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  Support, resilience, and caregiving with Emma Heming Willis: Part One 17.09.2026 40мин

  On this week's episode of the Brain Health Podcast, co-host Dr. Daniel Correa is joined by Emma Heming Willis, co-founder of Make Time Wellness and New York Times bestselling author. Following her husband Bruce Willis's diagnosis of frontotemporal dementia (FTD), Emma has become a leading advocate for caregivers worldwide. She shares her family's journey and her passion for helping caregivers find support while prioritizing their own well-being. Dr. Correa is also joined by Dr. Chiadi Onyike, a psychiatrist, dementia specialist, and professor at Johns Hopkins University who specializes in neurodegenerative diseases, including frontotemporal degeneration. Dr. Onyike explains FTD and the impact it has on individuals and families living with the condition. Tune in next week for part two, when Emma discusses why caregiver self-care is so important and shares practical ways caregivers can care for themselves while supporting loved ones.   Additional Resources Emma Heming Willis Why taking care of yourself is one of the most important things caregivers can do Frontotemporal dementia can unlock creativity in some people Wendy Williams' diagnosis of frontotemporal dementia and aphasia explained   We want to hear from you! Have a question or want to hear a topic featured on the Brain & Life Podcast? Record a voicemail at 612-928-6206 Email us at [email protected]   Social Media Guests: Emma Heming Willis @emmahemingwillis Hosts: Dr. Daniel Correa @neurodrcorrea; Dr. Katy Peters @KatyPetersMDPhD
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  From the football field to epilepsy advocacy with CJ Daniels 10.09.2026 44мин

  On this week's episode of the Brain Health Podcast, host Dr. Daniel Correa is joined by CJ Daniels, professional football wide receiver for the Los Angeles Rams and epilepsy advocate. CJ shares his experience growing up with his mother's epilepsy diagnosis and his work with Angels of Epilepsy, a nonprofit dedicated to seizure education, reducing stigma, and supporting people living with epilepsy and their families.   Dr. Correa is then joined by Dr. David Spencer, professor of neurology at Oregon Health & Science University, deputy editor of BrainHealth.com, and editor of the newly renamed Brain Health Books series. Dr. Spencer explains drug-resistant epilepsy and discusses why advocacy efforts like CJ's are so important to the epilepsy community.   Additional Resources Seizure First Aid Resources Epilepsy Foundation Team Cure Epilepsy Navigating epilepsy: Driving safety and independence with Dr. Proleta Datta   We want to hear from you! Have a question or want to hear a topic featured on the Brain & Life Podcast? ·       Record a voicemail at 612-928-6206 ·       Email us at [email protected]   Social Media Hosts: Dr. Daniel Correa @neurodrcorrea; Dr. Katy Peters @KatyPetersMDPhD
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  Brain health for the whole family: Answering your questions 03.09.2026 48мин

  On this week's episode of the Brain Health Podcast, co-hosts Dr. Daniel Correa and Dr. Katy Peters answer your questions about brain health from adolescence to adulthood. They're joined by Dr. Benham Sabayan, a vascular and preventive neurologist, neuroepidemiologist, and associate professor of neurology at the University of Minnesota.   Additional Resources 12 ways to build a healthy brain Try these habits for a healthy brain on World Brain Day—and every day People living in their nineties share tips for longevity and living well Answering your questions for World Brain Day   We want to hear from you! Have a question or want to hear a topic featured on the Brain Health Podcast? ·       Record a voicemail at 612-928-6206 ·       Email us at [email protected]   Social Media Hosts: Dr. Daniel Correa @neurodrcorrea; Dr. Katy Peters @KatyPetersMDPhD
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  Navigating MS in the public eye with CNN's John King 27.08.2026 57мин

  In this episode of the Brain Health Podcast, co-host Dr. Katy Peters is joined by CNN's award-winning chief national correspondent, John King. John shares what it's been like to build a demanding career while living with multiple sclerosis (MS), and why community, support, and self-care have been essential to his journey. Later, Dr. Peters speaks with Dr. Robert Shin, professor of neurology and director of the Multiple Sclerosis and Clinical Neuroimmunology Division at UVA Health. Dr. Shin discusses the latest advances in MS treatment and research, addresses persistent health disparities, and explains how MS can affect men differently.   Brain Health Podcast Episodes on Similar Topics Continuing the Race to Erase MS with Nancy Davis Exploring Nutrition, Lifestyle, and Pediatric Multiple Sclerosis with Dr. Emmanuelle Waubant Voices from the Multiple Sclerosis Community   We want to hear from you! Have a question or want to hear a topic featured on the Brain Health Podcast? ·       Record a voicemail at 612-928-6206 ·       Email us at [email protected]   Social Media Guests: John King @johnkingcnn; Dr. Shin @uvahealth Hosts: Dr. Daniel Correa @neurodrcorrea; Dr. Katy Peters @KatyPetersMDPhD
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  Author Mark Haddon on Living and Writing with Brain Fog 20.08.2026 1ч 10мин

  In this episode of the Brain & Life podcast host Dr. Daniel Correa is joined by author Mark Haddon. Mark shares about the cognitive changes he experienced after bypass surgery and long COVID. He shares how brain fog affected his daily life and creative work, and reflects on resilience, recovery, and adapting to a new normal. Dr. Correa is then joined by Dr. Jacqueline Becker, a clinical neuropsychologist and health services researcher at the Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai. Together, they discuss why cognitive changes can occur after surgery and long COVID, and explore strategies that may help people manage these challenges.   Additional Resources What Is Brain Fog? How to Know If You Have Long COVID Leaving Home: A Memoir in Full Color   Brain & Life Podcast Episodes on Similar Topics Movement and Healing with Adventure Athlete, Author, and Activist Rebecca RuschA Walk in the "Parkinson's" with Author Annmarie O'Connor   We want to hear from you! Have a question or want to hear a topic featured on the Brain & Life Podcast? ·       Record a voicemail at 612-928-6206 ·       Email us at [email protected]   Social Media Guests: Mark Haddon @mark__haddon Hosts: Dr. Daniel Correa @neurodrcorrea; Dr. Katy Peters @KatyPetersMDPhD
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  Lauren Weedman on Bell's Palsy, Identity, and Learning to Smile Again 13.08.2026 48мин

  In this episode of the Brain & Life Podcast, co-host Dr. Daniel Correa is joined by actress, comedian, playwright, and storyteller Lauren Weedman. Lauren discusses her diagnosis of Bell's palsy after developing a sudden facial paralysis while filming in 2024 and how it changed her outlooks on work, motherhood, and mental health. Dr. Correa is then joined by Dr. Gary Gronseth, Professor and Chair of Neurology at the University of Kansas School of Medicine. Dr. Gronseth explains what Bell's palsy is, why it happens, what recovery typically looks like, and why some people—like Lauren Weedman—continue to experience lasting symptoms long after the initial diagnosis.   Additional Resources "This Is a Good Face": Lauren Weedman on Life After Bell's Palsy Bouncing Back from Bell's Palsy What Doctors Know About Bell's Palsy   Brain & Life Podcast Episodes on Similar Topics Playwright Sarah Ruhl Finds Inspiration in her Bell's Palsy Journey   We want to hear from you! Have a question or want to hear a topic featured on the Brain & Life Podcast? ·       Record a voicemail at 612-928-6206 ·       Email us at [email protected]   Social Media Guests: Lauren Weedman @lauren_weedman Hosts: Dr. Daniel Correa @neurodrcorrea; Dr. Katy Peters @KatyPetersMDPhD
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  Bill Nye the Science Guy Takes on Ataxia Advocacy: Part Two 06.08.2026 30мин

  In this episode of the Brain & Life Podcast, co-host Dr. Katy Peters is joined by the one and only Bill Nye, an American science educator, mechanical engineer, television presenter, and author best known for hosting the Emmy Award–winning series Bill Nye the Science Guy. Bill discusses his family's experience with a rare inherited ataxia and dives into his work with the National Ataxia Foundation to advocate for research on another form of the disease, Friedreich ataxia. Dr. Peters is then joined by Dr. Stephan Züchner, a neurologist and geneticist who identified the genetic mutation responsible for the ataxia in Bill Nye's family.   Additional Resources Bill Nye: The Ataxia Advocate Guy What is Friedreich ataxia? Theater Is Therapy for Patients with Ataxia   Brain & Life Podcast Episodes on Similar Topics Paralympic Athlete Helen Kearney on Living Her Dreams with Friedreich's Ataxia   We want to hear from you! Have a question or want to hear a topic featured on the Brain & Life Podcast? ·       Record a voicemail at 612-928-6206 ·       Email us at [email protected]   Social Media Guests: Bill Nye @billnye
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  Bill Nye the Science Guy Takes on Ataxia Advocacy: Part One 30.07.2026 38мин

  In this episode of the Brain & Life Podcast, co-host Dr. Katy Peters is joined by the one and only Bill Nye, an American science educator, mechanical engineer, television presenter, and author best known for hosting the Emmy Award–winning series Bill Nye the Science Guy. Bill discusses his family's experience with a rare inherited ataxia and explains why he is partnering with the National Ataxia Foundation to advocate for research on another form of the disease, Friedreich ataxia. Dr. Peters is then joined by Dr. Stephan Züchner, a neurologist and geneticist who identified the genetic mutation responsible for the ataxia in Bill Nye's family. Stay tuned for part two of this conversation next week.   Additional Resources Bill Nye: The Ataxia Advocate Guy What is Friedreich ataxia? Theater Is Therapy for Patients with Ataxia   Brain & Life Podcast Episodes on Similar Topics Paralympic Athlete Helen Kearney on Living Her Dreams with Friedreich's Ataxia   We want to hear from you! Have a question or want to hear a topic featured on the Brain & Life Podcast? ·       Record a voicemail at 612-928-6206 ·       Email us at [email protected]   Social Media Guests: Bill Nye @billnye Hosts: Dr. Daniel Correa @neurodrcorrea; Dr. Katy Peters @KatyPetersMDPhD
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  Celebrating World Brain Day with Brain Health Tips and Listener Questions 23.07.2026 34мин

  On this week's episode of the Brain & Life Podcast, co-hosts Dr. Daniel Correa and Dr. Katy Peters celebrate World Brain Day by sharing practical ways to support brain health, from puzzles and meditation to exercise and community. They also answer listener questions about rural access to neurologic care, support groups, and brain health through the lens of recent Brain & Life articles on epilepsy, menopause, and memory.   Additional Resources People with Epilepsy in Rural Areas Face Greater Health Risks, Study Finds Study Suggests Certain Hormone Therapies May Support Memory After Menopause Teen Whose Father Has Parkinson's Disease Created a Community for Herself and Others_   We want to hear from you! Have a question or want to hear a topic featured on the Brain & Life Podcast? ·       Record a voicemail at 612-928-6206 ·       Email us at [email protected]   Social Media Hosts: Dr. Daniel Correa @neurodrcorrea; Dr. Katy Peters @KatyPetersMDPhD
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  Making Brain Health a Family Affair with Genein and Shawn Letford 16.07.2026 50мин

  In this week's episode of the Brain & Life Podcast, Drs. Daniel Correa and Katy Peters are joined by mother-son duo Genein and Shawn Letford. Genein, the founder of Brainolicious, a nonprofit dedicated to promoting brain health in a way that's fun, accessible, and lifelong, reveals how integrating arts and early childhood education can build resilience, prevent dementia, and even shape future leaders. Her 8-year-old son Shawn then shows us how kids can become brain advocates—speak before city councils, petition for World Brain Day, and spread awareness with confidence.   Additional Resources Brainolicious Steps to Building a Stronger Brain: Brain Health After Brain Injury Webinar Why Bike Helmets Are Essential for Kids Become a Brain Health Advocate   Brain & Life Podcast Episodes on Similar Topics Neurology Advocacy Out Loud: Live from the AAN's Annual Meeting Embracing Inclusion and Empowerment with Isabelle and Eliza Woloson   We want to hear from you! Have a question or want to hear a topic featured on the Brain & Life Podcast? ·       Record a voicemail at 612-928-6206 ·       Email us at [email protected]   Social Media Guests: Genein Letford @brainoliciousadventures Hosts: Dr. Daniel Correa @neurodrcorrea; Dr. Katy Peters @KatyPetersMDPhD
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  How Hollywood Shapes Society's Expectations of Disabled People with Kristen Lopez 09.07.2026 45мин

  In this week's episode of the Brain & Life Podcast, host Dr. Daniel Correa is joined by award-winning film critic, journalist, and author Kristen Lopez. They discuss how movies shape public understanding of disability, identity, and belonging, and why storytelling can both reinforce harmful stereotypes and open the door to more honest representation. Kristen shares insights from her book, Popcorn Disabilities, including the power of media to influence how disabled people are seen and how they see themselves and the importance of authentic casting.   Additional Resources Kristen Lopez The Keys to Overcoming the Stigma of a Disability How Cosmetic Brands Are Creating More Accessible Makeup   Brain & Life Podcast Episodes on Similar Topics Acute Flaccid Myelitis and Disability Advocacy with Sarah Todd Hammer How Paula Carozzo is Redefining Disability and Advocating for Her Community Unseen: Molly Burke's Retinitis Pigmentosa Journey   We want to hear from you! Have a question or want to hear a topic featured on the Brain & Life Podcast? ·       Record a voicemail at 612-928-6206 ·       Email us at [email protected]   Social Media Guests: Kristen Lopez @kristenlopez88 Hosts: Dr. Daniel Correa @neurodrcorrea; Dr. Katy Peters @KatyPetersMDPhD
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  Exploring the Strangeness and Wonder of Brains with Dr. Pria Anand 02.07.2026 47мин

  In this week's episode of the Brain & Life Podcast, co-hosts Drs. Daniel Correa and Katy Peters are joined by author, educator, and neurologist Dr. Pria Anand. Together, they discuss the wonder and complexity of the human brain, and how storytelling, culture, and curiosity shape our understanding of neurologic illness and identity. Pria shares insights from her book, The Mind Electric, including the role of narrative in medicine, the resilience of memory, and why humility matters in neurologic care. They also explore the future of neurology, the importance of sleep and self-care, and how science and the humanities can work together to improve patient care.   Additional Resources The Mind Electric: A Neurologist on the Strangeness and Wonder of Our Brains How are Mental Health and Brain Health Connected? Healing Words: Writing About Her Traumatic Brain Injury Helps the Author Make Sense of Her Recovery   Brain & Life Podcast Episodes on Similar Topics Exploring the Science of Everyday Wonder with Dacher Keltner The Secrets of Synesthesia with Dr. Joel Salinas Memory and Your Brain, Explained   We want to hear from you! Have a question or want to hear a topic featured on the Brain & Life Podcast? ·       Record a voicemail at 612-928-6206 ·       Email us at [email protected]   Social Media Guests: Dr. Pria Anand @bmcneurology Hosts: Dr. Daniel Correa @neurodrcorrea; Dr. Katy Peters @KatyPetersMDPhD
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  Continuing the Race to Erase MS with Nancy Davis 25.06.2026 1ч 2мин

  In this episode of the Brain & Life Podcast, co-host Dr. Daniel Correa is once again joined by Nancy Davis, founder of Race to Erase MS. Nancy discusses bringing leading scientists together through the Center Without Walls to collaborate rather than compete, and the "invisible" symptoms of MS, including depression, mood changes, fatigue, and other issues that can be hard to say out loud. Dr. Correa is then joined by Dr. Adam Kaplin, a physician-scientist whose work sits at the intersection of psychiatry, neurology, neuroimmunology, and the lived experiences of the community with multiple sclerosis. Dr. Kaplin explains more about these invisible symptoms, especially depression, and how treating them can make a difference.   Additional Resources Race to Erase MS - Funding Multiple Sclerosis Research Why it's Important to Recognize Signs of Depression in People with Neurologic Disorders Become a Brain Health Advocate How Couples Navigate Multiple Sclerosis   Brain & Life Podcast Episodes on Similar Topics Nancy Davis' Race to Erase Multiple Sclerosis Exploring Nutrition, Lifestyle, and Pediatric Multiple Sclerosis with Dr. Emmanuelle Waubant Voices from the Multiple Sclerosis Community   We want to hear from you! Have a question or want to hear a topic featured on the Brain & Life Podcast? ·       Record a voicemail at 612-928-6206 ·       Email us at [email protected]   Social Media Guests: Nancy Davis @nancypeaceandlove Hosts: Dr. Daniel Correa @neurodrcorrea; Dr. Katy Peters @KatyPetersMDPhD
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  Delving Into Dad Brain with Dr. Darby Saxbe 18.06.2026 30мин

  On this week's episode of the Brain & Life Podcast, co-host Dr. Katy Peters is joined by Dr. Darby Saxbe, a clinical psychologist and professor of psychology at the University of Southern California who is known for her research on the neurobiological underpinnings of the transition to parenthood. She is also the author of the book, Dad Brain: The New Science of Fatherhood and How it Shapes Men's Lives. Tune in as they discuss exactly what "Dad Brain" is and how quality relationships affect the brain.   Additional Resources Darby Saxbe's Website Understand Neurological Risks and How to Protect Your Brain During and After Pregnancy When Being Tired Isn't Normal: Understanding Extreme Sleepiness and Sleep Disorders   Related Episodes of Brain & Life Podcast Jessie Owen on Advocacy, Awareness, and Parenting Parenting and Writing While Disabled with Jessica Slice   We want to hear from you! Have a question or want to hear a topic featured on the Brain & Life Podcast? ·       Record a voicemail at 612-928-6206 ·       Email us at [email protected]   Social Media Guests: Darby Saxbe @darbysaxbephd Hosts: Dr. Daniel Correa @neurodrcorrea; Dr. Katy Peters @KatyPetersMDPhD
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  Neurology Advocacy Out Loud: Live from the AAN's Annual Meeting 11.06.2026 1ч 5мин

  This episode of the Brain & Life Podcast was recorded live at the American Academy of Neurology's Annual Meeting. Co-hosts Dr. Daniel Correa and Dr. Katy Peters were joined by Jen Pollack from Alzheimer's Association, Rich Brennan from ALS Association, and Julienne Verdi from Alliance for Headache Disorders Advocacy to discuss how advocacy and sharing stories makes a difference. Tune in to hear these field experts share the positive effects of collaboration and advocacy!   Additional Resources Become a Brain Health Advocate The Why Behind Your Weakness- ALS Association ASAP Act- Alzheimer's Association HEADACHE Act- Alliance for Headache Disorders Advocacy   We want to hear from you! Have a question or want to hear a topic featured on the Brain & Life Podcast? ·       Record a voicemail at 612-928-6206 ·       Email us at [email protected]   Social Media Guests: ALS Association @als; Alzheimer's Association @alzassociation; Alliance for Headache Disorders Advocacy @allianceforheadacheadvocacy Hosts: Dr. Daniel Correa @neurodrcorrea; Dr. Katy Peters @KatyPetersMDPhD
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  It's All in Your Head with Author and Advocate Sabina Nordqvist 04.06.2026 51мин

  In this episode of the Brain & Life Podcast, co-host Dr. Katy Peters is joined by novelist and disability advocate Sabina Nordqvist. Sabina discusses her personal 12-year battle with idiopathic intracranial hypertension (IIH), POTS, and Ehlers-Danlos syndrome. She shares the profound impact of misdiagnosis, the importance of self-advocacy, and how her experiences in support groups led her to write a novel called It's All in Your Head that puts disabled characters front and center. Dr. Peters is then joined by Dr. Jeremy Cutsforth-Gregory, an Assistant Professor of Neurology at Mayo Clinic in Rochester, Minnesota, working in the Division of Neurologic Education. Dr. Cutsforth-Gregory explains cerebrospinal fluid and IIH, highlighting the treatments that are available and where research is going next.   Additional Resources Sabina Nordqvist- It's All in Your Head Understanding the Mysteries of POTS and Other Autonomic Disorders A Swimmer Returns to the Pool After Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome Diagnosis   Brain & Life Podcast Episodes on Similar Topics Parenting and Writing While Disabled with Jessica Slice Outdoors Woman Crystal Gail Welcome on Nature and Chronic Pain Author Samantha Lee Schmall on Life Beyond the Shunt   We want to hear from you! Have a question or want to hear a topic featured on the Brain & Life Podcast? ·       Record a voicemail at 612-928-6206 ·       Email us at [email protected]   Social Media Guests: Sabina Nordqvist @nordqvistbooks; Dr. Cutsforth-Gregory @mayoclinic Hosts: Dr. Daniel Correa @neurodrcorrea; Dr. Katy Peters @KatyPetersMDPhD
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  Embracing Inclusion and Empowerment with Isabelle and Eliza Woloson 28.05.2026 44мин

  In this episode of the Brain & Life Podcast, co-host Dr. Daniel Correa is joined by Isabelle Woloson and her mother, Eliza to talk about Izzy's work to promote inclusion, challenge stereotypes, and embrace individuality as a young woman with Down syndrome. Together, they share practical insights on self-advocacy, community acceptance, and creating meaningful opportunities. They also discuss practical approaches to community acceptance, self-advocacy, and the evolving landscape of support and opportunities. Dr. Correa is then joined by Dr. Seth Keller, a nationally recognized leader in developmental neurology, for a conversation about supporting meaningful and fulfilling transitions into adulthood.   Additional Resources My Friend Isabelle- Book 8 Questions to Ask Your Doctor When Moving Out of Pediatric Care How Parents Advocate for Their Children with Rare Diseases   Brain & Life Podcast Episodes on Similar Topics Exploring Nutrition, Lifestyle, and Pediatric Multiple Sclerosis with Dr. Emmanuelle Waubant Author Samantha Lee Schmall on Life Beyond the Shunt Raising Awareness for a Rare Cancer with Love4Lucas President Hide Harashima   We want to hear from you! Have a question or want to hear a topic featured on the Brain & Life Podcast? ·       Record a voicemail at 612-928-6206 ·       Email us at [email protected]   Social Media Guests: Izzy Woloson @askIZZE; Eliza Woloson @elizawoloson Hosts: Dr. Daniel Correa @neurodrcorrea; Dr. Katy Peters @KatyPetersMDPhD
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  Musician Amy Grant on Memory Loss, Healing, and Music 21.05.2026 1ч 2мин

  In this episode of the Brain & Life podcast co-host Dr. Daniel Correa is joined by musician Amy Grant. Amy discusses her inspiring journey of recovery following a traumatic brain injury (TBI) in 2022. She shares her personal stories of resilience, the symptoms she felt and how she dealt with them, and how music continues to be a source of connection and healing. Dr. Correa is then joined by Dr. Shae Datta, co-director of the NYU Langone Concussion Center. Dr. Datta shares expert knowledge on concussion and TBI management, recovery, and innovative therapies, highlighting how personalized care can make a difference in prognosis.   Additional Resources Amy Grant After a Traumatic Brain Injury, Work Challenges May Last Longer Than Expected Surviving and Thriving After a Traumatic Brain Injury   Brain & Life Podcast Episodes on Similar Topics Veteran Lindsay Gutierrez is Reaching New Heights with Traumatic Brain Injury U.S. Soccer Legend Briana Scurry on Concussion and Mental Health   We want to hear from you! Have a question or want to hear a topic featured on the Brain & Life Podcast? ·       Record a voicemail at 612-928-6206 ·       Email us at [email protected]   Social Media Guests: Amy Grant @amygrantofficial; Dr. Datta @nyulangone Hosts: Dr. Daniel Correa @neurodrcorrea; Dr. Katy Peters @KatyPetersMDPhD
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  Talking Parkinson's Symptoms and Brain Health with Actor Ryan Reynolds 13.05.2026 33мин

  On this week's episode of the Brain & Life Podcast, co-host Dr. Katy Peters sits down with actor Ryan Reynolds, who opens up about his father's Parkinson's-related hallucinations—an often overlooked but common symptom for many people living with the disease. Ryan also reflects on the care-partner experience and shares the steps he's taking to support his own brain health. Later, Dr. Peters is joined by Dr. Jori Fleisher, a movement disorders neurologist and associate professor at Rush University Medical Center in Chicago, who explains why hallucinations and other non-motor symptoms can occur in Parkinson's disease and what patients and care partners should know.   Additional Resources More to Parkinson's What Is Parkinson's Disease?   Related Episodes of Brain & Life Podcast Ed Begley Jr. on Utilizing a Healthy Lifestyle to Thrive with Parkinson's Disease Comedy and Courage: Comedian Richard Lewis on Living with Parkinson's Disease Seen and Heard: Allie Signorelli's Young-Onset Parkinson's Story, Part One   We want to hear from you! Have a question or want to hear a topic featured on the Brain & Life Podcast? ·       Record a voicemail at 612-928-6206 ·       Email us at [email protected]   Social Media Guests: Ryan Reynolds @vancityreynolds; Dr. Fleisher @rushmedical Hosts: Dr. Daniel Correa @neurodrcorrea; Dr. Katy Peters @KatyPetersMDPhD
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  Author Samantha Lee Schmall on Life Beyond the Shunt 07.05.2026 37мин

  On this week's episode of the Brain & Life Podcast, co-host Dr. Katy Peters talks with Samantha Lee Schmall, author of Beyond the Shunt, about her personal journey with hydrocephalus. Samantha reflects on growing up with the condition, what inspired her to share her story, and how she's found connection and support within the hydrocephalus community. Dr. Peters is also joined by Dr. Kristopher Kahle, Director of Pediatric Neurosurgery at Massachusetts General Hospital and the Harvard Center for Hydrocephalus and Neurodevelopmental Disorders, who explains what causes hydrocephalus, common symptoms, and current treatment options, including shunts.   Additional Resources Samantha Lee Schmall- Beyond the Shunt Understanding Hydrocephalus: Symptoms, Diagnosis, and Treatment Options Average Joe- Speak Up   Related Episodes of Brain & Life Podcast Author Tanita Allen on Existing with Huntington's Disease A Walk in the "Parkinson's" with Author Annmarie O'Connor Movement and Healing with Adventure Athlete, Author, and Activist Rebecca Rusch   We want to hear from you! Have a question or want to hear a topic featured on the Brain & Life Podcast? ·       Record a voicemail at 612-928-6206 ·       Email us at [email protected]   Social Media Guests: Samantha Lee Schmall @beyondtheshunt; Dr. Kahle @mgbneurosurgery Hosts: Dr. Daniel Correa @neurodrcorrea; Dr. Katy Peters @KatyPetersMDPhD