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Fasting and Furious [Lonely Brain vs. Hungry Brain]
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THE BRAIN IS HUNGRY FOR PEOPLE. Keeping in mind new experiences of isolation during the pandemic, recent research shows parallels between a socially-deprived brain craving people and a fasted brain craving food.
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Bologna Hammer [Spinal Reflexes]
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Here’s more involuntary neuroscience: spinal reflexes. They’re so involuntary, your brain doesn’t even know they happened.
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Involuntary Gravy [Synesthesia]
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The letter A is always red to some people. To others, the sound of a car horn might always smell like pie. Libby and Ruka sensually explore the rare but real condition of synesthesia.
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Tay Zonday Bit My Finger [Déjà Vu]
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Does it feel like you’ve heard this before? An episode on déjà vu. An episode on déjà vu.
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The Full Pamph [Action Potentials]
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Returning to the land of electrophysiology, Lord Nathan and Lady Kristen focus this time on action potentials, which neurons use to send electrical signals long distances in the body. God save the Baked Bean!
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My Friend Spikey [Phineas Gage]
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In 1848, Phineas Gage survived an unfortunate railroad accident that later informed science and medicine’s understanding of how the prefrontal cortex works. Supporting character: Spikey the tamping iron
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Happy Trails [Seasonal Affective Disorder]
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It’s Headshake’s anniversary, and the finale of the Gap Junction Almanac. We hope you’ve had the “Time of Your Life,” and we’ll still be “Friends Forever.” Let’s cheer ourselves up with a discussion of seasonal affective disorder (SAD).
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Paula Abducens [Nerves]
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“Nerves?” This is a neuroscience podcast. Haven’t we been talking about nerves the whole time??? Nope! Learn why.
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The Poopisode [Brain and Gut]
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There are two kilograms (4.4 pounds) of microbes in your gut. Are these little residents controlling your brain? If so, how? Poop Detectives Libby and Ruka are on the case.
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Ear Hair [Audition, Part 2]
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Hair cells in your inner ear and piano keys in your brain. This is our second episode on the sense of hearing. Libby and Ruka wrap up the year with thicker-than-usual Wisconsin accents. Happy birthday to Libby, and Happy New Year!
info_outlineIt’s Headshake’s anniversary, and the finale of the Gap Junction Almanac. We hope you’ve had the “Time of Your Life,” and we’ll still be “Friends Forever.” Let’s cheer ourselves up with a discussion of seasonal affective disorder (SAD).
Key Words
bipolar ii, circadian rhythm, cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), depression, heritable, light box, light therapy, lux, major depression, melatonin, norepinephrine-dopamine reuptake inhibitor (NDRI), psychotherapy, seasonal affective disorder (SAD), selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor (SSRI), serotonin, summer pattern, vitamin D, winter pattern
Old West Word of the Day (Gap Junction Almanac)
Anglomaniacs
Lots of old west insults - Listen to the episode for a season finale’s worth of insults
References and Resources
- NIMH » Seasonal Affective Disorder (nih.gov), National Institute of Mental Health
- Seasonal affective disorder (SAD) - Symptoms and causes, Mayo Clinic
- Are You Affected By Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)?, Psychology Today
- ClimaTemps
- Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders (DSM-5)
Season 1 Spotify Playlist!
Connect with us!
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Music
Bushwick Tarantella by Kevin MacLeod is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution license (https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/)
Source: http://incompetech.com/music/royalty-free/index.html?isrc=USUAN1300002
Artist: http://incompetech.com/
Modified from original with volume fading and cuts
Disclaimer
This podcast is for entertainment and education only. Neither of the hosts is a medical doctor, and nothing they say is medical advice. Please consult with your medical provider before making decisions about your health.