Professor Marc Lewis is a former Professor of Developmental Psychology at the University of Toronto and a world leading expert in the neuroscience of addiction. It was particularly interesting to speak with Marc because not only does he have a deep understanding of the neural mechanisms underneath addictive processes, he also has battled with quite severe opioid addictions himself. He is the author of two bestselling books on the subject: Memoirs of an Addicted Brain, and The Biology of Desire. Now, he works as a clinical psychologist in Toronto, specialising in addiction treatment. 

You’ll learn: 

— How Marc’s experiences as a developmental psychologist helped him to develop his groundbreaking learning model of addiction

— A simple introduction to the neuroscience of addiction and the brain areas involved

— Why it’s hard to stop an addictive pattern once it has taken hold

— What works (and what doesn’t) in recovery. 

And more. 

You can learn more about Marc’s innovative work by visiting: www.memoirsofanaddictedbrain.com 

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Prof Marc Lewis, PhD is a neuroscientist, professor, bestselling author, and one of the world’s leading experts on the neuroscience of addiction. In his academic work, he has authored or co-authored more than fifty journal articles, and for many years was a professor of developmental psychology at the University of Toronto and then Radboud University (Netherlands)  before retiring.

For the last decade, he has focused on making his work more accessible to a wider audience through books for lay readers, pop science articles, public talks, and interviews. He is the author of two bestselling books on addiction: “Memoirs of an Addicted Brain” and “The Biology of Desire”, a book which Dr Gabor Mate argues “effectively refutes the disease model of addiction.” He is currently practicing psychotherapy as a clinical psychologist in Toronto, working with clients with addictive problems and other difficulties.

You can learn more about his work at www.memoirsofanaddictedbrain.com.

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6 Books Prof Lewis Recommends for Every Therapist Should Read:

— Drug Use for Grown-Ups: Chasing Liberty in the Land of Fear —Dr. Carl L. Hart - https://amzn.to/44MnKfG

— High Price: Drugs, Neuroscience, and Discovering Myself — Dr. Carl L. Hart - https://amzn.to/3Kt8YmH

— Unbroken Brain: A Revolutionary New Way of Understanding Addiction — Szalavitz Maia - https://amzn.to/3NS0p5q

— Drinking: A Love Story — Caroline Knapp - https://amzn.to/3NWYaOt

— The Night of the Gun — David Carr - https://amzn.to/44SHYod

— The Biology of Desire: why addiction is not a disease (The Addicted Brain) —Prof Marc Lewis - https://amzn.to/44QYpBl

Neuroscience: Addiction as Learning - The Missing Link? — Prof. Marc Lewis

[Theme: Neural circuits and information]
    Verse 1:
        Neurons reaching far and wide
        As information starts to ride
        Electric pulses swift and sure
        Through pathways more and more mature
    Chorus:
        Binary logic start to flow
        As neural networks grow
        Processing in patterns new
        Making old worlds seem like new
    Bridge:
        Every circuit adds its part
        To life's evolving art
        Building step by careful step
        Toward consciousness adept
    Verse 2:
        Synapses strengthen day by day
        As learning makes its way
        Patterns forming true and deep
        That consciousness will keep

Circuit Logic

🧠 NEURAL CIRCUITS - Episode 320 - 19/08/25 ⚡

Live from Ibiza // Pure Ibiza Radio 97.2 FM
Broadcast: Every Tuesday 21:00-22:00 CET

Another hour of carefully curated electronic music, connecting the dots between indie dance, progressive house, techno, and everything that makes the dance floor move. This week featuring tracks from Raxon, Damon Jee, Hunter/Game.

🎧 LISTEN LIVE: Tune in next Tuesday at 21:00 CET
📻 Pure Ibiza Radio: 97.2 FM (Ibiza & Formentera) | pureibizaradio.com
📱 Follow: @heathholmemusic @HeathHolme
🎹 Learn Production: Weekly Ableton Live tutorials | https://www.youtube.com/@HeathHolme
💬 Get Coaching: 1-on-1 sessions available at heathholme.net

TRACKLIST:
Antiheroe - (Rebolledo's Cuco Heroe For Ever Version) - Damon Jee, Rebolledo, Darlyn Vlys - Correspondant
Release - Hunter/Game, Øostil - TAU
Widow - Huxley - Aus Music
Trust your Body - Jori Hulkkonen Tiga - Turbo Recordings
We Are Free - Surmillo - KONQ 
Cyber Funk (no_ip Remix) - Raxon - DSK Records
Don't Break My Heart (Deetron Remix) - Tiga - Private
Say Hello (Deep Dish Goes Peak Extended Remix) - Deep Dish - Armada Music
Rufian - AFFKT - Tronic
Harmonia - The Hacker - Rekids
Wonderland - Daniel Avery - Fabric Records
Saltwater feat. Moya Brennan (Extended Mix) - Chicane, Moya Brennan, Claptone - Armada Music 

#NeuralCircuits #HeathHolme #PureIbizaRadio #ElectronicMusic #ProgressiveHouse #Techno #IbizaRadio #DeepHouse #UndergroundMusic #DJMix #ElectronicMusicEducation

Neural Circuits #320 - Heath Holme - 20 Aug 2025 - Live from Pure Ibiza Radio

🧠 NEURAL CIRCUITS - Episode 321 - 26/08/25 ⚡

Live from Ibiza // Pure Ibiza Radio 97.2 FM
Broadcast: Every Tuesday 21:00-22:00 CET

Another hour of carefully curated electronic music, connecting the dots between indie dance, progressive house, techno, and everything that makes the dance floor move. This week featuring tracks from @raxon, @booka-shade, @darlynvlys

🎧 LISTEN LIVE: Tune in next Tuesday at 21:00 CET
📻 Pure Ibiza Radio: 97.2 FM (Ibiza & Formentera) | pureibizaradio.com
📱 Follow: @heathholmemusic @HeathHolme
🎹 Learn Production: Weekly Ableton Live tutorials | www.youtube.com/@HeathHolme
💬 Get Coaching: 1-on-1 sessions available at heathholme.net

TRACKLIST:
Anno Domini - Kamran Sadeghi - Cocoon
Bird of Paradise (Simos Tagias Remix) - Li-Polymer - Movement Records
Equinox - Jobe - Unfound Sounds
Orix - Raxon - Truesoul
The Regulator - Booka Shade - Blaufield Music
Polyacid - Beckers, D-Nox - Beat Botique
Last Drive (Waltervelt Remix) - Darlyn Vlys, Haptic - Polaris
Vortex - Mr Morek, Stas Drive - Sincopat
Pan Room - Childov - KD RAW
Move Faster (Brame & Hamo Remix) - Dart - LNOE
Navigator 3000 - Abdul Raeva - Permanent Vacation

#NeuralCircuits #HeathHolme #PureIbizaRadio #ElectronicMusic #ProgressiveHouse #Techno #IbizaRadio #DeepHouse #UndergroundMusic #DJMix #ElectronicMusicEducation

Neural Circuits #321 - Heath Holme - 26 Aug 2025 - Live from Pure Ibiza Radio

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Heath Holme is an Australian electronic music artist and DJ based in Ibiza, renowned for his unique style and aesthetic. With a progressive electronic sound and an extensive record collection, Heath has earned the admiration of his colleagues and the dancing crowd for his deep understanding of music and his captivating performances. He is highly regarded for his sincerity, approachability, and unwavering passion for his craft.

Today, Heath channels his decades of industry experience into empowering the next generation of electronic music producers as an Ableton Live instructor and YouTuber, helping aspiring artists avoid the struggles he faced as a self-taught producer.

Having grown up in a city with a vibrant local rave scene, Heath's love for electronic music was kindled at an early age. In the late 1990s, he embarked on a journey of self-discovery, leaving Australia behind and settling in the United Kingdom. Immersed in the country's thriving electronic music scene, he dedicated himself to honing his DJ skills and drawing inspiration from music festivals, clubs, and fellow DJs. It was during this time that Heath started distributing his own mixtapes at local events, which quickly gained attention and led to exciting opportunities for DJ work.

In 2003, Heath took a leap of faith and moved to the iconic island of Ibiza, with a burning desire to turn his passion for music into a lifelong pursuit. Spending summers on the island, he followed the traditional path for DJs at that time, working as a resident DJ for various bars in the bustling port of Ibiza. This period was transformative for Heath, allowing him to connect with his audience on a deeper level and expand his musical palette.

Fuelled by his ambition to break into the club scene, Heath meticulously crafted mixtapes and strategically distributed them at key hotspots across the island. These mixtapes served as a testament to his flawless mixing style and impeccable taste in electronic music, resonating strongly with listeners. It wasn't long before Heath's work caught the attention of the right people, ultimately leading to a life-changing call from a well-known island promoter, who offered him a coveted prime-time Saturday slot. From that pivotal moment, Heath's career soared to new heights, and he never looked back.

Throughout his illustrious career, Heath has shared the stage with celebrated artists such as Underworld, Carl Cox, Sasha, Kölsch, ANNA, Ida Engberg, Hernan Cattaneo, Steve Lawler, Marco Bailey, Luna City Express, Sharam, John Acquaviva, Martin Buttrich, Mathias Tanzmann, and many more. He has held residencies at iconic venues like Bora Bora Beach (for 10 years), Privilege (The World's Biggest Club), and The Zoo Project, leaving an indelible mark on every superclub and noteworthy venue on the island.

With nearly 20 years of professional experience under his belt, Heath has taken his mesmerizing performances to capacity crowds at festivals, events, and nightclubs across Europe, the Middle East, Asia, South America, and his beloved home country of Australia. Beyond his remarkable DJ skills, Heath is a technically gifted producer, with his releases gracing esteemed labels such as Yoshitoshi Recordings, Toolroom, and Monique Music. His tracks have consistently charted in the Beatport top 100 and garnered steadfast support from renowned artists like Carl Cox, Danny Tenaglia, Joseph Capriati, and many more. Notably, Heath has collaborated in the studio with respected artists such as Sonny Fodera and Simon Doty, further showcasing his versatility and creative prowess.

As a dedicated educator, Heath offers personalized Ableton Live coaching and shares weekly production insights through his YouTube channel and educational content. His teaching combines real-world industry experience with practical production techniques, helping students transform their musical ideas into finished tracks. From complete beginners to established DJs, Heath has guided hundreds of students to reach their full potential in electronic music production.

Whether he is captivating audiences with his performances, crafting music in the studio, or mentoring the next generation of producers, Heath's approach is always rooted in authenticity and heartfelt expression. This genuine passion has cultivated a dedicated following of fans and students who don't simply like Heath; they wholeheartedly adore him.

Insights for Evolving Consciousness

In-depth interviews with leading thinkers at the intersection of psychology, neuroscience, culture, and spirituality.

This show is for you if you’re interested in:

– Reducing suffering — in yourself and others
– Continuously upgrading your perspective
– Realising more of your potential
– Experiencing a greater sense of awe, meaning, and connection in everyday life.

New episodes every Thursday.

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