Guest Speaker: Amanda Wiggins What if the next wave of innovation isn’t just about smarter tech but smarter thinking? Understanding how the brain works is reshaping how we solve problems, lead teams, design products, and drive impact. Neuroscience is giving us unprecedented insight into how we think, learn, create, and lead and it’s transforming the way we build businesses, products, and teams. As science continues to evolve, so will the way we innovate — and those who embrace both will be the o...
Jun 07, 2025•39 min•Season 1Ep. 106
Guest Speaker: Kevin Smith Kindness is more than a simple act. iI’s a transformative force. It builds connection, heals emotional wounds, and fosters resilience. Kevin shares how kindness reshapes minds and hearts, creating ripple effects that transform individuals and entire communities. When we choose kindness, we unlock greater empathy, reduce stress, and create a world where everyone thrives. This episode reveals why kindness isn’t just nice to have it’s essential for our mental well-being a...
May 28, 2025•45 min•Season 1Ep. 105
Save Lives Project and Psychology Talks Present: Panel Discussion: Be the Light for Someone in the Dark Hosts: Preston Weekes , & Ambreen Nadeem Guest Speakers: Heather McWilliam , Jen Fraser, PhD , Courtney Beck , & Barbara Vokatis, Ph.D. May is Mental Health Awareness Month, and the truth is—too many are silently struggling. This conversation couldn’t be more timely. Not all darkness looks like despair.Sometimes it looks like silence in a meeting, Be kind and spread the light Join us f...
May 25, 2025•1 hr 1 min•Season 1Ep. 105
Guest Speaker: Carey Corr Ever wondered why a great story can hold your attention more than plain facts? The answer lies deep within our brains. Stories aren’t just entertainment—they shape how we think, feel, and connect. Our Brains Think in Stories . It naturally organizes information in a narrative format. Studies show that we remember facts 22 times more when theyare embedded in a story rather than presented as raw data. In this episode of Psychology Talks , Carey Corr and I will explore The...
May 15, 2025•38 min•Season 1Ep. 104
Guest Speaker: Laurence H. Brown The education system is at a crossroads. Traditional leadership models are being challenged, and the need for innovation, adaptability, and student-centered approaches has never been greater. In this episode of Psychology Talks , we dive deep into the psychology behind leadership in education—what needs to change, why it matters, and how we can build a system that truly supports students, educators, and communities. Laurence H. Brown is a PhD research-led leaders...
Apr 09, 2025•49 min•Season 1Ep. 103
Guest Speaker: Dr. Robert Melillo Childhoodcognitive/neurological disorders impact millions worldwide, affecting how children learn, process information, and engage with their surroundings. The global numbers are eye-opening: 📌 ADHD: 🌍 7.6% of children aged 3–12 and 5.6% of adolescents aged 12–18 are diagnosed with ADHD worldwide. 👦 Boys are twice as likely to be diagnosed as girls, with rates of 10% vs. 5% . 📌 Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD): 🌍 1 in 100 children globally are diagnosed with ...
Mar 12, 2025•45 min•Season 1Ep. 106
Guest Speaker: Will Van Derveer The use od Psychedelics has always been a controversial issue. However, in some cases psychedelics are necessary. Many people do not have clear idea about what are psychedelics. Psychedelics are substances that alter perception, mood, and cognitive processes, often leading to profound emotional and psychological experiences. Once seen as a controversial and taboo subject, psychedelics are now being revisited in the field of therapy, showing promising results for c...
Mar 02, 2025•37 min•Season 1Ep. 101
Guest Speaker: Robyn Simpson "Kind words can be short and easy to speak, but their echoes are truly endless." — Mother Teresa Kindness may seem simple, but research shows it takes real courage—especially when faced with hostility, competition, or toxic environments. In this powerful conversation, I’m joined by Robyn Simpson, founder of Choose the 'Tude and the Kind Community Project , to explore how kindness, backed by science, transforms lives and cultures. ✨ What You’ll Learn: 🔑 The neuroscie...
Feb 18, 2025•40 min•Season 1Ep. 100
Guest Speaker: Peter Goldstein Investing isn’t just about numbers; it’s about mindset . Your mindset is your most valuable investment tool Success starts in the mind. By adopting a growth-oriented perspective, you can unlock new opportunities, make informed choices, and weather the ups and downs of the market with ease. Discover how you can shift your mindset for lasting investment success. Your financial future begins with the right attitude! In this episode we will discuss how to approach capi...
Jan 21, 2025•44 min•Season 1Ep. 99
Guest Speaker: Dr. Carlos Garcia Did you know that 45% of our daily actions are driven by habits . Learning how to optimize and 'stack' productive habits can help automate success and conserve mental energy for more critical tasks. In this episode, Dr Carlos and I will discuss the way our mind works - From mastering focus and motivation to overcoming mental roadblocks. We’ll explore practical, research-backed hacks to elevate your performance in every area of life. Dr. Carlos Garcia is Clinical ...
Jan 06, 2025•42 min
Kindness isn’t just a nice quality for leaders—it’s a strategic advantage. The Compassion Lab at the University of Michigan showed that kind leaders help cultivate a positive workplace culture. Organizations with high kindness scores outperform their peers by 30%, and 92% of employees said they are more motivated to perform their best when their leader demonstrates kindness and respect. Research from Stanford indicates that kindness in leadership encourages psychological safety, a crucial elemen...
Dec 06, 2024•44 min
Guest: Dr. Justin James Kennedy Our brain is the most powerful tools we have and guess what we have the power to reshape it and mold it the way want. This is all what neurolasticity is all about Every time we engage in a particular activity, learn something new, or even think in a specific way, we create new neural pathways. These pathways strengthen and become more ingrained when we repeat these actions or thoughts over and over. Through neuroplasticity, we have the power to break old patterns,...
Nov 15, 2024•36 min•Season 1Ep. 96
Guest Speaker: Clara Seeger As part of the M2BW Summit Speakers’ Spotlight Series, Clara Seeger is our guest for the Psychology Talks episode. We are also honored to have Clara as a featured keynote speaker at the Meant To Be Well Summit. In this episode, Clara and I will uncover the essential skills that drive effective leadership, enhance team dynamics, and foster a culture of empathy and resilience. Emotional intelligence is a vital skill for effective leadership. Leaders who cultivate emotio...
Oct 13, 2024•40 min•Season 1Ep. 95
Every life is valuable, every voice deserves to be heard, and every struggle matters. Suicide prevention is not just about saving lives; it’s about raising awareness, breaking the silence, and letting people know they are not alone. Mental health challenges affect so many of us—directly or indirectly - but too often, they are met with stigma or misunderstanding. By starting conversations, educating ourselves, and creating spaces where people feel safe to reach out, we can make a real difference....
Sep 18, 2024•55 min•Season 1Ep. 95
Have you ever noticed how good it feels to give, whether it’s your time, resources, or even a simple act of kindness? That warm glow you experience isn’t just in your imagination—science backs it up! The energy you put out into the world, whether positive or negative, always finds its way back to you - because karma never forgets. When you practice generosity and kindness, you’re not just enriching the lives of others—you’re setting the stage for that same goodness to return to you, often when y...
Sep 15, 2024•41 min•Season 1Ep. 94
You do not need anybody's permission to live a creative life. Elizabeth Gilbert Creativity does not come through linear thinking, but it requires courage to walk the untrodden path. Unlocking your creative potential may seem like a daunting task, but the key lies in embracing non-linear thinking. By breaking free from the constraints of linear organizational systems and allowing yourself to explore ideas without the pressure of immediate action, you can unleash a wealth of creativity and product...
Sep 05, 2024•47 min•Season 1Ep. 93
Guest Speaker: Bret Packard Every day, we are bombarded with data, opinions, and news from countless sources, making it easy for our minds to become numb and to accept information at face value. In this environment, the ability to discern, analyze, and evaluate information critically is not just beneficial—it’s essential. Critical thinking empowers us to sift through the noise, identify what is truly relevant, and make informed decisions that are based on evidence and sound reasoning. Without it...
Aug 29, 2024•50 min•Season 1Ep. 92
Guest Speaker: David Dibble Any work environment where stress level is high, it hampers productivity and kills talent. Increasing stress in healthcare creates a ripple effect, where pressure on employees can negatively impact patient care and experience. Providers under stress risk compassion fatigue, burnout, and depersonalization, leading to difficulties in patient connections and increased medical errors, sick days, and leaves of absence. David Dibble has taken an Initiative to solve healthca...
Aug 21, 2024•38 min•Season 1Ep. 85
Guest Speaker: Dennis Pitocco "When I let go of what I am, I become what I might be." Many of us spend our lives relentlessly pursuing goals and striving for success. In the midst of this chase, it’s easy to lose touch with our true selves and the core human qualities that define us. This disconnection can create a sense of longing and dissonance within us. Yet, there are remarkable individuals who remain deeply committed to humanity and work tirelessly to make the world a better place. One such...
Aug 15, 2024•34 min•Season 1Ep. 90
Guest Speaker: Andrew Mercein For centuries, mental health disorders have been linked with negative perceptions worldwide. Societies as far back as the Neolithic era considered mental illness to be something nefarious, often seen as a moral punishment or the result of evil spirits. These beliefs frequently led to brutal treatments rather than efforts to understand the conditions. Increasing awareness of mental health not only helps society work towards eliminating stigma but also has broader ben...
Aug 07, 2024•37 min•Season 1Ep. 89
Guest Speaker: Jennifer Hill Human Connection makes your vision work. Having a great vision is not enough to be a great leader. In order to materialize that vision, leader must be able to motivate their teams to do what is most important. For that, you need connection. People won’t make a real commitment to a leader they don’t trust to care about and invest in them. Research shows that leaders who actively engage with their employees can boost sales by 37%, productivity by 31%, and task accuracy...
Jul 31, 2024•35 min•Season 1Ep. 88
Guest Speaker: Barbara Vokatis In many countries, the education system still follows an orthodox approach that dates back 300 to 400 years. With the rapid advancements in technology, it is high time we adopt creative ways of learning. Creative learning experiences fundamentally change the way learners approach problems. They become more imaginative and innovative, and they cope better when they don't know the answer. Creative learners start visualizing alternatives or possibilities from differen...
Jul 21, 2024•39 min•Season 1Ep. 87
Special Episode on Men’s Mental Health Awareness with Save Lives Project Topic: Breaking the Silence – Men’s Mental Health Matters Panel Members: Patrick Sonqo, Heather McWilliam, Paul L Gunn, Jen Fraser, Håkon Rian Mancient (HRM) Ueland Hosts: Ambreen Nadeem and Preston Weekes As of recent studies, 90% of Fortune 500 CEOs are men. Approximately 76% of board seats in major global companies are held by men. 85% of government ministers worldwide are men. Men make up about 75% of all parliamentaria...
Jul 10, 2024•59 min•Season 1Ep. 86
Resilience and Hope gives us the most incredible power to transform our lives into the better one. Morry’s life is a tale of a survivor who faced the darkest moments of despair, having attempted suicide six times. Yet, despite these harrowing experiences, Morry found a way to rise from the depths of hopelessness to discover a renewed sense of purpose and meaning in life. This episode is more than a story of survival; it’s a testament to the strength of hope and the light it can bring even in the...
Jul 03, 2024•46 min•Season 1Ep. 85
Learning styles significantly impact our understanding and processing of information. They can influence how we understand, retain, and apply new knowledge. In this episode Dr Gina and I will discuss about how different learning styles, the role of memory, and how our environment influences our ability to learn. Gina is the INC 5000 Award-Winning Founder & CEO of Luma Brighter Learning, an instructional design and learning company. She routinely publishes new, measurable, science-based techn...
Jun 27, 2024•33 min•Season 1Ep. 84
Special Episode on Mental Health Awareness in collaboration with Save Lives Project Topic: Breaking the Silence – Impact of Mental Health Stigma at Workplace Panel Discussion: Sarah Willoughby, Derick Mildred and Timothy Gleeson Workplace environments can be a breeding ground for stress, anxiety, and other mental health challenges. Yet, despite the prevalence of these issues, many employees suffer in silence, afraid to speak out due to stigma, fear of judgment, or concerns about job security. Jo...
Jun 10, 2024•59 min•Season 1Ep. 83
It is the Mental Health Awareness Month and we are on the mission to break the stigma by initiating the conversation about Mental Health, so people wont shame about discuissing it openly. In this special episode, we're bringing together a diverse panel of experts and individuals with lived experiences to engage in candid conversations about mental health. Our esteemed panel include. Mariah and Byron Edginton https://www.mandatetoelevate.com/ Jen Fraser https://bulliedbrain.com/meet-jennifer Heat...
May 19, 2024•59 min•Season 1Ep. 82
Guest Speaker: Valerie Probsfled The journey of motherhood is filled with joy, love, and fulfillment, but it also comes with its unique set of challenges and pressures. Today, we'll explore the importance of prioritizing mental health on the motherhood journey and discuss practical strategies for self-care, resilience, and finding balance amidst the demands of parenting. Whether you're a new mom navigating the early days of motherhood or a seasoned parent facing new challenges, this episode is f...
May 14, 2024•40 min•Season 1Ep. 81
Faith is the basic element intertwined with the human psyche. Jung believed that religion was a natural expression of the collective unconscious. According to him, God is a psychological construct, reflecting an image of our Self. Recently, the president of the American Psychological Association, Dr. Thema Bryant, pointed out that Faith is an integral part of the practice and research of clinical psychology. A basic finding is that religion supports people’s need to feel personal control over ev...
Apr 30, 2024•36 min•Season 1Ep. 80
Guest Speaker: Robert Sieger True impact is created when leaders serve others beyond self interest. Servant leaders create a positive and supportive work environment where team members feel valued, respected, and empowered. When leaders prioritize the needs of their team and work to serve them, it fosters a sense of trust, loyalty, and commitment among employees. Robert Sieger exemplifies true servant leadership, leading with selflessness and making a genuine impact. As the CEO of Sieger & A...
Apr 23, 2024•37 min•Season 1Ep. 79
