhardt sits down with May Bagnell to explore how 21st century technology, Artificial Intelligence, and the human brain intersect—and where they collide. From May’s calling into Life Coaching and Integrative Health to her passion for helping women transform their lives, this episode highlights …

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STEM Tea | Working together for better science and better opportunities 45:23

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In this episode of the STEM Tea podcast, host AJ Hinton is joined by Corey Reynolds, a Regional Medical Scientific Director in industry. Corey’s background ranges from academics to industry consulting; he applies these varied experiences to mentoring the next generation of Black scientists.In this episode, Corey explains his current role as a medic…

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Clearing the Haze- What Brain Fog Is, Why It Happens, and How to Lift It-Episode 114 23:01

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Send us a text Ever felt like your thoughts were trapped in a haze—sluggish, unfocused, and just out of reach? You’re not alone. In this episode, we take a deep dive into brain fog—what it really is, why it happens, and most importantly, how you can clear it. From hidden metabolic patterns like thyroid issues, anemia, and blood sugar imbalances to …

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Inside the Fighter’s Mind: Dr. Roman on Training the Brain of a Champion for Resilience-Episode 113 43:42

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Send us a text In this episode of the NeuroCollective Podcast, Dr. Michael & May Bagnell sit down with Dr. Roman Velasquez to explore the fascinating world of neurocognitive performance training. From his years in the Marine Corps and law enforcement to his transition into neurobiology and performance coaching, Dr. Roman shares his journey of resil…

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The Dr Is In-Silent Aftershocks: Why a Past Head Injury Can Shape Your Brain Today-Episode 112 16:22

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Send us a text In this Doctor’s In episode of The Neuro Collective Podcast, Dr. Michael & May Bagnell answer a powerful question from one of our clients: “Can a concussion from more than 10 years ago still affect me today, even if I feel fine?” The discussion uncovers: Long-term impacts of concussions and why symptoms can resurface years later The …

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STEM Tea | Impact and sustainability in mentorship 49:50

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In this episode of the STEM Tea podcast, host AJ Hinton is joined by Clintoria Williams, Principal Investigator in the Kidney PathoPhysiology Research Group at Wright State University (OH, USA). Clintoria is a physiologist who is passionate about ‘lifting while climbing’ and is a co-founder of Black in Physiology. In this episode, Clintoria shares …

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One Decision Away- Choosing Transformation in Your POTS Recovery Journey-Episode 111 26:41

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Send us a text In this Training session, Dr. Michael and May Bagnell continue their powerful conversation on POTS Dysautonomia and the crucial role of mindset in the healing journey. Living with a chronic condition isn’t just about the body—it deeply impacts the mind, emotions, and spirit. They break down the three transformative steps—Awareness, A…

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Standing Strong: Understanding POTS and the Path to Recovery-Episode 110 30:49

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Send us a text Ever felt your heart race just from standing up? Or dizziness that makes simple daily life feel overwhelming? You might be experiencing POTS – Postural Orthostatic Tachycardia Syndrome. In this episode, Dr. Michael & May Bagnell dive deep into what POTS really is, why it’s on the rise, and most importantly—how hope and healing are po…

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STEM Tea | Supporting underserved communities through STEM mentorship 57:32

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In this episode of the STEM Tea podcast, AJ Hinton is joined by Alberto Vasquez, Academic Coordinator for the Center for Research in Educational Equity and Teaching (CREATE) at University of California, San Diego (CA, USA). Alberto is a biologist and educator, applying his lived experience to support students from underserved communities.At CREATE,…

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Under Pressure: Exploring the Power of Hyperbaric Oxygen with Dr. Jason Sonners-Episode 109 38:29

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Send us a text In this special video edition of The Neuro Collective Podcast, Dr. Michael and May Bagnell sit down with Dr. Jason Sonners, DC, PhD—an international educator, author, and leader in the field of hyperbaric oxygen therapy. Dr. Sonners shares his personal health journey that led him to discover hyperbaric medicine, how oxygen became the…

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The Coach Is In: The Stories We Tell-Why Defending Your Limitations Keeps You Stuck-Episode 108 22:03

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Send us a text Have you ever caught yourself saying, “That’s just the way I am” or “I can’t do that”? In this episode of The Neuro Collective Podcast, May Bagnell dives deep into the powerful truth: When you argue for your limitations, you get to keep them. Through personal stories, real-life struggles, and neuroscience-backed insights, May shares …

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The Dr Is In: The Sensitive Brain: Why Motion, Startle Reflexes, and Nutrition Matter for Healing- Episode 107 38:42

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Send us a text In this episode, Dr. Michael & May Bagnell answer real questions from clients and listeners: ✔ Why motion sickness is really a sensory mismatch in the brain—and how specialized therapies can correct it. ✔ Why some children and adults are easily startled and how reintegrating the Moro Reflex can calm the nervous system. ✔ Dr. Bagnell’…