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Cody McLain
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What happens when you give an overthinking entrepreneur a microphone, a curiosity obsession, and access to the sharpest minds on the planet?  You get MindHack - the podcast for founders, builders, and high-performers who want to upgrade their brain like they upgrade their software.  Each week, Cody McLain (entrepreneur since 15, burnout survivor, and productivity nerd) sits down with scientists, psychologists, and successful entrepreneurs to reverse-engineer how extraordinary people think, feel, and execute.  We unpack the mental models, weird routines, emotional rewiring, and psychology-backed strategies that actually work—so you can build your business without losing your mind.  🎯 Think: startup grit meets cognitive science. 🎙️ Guests include bestselling authors, startup OGs, and unreasonably curious humans. 🔥 Warning: listening may result in existential clarity, better habits, and fewer panic Googles at 2am.  New episodes every week. Subscribe and hack your brain before your brain hacks you.

  1. #098 - Dr. Tracy Dennis-Tiwary - The Mind-Bending Truth About Your Anxiety

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    #098 - Dr. Tracy Dennis-Tiwary - The Mind-Bending Truth About Your Anxiety

    Stop fighting your anxiety. It's not the enemy. My guest, Dr. Tracy Dennis-Tiwary, explains the mind-bending truth that anxiety is a powerful evolutionary tool for focus and growth. She details the critical difference between a feeling of anxiety and a clinical disorder. We discuss how to develop 'anti-fragility' by embracing discomfort and leveraging it for personal progress. You'll learn science-backed frameworks, including the 'Three L's' (Listen, Leverage, Let Go) and a simple worry-scheduling technique to regain control of your emotions. This conversation will fundamentally change the way you view your emotions and provide actionable tools to transform your relationship with anxiety. Listen now to discover how to turn your biggest fear into your greatest tool. ℹ️ About the Guest Dr. Tracy Dennis-Tiwary is a renowned neuroscientist, psychologist, and the co-founder of Arcade Therapeutics, a company that creates game-based mental health interventions. She is the author of the groundbreaking book Future Tense: Why Anxiety is Good for You (Even Though it Feels Bad), which argues for the radical idea that anxiety is a functional human emotion that can be leveraged as a tool for personal growth. In addition to her extensive research and publications, she is a sought-after expert for media commentary and public speaking. WebsiteLinkedInSubstackInstagram👨‍💻 People & Other Mentions David Goggins - Former Navy SEAL known for extreme physical and mental challengesViktor Frankl - Psychiatrist and Holocaust survivor who wrote "Man's Search for Meaning"Søren Kierkegaard - Danish philosopher who wrote extensively about anxietyWendell Berry - Author of "Life is a Miracle" and essayist on technology's impact on humanityTim Ferriss - Author of "The Four Hour Workweek" and lifestyle design pioneerChris Beavers - UT Austin researcher studying depression interventionsNassim Nicholas Taleb - Introduced concept of "anti-fragility"Charles Darwin - Evolutionary theorist who wrote about emotions in humans and animals Support the show

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  2. #097 - Dr. Daniel Yon - Hallucinating Reality: Your Brain’s Greatest Trick

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    #097 - Dr. Daniel Yon - Hallucinating Reality: Your Brain’s Greatest Trick

    Ever wondered if your brain is fooling you into seeing the world differently? Dr. Daniel Yon, a cognitive neuroscientist, reveals how your brain doesn’t just observe reality—it actively creates it. Explore how your mind constructs its own version of reality through predictive models, and why you might be "hallucinating" your experiences without even knowing it. Dr. Yon dives into how we can reshape our mental models to thrive in a world full of uncertainty. Don’t miss out on this eye-opening conversation that will completely shift your perspective on perception, belief, and personal growth. Tune in to unlock the secrets your brain is hiding from you! ℹ️ About the Guest Dr. Daniel Yon is a cognitive neuroscientist and the author of A Trick of the Mind, a groundbreaking book that explores how our brains actively invent the reality we experience. His work sheds new light on how we perceive the world, challenging conventional views of perception. Dr. Yon is also the director of The Uncertainty Lab, where his team investigates how the brain handles uncertainty and adapts to an unpredictable world. InstagramX (formerly Twitter)BlueskyWebsite👨‍💻 People & Other Mentions Dr. Emilie Caspar - Just Following Orders: Atrocities and the Brain Science of ObedienceStanley Milgram - Obedience to Authority: An Experimental ViewDaniel Kahneman - Thinking, Fast and SlowDouglas Prasher - Green Fluorescent Protein ResearchChris Frith - Making up the MindJim Rohn - Personal Development PhilosophyLewis Dartnell - OriginsCecilia Heyes - Cognitive Gadgets: The Cultural Evolution of ThinkingDaniel Z. Lieberman - The Molecule of MoreAdam Grant - Think AgainLisa Genova - Still AliceSupport the show

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  3. #096 - Brian Sachetta - Engineer Your Calm: Debugging Mental Loops

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    #096 - Brian Sachetta - Engineer Your Calm: Debugging Mental Loops

    MindHack's Latest Code Drop: We unpack a groundbreaking approach to mental wellness with former software engineer and author, Brian Sachetta. Brian reveals how to 'debug' your mind, treating anxious thought loops and mental overwhelm like 'rogue software' that can be systematically reprogrammed.   Discover his powerful IRA framework: Interrupt, Reframe, Anchor, a concrete algorithm to halt anxiety spirals and transform stress into 'rocket fuel' for enhanced performance. Learn actionable strategies to optimize your mental operating system, tackle imposter syndrome, and cultivate profound resilience.   Tune in to engineer your calm and unlock a sharper, more focused mindset. ℹ️ About the Guest Brian Sachetta, the visionary former software engineer and founder of Get Out Of Your Head. Brian uniquely applies tech-inspired solutions to mental wellness, helping us debug our minds. His powerful books, including 'Get Out of Your Head: A Toolkit for Living with and Overcoming Anxiety' and 'Navigating the Abyss of Depression,' offer concrete strategies to reprogram anxious thought loops and cultivate profound resilience. Website  InstagramFacebook 👨‍💻 People & Other Mentions Bessel van der Kolk - The Body Keeps ScoreGabor Maté - In the Realm of Hungry Ghosts, The Myth of NormalMihaly Csikszentmihalyi - FlowTim Ferriss - Tools of TitansMartin E.P. Seligman - Learned Helplessness, Learned Optimism, FlourishLeo Tolstoy - War and Peace, Anna Karenina, A ConfessionRobert Frost - "The Road Not Taken"Jefferson Frisbee - University of West Virginia ResearchAndrew Huberman - Vagus Nerve ResearchSupport the show

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  4. #095 - Taylor Scott - Lead with Heart: The Humanity Hack

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    #095 - Taylor Scott - Lead with Heart: The Humanity Hack

    Uncover the game-changing "Humanity Hack" for transformative leadership. Taylor Scott, a hospitality pioneer, reveals how cultivating psychological safety and deep emotional connection is the scientific blueprint for peak performance and a thriving workplace culture.   Learn how generosity inspires genuine connection, ignites motivation, and empowers your team to excel. We delve into practical strategies to foster a "learn-it-all" mindset and transform feedback from a dreaded monologue into an empowering dialogue. Discover the profound impact of humanness in leadership, drawing on insights like the "Rider and Elephant" metaphor and the "Three Cs of Compassionate Teams" (Choice, Competence, Community).   Tune in to master these principles and build a magnetic environment where everyone thrives. This episode is your essential guide to leading in the new era. ℹ️ About the Guest Taylor Scott, a visionary hospitality pioneer and bestselling author. You can find his transformative insights on Instagram at @TScott502 and on LinkedIn as Taylor Scott, Lead with Hospitality LLC. His latest book, Give Hospitality, offers a compelling story that reveals how a spirit of generosity can inspire genuine connection and transform any environment. Having shaped cultures at industry giants like Disney Parks, Taylor truly understands what it takes to lead with heart. Website: leadwithhospitality.com  Instagram: @tscott1502  LinkedIn: Taylor Scott, Lead with Hospitality LLC 👨‍💻 People & Other Mentions Taylor Scott - Hospitality pioneer, bestselling author of Give Hospitality and Lead with Hospitality, and leadership expert. (leadwithhospitality.com)  Cody McLean - Host of the Mind Hack Podcast. (No specific personal link in research)  Chip and Dan Heath - Bestselling authors of Switch: How to Change When Change Is Hard and The Power of Moments: Why Some Moments Are More Extraordinary Than Others. (heathbrothers.com)  Jonathan Haidt - NYU psychologist and author of The Happiness Hypothesis, known for the "Rider and Elephant" metaphor. (jonathanhaidt.com)  John Maxwell - Renowned thought leader and author on leadership. (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/John_C._Maxwell)Maya Angelou - Acclaimed American memoirist, poet, and civil rights activist, known for the quote "People don't remember what you say, they remember how you made them feel." (mayaangelou.com)  Satya Nadella - Chairman and CEO of Microsoft, credited with shifting its culture to a "learn-it-all" mindset. ((https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Satya_Nadella))Bill Gates - Co-founder of Microsoft and philanthropist. (gatesfoundation.org)Steve Ballmer - Former CEO of Microsoft and owner of the Los Angeles Clippers. (ballmergroup.org/person/steve-ballmer/)Edward Deci and Richard Ryan - Psychologists who developed the Self-Determination Theory, focusing on autonomy, competence, and relatedness. (selfdeterminationtheory.org)  Support the show

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  5. #094 - Sönke Ahrens - AI-Proof Your Brain: Smart Notes Strategy

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    #094 - Sönke Ahrens - AI-Proof Your Brain: Smart Notes Strategy

    The future of original thought is now. In an AI-driven world, how do you ensure your ideas remain uniquely yours? Dr. Sönke Ahrens, author of How to Take Smart Notes and creator of the accompanying online course How To Take Smart Notes with Obsidian, unveils the Zettelkasten method: a revolutionary "smart notes" strategy to AI-proof your brain.   Discover how this system acts as your personal dialogue partner, transforming how you learn, think, and write. Dr. Ahrens reveals actionable insights to conquer information overload, beat writer's block, and spark groundbreaking ideas. Learn to build a robust "scaffold of understanding" for peak cognitive performance. Don't miss this essential guide to mastering external thinking.  ℹ️ About the Guest Dr. Sönke Ahrens, a distinguished social scientist, educator, and author of the groundbreaking bestseller, How to Take Smart Notes. His book, which introduced the powerful Zettelkasten Method of Personal Knowledge Management to over 100,000 readers worldwide, fundamentally challenges traditional views on how individuals learn, think, and write, arguing that writing is not just a way to document thoughts, but the very act of thinking itself.  WebsitesTwitter (X)👨‍💻 People & Other Mentions Niklas Luhmann (German social scientist, system theory thinker, Zettelkasten advocate)Benjamin Franklin (American polymath, writer, scientist, inventor, statesman)Ryan Holiday (Author, Stoicism popularizer, note-taking advocate)Robert Greene (Author of The 48 Laws of Power)David Perell (Digital writing and knowledge synthesis advocate)Tiago Forte (Productivity and personal knowledge management expert, creator of PARA method and Second Brain)Charlie Munger (Investor, businessman, philanthropist, advocate of "scaffold of mental models")Support the show

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  6. #093 Dr. Corey Wilks - The Psychology Secret: How Fear Kills Dreams & What to Do About It

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    #093 Dr. Corey Wilks - The Psychology Secret: How Fear Kills Dreams & What to Do About It

    Discover the psychology behind entrepreneurial success with Dr. Corey Wilks, a clinical psychologist turned executive coach who transforms high-achieving entrepreneurs trapped in 'lucrative misery.' From growing up in rural Appalachia on food stamps to coaching VC-backed founders, Corey reveals why most entrepreneurs self-sabotage, how to break free from waiting for permission, and the revolutionary approach to conquering procrastination that has nothing to do with time management. ℹ️ About the Guest Dr. Corey Wilks, Psy.D. is a licensed clinical psychologist and executive coach who helps entrepreneurs and creators overcome imposter syndrome, burnout, and self-sabotage. He earned his Doctor of Psychology from Marshall University and practiced therapy in rural Appalachia before shifting into coaching in 2020. In 2020, he founded Creator Alchemy, a community offering group coaching and resources for values-driven business growth. Outside of work, he enjoys Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, Dungeons & Dragons, and life in Austin, Texas WebsiteNewsletter (Creator Alchemy)LinkedInTwitter (X)YouTubePsychology Today Profile👨‍💻 People & Other Mentions Ali Abdaal (Entrepreneur, YouTuber, Author)Ryan Holiday (Author of The Obstacle Is the Way, Ego Is the Enemy) Tim Ferriss (Author, The 4-Hour Workweek, The Tim Ferriss Show) Mark Manson (Author of The Subtle Art of Not Giving a Fck*) Jordan B. Peterson (Psychologist, Author of 12 Rules for Life) MrBeast (Jimmy Donaldson) (YouTuber, Philanthropist)MKBHD (Marques Brownlee) (Tech Reviewer, YouTuber)  Gary Vaynerchuk (Chairman VaynerX, CEO VaynerMedia)David Goggins (Ultra-endurance Athlete, Author)Kevin Kelly (Senior Maverick, Wired; Author of The Inevitable)Chris Williamson (Host, Modern Wisdom Podcast) Pat Flynn (Host, Smart Passive Income)Paul Millerd (Host, The Pathless Path Podcast) Support the show

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  7. #092 - Dr. Neil Paulvin - Biohacking Hype vs. Truth

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    #092 - Dr. Neil Paulvin - Biohacking Hype vs. Truth

    Is your quest for peak performance lost in a sea of biohacking fads and conflicting advice? In a world saturated with quick fixes and miracle cures, discerning genuine science from fleeting trends can feel like navigating a minefield. Many embark on their optimization journey armed with popular advice, only to find themselves investing time, energy, and resources into strategies that yield minimal returns or, worse, prove counterproductive. The allure of the "next big thing" often overshadows the foundational pillars of true health and vitality, leaving many feeling frustrated and no closer to their goals. Enter Dr. Neil Paulvin, a renowned physician specializing in human performance and longevity for high-achievers, from CEOs to elite athletes. In this eye-opening episode of MindHack, Dr. Paulvin joins us to dismantle the myths and cut through the noise. He provides a masterclass in true health optimization, revealing which popular biohacks stand up to scientific scrutiny and which are merely hype. If you're ready to move beyond the fads and build a resilient foundation for lasting peak performance, this conversation is your tactical blueprint. ℹ️ About the Guest Dr. Neil Paulvin is a leading physician in longevity and human performance. He works with CEOs, Fortune 500 executives, and professional athletes to help them achieve peak physical and mental output. Dr. Paulvin focuses on a comprehensive, science-backed approach, integrating foundational health principles with cutting-edge advanced therapies, always emphasizing personalized protocols based on in-depth biomarker analysis and individual goals.   Website: Dr. Neil Paulvin: Functional Medicine & Integrated Manual Theraphy in New York  Instagram: @drpaulvin  👨‍💻 People & Other Mentions Dr. Peter Attia  Journal of Experimental Psychology  Dr. Rhonda Patrick (FoundMyFitness Podcast)  Wim Hof Method  Dave Asprey  Dr. Andrew Huberman  Bryan Johnson  Creatine  Fish Oil (EPA)  CoQ10  NAD/NR Precursors  Glutathione  Methylene Blue  Low-Dose Naltrexone (LDN)  GLP-1 Agonists (Semaglutide, Tirzepatide)  BPC-157, TB-500  GHK-Copper  Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy (HBOT)  Plasma Exchange (Plasmapheresis)  Function Health  Support the show

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  8. #091 Colleen West - Meet Your "Inner Crew" – The IFS Key to Overcoming Anxiety & Healing Trauma

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    #091 Colleen West - Meet Your "Inner Crew" – The IFS Key to Overcoming Anxiety & Healing Trauma

    That voice in your head telling you you're not enough? It's not your enemy, it's part of your "Inner Crew" trying to protect you. In this mind-blowing episode, therapist Colleen West reveals why understanding your internal parts is the key to healing trauma and conquering anxiety. She breaks down the revolutionary Internal Family Systems approach that's taking the therapy world by storm. Discover why your anxiety exists, how childhood wounds still drive your adult decisions, and why that inner critic won't shut up. Plus, learn how to access your authentic "Self", the calm center that can finally bring peace to your mental battlefield. Cody shares his own journey using IFS to understand his workaholic tendencies, while Colleen explains how even pre-verbal trauma from infancy can be healed. Stop fighting yourself. Meet your Inner Crew and transform your relationship with every part of you that's been misunderstood. ℹ️ About the Guests Colleen West is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with 25 years of experience helping individuals heal from trauma. As an Internal Family Systems Clinical Consultant and former EMDR Approved Consultant, Colleen brings a depth of expertise in transformative healing approaches that go beyond traditional talk therapy. She is the author of "We All Have Parts: An Illustrated Guide to Healing Trauma With Internal Family Systems," which makes complex psychological concepts accessible through thoughtful illustrations, as well as "The IFS Flip Chart: A psychoeducational Tool for Unlocking the Multiple Mind". Drawing from her own journey of healing childhood wounds, Colleen specializes in pre-verbal trauma and has developed unique insights into how our earliest experiences shape our adult lives. Instagram: @colleenwestTwitter/X: @colleenwestFacebook: Parts Work: Trauma-Informed IFSWebsites: https://www.colleenwest.com/ and https://smarttherapytools.com/LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/colleenwestiTunesSpotifyDownload as MP3👨‍💻 People & Other Mentions Colleen West - Our guest, LMFT, IFS Approved Consultant, and author.Richard Schwartz - Founder of Internal Family Systems (IFS), mentioned as Colleen's mentor."We All Have Parts: An Illustrated Guide to Healing Trauma With Internal Family Systems" - Colleen West's book, providing a guide to IFS."No Bad Parts: Healing Trauma and Restoring Wholeness with the Internal Family Systems Model" - Support the show

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What happens when you give an overthinking entrepreneur a microphone, a curiosity obsession, and access to the sharpest minds on the planet?  You get MindHack - the podcast for founders, builders, and high-performers who want to upgrade their brain like they upgrade their software.  Each week, Cody McLain (entrepreneur since 15, burnout survivor, and productivity nerd) sits down with scientists, psychologists, and successful entrepreneurs to reverse-engineer how extraordinary people think, feel, and execute.  We unpack the mental models, weird routines, emotional rewiring, and psychology-backed strategies that actually work—so you can build your business without losing your mind.  🎯 Think: startup grit meets cognitive science. 🎙️ Guests include bestselling authors, startup OGs, and unreasonably curious humans. 🔥 Warning: listening may result in existential clarity, better habits, and fewer panic Googles at 2am.  New episodes every week. Subscribe and hack your brain before your brain hacks you.

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