In Today’s Episode: Does Brain Stimulation Really Work?

Join us as we talk with Nathalie Gouailhardou, founder of Neurode and neurotechnology innovator, who shares her insights on how non-invasive brain stimulation and measurement may transform focus, ADHD management, and the future of mental performance.

Key Takeaways from Today’s Episode:

-How Nathalie turned her ADHD diagnosis and neuroscience background into building Neurode, a brain stimulation headband.

-The science behind brain measurement, stimulation, and why the prefrontal cortex is central to focus and executive function.

-What makes Neurode different from other neurotech devices, and why clinical research matters.

Questions We Answer in This Episode:

-Can brain stimulation devices actually improve focus and ADHD symptoms?

-How is Neurode different from other neurotechnology tools like Mendi?

-What does the future of neurotechnology mean for focus, mental health, and human potential?

(0:00) Introduction to Nathalie Gouailhardou and Neurode

(1:09) Nathalie's background, early life with ADHD, and academic journey

(7:11) Founding Neurode and differences in education systems

(9:56) Transition from PhD to industry and reflections

(15:30) Managing ADHD and leveraging creativity in problem-solving

(19:51) Introduction to Neurode and its unique functionalities

(22:01) Neurode's beta program and target users

(24:14) Differentiating Neurode from other neurotech products

(27:23) Scientific claims, research, and focus on ADHD

(35:31) Addressing scientific claims and technology effectiveness

(40:23) fNIRS versus EEG for brain monitoring and targeted stimulation

(48:09) Duration and types of work benefiting from Neurode

(51:32) Evidence and research process for Neurode's effectiveness

(59:07) Potential side effects and validity of studies

(1:02:34) User feedback, results, and skeptical buyer section

(1:05:02) Money-back guarantee and contraindications

(1:06:06) Science communication, reputation, and integrity

(1:11:20) Challenges of building a startup and the future of Neurode

(1:14:24) Expansion into other cognitive areas and dream collaborations

(1:20:36) Lightning round: Future of neurotech and personal interests

(1:23:01) Benefits to humanity from Natalie's work

(1:24:17) Question for the next guest and unexpected lessons learned

(1:27:42) Closing remarks, host reflections, and final thoughts on Neurode