Tell Me More with Kelly Corrigan

Wendy Suzuki Promo Clip

Dr. Wendy Suzuki explains the importance and relevance of developing the hippocampus. This is the part of the brain responsible for forming and retaining long-term memories, which is not only important for our personal histories but also for preventing such degenerative diseases as Alzheimer’s and dementia.

Wendy Suzuki Promo Clip

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  • God, Science and Well-Being: asset-mezzanine-16x9

    God, Science and Well-Being

    S7 E9 - 26m 5s

    Dr. Alexis Abernethy studies spirituality by way of rigorous science. In this episode, she shares her surprising findings with Kelly, palliative care physician BJ Miller and comedian W. Kamau Bell. How do you measure spiritual transcendence? Who is more at peace at the end of life, the atheist or the devout believer? What is the value of organized religion?

  • Food, Mood and Apple Fritters: asset-mezzanine-16x9

    Food, Mood and Apple Fritters

    S7 E8 - 26m 5s

    The healthiest diet for well-being has been hotly contested among scientists and the public for years. Kelly digs into the nuance of this topic with Dr. Bret Scher, an expert on mental health and metabolism. Joining her to share what they see when it comes to food and mood are Dr. Michael Lenoir and educator Cava Menzies.

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    Movement: The Ulitmate Neurochemical Bubble Bath

    S7 E7 - 26m 5s

    Kelly joins Dr. Wendy Suzuki in an animated conversation about the importance of movement in our physical, mental and emotional well-being. This roundtable also features Manoush Zomorodi, journalist and host of NPR’s Ted Radio Hour, and poet and artist Mahogany L. Browne, both of whom share how they incorporate movement into their lives and work.

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