Did you know alcohol reaches your brain in only 5 minutes? In this episode, we explore âDrink?: The New Science of Alcohol and Healthâ by Professor David Nutt. We talk about a subject that interests us, and as a duo, become a portal of fascination for you. Pulling facts and research from the book, we share the incredible and complex ways alcohol interacts with the brain and body. Similar to the author, we avoid taking the Prohibitionist approach to this personal subject, and instead present how ...
May 18, 2021â˘45 minâ˘Season 2Ep. 45
Did you know as the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic continues to be felt, closing the global gender gap has increased by a generation from 99.5 years to 135.6 years? Maureen Devine-Ahl is helping changemakers maximize their impact through her coaching, facilitation, and consulting services. She is the former CEO of Doorways for Women and Families, founder of Candor & Company, and author of âHow To Make the Matriarchy: The Power and Promise of Prioritizing Women.â Maureen shares research on g...
May 11, 2021â˘1 hr 3 minâ˘Season 2Ep. 44
The âUltramarathon Manâ joins us for a conversation that will make you feel like you have something special inside of you, too! Hear from a champion who once ran 50 marathons in 50 days in 50 states. Dean has carried the Olympic torch twice and has run on all 7 continents. He was named by TIME magazine as one of the 100 most influential people in the world in 2007 and his life has been made into a movie. Dean is also a New York Times best-selling author with a new book available titled, âA Runne...
May 04, 2021â˘33 minâ˘Season 2Ep. 43
Did you know? During the pandemic, about 4 in 10 adults in the U.S. have reported symptoms of anxiety or depressive disorder, up from one in ten adults who reported these symptoms in 2019. Dr. Lara Fielding is a psychologist who specializes in using mindfulness-based therapies to manage stress and strong emotions. Lara conducted research at UCLA and Harvard, studying the relationship between health behavior and the psycho-physiological effects of stress on cognition and emotion. She is the autho...
Apr 27, 2021â˘1 hr 14 minâ˘Season 2Ep. 42
Did you know? Globally, 75% of people think theyâre not living up to their creative potential. Nir Bashan is a CEO, author, and speaker who helps business people tap into their creative side. His recent release, âThe Creator Mindset: 92 Tools to Unlock the Secrets to Innovation, Growth, and Sustainabilityâ is perfect for any business person looking to be more innovative in their problem solving. In this episode, we discuss integrating creative action into our day-to-day responsibilities, transfo...
Apr 19, 2021â˘52 minâ˘Season 2Ep. 41
Did you know? In the United States, almost half of adults (46.4 percent) will experience a mental illness during their lifetime. Dr. Grinker is a cultural anthropologist specializing in ethnicity, nationalism, and psychological anthropology, with topical expertise in autism, Korea, and sub-Saharan Africa. He is also editor-in-chief of the journal Anthropological Quarterly and author of the recent release âNobodyâs Normal: How Culture Created the Stigma of Mental Illness.â In this episode we disc...
Apr 12, 2021â˘1 hr 5 minâ˘Season 2Ep. 40
Did You Know? Financial illiteracy cost the average American $1,634 in 2020 Jeff Kreisler is a highly-regarded behavioral scientist, current Head of Behavioral Science at JP Morgan, Founder of PeopleScience.com, award-winning comedian, and best-selling author of several books. One of them, âDollars and Sense: How We Misthink Money and How to Spend Smarterâ, explores the psychology of money and financial behavior. In this episode we discuss strategies to make better financial decisions, common ir...
Apr 05, 2021â˘58 minâ˘Season 2Ep. 39
Did you know? Each day, over 10,000 times the total energy used by humanity comes down from the sun Dr. Lawrence Krauss is an internationally-known theoretical physicist and the author of hundreds of articles and more than ten books. He received his PhD from M.I.T. in 1982 and was subsequently selected by the Harvard Society of Fellows for his exceptional scholarship. He spent nearly four decades teaching at several of the nationâs finest universities and currently serves as President of The Ori...
Mar 30, 2021â˘1 hr 6 minâ˘Season 2Ep. 38
Originally from Tokyo, Japan, Dr. Mirei Claremon is a global citizen, behavioral scientist, and cross-cultural consumer insights expert based in Los Angeles. She earned her MBA and PhD from the Anderson School of Management at UCLA. We sit down to discuss Dr. Claremonâs pioneering work in the field of behavioral sustainability, a movement grounded on three pillars â people, planet, and prosperity. Topics include corporate greenwashing, cultivating bipartisan interest in environmental issues, ana...
Mar 23, 2021â˘1 hrâ˘Season 2Ep. 37
Michael Losier is a best-selling author, trainer, and speaker who has spent the last 20+ years traveling the world to teach others about the Law of Attraction. He joins us to discuss identifying our motivations and fulfillment needs, the cycle of positive vs. negative vibrations, and language as the basis of our thoughts and beliefs. Michael shares why being selfish is important, what a good reset sounds like, and how to uplift the people around you while remaining true to yourself. ============...
Mar 16, 2021â˘1 hr 20 minâ˘Season 2Ep. 36
Gaurav Valani has helped hundreds of clients break out of their career ruts and take control of their futures as Founder and CEO of CareerSprout. In this episode, we discuss the risks of staying at one company for too long, how to effectively negotiate a great salary, what makes a personal story memorable, and MUCH more. If youâre looking to make a career change, level-up your role, boost your salary, break into entrepreneurship, or all of the above, this episode is a must listen. ==============...
Mar 08, 2021â˘1 hr 6 minâ˘Season 2Ep. 35
Brian Hines is a mindset coach for sales leaders and founder of The Manifestation Mastermind. In this episode we discuss how to live with passion and bring our desires into reality. We do this by getting clarity on our fulfillment needs, reclaiming our sense of imagination, surrounding ourselves with expanders, and finding the fun in our fear. ==================== Outline: 00:00 Introduction 00:52 How Brian got to where he is today 06:35 When we have to overhaul our value system 08:24 Lack of fu...
Mar 02, 2021â˘52 minâ˘Season 2Ep. 34
Dr. James Hollis is one of the worldâs most published and distinguished living Jungian analysts with a total of 16 books to his name â truly a giant in his field. In this episode we discuss finding purpose in the second half of life, identifying our own inner authority, overcoming fear and lethargy, and building healthier relationships. âAsk yourself but who am I apart from my roles, apart from my functions in life, apart from my resume? Then the journey gets interesting.â ==================== O...
Feb 22, 2021â˘1 hr 6 minâ˘Season 2Ep. 33
Morgyn Danae is a multi-modal dance therapist who helps her clients reconnect with their bodies through the healing power of movement. In this episode we explore the divine feminine, trauma, reclaiming our somatic experience, and breathwork as a bridge between body and soul. âBody is matter, but itâs also spirit.â ==================== Outline: 00 Introduction 3:01 What drew Morgyn to dance therapy 7:52 Morgyn is a witch healer 9:26 Dance therapy and chronic pain 10:43 Dance therapy as a healing ...
Feb 15, 2021â˘55 minâ˘Season 2Ep. 32
Dr. Hanscom is an orthopedic spine surgeon and author of âBack in Controlâ and âDo You Really Need Spine Surgery?â with over 30 years of experience in medicine. As part of his practice, David has helped hundreds of patients go pain free without surgery by using well-documented treatments that the medical establishment has largely ignored. In this episode we discuss the root causes of chronic pain, the physical effects of stress and anxiety, and how economic incentives drive patients into unneces...
Feb 09, 2021â˘1 hr 5 minâ˘Season 2Ep. 31
Charan is an elite trainer, author, and speaker whoâs inspired thousands of people to embrace their inner warrior with his recently released book, âWarrior Wisdom Vol. 1.â In our conversation we discuss Charanâs guiding philosophy, his favorite warrior cultures throughout history, and how to manifest the warrior within us against the backdrop of modern life. Charan presents us with a more complete picture of the often-misunderstood warrior archetype â a version that emphasizes virtue, discipline...
Feb 01, 2021â˘50 minâ˘Season 2Ep. 30
Mike is a mountaineer, humanitarian, and author of âA Story of Karma,â which chronicles his journey to Nepal in search of the elusive Pyramid Mountain. We discuss how his remote climbing expedition transformed into a story of altruism, serendipity, and human connection when his path crossed with a young girl who would change both of their lives forever. ==================== References: âA Story of Karma: Finding love and truth in the lost valley of the Himalayaâ by Mike Schauch Purchase Here: ht...
Jan 26, 2021â˘1 hrâ˘Season 2Ep. 29
Gilbert is a former professional poker, experienced consultant, and author of âPeople Skills for Analytical Thinkersâ. We discuss the importance of emotional intelligence, unlocking self-awareness, and how to strategically adjust our social behaviors. ==================== References: âPeople Skills For Analytical Thinkersâ by Gilbert Eijkelenboom Purchase Here: https://amzn.to/3p1qrG2 ==================== Subscribers make the difference. Find us on all audio podcast platforms and YouTube! Visit ...
Jan 19, 2021â˘1 hr 5 minâ˘Season 2Ep. 28
Grace is a hustler with an awesome story, a 2x author, has a ton of insights from her time in the VC space, and hosts the booming Smart Venture Podcast. We discuss what sets successful entrepreneurs apart from their competitors, how networking can come in many forms, and how to break into the VC space. ==================== References: https://www.SmartVenturePod.com âHow To Be A VCâ by Grace Gong âThe Last Key To Successâ by Grace Gong ==================== Subscribers make the difference. Find u...
Jan 12, 2021â˘47 minâ˘Season 2Ep. 27
Since we began inviting guests onto the show in September of 2020, weâve had fourteen incredible people join us in conversation. If youâre a newcomer to @Rising Laterally we wanted to give you the opportunity to get to know each of them and their thinking before we move forward into 2021. Todayâs show will feature memorable moments from our time with each of these unique guests. Guests Featured In This Episode: Steve Melen, Pankaj Sharma, Mark Warren, Chi, Lisa Marchiano, Benjamin Lorr, Dr. Char...
Jan 05, 2021â˘50 minâ˘Season 1Ep. 26
Hosts Jay and Arjun have an in-person Holiday Special where they connect the most fascinating shifts in perspective that were experienced this year in a fun, insightful, and wide-ranging conversation. ==================== PODCAST INFO: We are grateful to our supporters and appreciate this opportunity with you! If you believe our podcast has ever shifted your perspective, please share it with someone you know, rate/review us, and be sure to subscribe. Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us...
Dec 29, 2020â˘1 hr 23 minâ˘Season 1Ep. 25
Our guest, Dr. Keith Campbell, is a social psychologist at the University of Georgia and author of the recently released, âThe New Science of Narcissism.â We discuss the difference between vulnerable and grandiose narcissism, why it can be useful in certain work and social contexts, how personality shapes self-image, the importance of openness and novelty-seeking, and much more. ==================== IMPORTANT REFERENCES: âThe New Science of Narcissism: Understanding One of the Greatest Psycholog...
Dec 21, 2020â˘1 hr 41 minâ˘Season 1Ep. 24
Our guest, Richard Lang, is an author and prominent teacher of the âHeadless Way,â an experimental method invented by the English visionary Douglas Harding. Richard offers us a window into our true self that can radically shift our perspective of who we are and deepen our connection with other people. ==================== IMPORTANT REFERENCES: headless.org âThe Man With No Head: The life and ideas of Douglas Hardingâ by Richard Lang ==================== PODCAST INFO: We are grateful to our suppo...
Dec 15, 2020â˘1 hr 9 minâ˘Season 1Ep. 23
Our guest, Joy Soto, experienced something few people do in this lifetime - the chance to truly appreciate what you have. She shares her story as a filmmaker and cancer survivor to remind us about the beautiful connections and moments taking place all around us that we donât always savor. ==================== REFERENCES IN THIS EPISODE: Joy's Ted Talk: https://www.ted.com/talks/joy_clausen_soto_my_journey_through_cancer_as_a_documentary_filmmaker Joy's Website: https://www.joyclausensoto.com ===...
Dec 08, 2020â˘38 minâ˘Season 1Ep. 22
Our guest, Nate Johnson, is a coach who encourages us to be bold in action, thrive in adversity, remain cool-headed under pressure, recognize our humanness when we slip up... and enjoy the ride. If you are in pursuit of your full potential and purpose, this episode can help you take that leap to get more out of your journey. ==================== REFERENCES IN THIS EPISODE: Nateâs Website: https://natejohnson.coach/ Nateâs Email: nate@natejohnson.coach Nateâs LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in...
Dec 01, 2020â˘1 hr 4 minâ˘Season 1Ep. 21
Our guest, Indy Singh, is a lateral thinker, a proponent of laughter therapy, and an advocate for civic engagement. If youâre looking for some truly good energy this week, be sure to tune in. ==================== REFERENCES IN THIS EPISODE: www.Neuroplasticity.Space ==================== PODCAST INFO: We are grateful to our supporters and appreciate this opportunity with you! If you believe our podcast has ever helped you, please share it with someone you know, rate/review us, and be sure to subs...
Nov 24, 2020â˘1 hr 3 minâ˘Season 1Ep. 20
Our guest, Harpreet Sahota, is a data scientist, podcast host, husband, and father who joins us to engage in a wide-ranging conversation packed with meaningful life hacks blending technology, psychology, and philosophy. ==================== REFERENCES IN THIS EPISODE: âThe Artists of Data Scienceâ Podcast https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-artists-of-data-science/id1506968775 âThinking in Bets: Making Smarter Decisions When You Don't Have All the Factsâ by Annie Duke âThe Laws of Human Na...
Nov 17, 2020â˘58 minâ˘Season 1Ep. 19
Our guest, Michael Patterson NHA, OTR/L, CEAS, is the CEO of US Cannabis Pharmaceutical, a research and development company that helps cannabusiness ventures, entrepreneurs, and investors thrive in this emerging industry. Michael joins us to discuss the future of legalization, the global ecosystem and various key players, and his views on the opportunities and risks facing investors and entrepreneurs alike. Five more states passed cannabis referendums on Election Day - this talk is incredibly ti...
Nov 10, 2020â˘1 hr 13 minâ˘Season 1Ep. 18
Our guest, Dr. Charlie Cartwright, is one of the foremost experts on employee engagement in the world. He records #DashCamWisdom daily on LinkedIn, is the founder of People Success Labs, and has spent 20 years working in and around leadership of Fortune 500 companies. We engaged in a wide-ranging conversation full of lessons, insights, and knowledge that will leave you with a better understanding of people and a greater desire for operational excellence. ==================== We are grateful for ...
Nov 03, 2020â˘1 hr 13 minâ˘Season 1Ep. 17
Our guest, Benjamin Lorr, is the author of the #1 Best Seller, "The Secret Life of Groceries: The Dark Miracle of the American Supermarket". He exposes the reasons why Trader Joe's is a unique success story, why truck drivers call their job "sharecropping on wheels", how a new product gets on the shelf, why it's overwhelmingly difficult for a young entrepreneur to succeed in the industry, the shocking abuse that takes place within the fishing industry, and some of the changes he would like to se...
Oct 27, 2020â˘54 minâ˘Season 1Ep. 16
