In this episode of The LifeSpeak Podcast, gerontologist Patricia McCarthy Faust delves into brain aging and health. Discussing insights from her book The Boomer Brain, Patricia shares how lifestyle factors such as exercise, mental stimulation, nutrition, social connection, sleep, and stress management can reverse cognitive decline and prevent dementia. With firsthand experiences and practical advice, she emphasizes neuroplasticity’s power at any age, offering hope and actionable strategies for brain longevity.

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This episode explores how leaders can overcome misalignment, manage competing priorities, and embrace vulnerability. Host Marianne Wisenthal sits down with behavioral scientist Dr. Brooke Struck to discuss collective leadership, conflict resolution through curiosity, and actionable strategies to unlock team potential and navigate organizational challenges. A must-listen for leaders striving for impact and innovation!

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In this episode, health advocate Shirley Weir shares her personal journey through menopause and her mission to educate and empower women. From busting myths and advocating for yourself in the doctor's office to hormone therapy and workplace impacts, Weir offers practical insights to help women navigate midlife with confidence and clarity.

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In this episode, host Marianne Wisenthal interviews Jennifer Snowdon, a trauma-informed Buteyko breathing educator and integrative breathing therapist. They discuss the powerful connection between breath and mental health, how stress and trauma impact breathing patterns, and how retraining breath can improve emotional, mental, and physical well-being. Jennifer also shares practical breathing exercises to help manage stress and offers insights into the benefits of nose breathing for better health.

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Pioneering physician, psychiatrist, and spoken-word poet, Dr. Chika Stacy Oriuwa shares her journey from being the only Black student in her cohort at medical school to becoming a vocal advocate for equity in medicine. Dr. Oriuwa's work helped admit the largest group of Black medical students in Canada, and, in her discussion with LifeSpeak’s Marianne Wisenthal, she reflects on the systemic racism she faced, her role in changing the narrative, and her personal and professional growth.

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In this podcast episode, LifeSpeak Inc.'s Vice President of Content, Marianne Wisenthal interviews Michele Rosner, a dedicated advocate for parents of children with disabilities. Michele shares her journey as the mother of Julia, a young adult with complex medical needs. She discusses the challenges and profound joys of caregiving, emphasizing how her family shifted from a mindset of "it's not fair" to finding joy despite ongoing struggles. Michele's insights cover the evolution of her family's dynamics, her strategies for balancing caregiving with personal growth, and the importance of community and advocacy. Tune in for a heartfelt conversation about resilience, empowerment, and embracing a different kind of special.

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Host Marianne Wisenthal and Psychologist Dr. Terri-Lynn MacKay discuss GLP-1 weight-loss drugs and their unexpected impact on mental wellness. They explore how the drugs influence our food consumption, addiction behaviors, and body image, and address side effects and potential long-term impacts. This episode also touches on societal implications, such as the food industry's role in obesity and challenges faced by those with eating disorders. Tune in for an insightful conversation that navigates the complex interplay between weight-loss medications and mental wellbeing.

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Nurses are absolutely essential to patient outcomes, but what they do (and why they do it) is often quite misunderstood. Nurses, authors, and co-hosts of The Gritty Nurse Podcast, Amie Archibald-Varley and Sara Fung share how they are working to change the perception of nursing, what really happens on nightshifts, and why their passion for the profession keeps them going.

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Author and mental health advocate Leanne Toshiko Simpson talks about her personal experience as a psychiatric survivor, what it's like living with bipolar disorder, and why she decided to write a romantic comedy about mental illness. 

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Dr. Terri-Lynn Mackay discusses how psychedelic-assisted therapy is being used to treat mental health and substance use issues. She explains what the science is telling us about its effectiveness, and why anyone considering this form of treatment should work with an experienced professional.

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