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Mayim Bialik's Breakdown

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Mayim Bialik’s Breakdown is a quirky, informative, and interactive podcast breaking down the myths and misunderstandings about mental health and emotional well-being. Neuroscientist Mayim Bialik combines her academic background with vast personal experience to provide listeners with valuable practical advice focusing on removing the stigma surrounding mental health and encouraging an understanding of the mind-body connection. Nothing is off limits as Mayim breaks it down with an amazing collection of guests.

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December 7, 2025 ∙ 46 mins

Part Two: Is Consciousness Outside of The Brain?! Physicist and Inventor of the Microprocessor, Federico Faggin, explains how Science and Spirituality are Merging. His powerful awakened Revealed the Truth About Reality.

What happens when one of the greatest minds in modern technology has a spiritual awakening that shatters everything he thought he knew about reality? In this exclusive interview on Mayim Bialik’s Breakdown, Federico Faggin — legendary physicist-turned-inventor, creator of Silicon Gate Technology, father of the first commercial microprocessor at Intel, and early pioneer of AI […]
December 5, 2025 ∙ 51 mins

Is Consciousness Outside of The Brain?! Physicist and Inventor of the Microprocessor, Federico Faggin, explains how Science and Spirituality are Merging In His Quantum Field Theory of Consciousness. His powerful awakened Revealed the Truth About Reality.

What happens when one of the greatest minds in modern technology has a spiritual awakening that shatters everything he thought he knew about reality? In this exclusive interview on Mayim Bialik’s Breakdown, Federico Faggin — legendary physicist-turned-inventor, creator of Silicon Gate Technology, father of the first commercial microprocessor at Intel, and early pioneer of AI […]
December 3, 2025 ∙ 61 mins

Part Two: How Changing Our Core Narratives Changes Our Life! Dr. Sue Morter’s Spiritual Awakening Revealed How The Subconscious Communicates Through Our Body, How to Heal, and Our Ability to Access Your Highest Self

Are you really in control of your life, or are you being unconsciously driven by old stories, buried trauma, and misleading intuition? In this powerful episode of Mayim Bialik’s Breakdown, Dr. Sue Morter—renowned international speaker, Bio-Energetic Medicine pioneer, and author of The Anatomy of Awakening—reveals how to finally break free from the narrative running your […]
December 2, 2025 ∙ 60 mins

How Changing Our Core Narratives Changes Our Life! Dr. Sue Morter’s Spiritual Awakening Revealed How The Subconscious Communicates Through Our Body, How to Heal, and Our Ability to Access Your Highest Self

Are you really in control of your life, or are you being unconsciously driven by old stories, buried trauma, and misleading intuition? In this powerful episode of Mayim Bialik’s Breakdown, Dr. Sue Morter—renowned international speaker, Bio-Energetic Medicine pioneer, and author of The Anatomy of Awakening—reveals how to finally break free from the narrative running your […]
November 28, 2025 ∙ 65 mins

Re-Air: Matthew McConaughey: Love Hard

This week to celebrate Thanksgiving, we are revisiting our episode with the one and only Matthew McConaughey (Dazed and Confused, Dallas Buyers Club)! Matthew helps us break down the science behind feeling and expressing gratitude, something especially important to focus on this time of year. He also takes us on an electrifying journey through his […]

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Mayim Bialik’s Breakdown is a quirky, informative, and interactive podcast breaking down the myths and misunderstandings about mental health and emotional well-being. Neuroscientist Mayim Bialik combines her academic background with vast personal experience to provide listeners with valuable practical advice focusing on removing the stigma surrounding mental health and encouraging an understanding of the mind-body connection. Nothing is off limits as Mayim breaks it down with an amazing collection of guests.
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The Midlife Makeover Show is your go-to podcast for bold women ready to reinvent their second act and live life on their own terms. Hosted by Wendy Valentine—author of Women Waking Up and midlife maven—this show is packed with real talk, inspiring stories, expert advice, and powerful tools to help you navigate everything from menopause […]

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  • Part Two: Is Consciousness Outside of The Brain?! Physicist and Inventor of the Microprocessor, Federico Faggin, explains how Science and Spirituality are Merging. His powerful awakened Revealed the Truth About Reality.

    What happens when one of the greatest minds in modern technology has a spiritual awakening that shatters everything he thought he knew about reality? In this exclusive interview on Mayim Bialik’s Breakdown, Federico Faggin — legendary physicist-turned-inventor, creator of Silicon Gate Technology, father of the first commercial microprocessor at Intel, and early pioneer of AI […]

  • Is Consciousness Outside of The Brain?! Physicist and Inventor of the Microprocessor, Federico Faggin, explains how Science and Spirituality are Merging In His Quantum Field Theory of Consciousness. His powerful awakened Revealed the Truth About Reality.

    What happens when one of the greatest minds in modern technology has a spiritual awakening that shatters everything he thought he knew about reality? In this exclusive interview on Mayim Bialik’s Breakdown, Federico Faggin — legendary physicist-turned-inventor, creator of Silicon Gate Technology, father of the first commercial microprocessor at Intel, and early pioneer of AI […]

  • Part Two: How Changing Our Core Narratives Changes Our Life! Dr. Sue Morter’s Spiritual Awakening Revealed How The Subconscious Communicates Through Our Body, How to Heal, and Our Ability to Access Your Highest Self

    Are you really in control of your life, or are you being unconsciously driven by old stories, buried trauma, and misleading intuition? In this powerful episode of Mayim Bialik’s Breakdown, Dr. Sue Morter—renowned international speaker, Bio-Energetic Medicine pioneer, and author of The Anatomy of Awakening—reveals how to finally break free from the narrative running your […]

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    Are you really in control of your life, or are you being unconsciously driven by old stories, buried trauma, and misleading intuition? In this powerful episode of Mayim Bialik’s Breakdown, Dr. Sue Morter—renowned international speaker, Bio-Energetic Medicine pioneer, and author of The Anatomy of Awakening—reveals how to finally break free from the narrative running your […]

  • Re-Air: Matthew McConaughey: Love Hard

    This week to celebrate Thanksgiving, we are revisiting our episode with the one and only Matthew McConaughey (Dazed and Confused, Dallas Buyers Club)! Matthew helps us break down the science behind feeling and expressing gratitude, something especially important to focus on this time of year. He also takes us on an electrifying journey through his […]

  • Part Two: Your Brain Might Be Lying. The Scientific Explanation for Cellular Memory, Why Universal Intelligence Can Be Found In Nature and How Past Memory Is Actually Changeable | Dr. Nikolay Kukushkin

    Are Your Memories Lying to You? Neuroscientist Dr. Nikolay Kukushkin—NYU clinical associate professor, research fellow, and author of One Hand Clapping—joins Mayim Bialik’s Breakdown to BREAK OPEN everything we thought we knew about memory, consciousness, evolution, and the future of humanity. Dr. Kukushkin might be the first to scientifically prove that “the body keeps the […]

  • Your Brain Might Be Lying. The Scientific Explanation for Cellular Memory, Why Universal Intelligence Can Be Found In Nature and How Past Memory Is Actually Changeable | Dr. Nikolay Kukushkin

    Are Your Memories Lying to You? Neuroscientist Dr. Nikolay Kukushkin—NYU clinical associate professor, research fellow, and author of One Hand Clapping—joins Mayim Bialik’s Breakdown to BREAK OPEN everything we thought we knew about memory, consciousness, evolution, and the future of humanity. Dr. Kukushkin might be the first to scientifically prove that “the body keeps the […]

  • 20 Signs You Might Be Neurodivergent. The Danger of Online Self-Diagnosis and How Better Understanding Our Brains Can Improve Our Lives.

    Are You Really Neurodivergent — or Just Relating to the Traits? In this mind-opening episode of Mayim Bialik’s Breakdown, Mayim and Jonathan dive deep into the fascinating, complicated, and sometimes confusing world of neurodivergence — from self-diagnosis pitfalls to the superpowers hiding inside neurodivergent brains. Discover what’s actually happening physically in neurodivergent brains, and explore […]

  • Part Two: Functional Health Expert Dr. Mindy Pelz on How Fasting Heals Hormones, Burns Belly Fat & Increases Sex Drive

    A single shift in your morning routine could change your energy, your mood, and even how you age!! And…your sex drive will improve too! Are you struggling with menopausal weight gain, endless food cravings, or feeling like your body just isn’t working the way it used to? You’re not alone. In this groundbreaking episode of […]

  • Functional Health Expert Dr. Mindy Pelz on How Fasting Heals Hormones, Burns Belly Fat & Increases Sex Drive

    A single shift in your morning routine could change your energy, your mood, and even how you age!! And…your sex drive will improve too! Are you struggling with menopausal weight gain, endless food cravings, or feeling like your body just isn’t working the way it used to? You’re not alone. In this groundbreaking episode of […]

  • How Simple Fixes & Spiritual Practices Change Everything

    We Almost Ended Our Friendship Over THIS?! | Exclusive Episode (Previously Substack-Only!) You won’t believe how close Mayim and Jonathan came to never speaking again – and all because of something ridiculously simple. In this exclusive episode of Mayim Bialik’s Breakdown (once only available to our Substack community), they open up about the hilarious moment […]

  • Part Two: Inside the Hidden World of Secret Societies: Dr. Richard Spence On How They Form & How They're Still Influencing Our Politics

    What if secret societies have been controlling the world from the shadows since the dawn of civilization? In this explosive interview of Mayim Bialik’s Breakdown, Dr. Richard B. Spence — Professor Emeritus of History at the University of Idaho, expert on espionage, secret societies, and occultism, and co-host of the hit podcast Strange As It […]

  • Inside the Hidden World of Secret Societies: Dr. Richard Spence On How They Form & How They're Still Influencing Our Politics

    What if secret societies have been controlling the world from the shadows since the dawn of civilization? In this explosive interview of Mayim Bialik’s Breakdown, Dr. Richard B. Spence — Professor Emeritus of History at the University of Idaho, expert on espionage, secret societies, and occultism, and co-host of the hit podcast Strange As It […]

  • Lorna Byrne Sees Angels: How Humanity Can Awaken Its Intuitive Abilities, Spiritual Gifts and Live Peacefully, Expansively and Lovingly

    She Sees Angels…and Her Spiritual Awakening Showed Her What’s Coming for Humanity Lorna Byrne has seen angels with her physical eyes since childhood — and in this jaw-dropping episode of Mayim Bialik’s Breakdown, the world-renowned spiritual teacher and #1 international bestselling author of Angels in My Hair reveals everything they’ve shown her about our past, […]

  • Part Two: How Consciousness Creates Our Reality. Why Science & Spirituality Can’t Explain Reality and the Scientific Breakthrough That Could Change Life As We Know it.

    What if space and time aren’t real, and consciousness is the true fabric of the universe? In this mind-expanding conversation of Mayim Bialik’s Breakdown, Dr. Donald Hoffman, pioneering cognitive scientist and author of The Case Against Reality, breaks down the revolution currently shaking science to its core. Could everything we experience — even space and […]

  • How Consciousness Creates Our Reality. Why Science & Spirituality Can’t Explain Reality and the Scientific Breakthrough That Could Change Life As We Know it.

    What if space and time aren’t real, and consciousness is the true fabric of the universe? In this mind-expanding conversation of Mayim Bialik’s Breakdown, Dr. Donald Hoffman, pioneering cognitive scientist and author of The Case Against Reality, breaks down the revolution currently shaking science to its core. Could everything we experience — even space and […]

  • Re-Air: Cassandra "Elvira" Peterson: Happy, Healthy, Dead

    In honor of Halloween, we are revisiting our conversation with Cassandra Peterson! Cassandra Peterson (“Elvira, Mistress of the Dark” horror icon) drops by for a super spooky special episode of MBB! She discusses her love for Halloween and the macabre, her time living in a haunted house, and the time she witnessed an actual murder. […]

  • Did He Read Mayim’s Mind… Or Did She Outsmart The World's #1 Mentalist?! How You Can Use Oz Pearlman’s Tricks to Better Trust Your Instincts

    Is Your Mind Giving Away More Than You Realize? Mentalist Oz Pearlman Reveals All! What if you’re unintentionally broadcasting your deepest thoughts every time you meet someone? In this mind-blowing episode of Mayim Bialik’s Breakdown, world-renowned mentalist Oz Pearlman (world’s preeminent mentalist renowned for his captivating performances and extraordinary mind-reading abilities, author of READ YOUR […]

  • Ky Dickens on Universal Consciousness, Mediums, Remote Viewing & What Science Still Can't Explain. Inside The Telepathy Tapes S2

    Are telepathy & mind-reading real? Can consciousness exist beyond the brain? Are we living multiple lives at once? The Telepathy Tapes: Season 2 EXCLUSIVE with Filmmaker Ky Dickens  In this jaw-dropping, mind-expanding episode of Mayim Bialik’s Breakdown, award-winning filmmaker and viral podcast host Ky Dickens returns with a first look at Season 2 of The […]

  • Part Two: Paul Stamets on Why We’re Not Meant to Be Sick: What Fungi Teach Us About Consciousness & the Future of Human Health

    Could Mushrooms Save the World? Join the world’s most renowned mycologist Paul Stamets—author of Psilocybin Mushrooms in Their Natural Habitats—as he dives deep into the astonishing power of fungi, mycelium, and psychedelic mushrooms to transform not just our health, but our consciousness, society, and planet. In this mind-expanding episode of Mayim Bialik’s Breakdown, Stamets reveals: […]

  • Paul Stamets on Why We’re Not Meant to Be Sick: What Fungi Teach Us About Consciousness & the Future of Human Health

    Could Mushrooms Save the World? Join the world’s most renowned mycologist Paul Stamets—author of Psilocybin Mushrooms in Their Natural Habitats—as he dives deep into the astonishing power of fungi, mycelium, and psychedelic mushrooms to transform not just our health, but our consciousness, society, and planet. In this mind-expanding episode of Mayim Bialik’s Breakdown, Stamets reveals: […]

  • Re-Air: Howie Mandel: Never Too Late to Make A Change

    In honor of OCD Awareness Week, we are revisiting our conversation with Howie Mandel! Howie Mandel (America’s Got Talent, Deal or No Deal, Howie Mandel Does Stuff podcast) opens up about his struggles with ADHD, anxiety, depression, and OCD. He discusses the rituals and intrusive thoughts that force him to hit the pause button on […]

  • PART TWO: Secrets of the Universe: What Happened Before The Big Bang, Life Across the Galaxy, Surviving a Black Hole & How We’re All Made of Stars | Astrophysicist Janna Levin

    BLACK HOLES, THE BIG BANG & ALIEN LIFE: Astrophysicist Janna Levin Breaks Down the UniverseEver wondered what existed before the Big Bang? Or why all planets are different, and why Earth is so perfectly suited for life?In this mind-expanding episode of Mayim Bialik’s Breakdown, renowned astrophysicist and author of Black Hole Survival Guide, Janna Levin […]

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    BLACK HOLES, THE BIG BANG & ALIEN LIFE: Astrophysicist Janna Levin Breaks Down the Universe Ever wondered what existed before the Big Bang? Or why all planets are different, and why Earth is so perfectly suited for life? In this mind-expanding episode of Mayim Bialik’s Breakdown, renowned astrophysicist and author of Black Hole Survival Guide, […]

  • Re-Air: Jodie Sweetin: My ADHD is a Superpower

    In honor of ADHD Awareness Month, we are revisiting our conversation with Jodie Sweetin! Jodie Sweetin (Full House & Fuller House) discusses her work as “Stephanie Tanner” on Full House, living with ADHD and how she thinks it has helped her, and the importance of showing up as the parent you needed to have yourself. […]

  • Re-Air: Bari Weiss: Age of Rising Conspiracy

    In celebration of Bari Weiss’ new position as Editor-in-Chief at CBS News, we are revisiting our conversation from 2 years ago! Bari Weiss (founder and editor of The Free Press, host of the Honestly podcast) opens up about her very public resignation from The New York Times, how the polarized mainstream media and negative news […]

  • Part Two: It’s Not Too Late to Transform Your Health! How to Improve Your Bone Strength, Supercharge Your Brain & Increase Longevity

    Age Backwards! Dr. Vonda Wright Reveals the SHOCKING Truths About Your Health, Longevity, Hormones & Bone Loss Is everything you thought you knew about aging completely wrong? In this eye-opening episode of Mayim Bialik’s Breakdown, Dr. Vonda Wright (double-board certified orthopedic surgeon, internationally recognized authority on human performance, and author of UNBREAKABLE: A Woman’s Guide […]

  • It’s Not Too Late to Transform Your Health! How to Improve Your Bone Strength, Supercharge Your Brain & Increase Longevity

    Age Backwards! Dr. Vonda Wright Reveals the SHOCKING Truths About Your Health, Longevity, Hormones & Bone Loss Is everything you thought you knew about aging completely wrong? In this eye-opening episode of Mayim Bialik’s Breakdown, Dr. Vonda Wright (double-board certified orthopedic surgeon, internationally recognized authority on human performance, and author of UNBREAKABLE: A Woman’s Guide […]

  • Are Transcendental Experiences Proof of God? Dr. James B. Glattfelder on Consciousness, Spiritually & The Amazing Intelligence of the Universe

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  • Part Two: Access Your Divine Intelligence! Dr. Bernardo Kastrup Provides a Mind-Expanding Explanation of Consciousness that Leads You to Higher Meaning

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  • Access Your Divine Intelligence! Dr. Bernardo Kastrup Provides a Mind-Expanding Explanation of Consciousness that Leads You to Higher Meaning

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  • PART TWO: Why 3I/Atlas, an Approaching Comet, Could Carry Alien Technology, Why Your Spirituality Doesn’t Conflict with Extraterrestrials, & Why UAPs are A National Security Concern

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  • Part Two: The Rise of Cancel Culture, Distrust in Science & Misinformation: Dr. Steven Pinker Reveals The Hidden Psychology That Threatens Society.

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  • The Rise of Cancel Culture, Distrust in Science & Misinformation: Dr. Steven Pinker Reveals The Hidden Psychology That Threatens Society.

    The Rising Risks of Cancel Culture & The Psychology & Language That Built It! In this explosive episode of Mayim Bialik’s Breakdown, Dr. Steven Pinker (renowned Harvard psychologist and author of When Everyone Knows That Everyone Knows) joins Mayim Bialik and Jonathan Cohen for a no-holds-barred conversation that quickly turns into a fiery debate on […]

  • World-Renowned Animal Communicator on How She Discovered She Could Speak to Animals & How You Can Too

    Can You Really Talk to Animals and the Dead? Meet Telepath Ditte Young World-renowned animal communicator, telepath, therapist, and clairvoyant Ditte Young (as featured on the viral Telepathy Tapes podcast) reveals her jaw-dropping journey into the world of animal communication, animal telepathy, and intuitive healing—and trust us, you’ve NEVER heard stories like these. Ditte opens […]

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  • Former CIA Spies on America’s Decline, The Potential of WW3, & What’s Really Happening Behind the Scenes in the US Government

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  • Re-Air: Kel Mitchell: No Mistakes, Just Lessons

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  • Top Neuroscientist's New Research on After Death Communication: Dr. Tara Swart’s Exploration of Consciousness, Intuition & Extra-Sensory Abilities

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  • Top 5 Ways to Thrive Not Survive! How Meditation, Somatic Work & Building Interpersonal Trust Can Dramatically Improve How You Feel Each Day w/ Dan Harris

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  • How Quantum Physics, Religion, & NDEs are Linked By A Theory That’s Growing in Popularity. MIT Scientist Explains Simulation Theory.

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  • Re-Air: Nora McInerny: Move Through Grief Paralysis

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  • PART TWO: Doctors Called It Divine Intervention! Anita Moorjani’s Near-Death Experience, Unexplainable Cancer Recovery & Her Message of Hope

    Cancer Put Her in a Coma. She Survived. Her Near Death Experience Changed Everything. Mayim Bialik’s Breakdown delves into Anita Moorjani’s (renowned author, TedX speaker & self-help spiritual speaker) mind-blowing near-death experience (NDE) story and how it completely transformed her cancer, her path to healing & spiritual awakening, and how it changed the way she […]

  • Doctors Called It Divine Intervention! Anita Moorjani’s Near-Death Experience, Unexplainable Cancer Recovery & Her Message of Hope

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  • Re-Air: Dr. Becky Kennedy: Wire Your Children for Resilience

    In honor of “Supporting Young Minds Month,” we are revisiting our episode with Dr. Becky Kennedy. Dr. Becky Kennedy (clinical psychologist, founder of Good Inside parenting workshops, author) helps us use attachment, mindfulness, emotion regulation, and internal family systems theory to break down better ways to parent! She not only provides great, practical parenting tips, […]

  • PART TWO: Spiritual Awakening Changed Lee Harris’ Life: How to Higher Consciousness

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  • Spiritual Awakening Changed Lee Harris’ Life & How We Can All Connect to Higher Consciousness

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  • Profound Insights Into Life After Death: What Deathbed Visions Reveal About Our Consciousness

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  • PART TWO: 5000 Near-Death Experiences: Exploring God, Precognition, & The Science Behind the Afterlife

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  • PART TWO: Johann Hari: The Truth About Depression, GLP-1s and ADHD & Why Our Biology Is Not To Blame

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  • PART TWO: Gregg Braden: Are We the Last Generation of Pure Humans? How To Maintain Our Unique Potential

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  • Gregg Braden: Are We the Last Generation of Pure Humans? How To Maintain Our Unique Potential

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  • PART TWO: The Science Behind Trauma: The Connection to Inflammation & Depression & How You Can Heal

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  • The Science Behind Trauma: The Connection to Inflammation & Depression & How You Can Heal

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  • PART TWO: Key Supplements & The Science Behind Why They Work | Dr. Rhonda Patrick

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  • The CIA, MKUltra & The Patty Hearst Case: Protect Yourself From The Mind Control Techniques Today

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  • Famous Inorganic Chemist on Why He Believes Aliens Exist, The Revolutionary Experiments That Could Create Life & How AI Companies Are Deceiving Us

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  • Neurosurgeon Breaks Down the Science of Dreaming, The One Dream That Predicts The Future, How to Lucid Dream, and The Incredible Things Your Brain Does As You Die

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  • Why We Need to Change The Way We Think About Race & How DEI, Identity Politics & Wokeness Have Likely Furthered Racial Divides

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  • Part Two: The Psychic Who Hunted U.S. Government Targets With Her Mind & How You Can Train Your Mind For ESP And Remote Viewing

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  • The Scientific Basis For NDEs, How Trauma Can Inform the Likelihood of Out of Body Experiences & What Near Death Experiences Reveal about Our Consciousness

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  • Harvard Insider Explains Who Is Really Funding Elite Colleges & Why the Spread of Antisemitism on College Campuses Should Concern Us All

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  • Relationship Expert: The Real Cost of Staying When It’s Time to Leave. How to Prevent Divorce & What to Do When Your Marriage is Beyond Saving

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  • Part Two: Scientific Evidence of Past Lives, The Patterns in Famous Past Life Cases & How You Live Now Affects Your Afterlife with Dr. Jim Tucker

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  • Scientific Evidence of Past Lives, The Patterns in Famous Past Life Cases & How You Live Now Affects Your Afterlife with Dr. Jim Tucker

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  • Part Two: Dr. William Li on The Foods You Must Add to Your Diet to Heal Your Body, Stop Inflammation and Prevent Cancer

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  • Dr. William Li on The Foods You Must Add to Your Diet to Heal Your Body, Stop Inflammation and Prevent Cancer

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  • Could We Be Domesticated by Aliens? The Statistical Odds of How AI & Aliens Are Connected and What It Means for Your Future

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  • Project 2025 Expert on How We Are Headed to a Constitutional Crisis & Why We Needed to Take Project 2025 Seriously from the Beginning

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  • Kara Swisher Explains How The U.S. Was Inches from Economic Collapse, How Big Tech Influences Our Politics, How America Is Trapped in a Cult & Why She Still Finds Hope

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  • Part Two: Quantum Science Expert Explains How Your Thoughts Control Your Future, How to Erase Your Fears & Change Your Life

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  • New Quantum Mechanics: Your Thoughts Can Control the Future & How You Can Build A New Life through Imagination & Meditation

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  • Reacting to Severance Season 1 & 2: Theories, Clues You Missed, Questions We Still Need Answered & Why We Love this Show!

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  • Why Judy Greer Stopped Drinking, Her Honest Feelings about GLP-1s & Why She Loves Playing the “Best Friend”

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  • Bruce Lipton (cell Biologist) Explains How to REPROGRAM Your Subconscious to Overcome Limited Beliefs, Improve Your Health & How the Science of Manifestation Can Create the Life You Want.

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  • Dr. Scott Barry Kaufman on How He Changed His Mind about Past Lives, the Importance of Creative Intelligence, Different Types of Narcissism & How to Overcome the Victim Mindset

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  • New Science of Stress: Why We Need Stress to Thrive and How The Right Stress Improves Health, Increases Life Span & Can Cut Your Cancer Risk in Half

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  • New Quantum Science: Deepak Chopra Explains Telepathy, Simulation Theory & How to Break Old Patterns to Increase Your Potential!

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  • Psychedelics Expert: Can Microdosing Help the Body to Heal? Explore the Mental & Physical Health Benefits & How to Feel Better.

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  • How Bird Flu Could Impact YOU: Virologist Explains the Risks, How to Protect Yourself, & Why Egg Prices are So High

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  • #1 Menopause Doctor: How to Lose Fat, Improve Sleep, & Feel Better Now

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  • Break Free from Destructive Patterns, the Real Reason You Feel Stuck & How to Protect Yourself from Toxic People, with Mel Robbins!

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  • Drake Bell Overcomes Abuse, Finds His Voice & Beauty in the Pain: "I Went to Rehab Right Before the Documentary"

    What happens when a child is accused of seducing an adult? When people you thought were your friends take the side of your abuser?   Rehab Helped Drake Bell Find the Strength to Share His Story of Abuse   From his traumatic past as a child actor to his battle with the stigma of being […]

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  • Re-Air – Grace Helbig: Comedy from Home Beats Anxiety

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  • Best of MBB 2024!

    2024’s MOST EPIC MBB Moments!   Mayim & Jonathan are bringing you the ULTIMATE highlights from this year’s most jaw-dropping, thought-provoking celebrity interviews, like: – Body Image Bombshells with Danielle Fishel (Boy Meets World) – Comedy & Culture with Jeff Foxworthy – Why connecting with people of ALL backgrounds is more important than ever – […]

  • The Scary TRUTH about Depression Diagnoses & How All of Our Brains Are Neurologically Wired For Spiritual Awakening

    The Medical Establishment is getting 2/3 of Depression Diagnoses Wrong & Science is PROVING We’re ALL Hardwired for Spiritual Awakening    Dr. Lisa Miller (Columbia University Clinical Psychology Professor, Founder & Director of Spirituality Mind Body Institute) reveals surprising scientific proof that we’re ALL born with the capacity to awaken spiritually—and how you can tap […]

  • CIA Spy: How To STOP Narcissists, SPOT LIARS in 30 Seconds, & Protect Against Being Controlled!

    CIA Tactics to SPOT Liars, Narcissists, Manipulators, & Learn to Control Your Emotions to Get AHEAD!   Andrew Bustamante (Ex-covert CIA spy, decorated military combat veteran, & founder of Everyday Spy) details his path into the world of espionage!   You’re either controlling or being controlled. Learn the difference.   This episode has practical tips […]

  • The Truth About Hormone Replacement for Menopause. You Don't Have to Suffer. Treat Symptoms & Achieve Hormonal Stability Before it's Too Late! — Dr. Sharon Malone

    You’re likely NOT getting this information from your doctor.    Top Menopause Doctor, Dr. Sharon Malone (OB/GYN, Certified Menopause Practitioner, Chief Medical Advisor at Alloy Women’s Health, author of Grown Woman Talk) reveals the TRUTH about menopause, from its effects on physical, mental, & emotional health and avoiding the “inevitable” effects of aging, to debunking […]

  • Famous Neuroscientist: Instantly Reduce Stress & Find Peace by Understanding These 4 Parts of Your Brain, with Dr. Jill Bolte Taylor

    The Truth About How Your Brain Really Works You NEVER Knew!    The Neuroscience Secret to Feeling Stress Free and Increasing Your Intuition!   You’ve heard the myth: left brain = logic, right brain = emotions. BUT WHAT IF EVERYTHING YOU KNOW IS WRONG?   Dr. Jill Bolte Taylor, renowned Harvard neuroanatomist and author of […]

  • Ease Anxiety, Increase Intuition, & Uncover the Spiritual DNA Hidden in Your Birth Chart, with Astrology Experts – The AstroTwins

    Unlock the Secrets of Your Birth Chart! Renowned Astrologers The AstroTwins Reveal How Astrology Can Transform Your Life!   In this mind-blowing episode, Ophira and Tali Edut – the astrologers trusted by celebs like Beyoncé, CEOs, and global leaders – reveal the truth behind astrology that goes WAY beyond your daily horoscope.   The AstroTwins […]

  • Sex Expert: How to Increase Your Sexual Desire & the Fastest Way to Better Orgasms, with Dr. Rena Malik

    How to Improve Your Sex Life & Strengthen Your Brain   We’re diving deep into the secrets of sexual wellness with board-certified urologist Dr. Rena Malik!   From penis size myths to the mysteries of pelvic floor health, we’re covering everything you’ve ever wanted to know about intimacy and sexual wellness.   Dr. Malik explains […]

  • How to Overcome a Painful Past & Break Codependent Attachment, Expand Consciousness, & Find Yourself, with Pete Holmes

    Transform the Pain from Relationship Betrayal into Radical Self-Reinvention    &   Channel Your Anger into a Powerful Protective Force!    The hilarious and brilliantly philosophical comedian Pete Holmes is in the MBB studio this week to share his thoughts on the nature of reality & consciousness, his struggles with navigating competing loyalties to loved […]

  • Combating Tech, P*rn, & Video Game Addiction, Regaining Your Motivation and Rebuilding Your Relationships, with Dr. Alok Kanojia

    Combating Tech, P*rn, & Video Game Addiction, How to Regain your Motivation, Rebuild Relationships, and find the right Meditation Style for your Unique Brain. This is a HUGE episode.    With millions following his insights, Dr. Alok Kanojia—Harvard-trained psychiatrist and cofounder of Healthy Gamer—dives into the shocking rise of video game, p*rn, & tech addiction, […]

  • Look at the Warning Signs. The Food Industry is Deliberately Making Us Sick but We Can Promote Health, with Dr. Mark Hyman

    Avoid Endless Pharmaceuticals with These Simple Changes that Unlock the Secrets to a Longer, Healthier Life!    Food Companies are Making Us Sick for Profit. But it’s time we Challenge What We Thought was “NORMAL.”   Dr. Mark Hyman—renowned functional medicine expert, family physician, and co-founder/Chief Medical Officer of Function— explains the simple changes that […]

  • UFO Expert: “We Have Government Proof. We’re Not Alone in the Universe.”

    SHOCKING UFO SECRETS REVEALED!   Former head of the U.S. GOVERNMENT’S Advanced Aerospace Threat Identification Program (AATIP)—the PENTAGON unit that researched UFOs—Luis Elizondo explains why we deserve the TRUTH about what is out there & what might happen if we admit we’re NOT ALONE in the universe.   He opens up about how he was […]

  • Why Our Current News Media is in the Toilet & How the Legendary Connie Chung Changed Media

    LEGENDARY Journalist Connie Chung Shattered the Chains of her Cultural Traditions and Navigated the News Waters in a Sea of Men.   Now she’s opening up about being sexually abused by her doctor as a teenager, her deep desire to be “one of the guys”, and why she thinks current news media is in the […]

  • Uzo Aduba: Mental Health of My Orange is the New Black Character, the Moment I Knew God is Real, & My Struggles with Being Seen

    Uzo Aduba Reveals the Story Behind “Crazy Eyes” on ORANGE IS THE NEW BLACK: Faith, Resilience, and Identity   PLUS   The SHOCKING moment she experienced Supernatural Proof that GOD IS REAL!   Dive into the incredible journey of a unique & talented artist who balanced the high expectations of her family and culture with […]

  • Overcome Negativity & Find Common Ground Amongst Online Hate & Political Division to Improve Your Health, with Mindset Expert Dr. Jamil Zaki

    Is Negativity RUINING Your Health?   Are we really as DIVIDED as Online Hate would lead us to believe?   Have we got the episode for you, and just in time for a stressful U.S. Election Season!    Did you know that being a cynic might be doing serious damage to your body and mind? […]

  • Ask Mayim Anything #7: You Might Be in a Toxic Relationship! Plus Election Madness, Understanding Hoarding, Dating with Autism, and Menopause & Mental Health

    Warning Signs You Might Be in a Toxic Relationship   Tips for Helping a Loved One with Hoarding Tendencies   What are Dating Tips for those on the Autism Spectrum looking for TRUE LOVE? How does Menopause & Perimenopause impact Mental Health? What are some coping strategies for making it through the stressful upcoming U.S. […]

  • Proven Ways To Heal, Find Purpose & Expand Consciousness to Change Your Life, with Deepak Chopra!

    Incredible Secrets About Healing & Consciousness Revealed by Deepak Chopra!   The WORLD FAMOUS mind-body expert, bestselling author of over 93 books, and founder of the Chopra Foundation, Dr. Deepak Chopra MD, FACP, FRCP, unveils RADICAL PROOF that all of our consciousnesses are intertwined….PLUS his Foolproof Equation for Happiness!    From his journey through conventional […]

  • The Real Reason Tyrese Gibson is So Vulnerable Online, Why Men Are Killing Themselves, & Feeling Inspired as an Instrument of God

    FAST & FURIOUS and Billboard star Tyrese Gibson reveals why he is VULNERABLE online and explains the current Men’s Mental Health Crisis, how his Deep Faith and Connection to God guide him, his grief around losing friend and co-star Paul Walker & Living Through LA’s Darkest Times in the 90’s!   He also opens up […]

  • Dr. Andrew Weil: Eat These Foods Everyday to Reduce Inflammation, Heal Disease, and Extend Your Life

    SHOCKING TRUTHS Conventional Medicine Doesn’t Want You to Know – Trailblazing Pioneer in integrative medicine, Dr. Andrew Weil, reveals why so many people are SICK & how we can all use FOOD as MEDICINE to REDUCE INFLAMMATION & HEAL DISEASE.   Dr. Andrew Weil (bestselling author, founder and director of Andrew Weil Center for Integrative […]

  • Addiction Made it Easier to Be Human & Surviving a Near Fatal Wrestling Death Match, with David Arquette!

    David Arquette (SCREAM, NEVER BEEN KISSED, THE GOOD HALF) shares how he has blended his diverse passions into a one-of-a-kind career to form his own community of belonging, from his unexpected past as a graffiti artist and breakdancer, to becoming a certified Bob Ross painter, Professional Wrestler, and Clown Enthusiast!    He reveals what it […]

  • Top 5 Ways to Improve Any Relationship & Why Saying "I Don’t Know" Will Transform Your Life!

    Top 5 Secrets to SUPERCHARGE ANY Relationship!   Mayim and Jonathan are breaking down Game-Changing Tips to elevate any connection to the next level, romantic or otherwise!   They’re diving deep into what defines a healthy relationship, why it’s tougher than ever to find, cultivate, and maintain a healthy relationship, & how to overcome the […]

  • Learn the Secret Power of Seduction & Discover What Makes You Different to Inspire Your Unique Life’s Purpose, with Motivation Expert Robert Greene!

    Seduction, Power & Motivation EXPERT, Robert Greene EXPOSES the Hidden Forces of Power we are all impacted by!   Bestselling author Robert Greene (The 48 Laws of Power & The Art of Seduction) blows the lid off the DARK FORCES actively working against you!    Discover how anxiety can be your SECRET TEACHER. Learn to […]

  • Drs. John & Julie Gottman: This Predicts Divorce!

    Relationship Experts Drs. John & Julie Gottman EXPOSE the SHOCKING REASON Why Relationships Fail.   94% Accurate Divorce Predictions: Discover the biggest predictors that guarantee which marriages will crumble and how to get the LOVE you WANT!   The Gottman duo are world leading relationship researchers that have been studying couples for over 40 years, […]

  • Jonathan Haidt: Childhood Has Been Hijacked

    The Anxious Epidemic is REVEALED. Jonathan Haidt Exposes the HEARTBREAKING ways our technology is designed to make us Addicted.   Learn how Tech is Ruining Childhood & hijacking all of our ATTENTION.   We’re breaking down the SINISTER Evolution of how Smartphones are Ruining Childhood, impacting education, mental health, and even safety…and what we can […]

  • Josh Radnor: Making Peace with How I Met Your Mother

    Josh Radnor’s SHOCKING Revelations After HOW I MET YOUR MOTHER Fame!    From Alcohol Addiction to Ayahuasca Journeys, Josh reveals how he found his True Self beyond “Ted Mosby”!    Josh opens up about the DANGERS of Porn and the despair he found himself in after his quick rise to fame – including his reliance […]

  • Dr. Kyra Bobinet: The Brain's Motivation Center They Don't Tell You About

    Discover the SECRET part of your BRAIN that controls MOTIVATION and what you might be doing to unknowingly sabotage your success.   MOTIVATION EXPERT, Dr. Kyra Bobinet (physician, public health leader, behavior change designer) breaks down the mysterious habenula and explains how to achieve your goals.   Discover why your To-Do Lists & New Year’s […]

  • Holly Madison: Blackouts, Group Sex, & Playboy Fame were Toxic

    Holly Madison, former world FAMOUS PLAYMATE, reveals SHOCKING truths about her life in the Playboy Mansion….from her relationship with Hugh Hefner (who was 54 years her senior) to LOVE BOMBING, the dark side of STOCKHOLM SYNDROME, and BREAKING FREE and discovering herself.   Holly (bestselling author, podcaster, THE PLAYBOY MURDERS host & EP) opens up […]

  • Johann Hari: What They Don't Tell You About Ozempic

    Johann Hari Exposes SHOCKING Secrets About “Magic” Weight Loss Drugs. Discover What They DON’T Tell You About Ozempic.   Johann Hari (bestselling author, author of MAGIC PILL: The Extraordinary Benefits and Disturbing Risks of the New Weight Loss Drugs) reveals how his childhood trauma led him to uncover the DARK SIDE of society’s obesity epidemic […]

  • Theresa Caputo: The Long Island Medium Gives Mayim & Jonathan Messages from the Beyond!

    Talk with Deceased Loved Ones & Embrace Intuitive Gifts, with “Long Island Medium” Theresa Caputo!   The LEGENDARY Long Island Medium, Theresa Caputo, answers all of your questions about the afterlife – PLUS she gives Mayim and Jonathan a reading from the BEYOND!!    We’re diving into spiritual connections, intuitive powers, and Theresa’s extraordinary journey […]

  • Dr. Ramani Durvasula: "1 in 6 People Are Narcissists!"

    The Narcissism Doctor: “1 in 6 People Are Narcissists!” How to Spot Them & Can They Change?   Life-Saving Tips: Revealing Narcissists & Breaking Free from Trauma Bonds.   Dr. Ramani Durvasula is a clinical psychologist & Professor Emerita of Psychology at California State University, and the Founder & CEO of LUNA Education, Training & […]

  • MBB LIVE FROM SXSW 2024: The Science of Spirituality & Well-Being

    What does it mean to seek out a life of meaning, a sense of wonder and connection, to something greater than ourselves in a way that increases our overall WELLNESS?    Does the body need a transcendental connection in order to be whole?   Mayim & Jonathan are LIVE from SXSW 2024 to break down […]

  • Paul Scheer: I Was Too Passive

    Paul Sheer (hilarious actor, filmmaker, and podcaster) is here to break down the pitfalls of self-diagnosis, the therapeutic power of acknowledging anger, and the significance of agency.   He opens up like NEVER BEFORE about his abusive childhood, from how his parents managed to secretly get divorced while he was a kid and how his […]

  • Scott Galloway: Avoid These Financial Risks

    Achieve Economic Security. Financial EXPERT, Scott Galloway, Explains How Anyone Can GROW WEALTH at Any Age. ACT NOW.   Simple Steps to Get Rich.   Scott Galloway (bestselling author, NYU professor, serial entrepreneur) reveals the UGLY TRUTH about Chasing Your Passion and shares steps we can all take to GET RICH!   In this MUST-WATCH […]

  • Taylor & Tay Lautner: You Can’t Please Everyone

    Taylor & Tay Lautner on BODY SHAMING, Pressures of Global SUPERSTARDOM, & Finding LOVE!   What’s it like to be married to someone with your exact name?? Taylor Lautner and his wife, Tay Lautner, open up in this deeply personal and eye-opening episode of MBB!   From Taylor’s whirlwind journey as a global superstar in […]

  • Mystic Michaela: Are AURAS Real?

    Fulfill Your DESTINY: Renowned PSYCHIC Medium, Mystic Michaela, Shares How!   Mayim & Jonathan Get Their AURAS Read, on an all new episode of MBB!    By popular LISTENER DEMAND, Psychic Medium & Aura Reader Mystic Michaela reveals the link between personality and auras, the dangers of betraying your aura, and why many people are […]

  • Loneliness & Isolation: Shocking Impacts

    INCREASE LIFESPAN by Recalling Positive Memories – A Simple Technique to Improve Health!    Mayim breaks down famous relationship expert, Dr. David Richo’s ,“5 A’s” (Attention, Acceptance, Appreciation, Allowing, Affection) and their crucial role in fostering healthy connections in this BRAND NEW Thursday episode of MBB. (This is what happens when one AMA submission turns […]

  • Kunal Nayyar #2: Life is One Big Surrender

    “You Don’t Need to Climb a Mountain to Reach Enlightenment” – KUNAL NAYYAR, one of our most popular guests of ALL TIME, is back!   Feeling Fatigued? KUNAL is Here to Deal Out Some HOPE!    Kunal helps us unravel the secrets to attaining inner peace and catalyzing global change in this transformative episode.  From […]

  • Tara Strong: These Characters Are All Part of Me

    You’ve heard her voice! FAMOUS voice actor Tara Strong opens up about her struggles with body image, why she believes magic is real, her manifestation process for attracting positivity, her connection to non-human beings and star planets, and what she thinks we can all learn from cartoons.   In this magical episode, Tara also reveals […]

  • Brian C. Muraresku: Could Jesus Exist Without Psychedelics?

    HIGH on GOD. The SHOCKING LINK between Stoned Greek witches, Christianity, early Civilization & Shrooms.   Best-selling Author, Brian C. Muraresku, (The Immortality Key) explores if Jesus might actually be the Greek God Dionysus.   He explains how ancient Greeks believed that experiencing your death “before you die” actually provides you the chance for immortality. […]

  • From Beauty School to First Lady, with Cheryl Hines!

    Could Cheryl Hines become America’s next FIRST LADY?      On this BRAND NEW episode of MBB, we break down her journey from Comedian to possible political royalty.     Cheryl Hines (Curb Your Enthusiasm) joins us in the MBB studio this week to say goodbye to her long-running character in the final season of […]

  • RESPONSE TO: She Met God & Saw the Future

    Will you take the red pill with us?   Join Mayim and Jonathan as they reflect on our widely popular episode, “She Met God & Saw the Future”, where Elizabeth G. Krohn details her near-death experience after being struck by lightning, her 2-week experience in heaven, and the newfound knowledge and abilities she returned with. […]

  • Response to QUIET ON SET: THE DARK SIDE OF KIDS TV

    EXCLUSIVE REACTIONS: Mayim, Jenna von Oy, and Christy Carlson Romano dive deep into the explosive QUIET ON SET documentary, from the heartbreaking abuse exposed by some of their peers, to their own firsthand accounts of the pressures they faced as child actors.   Mayim, Christy, and Jenna reflect on how the model for kids’ tv […]

  • Ask Mayim Anything #6: Earworms, Love’s Effects on the Brain, Outgrowing Your Therapist, ADHD & Age, The Breastfeeding Bond

    What are the effects of love on the brain? Can ADHD worsen as we age? Why do we crave certain foods at certain times? How do I know when I’ve outgrown my relationship with my therapist?   Mayim answers these questions and MORE on another episode of Ask Mayim Anything!   SHE BREAKS DOWN: – […]

  • Stuck Emotions Are Making You Sick, with Dr. Peter A. Levine!

    Dive deep into the world of Somatic Experiencing with Dr. Peter A. Levine, the revolutionary developer of this transformative approach designed to help us access the body’s stored memories in order to heal trauma.   Dr. Levine explains why release trauma is so IMPORTANT to our overall health, wealth, and ability to connect with others. […]

  • I Was Enmeshed with My Mom, with Brett Gelman

    This week we’re sitting down with the fearless, hilarious, and thoughtful Brett Gelman (Stranger Things, Fleabag) as he opens up about the challenges that have shaped him, from his early battles with OCD and questioning his identity, to intense enmeshment with his mother and overcoming those tendencies as he navigates adult relationships.   Brett opens […]

  • Why Bad Boys Feel Good, with Dr. Stephen Porges!

    Vagus Nerve Secrets REVEALED: Discover how to feel safe with the groundbreaking creator of the Polyvagal Theory, Dr. Stephen Porges!   Dr. Porges helps us answer all of the important questions, like: – Why are we attracted to “BAD” people? – How can trauma prevent us from accessing the body’s healing resources, AND what is […]

  • Does God Feel Pestered By Humanity, with Matisyahu

    Psychedelics, Making a Deal with God, the Unity of Music, Wilderness Therapy, Untying Identity from Physical Appearance….this episode has it all!   Dive deep into the soul-stirring journey of renowned musician Matisyahu, where music and mysticism collide in an unforgettable revelation.   We explore Matisyahu’s self-diagnosed learning disabilities, his life as “the last hippie”, and […]

  • Grow Your Love Muscle, with Dan Harris!

    An adrenaline-fueled war reporter, self-medicated with cocaine. The panic attack on live TV that brought him to meditation.   This is a RAW & REVEALING look into how Dan Harris (10% Happier author & podcaster) struggled behind his polished on-screen persona.   What’s a better way to celebrate MBB’s 200TH EPISODE?!!!   Dan reveals how […]

  • "We Were The Beatles of HipHop!" RUN DMC – The Band that Changed Culture

    Rediscover the band that CHANGED MUSIC FOREVER.   RUN D.M.C. were the Beatles of Hip-Hop. Darryl “DMC” McDaniels was a comic book nerd who pretended his way into hip-hop stardom and changed the world forever.   We dive into Darryl’s journey from a shy Catholic school boy, being bullied to becoming an icon in the […]

  • What Medicine is Getting WRONG, with Dr. Peter Attia!

    The Ultimate Guide to Living Longer and Happier – with World Famous Longevity MD, Peter Attia!   Dr. Peter Attia’s MOST personal interview yet.   Best-selling author of Outlive & host of The Drive podcast Dr. Peter Attia reveals why the current medical model is failing us and how a focus on combating the erosion […]

  • Laughter Can Heal the Conflict, with Jeff Foxworthy!

    Comedian Jeff Foxworthy Wants You to Know….Laughter Can Heal the Conflict!   Jeff Foxworthy (Blue Collar Comedy Tour, Are You Smarter Than a 5th Grader?) REVEALS the origins of his famous “You might be a redneck if…” jokes, the shame he felt from his parents being the first divorced couple he knew, and his decision […]

  • I Felt Pressure to Be Sexy: Boy Meets World Star on Growing & Sexploitation in Hollywood

    I Felt Pressure to Be Sexy: Boy Meets World Star on Growing & Sexploitation in Hollywood.   Danielle Fishel aka “Topanga Lawrence” REVEALS the real reason she nearly quit BOY MEETS WORLD!   She opens up in the MBB studio about facing body image issues and the pressures of objectification while she was underage, what […]

  • She Met God & Saw the Future

    Killed by LIGHTNING, meeting GOD, the afterlife, psychic-visions, and becoming a medical medium – Elizebeth G. Krohn’s journey back from the afterlife is a TRUE STORY too unbelievable to make up.   In this jaw-dropping new interview, Elizabeth G. Krohn (author, Changed in a Flash and Eyewitness to the Afterlife) details her near-death experience after […]

  • Famous Comedian Tom Papa Wants You to Know You’re Doing Great!

    Tom Papa (stand-up comedian, author of We’re All In This Together…..So Make Some Room) is in the MBB studio to chat about channeling his artist sensitivity into comedy and hilarious emotional processing with his wife before bed that leaves him unable to sleep! He opens up about what it’s like being known as “the nice […]

  • Renowned Hypnosis Expert Reveals the Secret to Overcoming Pain, Addiction, & Stress

    Dr. David Spiegel (Stanford University School of Medicine, Center on Stress and Health and the Center for Integrative Medicine, Co-founder of Reveri self-hypnosis app) breaks down how hypnosis can ease your chronic pain, addictions, and help manage stress! He explains hypnotizability – who has it, who doesn’t, and can we increase it? – and clarifies […]

  • Rob Thomas: Allow Your Environment to Inform Your Creativity

    Rob Thomas (lead singer of Matchbox 20) makes a rare podcast appearance to discuss how he went from stealing cars to being one of the most notable voices in alternative rock! He opens up about his tumultuous childhood growing up with an absent father and his mom’s Hodgkins diagnosis, the life lessons he learned from […]

  • Best of MBB 2023!

    Mayim and Jonathan are bringing you their favorite podcast moments of 2023! Join us as we revisit ADHD and the benefits of reparenting yourself with Jodie Sweetin, Corey Feldman’s thoughts on forgiveness and life after child stardom, Dr. Susan David’s advice for “unsticking” from emotions, Melissa Rauch and Mayim’s favorite Big Bang Theory memories, and […]

  • John Stamos: I Didn’t Care if I Died

    John Stamos (actor, producer, author of If You Would Have Told Me) breaks down all things Full House, from his extremely close relationship with the late, great Bob Saget, to his struggle to come to terms with his iconic role as “Uncle Jesse.” He opens up about his very public D.U.I. incident and why he […]

  • Narcissistic & Zodiac Personality Tests

    Identify your inner expectations, zodiac personalities, and narcissistic personalities with Mayim and Jonathan! They go in-depth about the neuroscientific implications of Jonathan’s chipped tooth before having some fun with a variety of quizzes from labeling your inner expectations to zodiac sign-associated personality scales. Plus we break down the different facets of narcissism and find out […]

  • Frankie Muniz: The Thrill of Dying Keeps Me Alive

    Frankie Muniz (actor, musician, and race car driver) breaks down the life lessons he’s learned from the psychology of racing, the origins of his concussions and memory loss, plus his mini-stroke misdiagnosis and what the problem actually was. He opens up about the status of a possible Malcolm in the Middle reboot, the anxiety he […]

  • Famous Comedian Ron Funches REVEALS Techniques for Manifesting Your Dreams

    Ron Funches (stand-up comedian, New Girl, Loot) joins us in the studio to discuss his recent divorce, coparenting, body image stressors, raising an autistic son, and the spiritual component of jiu jitsu. He explains what it’s like to have kids a generation apart and the different parenting resources he has at his disposal now that […]

  • Ed Robertson: Don’t Let Revenge Breed Resentment

    Ed Robertson (Barenaked Ladies) breaks down his songwriting process for The Big Bang Theory and our very own MBB podcast theme songs! He opens up about his musical influences, his struggles with insecurities and imposter syndrome, and the shocking, fascinating story of how he came up with the TBBT theme. Ed reflects on growing up […]

  • Whitney Cummings: Genetics Loads the Gun, Environment Pulls the Trigger

    Whitney Cummings (comedian, actor, writer, producer, director) – and her unborn child! – stop by the studio to break down practical ways to reparent your inner child, how weed and microdosing mushrooms brought her to a manic episode, her addictions to love and fantasy, and channeling trauma into an asset. She opens up about her […]

  • Intuition, Creativity, Auras & Chakras: Are You an Indigo Child?

    Mayim breaks down the concept of “Indigo children” and the signs that you might be one! She discusses the origins of the “Indigo Child” notion, why it matters, and criticisms of the theory – plus we find out whether or not Jonathan is an Indigo Child! Mayim and Jonathan explain the aura and chakra system […]

  • Dr. Daniel Amen: Depression is a Symptom, Not a Diagnosis

    Dr. Daniel Amen (physician, psychiatrist, author, founder of Amen Clinics) shares proven ways to change your brain! He explains what psychiatry is getting right and wrong, his mental health approach from a psychiatric, holistic, and neuroscientific perspective, and the importance of getting to the root cause of any mental health condition. Dr. Amen reveals how […]

  • Jack Osbourne: Ego is Not My Amigo

    Jack Osbourne (The Osbournes, Ghosts & Grit podcast) breaks down why he thinks people are fascinated by his family, how he got into the paranormal, his struggles with substance abuse, and his multiple sclerosis diagnosis. He opens up about the toll his family’s reality show took on him, why he thinks the show was successful, […]

  • Ask Mayim Anything #5: Can Therapy Make You Worse Off?

    It’s another episode of Ask Mayim Anything! Mayim answers your questions about her tattoos and the meanings behind them, food service on sets, and she reveals the strangest place she’s ever slept. She breaks down alexithymia, agoraphobia and when to seek help for it, how dyslexic brains differ from neurotypical brains, and the science behind […]

  • Jada Pinkett Smith: Conscious Uncoupling, Dismantle Your Ego & Sit in The Bosom of God

    Jada Pinkett Smith (actor, producer, musician, host, author, advocate) joins us to break down her struggles with depression and CPTSD, the status of her marriage to Will Smith, “The Slap”, her ayahuasca experience, and connecting with her higher power. She discusses what it was like growing up in a household with substance abuse struggles, having […]

  • Justine Bateman: Your Age is Being Weaponized

    Justine Bateman (writer, director, producer, author) joins us to address society’s fears about aging especially when it comes to females, how she unpacks her irrational fears in order to get to the root problem, and concerns about the implementation of artificial intelligence into film and television projects. She breaks down the nuances of wearing makeup, […]

  • Bob Odenkirk: Don’t Give Up Hope

    Bob Odenkirk (Breaking Bad, Better Call Saul, Mr. Show) opens up about his recent near-death heart attack and the perspective it gave him, how he channels his fear, anxiety, and anger into his comedy, and how imposter syndrome has fit into the arc of his career. He breaks down the shame instilled into him throughout […]

  • Geri “Ginger Spice” Halliwell-Horner: Death Energy, Self-Worth, & Lessons from America

    Geri Halliwell-Horner (Ginger Spice herself!) discusses what drew her to the Spice Girls from the very beginning, her foray into literature and writing, and the life lessons she has learned from American culture. She shares her thoughts on what it has meant to be Ginger Spice, the connotations associated with being a redhead, and how […]

  • Manti Te’o: God Has Two Answers – Yes & Not Now

    Manti Te’o (former NFL player) opens up about enduring his very public catfishing scandal, the spiritual and familial strength he drew on to overcome it, and how it brought him to a journey of self-discovery. He explains his connection to his Samoan heritage, the giving nature of his culture, and the expectations that were placed […]

  • Ben Stiller: Family Legacy, Workaholism, & Saving his Marriage

    Ben Stiller joins us in the studio to discuss his parents’ influence, his mental health journey as a child, how the pandemic brought him and his wife Christine Taylor back together again, his workaholic tendencies, and what’s next for his career. He and Mayim share the nightmares they had the night prior, Ben shares his […]

  • Vanessa Bayer & Jonah Bayer: Transcendental Meditation & Confronting Cancer with Humor

    Vanessa Bayer (SNL, I Love That for You) joins us in the MBB studio to discuss using humor to cope with her cancer diagnosis as a teenager, her tenure as one of longest-running female cast members of Saturday Night Live, and her transcendental meditation practice. She opens up about her Make-A-Wish experience, landing SNL and […]

  • Dr. Richard Davidson: What We’re Getting Wrong with Meditation

    Dr. Richard Davidson (Professor of Psychology and Psychiatry, Founder & Director of the Center for Healthy Minds) shows us what it truly means to be well in your emotional self by harnessing our trauma mechanisms into well-being! He breaks down the scientific data he’s gathered on long-term meditators (including monks!) to show the efficacy of […]

  • Matt Gutman: My Rituals Primed Me for Panic

    Matt Gutman (ABC News’s chief national correspondent, author of No Time to Panic) opens up about the panic attack he had while reporting on the Kobe Bryant helicopter crash, which led him to pursue every remedy under the sun to treat his panic disorder. He breaks down the difference between panic and anxiety attacks, their […]

  • Kim Kelly: The People United will Never Be Defeated

    Kim Kelly (independent journalist, author, organizer) breaks down why unions matter, what exactly is at stake with the current Hollywood strikes, and how her experience in sideshow school informed her passion for the labor movement. She discusses the diversity of the labor movement and how she navigates the emotional component, from child labor laws and […]

  • Sharon Salzberg: Treat Your Anger with Lovingkindness

    Sharon Salzberg (meditation pioneer, NYT bestselling author) breaks down what successful meditation looks like, how to extend lovingkindness to ourselves in the social media age, and what it really means to have compassion for our enemies while standing firm in our fight for others. She opens up about how her traumatic childhood and studying philosophy […]

  • Positive News Recap #2: Syncing Brains, Ayahuasca Clarity, & God as a Drug

    Mayim and Jonathan sit down for another positive news stories recap! They cover a study suggesting our brains sync as we interact with one another, breaking down how mirror neurons wire us to fit in and the positive and negative impacts of emotionally connecting with others. They also share the findings of a brain scan […]

  • Gabriel Iglesias: Fluffy Returns! feat. Emergency Plane Landings, Aliens, & A.I.

    Gabriel Iglesias (stand-up comedian) returns to MBB, but this time he’s in the studio for a chill summer fun episode! He describes his super fun birthday party and Mayim and Jonathan give him birthday presents. He also opens up about the terrifying moment his plane skid off the runway earlier this summer after being forced […]

  • Dr. David Richo: Don’t Bring Childhood Wounds into Adult Relationships

    David Richo PhD, MFT (psychotherapist, teacher, writer, and workshop leader) shows us how to become the best we can be at loving as he dispels the myths of what love actually is, explains how our relationships with our parents may unwittingly affect our romantic partnerships, and the key factors needed to build real trust. He […]

  • The Mind-Body Path to Mental Wellness

    Sadhguru (yogi, mystic, visionary, and New York Times bestselling author) shares his perspectives on mindfulness, why mental health is such a widespread issue today, where we should find joy, and holistic ways to take charge of our mental health. BialikBreakdown.com YouTube.com/mayimbialik Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

  • Jinger Duggar Vuolo: Disentangling Faith from Fear

    Jinger Duggar Vuolo ( 19 Kids and Counting , author of Becoming Free Indeed ) opens up about the evolution of her views on Bill Gothard’s extreme religious teachings, how it feels to deal with her family’s struggles as someone in the public eye, and her anxiety as a result of trying to precisely follow […]

  • Christy Carlson Romano: Love Addiction Brought Me To My Knees

    Christy Carlson Romano (Disney actress, activist, entrepreneur, content creator) breaks down her career pivot from Disney icon to child star advocate, the mechanisms of dissociation, and her struggles with love addiction. She details the juxtaposition between her typecasted acting roles with her actual complicated family dynamics, feeling “othered” from her siblings as she became the […]

  • Melissa Joan Hart Teaches Mayim About Clam Breeding & Christmas!

    Melissa Joan Hart (Sabrina the Teenage Witch, Clarissa Explains It All, What Women Binge podcast) explains how she got her starts on her iconic television series, her Blossom audition, what it’s like to have your mom as your manager, and how her strong sense of responsibility helped her cope with the pressures of being a […]

  • Dr. Susan David: Build Emotional Agility, Avoid Burnout, & The Dangers of Toxic Positivity

    Susan David, Ph.D. (award-winning Harvard Medical School psychologist) breaks down emotional agility, explaining how navigating our emotions can impact every area of our lives, why emotional labor can lead to burnout, the importance of not allowing emotions to guide us, and ways to prevent internalizing stereotypes about ourselves. She reveals the dangers of toxic positivity, […]

  • Melissa Rauch: Amy Farrah Fowler & Bernadette Rostenkowski Reunite!

    Melissa Rauch (The Big Bang Theory, Night Court, True Blood) joins us for a TBBT reunion! She and Mayim reminisce about the series, from their bond at joining the cast together at the same time and the origins of Melissa’s Bernadette voice to their favorite on-set memories. Melissa opens up about the awkwardness that ensued […]

  • Revisit: Trauma, Depression & Self-Discovery, with Wil Wheaton

    We’re revisiting another episode from the MBB vault! Wil Wheaton helps us break down the importance of setting boundaries, getting to the root of emotional pain instead of self-medicating, and the beauty of becoming the parent you never had.  He opens up about his tumultuous relationship with his parents, his lifelong battle with depression, anxiety, […]

  • R.K. Russell: Debunking the Myths of Bisexuality

    R.K. Russell (former professional NFL football player, author, advocate) breaks down what it was like to be the first active NFL player to come out of the closet, the complexity around bisexuality, and compartmentalization as a survival mechanism. He reflects on his football beginnings, his close relationship with his single mother, and his struggles with […]

  • Ask Mayim Anything #4: Oversharing, Highly Sensitive People, & The Dangers of Self-Diagnoses

    It’s another episode of Ask Mayim Anything! Mayim answers your questions about her ear piercings, the dangers of self-diagnosis, why we overshare with strangers, advice for sending your adult children into the world, and ways to navigate a relationship with a parent who won’t acknowledge their abuse. She breaks down Highly Sensitive People, Rejection Sensitive […]

  • Joel McHale: Conquering Dyslexia & Imposter Syndrome

    Joel McHale (Community, The Soup, Animal Control) joins us in studio to discuss his struggles with dyslexia, ADHD, and imposter syndrome. He shares his experiences working on The Soup and Community, opens up about what it was like to work with Chevy Chase, and his fears about never being taken seriously as an actor. Joel […]

  • Dr. Neil Theise: Overcome the Illusion of Separation

    Dr. Neil Theise (professor of pathology at the NYU Grossman School of Medicine) joins us to discuss how his adult stem cell and interstitium research led him to his “theory of everything”, how complexity actually helps simplify our understanding of the universe, the illusion that humans are separate individual beings, and the scientific explanation of […]

  • Eric Hutchinson: We Inherit What’s in the Air

    Eric Hutchinson (singer/songwriter), one of Mayim’s favorite musicians, stops by for an impromptu jam session with Mayim! He discusses harnessing depression to influence his musical creativity, the effects of his father’s muscular dystrophy on his family, and what he admires about the younger generations’ attitude toward mental health. Mayim opens up about what Eric’s music […]

  • The Holistic Approach to Living

    Drs. Alona Pulde & Matthew Lederman (WeHeal Co-Founders) break down practical ways to combine eastern & western medicine, lifestyle medicine, and nonviolent communication into a holistic approach to improve mental and overall wellness. They take us through their personal evolution toward incorporating self-care, play, and connection into wellness regimens, the importance of checking in with […]

  • Jenna von Oy (Blossom's Best Friend!): Don't Live in Your Own Shadow

    Jenna von Oy (“Six” from Blossom!) reunites with Mayim to discuss coming of age on television, their mixed feelings about 90’s nostalgia, and the evolution of Jenna’s sexuality. They reminisce about all things Blossom – the origins of its “hat culture”, their on-set inside jokes & pranks, the groundbreaking nature of the show, why the […]

  • [Revisit] Reframe Your Anxiety, with Glennon Doyle

    We’re revisiting another episode from the MBB vault! Glennon Doyle helps us break down the emotional toll it takes to share authentically, the evolution of love in her life, how to improve communication when both parts of a couple are in recovery, and the shame that comes from simply existing as a human. She also […]

  • Atsuko Okatsuka: I Was Kidnapped and Brought to the U.S.

    Atsuko Okatsuka (stand-up comedian) joins us in studio to discuss her “Scooby-Doo” brand of comedy, her parents meeting on a Japanese dating show, and how her mom’s schizophrenia impacted her childhood. She opens up about why it’s difficult for her to identify her own needs, how navigating the uncertainty of her childhood led her to […]

  • Is There a Science of Belief?

    We’re recapping the best moments from Mayim’s appearance on Rabbi David Kasher’s Best Book Ever podcast! Mayim and Rabbi Kasher discuss how and why the human brain is wired for belief, how we can function in a world gone mad, and how mystical and spiritual structure help us navigate life. You know, light stuff! They […]

  • Jesse Tyler Ferguson: I Was the Puzzle Piece That Didn’t Fit

    Jesse Tyler Ferguson (Modern Family, Dinner’s On Me Podcast) discusses why Modern Family was a pop culture touchstone, being bullied as a child and typecast as an adult, and the importance of having well-rounded gay characters. Jesse reveals he used to have a crush on Mayim as a kid, he and Mayim discuss being on […]

  • David Lascher & Christine Taylor: Blossom, Brady Bunch, & 90’s Nostalgia

    David Lascher (Blossom, Hey Dude) & Christine Taylor (Zoolander, Hey Dude) discuss David’s experience playing Mayim’s boyfriend on Blossom, how the pandemic brought Christine and husband Ben Stiller back together, and they help us break down the deeper psychological layers of nostalgia. They reflect on the cult following of their show Hey Dude on the […]

  • [Revisit]: Stay Present & Know Yourself, with Kunal Nayyar

    Revisiting one of our most popular episodes from the early days of the podcast – an oldie but a goodie with Kunal Nayyar! Kunal and Mayim had a little Big Bang Theory reunion. Kunal shares the dangers of overidentifying with anxiety, including his own experiences with debilitating panic attacks while driving on the highway and […]

  • Dr. Theresa Larson: Stop Pain – The Most Common Myths

    Dr. Theresa Larson (movement health & inclusive wellness expert, Movement RX founder) joins us to discuss her work with adaptive athletes, what it was like to join the U.S. military after 9/11 and as a woman, and what you need to take full ownership over your pain. Mayim discusses first learning breathwork through Dr. T […]

  • [Revisit] I'm Glad My Mom Died, with Jennette McCurdy

    A collection of the best moments from our conversation with writer, director, actor, and singer Jennette McCurdy! Join us as we revisit all of Jennette’s empowering nuggets of wisdom, from disordered eating and her enmeshed relationship with her mother to the profound revelations she experienced following her mother’s death. Jennette also helps us break down […]

  • Rosie O’Donnell: Love People Back to Life

    Rosie O’Donnell (The Rosie O’Donnell Show, A League of Their Own, Onward podcast) discusses the ripple effects of her mom passing when Rosie was a child, the emergence of the first LGBTQ movement, and the emotional highs and lows of becoming an activist for gay parents. She explains how she got into stand-up comedy as […]

  • Stop Ignoring What Your Body is Telling You

    Are you ignoring your true desires, and is your body paying the price? Mayim and Jonathan break down how stress can cause frequent infections, what our bodies are trying to tell us with physical pain & muscle aches, and the potential sinister origins of having low energy. They explain the importance of feeling excited in […]

  • Kyla Pratt & Julian Gant: Call Me Kat, Grieving Leslie Jordan, & Exploring Empathic Energy

    Kyla Pratt (The Proud Family, One on One) & Julian Gant (As They Made Us, Oddballs) join us in the studio to discuss working with Mayim on Call Me Kat, their shared grief journeys after losing their friend and co-star Leslie Jordan, and not conforming to society & the entertainment industry. Julian opens up about […]

  • Carla Naumburg: Your Parenting Wakeup Call

    Carla Naumburg, PhD, LICSW (clinical social worker & bestselling author) helps us break down “sh*tty parent syndrome”, the evolution in parenting methods from generation to generation, and practical ways to practice self-care. Mayim and Carla discuss the unusual origin story of their friendship after Carla wrote an article criticizing Mayim’s parenting techniques. They explain the […]

  • [Revisit] Who Gets Sick and How to Prevent it, with Dr. Gabor Maté

    The Dangers of Being Too Nice: Dr. Gabor Maté (renowned speaker and bestselling author) on another Thursday Bite-Sized Breakdown. Revisit the powerful nuggets of wisdom from our episode with Dr. Gabor that could literally change how you understand health and well-being. Many people have said this is their favorite episode of MBB! Dr. Maté explains […]

  • Danny Trejo: I Was As Sick As My Secrets

    Danny Trejo (actor, Machete, Breaking Bad, Boba Fett & author) joins us in-studio to discuss how the culture he was raised in contributed to his early drug and alcohol use, the evolution of his relationship with a higher power from one of fear to one of love, and his transition from convict to actor/author/restaurateur. He […]

  • [Revisit] Turn Your Life Around One Thought at a Time, with Jewel

    Welcome to our very first Thursday Bite-Sized Breakdown with Jewel (multi-platinum recording artist & mental health advocate)! We wanted to make it easy to revisit the enlightening moments and inspiring words of wisdom from our episode with Jewel. From her lifelong spiritual relationship with nature to practical ways to get in touch with our inner […]

  • Ask Mayim Anything #3: Sex & Love Addiction, Repressed Memories, ADHD and Imposter Syndrome

    It’s another episode of Ask Mayim Anything! This time, Mayim answers your questions about ADHD, hoarding, and what it really means to be triggered. She breaks down misophonia, Borderline Personality Disorder, and the importance of taking news breaks. Mayim shares tips for combating imposter syndrome and burnout, advice for new parents, and how to get […]

  • Mayim & Jonathan React to: Marc Maron

    Mayim and Jonathan react to our recent episode with Marc Maron! They reflect on Maron’s vulnerability as he shared how his relationship with his parents set a daunting standard for what his future relationships would look like, how he turned to music and drugs to cope, and the origins of his anger. They also consider […]

  • Dr. Sarah Schewitz: How Your Childhood Wounds Are Affecting Your Relationships

    Mayim and Jonathan do therapy with Dr. Sarah Schewitz, licensed psychologist specializing in love & relationships! Dr. Schewitz leads a real time Imago workshop with Mayim and Jonathan to illustrate the benefits of Imago dialogue. She helps them get to the root of their podcast disagreements, from interrupting and correcting each other to cracking jokes […]

  • DaRa Williams: Integrate Your Mind, Body, Heart & Soul

    DaRa Williams (meditation teacher, psychotherapist) helps us break down the importance of unpacking past personal and intergenerational trauma, misdiagnoses that come from cultural misunderstandings, and her integrative meditation practice. She opens up about why she chose a path that set her up to fight the dominant culture wave, how microaggressions gave her the opportunity to […]

  • Eric Kaplan: Does Everything Happen for a Reason?

    Eric Kaplan (EP on The Big Bang Theory, Co-EP on Young Sheldon, M.A. in philosophy) joins us to break down the funniest moments from The Big Bang Theory, philosophy as it relates to mental health, and practical ways to avoid being consumed by fear. He shares the differences between spirituality and religion, his experience as […]

  • Marc Maron: Humor Gave Relief from Grief

    Marc Maron (stand-up comedian, host of WTF with Marc Maron podcast, actor, author) joins us to break down the arc of grief, the effects of growing up with detached parents, and his journey toward sobriety and defining himself. We discuss Marc’s foray into podcasting, how it enabled a generation of podcasters including MBB, and how […]

  • Bari Weiss: Age of Rising Conspiracy

    Bari Weiss (founder and editor of The Free Press, host of the Honestly podcast) opens up about her very public resignation from The New York Times, how the polarized mainstream media and negative newscycle can impact our wellness as a society, and the importance of being able to have conversations with people you may not […]

  • Amber Tamblyn: Intuition Not Anxiety

    Amber Tamblyn (actress, director, and writer) joins us to discuss all things intuition, from its biological importance and practical ways to be in touch with it, to how modern society has taught us to ignore our intuition and our mind-body connection. She explains why intuition often gets mistaken for anxiety, why feminism matters, the power […]

  • Max Greenfield: Recovery Led Me to a God of My Understanding

    Max Greenfield (New Girl, The Neighborhood, Veronica Mars, Ugly Betty) stops by for a spontaneous chat with Mayim and Jonathan! He opens up about how feeling alone led to addiction, connecting with others brought him to recovery, and how getting a rescue dog changed his life. Max and Mayim discuss their wildly popular shofar performance […]

  • Timber Hawkeye: Every Breakthrough Starts With a Breakdown

    Timber Hawkeye (bestselling author of the new book The Opposite of Namaste) rejoins Mayim to discuss the real life friendship they’ve developed after his first appearance on the podcast, why mindfulness can feel intimidating, and the positives and negatives of labels. He details how pursuing a minimalist lifestyle has reduced his anxiety, the value of […]

  • Anjelah Johnson-Reyes: Trauma Brought The Gift of Help

    Anjelah Johnson-Reyes (stand-up comedian, actress, author) discusses her journey from professional cheerleader to stand up comedy, the benefits of aligning with your intuition, and how she was able to work through physical and emotional trauma with her dad. She opens up about relying on God to reveal her path in life, how her family’s fear […]

  • Joel Kim Booster: I Knew I Was Gay Before I Knew I Was Asian

    Joel Kim Booster (stand-up comedian, writer, actor) opens up about bipolar disorder, his early sexual identity realizations, and the challenges of living at the intersection of a variety of cultures. He discusses the complexities of being adopted as a baby by a white American Baptist family, his tumultuous teenage years of finding himself while grappling […]

  • Corey Feldman: They Abused Me, I Learned to Forgive

    Corey Feldman (The Goonies, Stand By Me, The Lost Boys) opens up about his abusive childhood, grappling with the deaths of so many of his friends, and his spirituality. He discusses what he remembers from his early days of acting, why he wishes he had the option to say no to fame, and the abuse […]

  • Natasha Leggero: Parenting at the End of the World

    Natasha Leggero (actress, writer, comedian, author of The World Deserves My Children) opens up about how she arrived to her unique parenting journey later in life and provides an honest approach to parenting and “geriatric” pregnancy. She discusses the impact of her father leaving the family at an early age before he married her mom’s […]

  • Jodie Sweetin: My ADHD is a Superpower

    Jodie Sweetin (Full House, Fuller House, Craft Me a Romance) discusses her work as “Stephanie Tanner” on Full House, living with ADHD and how she thinks it has helped her, and the importance of showing up as the parent you needed to have yourself. She explains how therapy and sobriety allow her to be a […]

  • Create Yourself Anew: Breaking Down 2022 with Mayim and Jonathan!

    Mayim and Jonathan are breaking down 2022 for our final episode of the year! They chat about what went right in 2022 – from the news stories that made us laugh and articles tied to important topics we cover here at MBB, to what the year has taught them. Mayim reveals a highlight from this […]

  • Face Your Financial Fears with Meredith Stoddard

    Meredith Stoddard (Life Events Experience Lead at Fidelity Investments) stops by to discuss how life events and their emotional components can impact finances and the overall human experience. Meredith explains the similarities between life events planning and therapy, practical ways to make financial literacy more accessible to all, and reasons to avoid comparing your financial […]

  • Melanie “Sporty Spice” Chisholm: The Discipline of Girl Power

    Melanie Chisholm (AKA “Sporty Spice” of the Spice Girls, solo artist, author of The Sporty One memoir) joins us to discuss the Spice Girls’ impact on music and culture, battling difficult personal struggles in the extreme public eye, and the toll playing a caricature of yourself can take. She reveals the origins of the band […]

  • Mara Wilson: My Diagnosis Saved Me

    Mara Wilson (writer, actor – Mrs. Doubtfire, Matilda ) opens up about body dysmorphia, living with severe OCD, and the grief of losing her mother at an early age. She details what it was like working with the late, great Robin Williams on Mrs. Doubtfire, her struggle to overcome her “cute” image she became well-known […]

  • Seth Green: Always Performing

    Seth Green (Family Guy, Robot Chicken, Austin Powers, Changeland), Mayim’s on-screen boyfriend from their Facts of Life days, stops by to discuss growing up in the entertainment industry alongside Mayim, his experiences with therapy and psychedelics, and why he has always strived to be a good human. He considers why his trajectory turned out so […]

  • Douglas Rushkoff: Recalibrate for Human Connection

    Douglas Rushkoff (digital humanism author and documentarian) helps us break down human autonomy in the digital age and the social implications of the tech world. He takes us through his start in the cyberpunk movement, from goals of uniting humanity through the early internet, the intersections of psychedelics and counter culture with computer programming, through […]

  • Raven-Symoné & Miranda Pearman-Maday: Feel Better in Your Skin

    Raven-Symoné (That’s So Raven, Raven’s Home, The View, Cosby Show) & her wife Miranda Pearman-Maday (content creator, producer, writer, doula) join us to discuss defense mechanisms, their individual therapy journeys, and the confining nature of labels when it comes to sexuality and gender. They explain how their sexualities protected their true identities and their struggles […]

  • Dr. Becky Kennedy: Wire Your Children for Resilience

    Dr. Becky Kennedy (clinical psychologist, founder of Good Inside parenting workshops, author) helps us use attachment, mindfulness, emotion regulation, and internal family systems theory to break down better ways to parent! She not only provides great, practical parenting tips, but also helps us understand our own upbringings, how they impact our lives into adulthood, and […]

  • Jewel: Turn Your Life Around One Thought at a Time

    Jewel (multi-platinum recording artist, mental health advocate) discusses her lifelong focus on breaking the cycle of “emotional inheritance,” the dangers of overidentifying with our thoughts, and how she used awareness and presence to change her life, one thought at a time. She opens up about growing up with an abusive parent who struggled with substance […]

  • Dr. Gabor Maté: Who Gets Sick, and How to Prevent it

    Dr. Gabor Maté (addiction, stress, and childhood development speaker & bestselling author) joins us to explain which groups of people tend to be most prone to chronic illness, practical ways we can prevent these diagnoses, and the link between childhood trauma and mental & physical health conditions later on in life. He details health conditions […]

  • Cassandra "Elvira" Peterson: Happy, Healthy, Dead

    Cassandra Peterson (“Elvira, Mistress of the Dark” horror icon) drops by for a super spooky special episode of MBB! She discusses her love for Halloween and the macabre, her time living in a haunted house, and the time she witnessed an actual murder. We hear about her small town beginnings, from growing up on a […]

  • Gabriel Iglesias: On Stage Nothing Hurts

    Gabriel “Fluffy” Iglesias (comedian) opens up about redefining himself after his long term relationship came to an end, the therapeutic benefits he gets from sharing his struggles onstage, and the significance of his milestones in relation to his Mexican heritage. He discusses the origins of his sense of humor, being bullied as a kid, and […]

  • Iliza Shlesinger: Be Skeptical, Not Cynical

    Iliza Shlesinger (comedian, actor, writer, producer and author) returns to the podcast to reveal the solutions to her somatic pain, the changing cultural sensitivity toward comedy, and her approach to expressing anger. She discusses the origins and process of her observational and inclusive comedy style, new motherhood, and the epidemic of online hate, especially toward […]

  • Alanis Morissette: Self-Care is No Longer a Luxury

    Alanis Morissette (singer, songwriter, musician) breaks down different versions of restoration, the dangers of intolerance and a lack of boundary-setting, and the beauty of anger as a catalyst for positive change. She explains why meditation may not be for everyone, the benefits of guided meditations, and her approach to creating her new meditation album. Alanis […]

  • Candace Cameron Bure: Have Grace in Everything You Do

    Candace Cameron Bure (Full House actress, producer, director, author) joins us to discuss her transition from child star to wife and mom, her 4 secrets to a happy marriage, and Bob Saget’s impact on her life and her grief journey after his passing. Mayim recounts auditioning for Candace’s role as “D.J. Tanner” on Full House […]

  • Reggie Watts: Seek Different Points of View

    Reggie Watts (bandleader on The Late Late Show with James Corden, Comedian/Writer/Actor) joins us to break down his experiences with depression and psychedelics, the science behind addiction and improvisation, and his plans after The Late Late Show with James Corden comes to an end. He discusses growing up on air force bases and as one […]

  • Charlamagne Tha God: Harness Your Superpowers

    Charlamagne Tha God (The Breakfast Club radio show, Comedy Central’s Hell of a Week, bestselling author, philanthropist) discusses his journey to discovering his true self apart from his famous radio persona, how CBT therapy taught him to unlearn, and his positive and frightening encounters with the spirit realm. He opens up about his history with […]

  • Zak Williams: Discover Opportunities for Post-Traumatic Growth

    Zak Williams (son of the late Robin Williams, mental health advocate, Call For Help Podcast) discusses the benefits and challenges of the new 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline (formerly known as the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline). He talks openly about the struggles he faced after the loss of his father, including self-medication with alcohol, PTSD, […]

  • Steve-O Part 2: I’ve Beaten Bigger Odds Than This

    Part 2 of our interview with Steve-O! (Jackass, A Hard Kick in the Nuts book, Steve-O’s Wild Ride podcast) Steve-O discusses life after clown college, including his job performing as a clown on a cruise ship, finding his bottom, and the intervention that friend and fellow Jackass castmate Johnny Knoxville organized for him. He reveals […]

  • Steve-O Part 1: There is Nothing a Clown Can’t Do

    The first part of our interview with Steve-O (Jackass, A Hard Kick in the Nuts book, Steve-O’s Wild Ride podcast), who stops by to discuss his amazing journey to overcome countless odds against him, becoming one of the most well-known, talented stuntmen of all time. He details his family history of substance abuse, failing out […]

  • Andrew Huberman: Regulate Stress in Real Time

    Andrew Huberman, Ph.D. (neuroscientist, host of Huberman Lab Podcast) joins us to talk about the beauty and utility of biology. He provides practical tips for stress regulation and improving sleep, and explains the benefits of natural light and cold exposure. Mayim and Dr. Huberman discuss the neuroscience behind acting and mimicry, the physical symptoms of […]

  • Summer Edition – Dude, Where's My Spiritual Awakening?

    Are you searching for a spiritual awakening? Then join us for our 100th episode of Mayim Bialik’s Breakdown! Mayim and Jonathan reflect on spiritual awakenings explored in the Michael Singer and Byron Katie episodes. They discuss practical parenting applications for Byron Katie’s techniques, including ways to avoid putting your expectations on your kids, the importance […]

  • Summer Edition – Breathe Your Way into Mental Wellness Feat. Drs. Nasseri

    On this Summer Edition of MBB, Mayim and Jonathan are joined by Mayim’s very own vocal cord surgery doctors, ENT + Anesthesiologist practitioners Doctors Shawn Nasseri and Bita Nasseri! They discuss ways they’re able to manage the mental health of their patients, how stress levels and sleep cycles can impact overall health, and their holistic […]

  • Ask Mayim Anything #2

    It’s an Ask Mayim Anything episode! Mayim and Jonathan do a deep dive breakdown of listener-submitted questions surrounding how and when to discuss your own mental health struggles with our children, differences between feelings of anxiousness and a Generalized Anxiety Disorder diagnosis, and the science behind laughter. They define and suggest ways to remedy our […]

  • Summer Edition – Best Of Mayim and Jonathan

    Join us for another Summer Edition of Mayim Bialik’s Breakdown! This week we’re scouring the archives to bring you the best of Mayim and Jonathan, from their infamous trash talks and interpretations of what the other is saying, to their unique insights about mental health topics like the science behind gratitude, the relationship between anxiety […]

  • Ask Mayim Anything #1

    It’s an Ask Mayim Anything episode! Mayim and Jonathan do a deep dive breakdown of listener-submitted questions surrounding addiction, family mental illness, sleep, EMDR therapy, and childbirth trauma. They discuss potential long term effects of sleep deprivation on mental health, the correlation between phone addiction and binding anxiety, and give advice for those who have […]

  • Summer Edition – Best of Professional Breakers

    Join us for another Summer Edition of Mayim Bialik’s Breakdown! This week, we’re scouring the archives to bring you the best of our Professional Breaker interviews, from reversing aging with David Sinclair and moving through grief paralysis with Nora McInerny, to spotting cults with Steve Hassan and setting familial boundaries with Kara Mayer Robinson. Join […]

  • Bevisode with Mayim’s Mom! Don’t Get Your Death on Me

    Bev breaks down previous episodes in our seventh Bevisode installment! This week, Bev opens up about the perks of being Mayim’s mom, why she doesn’t take the praise for who Mayim is today, and her Moment of Peace and Calm. She reacts to past episodes including: processing grief with Nora McInerny, finding comfort in the […]

  • Summer Edition – Best Of Celebs

    Join us for another Summer Edition of Mayim Bialik’s Breakdown! This week, we’re scouring the archives to bring you the best of our celebrity interviews, from Matthew McConaughey’s proverbs and Chelsea Hander’s ayahuasca experience to Corey Taylor’s ghost stories and Hunter McGrady’s affirmations – take a trip down memory lane with us!  BialikBreakdown.com YouTube.com/mayimbialik Learn […]

  • Summer Edition – Mental Health Hacks Feat. Mandy Teefey

    Join us for our first special Summer Edition of Mayim Bialik’s Breakdown! The format is a bit different from our usual episodes, but we think you’ll enjoy them nonetheless!   Mandy Teefey (Co-founder and Co-CEO of Wondermind, Producer of 13 Reasons Why, Selena Gomez’ mom) stops by to discuss the origin of her mental health […]

  • Michael Singer: Let Go of Yourself and Surrender to Life

    Michael Singer (NYT bestselling author of The Untethered Soul, The Surrender Experiment, and Living Untethered) breaks down his life changing spiritual awakening and teaches us how to separate the consciousness from our anxieties. Mayim and Jonathan open up about how Michael’s first book brought them together after 8 years of not speaking. Michael explains why […]

  • Justin Long: Address Your Trauma Head On

    Justin Long (Dodgeball, Lady of the Manor, Life is Short podcast) opens up about his process for exploring trauma and the reasons he didn’t seek therapy sooner. He details his traumatic experience being drugged and kidnapped, discusses his struggles with overcoming his people-pleasing tendencies, and highlights the importance of validating one’s feelings. Justin reveals his […]

  • Margaret Cho: Remove Your Investment in Pain

    Margaret Cho (comedian, Fire Island, Flight Attendant, Hacks) opens up about dissociation, queerness, and her love for rescuing animals. She gives us a peek into her impressive cat palace, explains what bisexuality means to her and why comedy is her safe space. Margaret discusses the origins and triggers of her struggles with dissociation and how […]

  • Byron Katie: Find Out What is True

    Byron Katie (speaker, author of Loving What Is Now) teaches us the systematic process (i.e. “The Work”) she uses to examine any positive or negative thought, from parenting and relationships to work and finances, to test what is and isn’t valid. She opens up about the awakening she experienced while lying on the floor of […]

  • Macy Gray: Listen to the Angels

    Macy Gray (singer, songwriter, activist) opens up about her creative approach to songwriting, her bipolar diagnosis, and why the issue of police violence is so close to her heart. She discusses her musical influences, being made fun of for her unique voice as a kid, and the origins of her hit single “I Try.” Macy […]

  • Evanna Lynch: Take Up Space

    Evanna Lynch (Harry Potter franchise, author of The Opposite of Butterfly Hunting) discusses the existential nature of mental health struggles and disordered eating. She opens up about being a sensitive child, her history of anorexia at an early age, and her journey through recovery. Evanna explains the reasons she found it difficult to seek treatment, […]

  • Simon Helberg: Bust Through the Crack in the Door

    Simon Helberg (The Big Bang Theory, Florence Foster Jenkins, As They Made Us) joins Mayim in studio to discuss the preparation he did and fears he had playing his complicated character in Mayim’s new film, As They Made Us. He takes us through the darkest moments of his mental health journey, his OCD stemming from […]

  • Dustin Hoffman: Emerge from the Wallpaper

    Dustin Hoffman (The Graduate, Kramer vs. Kramer, Rain Man, As They Made Us) stops by the studio in person to open up about his childhood, his time working as an attendant in a psychiatric facility, and going to acting school with fellow legendary actors Gene Hackman and Robert Duvall. He and Mayim discuss the power […]

  • Dr. Will Bulsiewicz: Help & Heal Your Gut

    Dr. Will Bulsiewicz (gastroenterologist, nutritionist, New York Times-bestselling author of Fiber Fueled and The Fiber Fueled Cookbook) stops by to break down gut health and practical steps we can take to heal our guts. He unpacks gluten, food sensitivities, and fiber’s role in gut health. He explains the significance of microbiomes, challenges highly restrictive diets, […]

  • Seth & Lauren Rogen: Genes are a Roadmap, Not a Destination

    Seth Rogen (actor, writer, producer, director) and Lauren Miller Rogen (writer, director, producer, philanthropist) join us to discuss the origin and missions of HFC, their non-profit organization, that cares for families impacted by Alzheimer’s disease, activates the next generation of Alzheimer’s advocates, and leads brain health research and education. Lauren opens up about her mother’s […]

  • Dianna Agron: Uncover, Discover, Discard

    Dianna Agron (As They Made Us, Glee, Acid Man, Shiva Baby) joins us to discuss what it was like to work with Mayim on her new film, As They Made Us. She opens up about her experiences growing up in hotels and her family’s struggles after her father’s multiple sclerosis diagnosis. Mayim and Dianna bond […]

  • Kal Penn: Prepare & Go Get It

    Kal Penn (Harold and Kumar, House, Designated Survivor, author of You Can’t Be Serious) discusses navigating and overcoming stereotypes and racial biases in Hollywood. He considers the feelings of motivation and anxiety that can stem from family expectations, how a lens of positivity can lead to less stress, and ways to overcome apathy about making […]

  • Dr Joe Dispenza: Avoid the Lens of the Past

    Dr Joe Dispenza (bestselling author, researcher, speaker) breaks down practical steps we can take to unlock our potential. He discusses his early days of hypnotizing his roommates, the philosophy of yoga, and the three different types of stress. Dr Joe explains the neuroscience behind why rumination and invoking feelings of the past are harmful to […]

  • Felicia Day: Cultivate Your Sense of Play

    Felicia Day (author, actress Supernatural, Buffy the Vampire Slayer, The Guild) stops by to discuss the pursuit of her own creative endeavors after feeling like she didn’t belong. She explains the positives and negatives of her socially isolated homeschool upbringing and people-pleasing tendencies. Felicia touches on imposter syndrome, the commoditization of artists, and the importance […]

  • Colin Quinn: You Can’t Fix the World

    Colin Quinn (comedian, actor, author, former Saturday Night Live “Weekend Update” host) stops by to discuss the science of stand-up and his journey toward sobriety. He takes us through his comedic evolution, from heckling teachers in school to pursuing comedy full-time after getting sober. Colin opens up about his unrecognized issues manifesting during his time […]

  • Nikki Blonsky: Go Be You

    Nikki Blonsky (Hairspray, Huge series, Bosco film) stops by to discuss the importance of seeing oneself represented accurately in the media, body type stigmas, and her coming our journey. She opens up about her start as a singer, the moment she first fell in love with Hairspray and how it changed her life. Nikki shares […]

  • Corey Taylor: Extrasensory Experiences

    Corey Taylor (frontman for Slipknot and Stone Sour, NY Times bestselling author) opens up about his early drug and alcohol addiction and how he makes sense of his extrasensory observations with the paranormal. He discusses his difficult childhood, his process of discovering music and writing as an outlet, and his journey toward sobriety. Corey explains […]

  • Dr. Maya Shankar: Find the Asset in your Defect

    Dr. Maya Shankar (cognitive scientist, Senior Advisor to Obama administration, host of Slight Change of Plans podcast) breaks down the role of language in cognition and why understanding human behavior makes a huge difference in informing government policy. She discusses her pivot from Juilliard violinist into neuroscience after suffering a permanent hand injury as a […]

  • Moby: Be A Humble, Open & Curious Observer

    Moby (musician, DJ, photographer, author, animal rights activist) opens up about his unconventional childhood, what sobriety has taught him, and the effectiveness of activism. He discusses his drug and alcohol abuse which began at an early age and being forced to drop out of college due to crippling panic attacks. Moby details the impact his […]

  • Rapid Fire: Molly Ringwald, Danica McKellar & Jonathan Lipnicki

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  • Nora McInerny: Move Through Grief Paralysis

    Nora McInerny (Terrible, Thanks for Asking podcast, author of Bad Vibes Only) helps us build understanding around grief by taking us through her own grief journey. She discusses what her life was like before suffering extreme loss, what happened upon receiving her husband’s terminal brain cancer diagnosis, and how she dealt with a miscarriage and […]

  • Rapid Fire: Alyson Stoner

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  • Julie Bowen: There is No Normal

    Julie Bowen (Modern Family, Boston Legal, Happy Gilmore, Quitters podcast) opens up about anxiety, the ambivalence of motherhood, and the steps she takes to stay grounded. She takes us through her anxiety journey in the early days of antidepressants, her meditation methods, and the importance of not waiting to seek help. She and Mayim discuss […]

  • Rapid Fire: Kel Mitchell

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  • Tony Hale: Practice Contentment Where You Are

    Tony Hale (Veep, Arrested Development, Toy Story 4, Being the Ricardos, Clifford The Big Red Dog, Archibald’s Next Big Thing) discusses the impact a chronic, invisible condition can have on mental health. He explains how living with severe asthma shifted his worldview and contributed to his anxiety and panic attacks, and the consequences of living […]

  • Rapid Fire: Howie Mandel

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  • Connor Franta: Awareness to Awakening

    Connor Franta (entrepreneur, content creator, author of House Fires) opens up about the impact his sexuality has had on his mental health. He walks us through his coming out journey, from depression and suicidal thoughts stemming from questioning his sexuality through the reactions of his family, friends, and fans upon releasing his extremely popular coming […]

  • Howie Mandel: Never too Late to Make a Change

    Howie Mandel (America’s Got Talent, Deal or No Deal, Howie Mandel Does Stuff podcast) opens up about his struggles with ADHD, anxiety, depression, and OCD. He discusses the rituals and intrusive thoughts that force him to hit the pause button on his life, why he finally decided to seek professional treatment, and how his diagnoses […]

  • Kara Mayer Robinson: Make Order Out of Chaos

    Kara Mayer Robinson (licensed mental health counselor, talk show host, journalist, writer, host of the Really Famous podcast) gives us tools and coping strategies to face the challenges in spending time with family, just in time for the holidays! Kara gives us practical tips for mentally preparing ourselves to deal with combative family members, including […]

  • Sarah Silverman: Grow a Pair of Lips

    Sarah Silverman (The Sarah Silverman Podcast, The Sarah Silverman Program, I Love You, America, Wreck It Ralph, Santa Inc., author of The Bedwetter) discusses the origins of her “shock value” comedy style, her reaction to being called “one of the guys” in comedy, and the importance of growing and changing with the times, especially as […]

  • Jonathan Lipnicki: Be Proactive in Finding Happiness

    Jonathan Lipnicki (Jerry Maguire, Stuart Little, Comeback Kids podcast) opens up about his struggles with anxiety, panic attacks, and irrational fears. He discusses his difficulties with balancing the success of his career as a child actor with being severely bullied in school, and the coping mechanisms he has used to deal with bullying and anxiety. […]

  • Bevisode with Mayim’s Mom! Reevaluate & Make Amends

    Bev breaks down previous episodes in our sixth Bevisode installment! This week, Bev reacts to past episodes including: microaggressions and reservations about therapy with Lamorne Morris, Lindsey Stirling’s old soul and multidisciplinary skillset, and her resonation with Timer Hawkeye’s simple, yet fulfilling lifestyle. She reflects on Rainn Wilson’s centered approach to recovery, the positivity and […]

  • Danica McKellar: Listen to Your Truth Bell

    Danica McKellar (The Wonder Years actress, author, producer, speaker, and mathematician) joins us to discuss what it was like to play the character of “Winnie Cooper” in The Wonder Years, and her struggle to find her identity separate from the iconic dreamgirl role. She discusses how she managed to stay grounded while growing up in […]

  • Chelsea Handler: Unpack Delayed Grief

    Chelsea Handler (Dear Chelsea Podcast, comedian, television host, best-selling author) stops by to discuss the importance of unpacking trauma and delayed grief. She opens up about growing up in a dysfunctional home, and how the trauma of losing her older brother impacted her entire family and reinforced her commitment to spreading humor. Chelsea explains the […]

  • Molly Ringwald: Avoid Absorbing Too Much Pain

    Molly Ringwald (Sixteen Candles, The Breakfast Club, Pretty in Pink, The Kissing Booth 3) joins us to discuss the things she admires and regrets about starring in John Hughes’ movies. Mayim and Molly bond over their early roles on Facts of Life, coping with rejection at an early age, and Mayim opens up about why […]

  • Alyson Stoner: Create Space to Try

    Alyson Stoner (Step Up, Cheaper by the Dozen, Co-Founder of Movement Genius, author of Mind Body Pride: The 7-Step Guide to Deeper Inner Connection) joins us to discuss the role physical movement plays in promotion of mental and emotional health. She details her childhood in the entertainment industry, growing up around abuse and addiction, and […]

  • Jenny Taitz: You Only Fail if you Bail

    Dr. Jenny Taitz (Assistant Clinical Professor in Psychiatry at UCLA and licensed clinical psychologist board certified in cognitive behavioral therapy) is back to answer listener questions about disordered eating, her personal path to becoming a therapist, and the resources she recommends for aspiring psychologists. Dr. Taitz discusses the causes of disordered eating, suggests when to […]

  • Kel Mitchell: No Mistakes, Just Lessons

    Kel Mitchell (All That, Kenan & Kel, Good Burger, author of Blessed Mode: 90 Days to Level Up Your Faith) joins us to discuss his early career as a 90’s Nickelodeon star and the major life events that shaped him into the man of faith he is today. He details his class clown and theatre […]

  • Nikki Glaser: The Drug of Feelings

    Nikki Glaser (The Nikki Glaser Podcast, FBoy Island, Nikki Glaser: Bangin’) stops by to discuss the importance of being present and feeling your feelings. She opens up about being raised by an anxious parent, her relationship with her parents before, during, and after therapy, and the sensory issues she struggled with as a child. Nikki […]

  • David Poses: Get to the Root of Addiction

    David Poses (speaker, expert, activist, author of The Weight of Air) discusses the intersection of addiction and mental health. He opens up about becoming addicted to heroin in an attempt to treat his depression after learning about it in a school drug education program, and how he was able to function on and effectively hide […]

  • Vishen Lakhiani: Practical Steps to Follow Your Heart & Generate Self-Love

    Vishen Lakhiani (Founder & CEO of Mindvalley, author of The Buddha & The Badass and The Code of the Extraordinary Mind) opens up about his inspiration for starting Mindvalley, an award-winning education movement with millions of students worldwide. He details his past struggles with suicidal thoughts before making the decision to go against the grain […]

  • Bevisode with Mayim’s Mom! Mayim’s Mantra & The Gravity of Gratitude

    Bev breaks down previous episodes in our fifth Bevisode installment! This week, Bev reacts to a hefty slot of episodes including: Jackson Galaxy’s guardrails and involution, reinventing yourself creatively like Melissa Bernstein, and all things aging with Dr. Small. She considers Rabbi Steve Leder’s stance on decluttering and sanctification of the mundane, Dr. Jenny Taitz’ […]

  • Tig Notaro: Find Comfort in Simplicity

    Tig Notaro (Tig Notaro: Drawn , Don’t Ask Tig podcast, Tig & Cheryl: True Story podcast) drops by to discuss how her chaotic childhood and health struggles shaped her into the talented stand-up comedian she is today. She details her musical background, dropping out of school, and the confusing feelings she had about her sexuality. […]

  • Dr. Christine Moutier: We All Have A Role to Play

    Dr. Christine Moutier (Chief Medical Officer, American Foundation for Suicide Prevention) debunks myths about suicide and discusses the big risk factors associated with the act. She details her path to becoming a suicide prevention advocate and shares how her own mental health journey during medical school led her to become a safe space for others. […]

  • Michael Sweetney: Write Your Own Story

    Michael Sweetney, (former NBA player & current Yeshiva Assistant Coach) details his journey through professional basketball, from the pressure he felt as a star player and student athlete at Georgetown to his experience with depression after the sudden, tragic loss of his father. He opens up about why he hated playing basketball at first, the […]

  • Jalen Rose: Master Your Role

    Jalen Rose (NBA player, NY Times best-selling author, NBA Countdown, Jalen & Jacoby, Get Up) opens up about the brotherhood of the Fab 5, the impact of stress from playing professional basketball on his mental health, and his undying love for the city of Detroit. He describes his childhood growing up in the segregated city […]

  • Alan Gordon: Stop Chronic Pain

    Alan Gordon (founder of the Pain Psychology Center and author of The Way Out: A Revolutionary, Scientifically Proven Approach to Healing Chronic Pain) stops by to guide Mayim through somatic tracking in an effort to alleviate her severe, stress-induced chronic back pain. After detailing his own journey suffering years of sustained pain in almost every […]

  • David Archuleta: Permission to Make Mistakes

    David Archuleta (American Idol, OK, All Right Tour, author of My Little Prayer ) opens up about discovering his sexual identity and the aspects of his religion he continues to hang onto as he navigates it. David discusses how taking time to step back from his musical career to go on his mission amidst fears […]

  • David Sinclair: Reverse Aging & Extend Your Lifespan

    David Sinclair (biologist, Professor of Genetics at Harvard Medical School, and author of Lifespan: Why We Age and Why We Don’t Have To) discusses ways we can extend our lifespan and the work he’s doing to slow and reverse aging brain cells. He details the best lifestyle changes and emerging technologies available now to prevent […]

  • Andy Richter: Work for Peace

    Andy Richter (Conan, Madagascar, Three Questions with Andy Richter podcast) opens up about his childhood, mental health struggles, and his almost 30-year tenure as a late night tv sidekick. He details his experience with depression and lack of self-assuredness at an early age, and explains what lured him to performing. Andy describes the lack of […]

  • Matthew McConaughey: Love Hard

    Matthew McConaughey (Dazed and Confused, Dallas Buyers Club, Greenlights author) takes us on an electrifying journey through his intriguing life, from his intense childhood in which his parents divorced and remarried each other three times, to surviving off a head of lettuce with ketchup in Australia, to his current ambitions considering a run for political […]

  • Anthony Green: If You’re Alive and Listening, There’s Hope

    Anthony Green (lead singer of Circa Survive, Saosin, and The Sound of Animals Fighting) opens up about his struggles with addiction and living with bipolar disorder. He describes how his distorted self-image manifested into disordered eating and drug and alcohol abuse, and details his first stay in rehab and being misdiagnosed with schizophrenia. Mayim breaks […]

  • Rainn Wilson: Embrace Your Eccentricities & A Petri Dish of Creativity

    Rainn Wilson (The Office, Six Feet Under, Metaphysical Milkshake with Rainn & Reza, SoulPancake) joins Mayim and Jonathan in the studio as their first ever in-person guest to discuss his nerdy childhood, growing up with social misfit parents, and the evolution that therapy has provided to every area of his life. He explains how feeling […]

  • Angela Matusik: Reinvent Your Career, Creative Contentment & Branded Storytelling

    Angela Matusik, Head of Corporate Brand Content & Creative at Hewlett-Packard, breaks down the impact of brand storytelling on society’s capacity for mental wellness. She details her impressive trajectory from an unstable childhood to becoming an editor in the fascinating era of 90’s print media, and eventually reinventing her creative journalism to pivot into the […]

  • Timber Hawkeye: Work Less & Live More, Non-Violent Communication & Engraved Clocks

    Timber Hawkeye (best-selling author of Buddhist Boot Camp and Faithfully Religionless) details his life’s journey after having an enlightened experience. He explains why he left his solid corporate job and comfortable life to strip himself of all possessions, moved to Hawaii where he survived on just $7k per year, studied psychology and world religion, and […]

  • Lindsey Stirling: Find Control in Creativity, Body Dysmorphia & Hair Hanging

    Lindsey Stirling (unique, futuristic electronic violinist, songwriter and dancer with over 13M YouTube subscribers) opens up about how seeking a sense of control developed into disordered eating and how honing her dancer’s physique affected her body image. She shares how the mindset she adopted through disordered eating manifested in other areas of her life, and […]

  • Kevin Sussman: Weighted Blankets, Actor Anxiety & the Science of Sobbing

    Kevin Sussman (actor, writer, comedian, The Big Bang Theory) discusses his anxiety surrounding performing and reveals his process for tricking his brain into redirecting anxious thoughts. Mayim and Kevin reminisce about their shared experiences on the set of The Big Bang Theory and examine the differences between Kevin and his character, “Stuart Bloom.” Kevin shares […]

  • Jackson Galaxy: Emotional Guardrails, Language of Empathy & The Social Anxiety Corner

    Jackson Galaxy (Host & Executive Producer of My Cat from Hell, animal advocate, cat behavior expert, author, musician) opens up about his struggles with social anxiety, substance abuse, and disordered eating. After an illuminating installment of “What Mayim Hears”, Jackson discusses growing up wanting to be a rock star and how playing guitar and busking […]

  • Dr. Gary Small: Bolster Your Brain & Lengthen Longevity

    Dr. Gary Small, Professor of Psychiatry, Biobehavioral Sciences & Aging and Director of the UCLA Longevity Center, breaks down the biological causes and symptoms of aging and its impact on mental wellness. He discusses the effects of neurodegenerative memory disorders on patients and caregivers, his personal experiences with Alzheimer’s, and the toll his work with […]

  • Melissa Bernstein: Achievement Anchoring & The Logic of Lying

    Melissa Bernstein, author, entrepreneur, and Co-Founder of the successful toy company Melissa & Doug, breaks down her existential journey through birthing art from divergent qualities. She discusses her disassociation from dark feelings and how her imagination allowed her to channel that sense of despair into creativity. Mayim and Melissa bond over being unable to relate […]

  • Jennette McCurdy: Enmeshment, Individuating, & Coping Mechanisms

    Jennette McCurdy, writer, director, actor, and singer ( iCarly, Sam & Cat), inspires Mayim with her openness and vulnerability as she shares the harmful coping mechanisms and profound revelations she experienced following the death of her mother – leading to Jennette’s one woman show “I’m Glad My Mom Died.” Jennette discusses the pressures and anxieties […]

  • Rabbi Steve Leder: Clearing out the Clutter, Nonlinear Grief & Finding Gratitude in the Mundane

    Rabbi Steve Leder, author and Senior Rabbi of Wilshire Boulevard Temple in Los Angeles, breaks down the beneficial and harmful aspects of religious structure on mental health and sense of community. He details his childhood in the midwest where he worked at the family junkyard under strict, religious parents, and how stealing Bob Dylan albums […]

  • Jenny Taitz: Self-Soothing Strategies, How to be Single and Happy & Ending Emotional Eating

    Dr. Jenny Taitz, Assistant Clinical Professor in Psychiatry at UCLA and licensed clinical psychologist board certified in cognitive behavioral therapy, outlines her custom, dialectical therapy approach to helping people meet their long term goals by utilizing evidenced-based tools. She breaks down the core issues of disordered eating and highlights the importance of recognizing hunger cues […]

  • Lamorne Morris: Breaking Barriers, Life Coaching & Different Shades of Black

    Lamorne Morris (New Girl, Call Me Kat, Woke, Sandy Wexler, Barbershop 3, Game Night, BET personality) details how growing up in the southside of Chicago shaped his approach to navigating through equality roadblocks and the invisible entertainment gatekeeper. He and Mayim discuss how learning the history of one’s culture provides empowerment and why the media’s […]

  • Steve Hassan: Spotting a Cult, Hidden Hypnotism & Indoctrination in the Digital Age

    Steve Hassan, world-renowned mental health professional and cult & undue influence expert, breaks down classic cult tactics and how those techniques have evolved into the digital age. He details his own indoctrination into the Unification Church of Sun Myung Moon, his subsequent moment of realization that he was a cult member, and his intense deprogramming […]

  • Kelly Clarkson: Small-Town Starts, F-You Attitudes, & Combating Industry Standards

    Kelly Clarkson, Grammy Award-winning singer and Emmy Award-winning talk show host, takes us through her mental and physical health journey after becoming one of the biggest popstars in the world. She shares how growing up in a small Texas town prepared her for global fame and how her voice has evolved over the years. Kelly […]

  • Bobby Moynihan: Puppetry, People-Pleasing & The SNL Pressure Cooker

    Bobby Moynihan, comedic actor and former SNL cast member, shares his rollercoaster journey through comedy, from puppetry classes and performing improv during the aftermath of 9/11, through his 9-season run on SNL and beyond. Mayim and Bobby discuss the misconceptions about comedic performers, the role perfectionism plays in triggering physical symptoms of stress, and how […]

  • Bevisode with Mayim's Mom! Mysticism, Motherhood, Hungarian Superpowers & Pioneering Prison Programs

    Bev breaks down previous episodes in our fourth Bevisode installment! This week, Bev reacts to an engaging slot of recent episodes by discussing her own responses to the callings of waking dreams touched on by Elizabeth Bachner, along with the importance of recognizing when to seek help in the struggle with addiction addressed in Brian […]

  • Oliver Hudson: Sibling Stressors, Love Languages & Ego Elimination

    Oliver Hudson, actor and fellow podcaster, joins us to discuss the nuance and evolution of family dynamics and how he overcame feeling like the black sheep of his famous family with the help of a pillow and a wiffle ball bat. Together, Mayim, Jonathan, and Oliver examine the ways that they give and receive love […]

  • Dan Mathews: Prostitutes, PETA, and A Schizophrenic Success Story

    Dan Mathews, Writer and long-time activist with the People for Ethical Treatment of Animals (PETA), openly celebrates his late mother, who was diagnosed with schizophrenia. Dan regales the audience with tales about his mother’s ability to form lasting and meaningful relationships, in spite of her challenges. Through their discussion of Dan’s mom, Mayim & Dan […]

  • Alison Desir: Running While Black, Competent Counseling & Caregiver Burnout

    Alison Desir, athletic activist and counselor, blurs the line between mind and body through the integration of two of her passions: community based mental health and running. Mayim and Alison examine how running has fit into each other’s lives and how it has provided a meaningful coping mechanism to deal with life’s many stressors. Alison […]

  • Moshe Kasher: Nature vs. Nurture, Growing Up CODA & Rebuilding Trust

    Moshe Kasher, stand-up comedian and author of Mayim’s favorite memoir ‘Kasher in the Rye,’ talks about his experience through childhood growing up with deaf parents and the mixed emotions of independence, embarrassment, and rage that came with it. Mayim and Moshe explore the idea of the chicken and the egg when it came to his […]

  • Hayley Williams: Mind-Body Breakthroughs, Weird Weddings & Intensive Therapy

    Hayley Williams, the Grammy Award winning singer and founder of Paramore, shares her personal experience of ‘getting out’ of a traumatic relationship and the mind-body connection she uncovered during the process. Mayim and Hayley connect over their shared choice of combat boots and disconnected enthusiasm in their previous weddings. Hayley opens up on her recent […]

  • Bevisode with Mayim’s Mom! Millennials, Mindfulness, & Memories

    Back again this week with what is quickly becoming a fan favorite, the Bevisode! In this third installment we go a little meta with Bev breaking down her own episode… breaking down other guests’ episodes. Bev goes on to share her admiration for us getting a ‘down to earth’ millennial like Sofia Franklyn on the […]

  • Hunter McGrady: Redefining Beauty, Mantras & Body Positivity

    Hunter McGrady, the lovely and talented trailblazer for plus size modeling, shares the ups and downs of her career including her journey to be on the cover of Sport Illustrated’s Swim Suit issue in nothing but body paint! Mayim and Hunter discuss the anxiety and depression that both men and women face in response to […]

  • Bevisode with Mayim’s Mom! Mindfulness, Self Esteem & Psychedelic Experiences

    Bev is back! This week we breakdown our recent episodes with Kunal Nayyar, Ricki Lake & Abby Epstein, Glennon Doyle, and Rick Doblin alongside Mayim’s mother Bev. After contemplating whether or not Kunal was deeply profound or just acting the part of ‘Buddha in Jeans,’ we tackle the idea of ageism in Bev’s critique on […]

  • Wil Wheaton: Trauma, Depression & Self-Discovery

    Wil Wheaton is a well seasoned actor, recognized for his work on The Big Bang Theory, Stand By Me, Star Trek: The Next Generation, and countless other classics. He joins us this week to talk about his lifelong battle with depression and anxiety. Mayim dives into the neuroscience behind depression and explores the importance of […]

  • Sal Khan: Emotional Stress, Standardized Tests, & A New Approach to Education

    Salman “Sal” Khan, acclaimed educator and philanthropist describes his journey through the educational system and his plans to change it for the better. Originally an analyst at a hedge fund, Sal decided to leave his cushioned career in order to focus on his true passion, education. This is when https://www.khanacademy.org/ was born. Mayim and Sal […]

  • Brian Posehn: Gentle Giants, Weed, and Dungeons & Dragons

    Mayim and Brian discuss their life experiences and dissect Brian’s transformation from “nerd” to famous comedian and the impact of being a big man. Brian recounts his time working with Mayim on the Big Bang Theory and his excitement playing Dungeons and Dragons with Mayim and other members of the team! Mayim examines recent scientific […]

  • Elizabeth Bachner: Alternative Medicine, Acupuncture & Adrenal Failure – Doulas Do it Right

    Elizabeth Bachner, acclaimed midwife, acupuncturist and healer, explains how her life was seemingly perfect on paper but simply didn’t feel right. By unraveling this thread, she was guided on a path of personal and spiritual transformation that many will relate to. Elizabeth brings her extensive exploration of Easter healing and Mayim and Elizabeth delve into […]

  • Bevisode with Mayim’s Mom! Anxiety, Sexuality & Mind-Body Connection

    Oh boy, let’s see how this goes. Introducing the first of many to come, the Bevisode… where Mayim and her mother sit down to analyze previous episodes and how the topics within them relate to their shared and individual experience in life. This week Bev dissects a few core topics from some of our earliest […]

  • AJ McLean: Backstreet’s Back! Rehabilitation, Sobriety & Relapse

    Mayim accompanies AJ along his journey from addiction to rehabilitation. Mayim and AJ discuss alcohol and substance use as an ongoing battle between sobriety and relapse. AJ goes into depth on the genesis of the Backstreet Boys and how his bandmates/friends helped him to see he needed help. Mayim and AJ talk about the pressures […]

  • Jaleel White: Did I do That? A Case Study of a Young Star

    Mayim opens up about her days on Blossom, how she started in the industry, and the huge pressures and expectations she faced. Jaleel discusses the path which led him to fame as a teenager and talks about what it was like to have so much power at a young age. Both experienced a sense of […]

  • Sam Harris: Transcend the Illusion of Self

    Mayim explains the benefits and historical role of meditation with her former colleague and UCLA PHD graduate buddy Sam Harris. Sam talks about his journey discovering mindfulness through an altered state as a teenager which led him to a life dedicated to encouraging others to get in touch with their base desires through a meditative […]

  • Sofia Franklyn: Mug Shots, Mormonism & Mayhem

    Mayim brings out the introspective and reflective side of Sofia – one of the podcast world’s biggest stars as they breakdown how she became the fierce, independent, and outspoken woman she is today. This spicy episode brings out Mayim’s inner millennial as she and Sofia cover anxiety, boundaries, and sexual health. Sofia, an outspoken and […]

  • Rick Doblin: Overcome Trauma

    Mayim explains the neurobiology of trauma and reveals her own experience working to overcome a traumatic event. Rick details the ground-breaking research his lab is doing using MDMA to treat PTSD. Rick and Mayim discuss everything from the ancient cultural origins of psychedelics and explore the “unified mystical experience of oneness” that is often brought […]

  • Glennon Doyle: Manage Anxiety, Personal Truth & Transformation

    Mayim gets starstruck and emotional talking with NYT best selling author, Oprah Book club alum, and featured Goop friend Glennon Doyle. Mayim and Glennon bond about the challenges of being publically vulnerable and the emotional toll it takes to share authentically. We discuss blended families, making relationships work, and how to improve communication when both […]

  • Ricki Lake and Abby Epstein: The Truth About the Pill

    Mayim breaks down how the neurochemical basis of women’s hormones and the impacts of the menstrual cycle on their bodies and minds. Mayim also covers how our understanding of women’s health has changed over time, including a brief overview of what Freud got wrong. Activists Ricki Lake and Abby Epstein discuss their most recent project […]

  • Kunal Nayyar: Stay Present & Know Yourself

    Mayim’s reunion with Big Bang Theory co-star explores Kunal’s childhood and path to becoming an actor – including getting punched in the face by Mark Harmon on NCIS. While Kunal is known for his acting, his instagram account Buddha in Jeans shares deep spiritual wisdom which Kunal brings with him to this episode. He discusses […]

  • Cheyenne Jackson: Depression, Identity & Broadway

    Cheyenne Jackson’s journey began as a closeted musical-loving kid in a tiny town in Idaho. He has gone on to star in 7 broadway shows and a mirriade of film and TV projects.  He’s currently co-starring as Mayim’s love interest in their new Fox show Call Me Kat.  In this episode, Cheyenne opens up and […]

  • John Ross Bowie: Angry Young Man Finds Sobriety

    Mayim Breaks down the chemical and environmental aspects of addiction and The Big Bang Theory actor John Ross Bowie shares his story of being an angry young man who turned to alcohol to numb his pain. This touching exploration of John’s journey allows him to share aspects of his sobriety and his struggles as a […]

  • Bill Prady: Origins of Sheldon, Neurodiversity & Sensory Overload

    Bill Prady, co-creator of “The Big Bang Theory,” discusses how he came up with the idea to make a show about socially challenged scientists. What many may not know is that Prady himself is on the autism spectrum. Mayim explains “neuro-a typical’ and sensory overload, Bill opens up about his quirks and challenges and shares […]

  • Iliza Shlesinger: Hurts to Be Awesome

    Mayim breaks down how our overall stress can have real physical impacts and Iliza Shlesinger discusses being a female stand up comedian among men in her profession, how we as a society struggle to communicate, and how her hectic work life caught up with her in the form of debilitating nerve pain. This plus lots […]

  • Leslie Jordan: Gay, Sober & Fabulous

    Mayim explores the neurobiology and neuroanatomical differences between gay and straight men while the beloved comedian Leslie Jordan shares his personal struggles with crystal meth and alcoholism. He discusses growing up gay in the south at a time when no one talked about gay rights and he reflects on starting his first serious relationship in […]

  • Grace Helbig: Comedy from Home Beats Anxiety

    Mayim & Grace Helbig break down anxiety – why we have it and how it impacts many of us.   Grace takes us on a journey through her childhood as a young comedian and why she chose to become a “comedian from home.”  Grace also shares hilarious anecdotes about how she has managed her anxiety, […]

  • Introducing Mayim Bialik's Breakdown

    Armed with a Phd in Neuroscience and plenty of personal experience, Mayim Bialik connects with special guests and breaks down the things that make us break down. Episodes include insightful interviews, personal stories, practical advice, and signs to watch out for. See www.bialikbreakdown.com to ‘Ask Mayim Anything’ and have a chance to get your question […]

  • Cholesterol, SPF and fighting inflammation: Liz's 2025 highlights

    Liz reflects on the conversations that have stayed with her throughout 2025 – and shares her own thoughts on the topics that hit a nerve with listeners. She revisits why we’ve been getting SPF advice wrong, the nuanced truth about cholesterol that goes beyond ‘good’ and ‘bad’, and why your gums might be more important to […]

  • Ep 374: The Blood Work Every Woman Should Ask For In Perimenopause

    If you’ve been told your bloodwork is “normal” but you still feel exhausted, foggy, inflamed, anxious, or stuck in your weight… this episode will be a game changer. In Episode 374 of The Period Whisperer Podcast, we break down the exact blood chemistry markers women in perimenopause should request, why they matter, and what they […]

  • Thursday Thoughts – Enthusiasm

    On today’s Thursday Thoughts, Lucy and I are talking about one of my favourite topics…enthusiasm! Enthusiasm is one of the highest vibration emotions there is; and if we’re not feeling enthusiastic about anything in our life, that’s a sign that something needs to change. But just like joy and gratitude, enthusiasm is something that we […]

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    The Fasting Doctor: 5 Science-Backed Tools to Support Your Brain in Menopause

    Menopause doesn’t just change your body. It changes how you think, how you feel, and how you see yourself. For so many women, that shift shows up as brain fog, exhaustion, lost motivation, or a quiet fear that something is “wrong,” even when nothing is. In this episode, Tamsen is joined by Dr. Mindy Pelz, […]

  • Marlo Thomas Talks Hope, Healing, and St. Jude

    At this time of year, we could think of no better guest to join us than Marlo Thomas. Marlo is an actress, producer, author and perhaps, she is best know as the National Outreach Director for St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital. Founded in 1962 by her Dad, Danny Thomas, St. Jude continues to be on […]

  • Aflevering 55 ~ Kerst zonder gezin: rouw, schuld en groei na de scheiding

    Kerst is het feest van samenzijn, zeggen we. Van warmte, gezelligheid en familie. Maar als je gezin ooit is uiteengevallen – door scheiding, sterfte, conflict of verbroken banden – wordt juist in deze dagen pijnlijk zichtbaar wat er níét meer is. In deze kerstaflevering praat Suzanne Rethans met Eva Tjooitink, eigenaar van Mindgrow Coaching & […]

  • Episode 197 – Reflections, Laughter & Gratitude: Our Christmas Eve Special

    This Christmas Eve, we’re doing something a little different. Instead of our usual expert interview, today I’m bringing you some of our Menopause and Cancer team — the powerhouses of women behind the clinic, workshops, research, retreats, fundraising, and support you receive throughout the year. It’s a warm, honest, hopeful conversation about what it really […]

  • Leaving Her Dream Job for Menopause Advocacy: Tamsen Fadal on HRT & Purpose After 50

    What happens when a news anchor loses her words on live television and discovers it’s not stress, but menopause? Emmy Award-winning journalist Tamsen Fadal joins Dr. Mary Claire Haver to share why she walked away from her dream job in pursuit of changing the conversation around women’s health, the powerful story behind her New York […]

  • Ep. 507: The Holiday Gift That Keeps on Giving – Faith, Joy, and the Strawberry

    I’m sharing my favorite Pema Chodron parable and the truth about why faith and worry are the same thing—but only one gets you what you want. Get the full show notes and information here: https://drdebbutler.com/507  

  • #151: Why do I Keep Doing this with Kati Morton

    Let’s talk about the patterns we know aren’t helping… but keep falling back into anyway. People-pleasing. Perfectionism. Overfunctioning. Ever wondered why you keep doing the things you don’t want to do? This week, I’m joined by the incredible Kati Morton — licensed therapist, bestselling author, and one of the very first mental health professionals to […]

  • Why I Don't Believe Losing Just 1 lb a Week Is The Best Approach For Women In Their 50s

    For years, women in their 50s have been told that losing one pound a week is the “smart” and “sustainable” way to lose weight. I believed that too until I started seeing what actually happens in real life. I explain why slow fat loss often kills momentum, how easy it is to unintentionally erase a […]

  • Ep 373: The HTMA Test Explained — The Mineral Blueprint Your Body Has Been Begging For In Perimenopause

    If you’ve been struggling with low energy, poor sleep, anxiety, brain fog, weight resistance, or feeling exhausted for no reason, this episode is about to blow your mind. In today’s episode of The Period Whisperer Podcast, we’re unpacking the HTMA Test (Hair Tissue Mineral Analysis) — one of the most underutilized but powerful tools for […]

  • Is it safe to stack supplements? – with Liz Earle

    Creatine, collagen, vitamins, greens powders and magnesium – can you really mix them all together, or are you doing more harm than good? Liz tackles your most pressing wellbeing concerns, from supplement stacking to winter SPF myths, essential midlife health scans and HPV.  In this episode: Can you mix supplements together? Red light therapy for […]

  • Take My Advice! Getting Through Christmas With Menopause

    Does Christmas feel overwhelming instead of joyful during menopause? In this festive solo episode, Dr Naomi Potter talks honestly about why Christmas can feel especially hard during perimenopause and menopause. We're breaking down how you can protect your energy, mood, and wellbeing during the most pressured time of year. From navigating family dynamics and emotional […]

  • Countdown of Karen's Top Ten Episodes of 2025

    Karen counts down her top 10 Itchy & Bitchy moments of 2025, from smarter New Year’s resolutions and promising UTI vaccines on the horizon to updated insights on HRT. Visit our website itchyandbitchy.com to read blog posts on the many topics we have covered on the show.

Mayim Bialik's Breakdown

Mayim Bialik’s Breakdown is a quirky, informative, and interactive podcast breaking down the myths and misunderstandings about mental health and emotional well-being. Neuroscientist Mayim Bialik combines her academic background with vast personal experience to provide listeners with valuable practical advice focusing on removing the stigma surrounding mental health and encouraging an understanding of the mind-body […]

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