LifeSpeak

Most of us treat pain as something to eliminate, but what if it's actually trying to protect you? Physiotherapist and MSK health expert Jessie Podolak breaks down the difference between acute and chronic pain, why the brain plays a surprising role in how we feel it, and why walking may be the most underrated medicine we have. A practical, hopeful, and insightful discussion for anyone living with pain.

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For women navigating midlife - and anyone dealing with burnout, overwhelm, or that nagging sense that your brain just isn't firing the way it used to — this episode is for you. Host Marianne Wisenthal sits down with Erin Wong, certified executive function coach and founder of Thriving Minds at Work, to unpack why focus, productivity, and energy can suddenly feel out of reach. Erin breaks down what the invisible mental load is really costing us, why traditional productivity advice so often stops working, and shares her own burnout story along with practical strategies for reducing cognitive overload. If you've ever wondered why everything feels so much harder than it used to, this conversation will help you understand why and what you can do about it.

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In this episode, clinical psychologist and LifeSpeak Advisory Board member Dr. Ashleigh Golden explores how AI is influencing mental health, anxiety, stress and emotional coping in subtle but powerful ways. From reassurance-seeking and perfectionism to emotional avoidance and uncertainty tolerance, we discuss how everyday AI tools may be shaping the way we think, work and manage difficult emotions. Learn how to use AI more intentionally while protecting your mental well-being in an increasingly AI-driven world.

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In this episode, Jason Campana shares his personal experience caring for his mother through dementia and Alzheimer’s. He reflects on the emotional and practical realities of caregiving, the mental health challenges caregivers face, and the lessons this journey has taught him about empathy, resilience, and leadership. This candid conversation highlights the importance of caregiver support, workplace understanding, and the need for more open dialogue about the personal weight of caregiving.

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In this episode of the LifeSpeak Podcast, Marianne Wisenthal talks with Dr. Christopher Willard — clinical psychologist, Harvard Medical School educator, author, and LifeSpeak advisory board member — about the neuroscience of negotiating with kids. From toddler power struggles to teen boundary-setting, they explore how parents can help children regulate emotions, advocate for themselves, and develop the negotiation skills they need to handle conflict, build confidence, and strengthen relationships for life.

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In this episode, Dr. Reena Kotecha talks to LifeSpeak’s VP, Content Marianne Wisenthal about the science of feeling better—without overhauling your life. Together, they explore micro mindfulness, emotional first aid, everyday recovery, and simple, research-backed practices that help you regulate stress, build resilience, and create lasting well-being. If you’re feeling overwhelmed, burnt out, or just ready for small shifts that make a big difference, this conversation offers practical tools you can use right away.

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Metabolic health affects energy levels, weight management, blood sugar, sleep quality, and how we age. In this episode, endocrinologist and LifeSpeak Advisory Board Member Dr. Hao Liu speaks with Marianne Wisenthal about insulin resistance, fatigue, metabolic syndrome, ultra-processed foods, GLP-1 drugs, and practical, science-based strategies to improve metabolic health and long-term wellbeing—without perfection, restriction, or extremes.

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In this LifeSpeak episode, host Marianne Wisenthal speaks with diversity, inclusion, and violence prevention consultant Trevor Mayoh about men’s mental health, toxic masculinity, and the urgent need for psychological safety at work and in society. Sharing his own journey with anxiety, Trevor reveals how rigid gender norms silence boys and men, and stresses the power of vulnerability, empathy, and authentic conversations to create healthier workplaces, families, and communities.

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Geriatric occupational therapist Karen Carney talks to host Marianne Wisenthal about empowering older adults to safely age in place. They explore early intervention, adaptive devices, financial realities, and practical strategies for families navigating cognitive decline, caregiver burnout, and the importance of planning ahead to ensure dignity, connection, and quality of life in later years.

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Host Marianne Wisenthal welcomes psychologist Dr. Christopher Willard to discuss his latest book, College Mental Health 101: A Guide for Students, Parents and Professionals. Together, they explore today's college mental health crisis, the impact of social media and the pandemic, practical resilience-building strategies, and actionable advice for students, parents, and educators navigating these challenges.

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