Nothing In My Brain

Olivia Tu and Jou Yee Lim
  • 5.0 (2)
  • Social Sciences
  • Updated Biweekly

A teen mental health and neuroscience podcast hosted by two high school students, Olivia Tu & Jou Yee Lim, from the Bay Area. From navigating life struggles to exploring the brain's complexity in our wellness, they share their own experiences and invite unique guest speakers to discuss issues & stories. Whether you're interested in health or the mind, tune in biweekly for insights and opinions! All socials: https://linktr.ee/nothinginmybrain Website: nothinginmybrain.com

  1. Jan 25

    How to Create Sustainable Change in Our Behavior and Mindset (ft. Dr. Lisa Riegel)

    In this episode, we're very honored to welcome Dr. Lisa Riegel, author of Neurowell: The Science of Feeling Better, Thinking Better, and Leading Better, and the founder of the 7C Framework for building engagement that lasts. Tune in to hear about how Dr. Riegel's Neurowell strategies work in the classroom and at home, as well as how we can build lasting change in our behavior and mindset.

    38 min

  2. 12/02/2025

    Resetting Immune Dysfunction: A New Approach to Treat ALS (ft. Dr. Ronald Lane)

    In this episode, we're honored to welcome Dr. Ronald Lane, CEO of HOPE-Neuron Therapeutx. Dr. Lane is currently conducting research into a novel and innovative way to treat ALS. Tune in to hear about the research being conducted by Dr. Lane and his team into neuroimmune modulation, HOPE-Neuron Therapeutx's mission, as well as possible implications for ALS patients and the field of healthcare is Dr. Lane's research and in-human trials are successful.

    45 min

  3. 11/13/2025

    Computational Neuroscience Research with Dr. Lang Chen

    In this episode, we're honored to welcome Dr. Lang Chen, Associate Professor of Psychology at Santa Clara University. He is lead of the Laboratory of Cognitive and Computational Neuroscience. Tune in to hear about Dr. Chen's current research on Autism Spectrum Disorder, touching upon neural correlates, perception, and memory. We also explore the interesting field of computational neuroscience -- from computational modeling to neuroimaging and meta-analysis -- and its advancement/gaps.

    39 min

  4. 10/26/2025

    CTE & Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy: an Interview with William Person

    In this episode, we're very honored to host William Person, a former Team USA bobsledder who's been struggling with chronic traumatic encephalopathy symptoms as a result of traumatic brain injuries. Please join us to hear William talk about his journey in managing his symptoms, how hyperbaric oxygen therapy has changed his life, and his current mission in helping other athletes and veterans who are also dealing with the same CTE symptoms.

    42 min

  5. 10/05/2025

    Neurodegenerative Diseases

    In this episode, we discuss neurodegenerative diseases like Alzheimer's, Parkinson's, Huntington's, Lou Gehrig's disease, Multiple Sclerosis, and prion disease. We also talk about their known causes and treatment options, as well as some fun facts at the end! Tune in to hear all this and more!

    26 min

  6. 09/20/2025

    Filial Piety, Cultural Stigmas, and Intergenerational Silence: An Interview with Dr. Monica P. Band

    In this episode, we're very honored to host Dr. Monica P. Band, a trauma-informed licensed mental health therapist and educator for mental health justice. Please join us to hear Dr. Band talk about how cultural stigmas in Asian culture and the concept of filial piety shape conversations and perceptions around mental health in communities. We also discuss intergenerational silence and the ways we can challenge and overcome it.

    43 min

  7. 09/05/2025

    Community Mental Health and Resilience: An Interview with Dr. Suzanna So

    In this episode, we're honored to have Dr. Suzanna So, a licensed psychologist and assistant professor at California State University, Long Beach. Join us to listen to Dr. So talk about her research in community violence and mental health in underrepresented communities, intergenerational trauma, strengths-perspective, as well as her thoughts on how to overcome stigmas around mental health, especially in Asian American communities.

    35 min

  8. 08/24/2025

    Trauma, Healing, and Hope: An Interview With Lawrence C. Harris

    In this episode, we're excited to have youth empowerment speaker Lawrence C. Harris. He shares his experiences with autism, C-PTSD, and abuse along with his journey in overcoming these challenges. Join us to listen to Lawrence talk about how to instill self-love and inspire confidence within yourself! If you feel inspired by Lawrence and want to know more about him, please visit his website at lawrencecharris.com or his social media pages @lawrencec.empowers.

    38 min
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A teen mental health and neuroscience podcast hosted by two high school students, Olivia Tu & Jou Yee Lim, from the Bay Area. From navigating life struggles to exploring the brain's complexity in our wellness, they share their own experiences and invite unique guest speakers to discuss issues & stories. Whether you're interested in health or the mind, tune in biweekly for insights and opinions! All socials: https://linktr.ee/nothinginmybrain Website: nothinginmybrain.com

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  • Creator
    Olivia Tu and Jou Yee Lim
  • Years Active
    2025 - 2026
  • Episodes
    23
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © Olivia Tu and Jou Yee Lim
  • Show Website
    Nothing In My Brain