Podcast Episodes

Are monkeys smarter, dumber, or just like us?

Season 1 Episode 16

In this episode of Brain Explorers, we explore whether monkeys are as smart as humans. Monkeys are incredibly clever in their own way—they use tools, learn from each other, communicate with sounds an…

Published on 8 months, 4 weeks ago

Does the brain feel pain?

Season 1 Episode 15

In this episode of Brain Explorers, we dive into the fascinating question: Can the brain feel pain? Pain is our body’s warning system, but surprisingly, the brain itself doesn’t feel pain because it …

Published on 9 months ago

An interview with Jean Muller, pianist and piano teacher

Season 1 Episode 14

In this episode of Brain Explorers, I'm interviewing my piano teacher, Mr. Jean Muller, to delve into the powerful connections between music and the brain. Mr. Muller, an experienced pianist and teac…

Published on 9 months, 4 weeks ago

What happens to our brain when we die

Season 1 Episode 13

Hey there, Brain Explorers! In this episode, we’re exploring what happens to the brain when it stops working. Imagine your brain like a superhero in charge of everything you do—thinking, moving, and …

Published on 10 months, 1 week ago

Why our brain sometimes doesn't understand things

In this episode of Brain Explorers, we're discussing why our brains sometimes struggle to understand new information right away. Using the analogy of a jigsaw puzzle, we're talking about the fact tha…

Published on 10 months, 1 week ago

How your brain feels when you learn about it

Season 1 Episode 12

In this episode, we explore what happens inside your brain when you learn something new—especially about the brain itself! We discover how different parts of your brain, like the prefrontal cortex an…

Published on 10 months, 2 weeks ago

Why do we feel sad sometimes

Season 1 Episode 11

In this episode, we explore the feeling of sadness and why it happens. Sometimes it's obvious, other times it's a bit of a mystery! We’ll learn how our brain plays a part in these feelings and some f…

Published on 10 months, 2 weeks ago

Things that our brain does not like

Season 1 Episode 10

In this episode of Brain Explorers, we learn how certain things like lack of sleep, stress, junk food, boredom, and too much screen time can be tough on our brains. But by understanding this, we can …

Published on 10 months, 4 weeks ago

Things that make your brain super happy

Season 1 Episode 9

Hey, Brain Explorers! In this episode, I take you on a fun journey to discover what makes our brains happy. We explore how dopamine is released when we do things we enjoy, like eating ice cream or pl…

Published on 11 months ago

What does a neurosurgeon do?

Season 1 Episode 8

In this episode of Brain Explorers, we explore the exciting world of neurosurgeons! These brain superheroes specialize in operating on the brain, spine, and nerves, helping people with injuries, tumo…

Published on 11 months, 2 weeks ago