Hello, Brain :)

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Hello, Brain :) is where brain health steps out of the lab and into real conversation. Each episode brings host, Collin Adams, together with a standing panel of three PhD-level neuroscientists: Dr. Ramona Von Leden, Dr. Dan O'Brien, and Dr. Laura Davis, to break down brain health topics in a way that’s fun, relatable, and refreshingly honest. We’re not afraid to challenge norms, laugh a little, or color outside the lines as we explore how the brain actually works and how to support it in real life.

  1. 1d ago

    Why Overthinking Kills Your Flow (and How to Get Back In)

    Ever had a moment where everything just clicks, and you stop thinking and simply perform? That's flow, the state where you feel and perform at your best. In this episode of Hello, Brain :), host Collin Adams sits down with neuroscientist Dr. Ramona von Leden to unpack what's actually happening in your brain when you're "in the zone," why overthinking pulls you out of it, and how to get back in. It's the first of several conversations on flow. In this episode: What happens in the brain during flow: the prefrontal cortex, cerebellum, basal ganglia and reward system How practice and repetition put skills on autopilot Why pressure and performance anxiety break flow, from Collin's pitching days to Ramona's college softball career How clear goals and dopamine help you get into flow Why a messed-up morning throws off your focus, and the "quick win" that resets it Back-to-back meetings, depletion and learning to come out of flow Treating your day like an athlete: performance and recovery Chapters 00:00 What is flow, or being "in the zone"? 01:25 Flow on the pitcher's mound 02:31 What's happening in the brain during flow 05:47 Flow vs. ADHD: brainwaves and focus 08:00 Driving stick shift: how skills go on autopilot 10:10 How stress and pressure break flow 12:06 Performance anxiety: Ramona's college softball story 14:40 Playing the game vs. watching yourself play 15:43 Goals, dopamine and getting into flow 17:23 Morning routines and the "quick win" reset 21:37 Back-to-back meetings and coming out of flow 22:55 Natural endpoints: sport, yoga and working from home 24:16 Performance and recovery, like an athlete 25:26 Key takeaway: be present If this conversation resonated with you, share it with someone who might benefit. Follow @hellobrainpod for more conversations about your brain.

  2. 4d ago

    Here's What Perimenopause Does to Your Brain

    What happens to your brain during perimenopause? Collin Adams is joined by Dr. Ramona Von Leden and Dr. DeJ’a Crippen to explore how changing hormones can affect brain health, memory, focus, mood, sleep, and stress. They break down why brain fog and cognitive changes can happen during perimenopause and share practical ways to support brain health through sleep, exercise, nutrition, stress regulation, and healthy lifestyle habits. Check out the Brainnovation Network app to join our perimenopause community! https://hub.brainnovationnetwork.com/plans/2001364?bundle_token=f22dfc4b236b82b43a0f32585d16d502&utm_source=manual

  3. Oct 1

    The Future of Brain Performance: Measuring Neuromotor Control | Reed Hanoun, CEO of Neron AI

    How do you actually measure how well your brain is performing? On this episode of Hello, Brain :), Collin Adams sits down with Reed Hanoun, CEO of NERON AI, to explore the emerging world of brain performance measurement and neuromotor control. Reed has spent decades developing technology focused on human health, performance, rehabilitation, and measurement. Now, through NERON AI, he is focused on a fascinating question: How can we better understand and measure the brain in the real world? Collin and Reed discuss why the brain has historically been so difficult to measure, what neuromotor control actually means, and how NERON AI approaches the measurement of brain performance. They also explore what you can do with that information once you establish a baseline, including applications in sports performance, recovery, healthy aging, rehabilitation, and the workplace. The conversation ultimately comes back to a simple idea: if we want to improve something, it helps to understand where we're starting. Learn more about NERON AI and Reed Hanoun at www.neronai.com or by emailing them at neron@neronai.com! Follow Hello, Brain :) on YouTube and Instagram: ⁨@hellobrainpod⁩

  4. Sep 28

    Overthinking Explained: Why Your Brain Gets Stuck in Thought Loops

    Why do we replay conversations in our heads? Why can making a simple decision sometimes feel impossible? And why does thinking things through occasionally turn into a cycle of endless questions, scenarios, and “what ifs”? In this episode of Hello, Brain :), Collin Adams is joined by Dr. Ramona Von Leden and Dr. Dan O’Brien to explore the science behind overthinking and repetitive thought patterns. Together, they break down what’s happening in the brain when we get caught in a thought loop, why some people may be more prone to overthinking, and how to recognize the difference between productive thinking and thoughts that simply keep going in circles. Thinking isn’t the enemy. Our brains are designed to analyze, predict, prepare, and protect us. But sometimes the same systems that help us solve problems can get stuck running the same problem over and over again. If you’ve ever found yourself stuck in your head, replaying a conversation, second-guessing a decision, or imagining every possible outcome, this conversation is for you.

  5. Sep 24

    How Your Brain Works: Brain Regions, Emotions, Memory & Behavior | Dr. Tiffany Copeland

    What does each part of your brain actually do? In this episode of Hello, Brain :), Collin Adams and Dr. DeJ’a Crippen welcome psychologist and researcher Dr. Tiffany Copeland back to the show for a fascinating tour of the human brain. Together, they break down some of the brain’s major regions and explore how they communicate with one another to influence the way we think, feel, behave, learn, remember, and respond to the world around us. Starting with the frontal lobe and the brain’s executive functions, the conversation moves into the limbic system, including structures such as the amygdala and hippocampus, and then explores the connection between the brain and body through the hypothalamus and brainstem. Along the way, Dr. Copeland helps make neuroscience approachable and understandable, addressing common misconceptions about the brain and explaining why we can sometimes know what we should do while still struggling to do it, or understand that we are safe while our body continues to respond as though we aren't. Because when we understand the brain, we can start to better understand ourselves. This is Part 1 of our conversation with Dr. Tiffany Copeland. In the next episode, we'll continue the tour and explore additional brain regions involved in habit development, stress responses, and the way these interconnected systems work together. Subscribe to Hello, Brain :) on YouTube and follow along for more conversations about the brain, behavior, neuroscience, and what makes us human.

  6. Sep 21

    What Your Gut Health Says About Your Brain Health

    What does your gut have to do with your brain? A lot more than you might think. In this episode of Hello, Brain :), Collin Adams sits down with Dr. Ramona Von Leden, Dr. Dan O’Brien, and Dr. DeJ’a Crippen to explore the connection between gut health and brain health. We break down the gut-brain axis in simple terms and talk about how digestion, food, the microbiome, mood, energy, and cognitive performance can all be connected. We also tackle the overwhelming nutrition advice we see online, from keto and carnivore to vegan, fasting, gluten-free diets, probiotics, and elimination diets. Instead of chasing the latest nutrition trend, the conversation focuses on learning to understand your own body and recognizing the signals it may be sending you. Follow Hello, Brain :) on YouTube and Instagram @hellobrainpod and share this episode with someone who might benefit from it.

  7. Sep 17

    The NeuroLounge: Bringing Brain Health Technology Into the Real World

    What if brain health technology could move beyond the clinic and become something people could experience in the places where they already live, work, learn, recover, and age? In this episode of Hello, Brain :), Collin Adams sits down with Dr. Ramona Von Leden and Tanja Yardley, Founder and CEO of Brainnovation Network, to explore the story and vision behind the NeuroLounge. They discuss why a new model for accessing brain health technology is needed, what actually happens inside a NeuroLounge, and how these spaces can bring together neurotechnology, education, coaching, assessment, and community. From athletes and schools to clinics, workplaces, and aging populations, the conversation explores how the NeuroLounge concept could create greater access to brain health tools while keeping the human element at the center of the experience. Learn more about Brainnovation Network at brainnovationnetwork.com and follow @brainnovationnetwork on LinkedIn and Instagram.

  8. Sep 14

    What Happens to Your Brain When You Become a Mom?

    Is “mom brain” actually a thing? In this episode of Hello, Brain :), Collin Adams sits down with Dr. Ramona Von Leden, Dr. Dan O’Brien, and Dr. DeJ’a Crippen to explore what really happens to the brain when you become a mother. From forgetfulness and distraction to cognitive overload and emotional changes, the conversation goes beyond the joke of “mom brain” to explore how the brain adapts to the demands of motherhood. We talk about what changes neurologically, why motherhood can feel mentally overwhelming, and whether “mom brain” ever really goes away. This is a conversation about neuroscience, motherhood, cognitive load, and understanding what your brain may be asking of you in a completely new stage of life. Subscribe to Hello, Brain :) on YouTube, follow @hellobrainpod on Instagram, and visit Brainnovation Network to learn more about brain health, neuroscience, and the technologies changing the way we understand the brain.

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Hello, Brain :) is where brain health steps out of the lab and into real conversation. Each episode brings host, Collin Adams, together with a standing panel of three PhD-level neuroscientists: Dr. Ramona Von Leden, Dr. Dan O'Brien, and Dr. Laura Davis, to break down brain health topics in a way that’s fun, relatable, and refreshingly honest. We’re not afraid to challenge norms, laugh a little, or color outside the lines as we explore how the brain actually works and how to support it in real life.

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  • Creator
    Brainnovation Network
  • Years Active
    2026
  • Episodes
    37
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    Clean
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