Join Dr. Abbasi, Amanda, and their special guest as they explore the fascinating connection between mindless activities and creativity. Discover how simple actions like walking or showering can spark innovative thoughts and enhance cognitive performance.

How Mindless Movements Boost Creativity - Essence of Life

What happens when you hand the mic to artificial intelligence and ask it to run a journal club? Can it replace us, scientific podcasters, in our efforts to make scientific papers more accessible? In this episode, we explore how AI breaks down a neuroscience paper. We’ll see how it summarizes the research, points out the big takeaways, and even tries to critique the study. Can a computer really capture the curiosity, skepticism, and creativity of human researchers or do scientists still do it better? Tune in to find out what AI gets right, what it misses, and what this experiment says about the future of science communication.

Authors: Nick Preenan, Eve Racette, Golnar Taheri

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45: Can AI Replace Scientific Podcasters?

Welcome to "AI with Shaily," your go-to podcast for the latest breakthroughs in artificial intelligence and the fascinating crossroads where machine intelligence meets the enigma of human consciousness. Hosted by Shailendra Kumar, affectionately known as Shaily, this show dives deep into cutting-edge science with a curious and thoughtful approach. 🎙️🤖🧠

In a recent episode, Shaily shares an intriguing conversation with a neuroscientist friend that sparked a mind-bending idea: what if consciousness isn't just a product of biology but also deeply rooted in quantum physics? This concept, once sounding like science fiction, is gaining traction thanks to recent scientific discoveries. 🌌🧬✨

One of the headline topics is the role of **quantum entanglement** — a strange quantum phenomenon where particles remain connected regardless of distance — as a potential foundation for conscious experience. Researchers at Shanghai University have uncovered that the **myelin sheath**, the fatty layer insulating nerve fibers, contains tiny cylindrical cavities that might emit pairs of entangled photons. This quantum connection could synchronize millions of neurons firing together, creating the seamless "movie" of our conscious awareness. Imagine the brain as a quantum orchestra, perfectly tuning every instrument at once! 🎻🔗⚛️

Adding to this, Hartmut Neven from Google’s Quantum AI Lab is exploring how quantum entanglement among quantum bits (qubits) in the brain might solve the “binding problem” — the mystery of how all our sensory inputs merge into a unified conscious moment. His daring hypothesis even links consciousness to quantum branches of the multiverse, pushing the boundaries of AI, physics, and philosophy into uncharted territory. 🌐🧩🌀

Shaily also revisits the controversial Orch OR theory by Roger Penrose and Stuart Hameroff, which proposes that microtubules inside neurons act as quantum information channels. New evidence suggests these tiny structures could maintain entangled quantum states, potentially connecting individual consciousness to a universal quantum network — a cosmic perspective on the mind that challenges even the most imaginative philosophers. 🌠🧩🌌

Mathematicians contribute to this evolving picture by developing new equations that connect neuron firing patterns with quantum Schrödinger dynamics. This suggests quantum effects might persist at brain-relevant scales, offering explanations for phenomena like anesthesia and variations in brain oscillations linked to health and disease. These advances could soon allow experimental verification of quantum consciousness theories. 📊🔬🧠

All these insights paint a tantalizing vision: if consciousness emerges from quantum entanglement, it could revolutionize our understanding of the mind and artificial intelligence alike. Shaily poses a profound question — could AI one day develop its own form of quantum consciousness? 🤔💡🤖

For those eager to explore this captivating frontier, Shaily offers a *Bonus Tip*: dive into interdisciplinary research that blends quantum physics, neuroscience, and computer science. Engaging with papers and talks on quantum biology can ignite new ideas because breakthroughs often happen at the intersection of fields. 📚🔍🧪

To close, Shaily quotes Niels Bohr, the father of quantum physics: *“If quantum mechanics hasn’t profoundly shocked you, you haven’t understood it yet.”* This encapsulates the thrilling collision course between consciousness and quantum physics that lies ahead. ⚡️🌌

Stay connected with Shaily on YouTube, Twitter, LinkedIn, and Medium for more updates. If this quantum mind journey sparked your curiosity, subscribe and share your thoughts — together, we can unravel the mysteries of intelligence, both artificial and human. 🌟📲💬

This is Shailendra Kumar on "AI with Shaily," reminding you to stay curious, stay inspired, and keep exploring the infinite possibilities of intelligence! 🚀🧠🤖

Quantum Consciousness: Unraveling the Mind’s Quantum Secrets with AI and Neuroscience

You’re tuning into "AI with Shaily," hosted by Shailendra Kumar, a passionate male presenter who brings the latest breakthroughs in artificial intelligence and science to his audience. 🎙️✨

In this fascinating episode, Shailendra takes us on a deep dive into the cutting-edge intersection of quantum physics and consciousness—a truly mind-bending topic! 🧠⚛️ He shares groundbreaking research from 2025 that suggests quantum entanglement, the mysterious "spooky action" that even Einstein doubted, might actually be happening inside our brains. This means that neurons might not just be firing electrically but could be entangled in a quantum "dance," influencing whether we’re awake or asleep. 🌌🔗

New MRI studies have detected signals in specific brain regions resembling entangled quantum states, closely linked to conscious awareness and memory. Adding to this, scientists at Shanghai University have identified the myelin sheath—the insulating layer around nerve fibers—as a possible facilitator of photon entanglement, helping neurons synchronize during conscious thought. 🧬💡

Shailendra also highlights insights from Google’s Hartmut Neven, who proposes that entanglement might be the "glue" that unifies sensory inputs into a single conscious experience—a long-standing puzzle in neuroscience. The mathematics describing neuronal activity might even mirror quantum mechanics, hinting that entanglement could persist on a scale previously unimaginable. 🧩🔍

The episode revisits the bold Orch OR theory by Penrose and Hameroff, which is gaining new experimental support. This theory suggests that microtubules inside neurons host rapid quantum events, potentially linking individual consciousness to the very fabric of the universe. 🌌🕸️

Shailendra recalls a personal conversation with a physicist friend who was skeptical but open to the idea that consciousness might be explained through quantum mechanics. These fresh findings seem to push that debate toward possibility, blending science with philosophy in a thrilling frontier. 🤔💭

He offers a thoughtful reminder: while these quantum effects in the warm, noisy environment of the brain are promising, they remain debated. Staying curious but critical is key, and future quantum computing advancements may provide the tools needed to rigorously test these fascinating hypotheses. 💻🔬

Shailendra invites listeners to imagine that their very sense of self might depend on hidden quantum threads weaving through the brain’s microstructures, potentially revolutionizing AI, neuroscience, and our understanding of reality itself. 🌐🧠

Quoting Erwin Schrödinger, he emphasizes the fundamental mystery of consciousness: “Consciousness cannot be accounted for in physical terms. For consciousness is absolutely fundamental.” 🌀✨

Shailendra Kumar encourages his audience to stay connected with him on YouTube, Twitter, LinkedIn, and Medium, where he breaks down the latest AI and quantum science news. He invites listeners to subscribe, share their thoughts, and join him in unraveling the mysteries of mind and machine. 🤝📲

Closing warmly, Shailendra thanks his listeners and urges them to keep their curiosity alive until the next episode of "AI with Shaily." 🌟🔍

Quantum Minds: Unlocking Consciousness Through Entanglement and AI

In this episode of Inside Personal Growth, Greg Voisen sits down with Eugene Choi, a transformational mindset coach, pharmacist turned entrepreneur, and founder of Destiny Hacks. Eugene shares his incredible journey from a six-figure pharmacy career to filmmaking, and ultimately to helping leaders and entrepreneurs rewire their brains for higher performance.

Listeners will hear how neuroscience and neuroplasticity reveal that 90–95% of our daily behavior runs on autopilot—often in survival mode—and how to shift into the executive state to make better decisions, access creativity, and improve well-being. Through powerful stories, including life-threatening experiences in Rio de Janeiro and lessons learned from his own family, Eugene illustrates how to overcome fight-flight-freeze responses, reduce stress, and live a more conscious, empowered life.

🎧 What Listeners Can Learn
-The science of how your brain switches between survival mode and executive mode
-Why emotional discomfort can trigger the same stress response as physical danger
-How autopilot habits form and how to reprogram them for success
-Practical tools like “Name it to tame it” to regulate emotions and reduce stress instantly
-The long-term health risks of chronic stress—and how to prevent burnout
-How self-talk and awareness can transform relationships, leadership, and performance

📅 Communication Date
September 16, 2025

Our Guest, Dr. Eugene K. Choi:

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Learn more about your Inside Personal Growth host, Greg Voisen:
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Podcast 1258: From Survival Mode to Executive Brain: Unlocking Human Potential with Dr. Eugene Choi

Why do teenagers think, feel, and see the world so differently from kids or adults? In this episode, we unpack the science of the teenage brain ; a brain rewiring itself for adulthood. From risk-taking and to self-discovery, we’ll explore how changes in the brain during teenage years shape perception, decision-making, and identity. Get ready to see adolescence not as chaos, but as one of the most powerful transformations the brain ever goes through.

Author: Dure Khan, Eve Racette, Golnar Taheri

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Disclaimer: Think Twice is a podcast for general information and entertainment purposes only. The content discussed in the episodes does not reflect the views of the podcast committee members or any institution they are affiliated with. The use of the information presented in this podcast is at the user’s own risk and is not intended to replace professional healthcare services. 

46: Rewiring Reality: The Teenage Brain

Retiring Without Regrets

For decades, we’ve been told the same story: work hard, save well, and one day retirement will be the reward. But what if stepping away from work feels harder than the job itself? What if freedom comes with a side of restlessness?

In this episode, Dr. Bray delves into what truly makes retirement fulfilling and why neuroscience reveals that it’s about more than just money or free time. I’ll explore the hidden challenges the brain faces when structure, identity, and daily rewards suddenly disappear. And more importantly, I’ll share the four practices that help people not just retire, but rewire: alignment with your values, rediscovering yourself beyond the job title, taking charge of your time with agency, and embracing adaptability when life doesn’t go as planned.

You’ll hear stories of people who struggled and those who thrived and learn practical tools to shape a retirement that feels rich with meaning and growth.

If you’re approaching retirement, in the midst of it, or simply curious about how to build a life you don’t want to escape, Dr. Bray will provide you with insights that are both eye-opening and actionable.

Please tune in and discover how to retire without regrets and why your brain will thank you for it.

QUOTES BY DR. BRAY

“Retirement isn’t the end of the road; it’s the beginning of a new journey.”

“Your identity is not in your job title; it’s in the lives you touch and the purpose you find.”

“Purpose is the engine that keeps you moving. Without it, even the most luxurious life can feel empty.”


Episode 597 Preparing for Retirement, It is About More Than Money

Humans are unique in the way we use language; we share ideas, tell stories, and pass down culture. And we do all of this using very complex communication tools like intonations, contextual clues, slang, etc. In this episode, we explore how complex communication evolved from the Neanderthals, and what changes in the brain made complex communication possible. Join us in this journal club episode where we discuss one of the many evolutionary leaps that turned simple sounds into the conversations that define us today.

Authors: Dure Khan, Eve Racette, Shima Hassanpour, Golnar Taheri

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Disclaimer: Think Twice is a podcast for general information and entertainment purposes only. The content discussed in the episodes does not reflect the views of the podcast committee members or any institution they are affiliated with. The use of the information presented in this podcast is at the user’s own risk and is not intended to replace professional healthcare services. 

47: Making Mice Talk - A Journal Club

Santiago Ramón y Cajal, awarded the 1906 Nobel Prize in Physiology or Medicine, is often called the “father of modern neuroscience.” Using only a microscope and his extraordinary artistic skills, he revealed that the brain is made up of individual neurons that communicate across tiny gaps. This discovery, known as the “neuron doctrine,” transformed how we understand the brain and laid the foundation for all of modern neuroscience. Cajal’s detailed drawings of a wide variety of neurons and neuroanatomical circuits are still admired today, both as scientific breakthroughs and works of art. Join us as we talk with an AI interpretation of Santiago Ramón y Cajal about his scientific findings, his disagreements with other neuroscientists and his advice to junior scientists.

This episode is sponsored by the Connected Minds program. Connected Minds, funded by the Canadian First Research Excellence Fund, is a 7-year collaborative program between York University and Queen’s University that focuses on interdisciplinary, ethical, and socially responsible research and technology development. The program offers funding for trainees, researchers, and artists. To learn more and get involved, visit the Connected Minds website.


Website: https://www.yorku.ca/research/connected-minds/a

Authors: Eve Racette, Golnar Taheri

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Disclaimer: Think Twice is a podcast for general information and entertainment purposes only. The content discussed in the episodes does not reflect the views of the podcast committee members or any institution they are affiliated with. The use of the information presented in this podcast is at the user’s own risk and is not intended to replace professional healthcare services. 

48: Interviewing a 1906 Nobel Prize Winner

Tonight, Monday, October 13th, at 6 pm on The Brian Crombie Hour I interview ✅ Anita Nowak. 👉 ALL my 🎤 podcasts and 🎦 video casts can be accessed any time on my web site https://briancrombie.com which holds repository of all my shows. 📌 Dr. Anita Nowak, professor at McGill University and author, explores empathy as humanity’s superpower that strengthens relationships, transforms workplaces, inspires compassionate leadership, and builds healthier communities. She explains why empathy matters more than ever in a divided world, how affective, cognitive, and purposeful empathy differ, and what neuroscience reveals about developing it. Dr. Nowak shows that mindfulness, gratitude, and generosity can reshape lives and societies. This Thanksgiving, her message reminds us that empathy connects us, heals divisions, and brings people closer together.

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Anita Nowak | Empathy is Humanity’s Superpower

Welcome to Essence Of! Here you will learn about medicine, science, history, and life, all by our favorite neurosurgeon, Dr. Hamid Abbasi.

Get your critical thinking caps on! ‘Think Twice’ discusses controversial topics in the field of neuroscience with the goal of bringing more nuance and rigor to mainstream media. We’ll take you past the headlines by breaking down relevant neuroscience topics, interviewing experts in the field and overcoming misinformation/disinformation with evidence-based content. This podcast is run by a small group of graduate students at the Centre for Neuroscience Studies at Queen’s University. We hope to bring down barriers to the dissemination of scientific information, give early-career neuroscientists a voice, and foster a culture of entertaining and accessible science communication.

Unlock the secrets of data mastery with Shailendra, a 27-year veteran in AI, ML, and Data Science, driving AU$ 6 Billion in transformative value. As the author of 'Making Money out of Data,' their strategies redefine digital success. With expertise honed at IBM and Accenture, they drive innovation and data monetization. Explore how loyalty programs like Flybuys and Everyday Rewards revolutionize business—connect with Shaily today.

Inside Personal Growth provides listeners with over 1000 high quality interviews featuring leading authors in the field of personal development. This online podcast program is curated with content from international experts in the art of transformation. It is our mission here to tune listeners into an audio experience that will entertain and educate to help improve every facet of their lives. 

Since 2007, Inside Personal Growth has connected people with the wisdom and resources they need to work through challenges and strengthen their internal compass on the pursuit toward wellness and mastery. Our archive features over 800+ podcasts. Each show offers insight into the minds of writers behind leading book titles. 

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The Dr. CK Bray Show is a 20-minute science and research-based podcast that aims to provide the information you need to create a better life and career. Dr. Bray shares the latest research findings in the areas of business, personal excellence and achievement, resilience and thriving, career, learning, leadership, change, and health.  He also provides a one-stop resource for actionable advice and tools to cover every aspect of your life. Be prepared to be simultaneously educated and entertained.

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