Brain & Life

In this week’s episodeBrain & Life Podcast co-hosts Dr. Daniel Correa and Dr. Katy Peters answer some listener-submitted questions. Then, Dr. Faye Begeti, neurologist, neuroscientist, and author speaks with Dr. Peters. They discuss how our phone usage and digital habits can have an impact on our brain health. Dr. Begeti also shares about her recent book,The Phone Fix: The Brain-Focused Guide to Building Healthy Digital Habits and Breaking Bad Ones.

Additional Resources

The Phone Fix: The Brain-Focused Guide to Building Healthy Digital Habits and Breaking Bad Ones

Shining a Light on Myasthenia Gravis: How a Blogger Raises Visibility

7 Ways to Protect Your Digital Privacy

How to Ease Social Isolation During the Pandemic

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Making the Years Count with Brooke Eby, Influencer Living with ALS

“Roll with Cole & Charisma" On Building a Life Together as an Interabled Couple

Gavin McHugh is Building an Acting Career and a Community with Cerebral Palsy

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Guests: Faye Begeti @the_brain_doctor

Hosts: Dr. Daniel Correa @neurodrcorrea; Dr. Katy Peters @KatyPetersMDPhD

In this week’s episode Brain & Life Podcast co-host Dr. Katy Peters is joined by Tish Hevel, founder and CEO of The Brain Donor Project. Tish discusses her father’s journey with Lewy Body dementia, the importance of brain donation, and how braindonorproject.org makes the process easier for everyone considering this option. Dr. Peters is then joined by Dr. Ann McKee, board-certified neurologist and neuropathologist at Boston University and founder of the UNITE (VA-BU-CLF) brain bank. Dr. McKee explains how brain banks work, how to become a donor, and the types of things that can be learned from studying brains.

Additional Resources

The Brain Donor Project

UNITE Brain Bank

These Sisters Help Families Donate Brains to Science

Repetitive Head Impacts Sustained Through Contact Sports Linked to Lewy Body Disease

How Sports Neurologists Protect Football Players’ Brains

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U.S. Soccer Legend Briana Scurry on Concussion and Mental Health

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Guests: Tish Hevel @braindonorproject; Dr. Ann McKee @bu_cte

Hosts: Dr. Daniel Correa @neurodrcorrea; Dr. Katy Peters @KatyPetersMDPhD

In this week’s episode, Brain & Life Podcast hosts Dr. Daniel Correa and Dr. Katy Peters discuss some of their favorite articles in the most recent edition of Brain & Life Magazine. They discuss how creativity can therapeutic, tips for making salon visits more accessible, ping-pong for Parkinson’s patients, and more. If you would like to read these articles, be sure to subscribe to Brain & Life Magazine for free!

Brain & Life Articles Mentioned

Writing about her traumatic brain injury helps this author make sense of her recovery

Four Tips to Make Salon Visits Easier for People with Neurologic Conditions and Disabilities

The Perks of Ping-Pong for People with Parkinson's

When Is It Time to Stop Driving Because of a Neurologic Condition?

An Artist Paints Her Migraine Aura to Help Communicate What Symptoms Feel Like

Other Brain & Life Podcast Episodes on These Topics

Julia Easterlin on Being a Performer with Migraine

Healing the Traumatized Brain with Dr. Sandeep Vaishnavi

Colorful Healing: Artist Laura Bundesen's Vestibular Neuronitis Journey

Mulling over Migraines with Photographer Bill Wadman

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Hosts: Dr. Daniel Correa @neurodrcorrea; Dr. Katy Peters @KatyPetersMDPhD

In this week’s episode, influencer Brooke Eby joins Brain & Life co-host Dr. Katy Peters. Brooke discusses her experience living with amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS) and why she chooses to share it with the world on social media. Then, Dr. Peters is joined by Dr. Richard Bedlack, an associate professor of medicine/neurology at Duke and director of the Duke ALS Clinic. He explains ALS and what hopeful research is on the horizon.

Additional Resources

What is ALS?

Activist Ady Barkan and Actor Bradley Whitford Works to Reform Health Care

A Marathoner on a Quest to End ALS

Inside Nanci Ryder’s Battle with ALS

Other Brain & Life Podcast Episodes on These Topics

Finding Strength in ALS Advocacy with Podcaster Lorri Carrey

The Campaign to Cure ALS with Brian Wallach and Sandra Abrevaya

Hop on a Cure for ALS with John Driskell Hopkins

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Guests: Brooke Eby @limpbroozkit

Hosts: Dr. Daniel Correa @neurodrcorrea; Dr. Katy Peters @KatyPetersMDPhD

In this week's episode, a guest host joins Brain & Life podcast! Dr. Bhooma Aravamuthan, Assistant Professor of Neurology, pediatric movement disorders specialist, and neuroscientist studying dystonia in cerebral palsy (CP), speaks with child actor Gavin McHugh about how CP affects his acting career, the connections he has built with his fans on social media, and what terms like "disabled" and "special needs" mean to him. His mother, Lisa McHugh, also shares about Gavin's many talents and what she wishes people knew about CP. Then, Dr. Aravamuthan speaks with Brain & Life co-host Dr. Daniel Correa about what cerebral palsy is, what patients can expect in their lifetime, and the power of finding a community.

Additional Resources

What is Cerebral Palsy?

How Parents Advocate for Their Children with Rare Diseases

Biking Gives Freedom to a Teen with Cerebral Palsy

Becky Dilworth Skied and Raised a Family Despite Cerebral Palsy

The ABCs of Advocacy

Other Brain & Life Podcast Episodes on These Topics

RJ Mitte on Living Confidently with Cerebral Palsy

Josh Blue Uses Humor to Ease the Stigma Around Cerebral Palsy

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Guests: Gavin McHugh @iamgavinmchugh; Dr. Bhooma Aravamuthan @drbhooma

Hosts: Dr. Daniel Correa @neurodrcorrea; Dr. Katy Peters @KatyPetersMDPhD

In this week’s episode, runner Cheryl Hile joins Brain & Life Podcast co-host Dr. Daniel Correa to discuss her experience running over 60 marathons across all seven continents after her diagnosis with Multiple Sclerosis (MS). She shares why running speaks to her, how an orthotic helps her stay on track, and what’s next in her journey. Then Dr. Correa is joined by Dr. Lauren Gluck, Director of the Montefiore Multiple Sclerosis Center and Assistant Professor at Albert Einstein College of Medicine. She explains what MS is, outlines treatment options, and delves in to how vital and adaptable exercise can be for patients.

Additional Resources

Run A Myelin My Shoes

What is Multiple Sclerosis (MS)?

How Couples Navigate Multiple Sclerosis

Hiking the Appalachian Trail for Multiple Sclerosis

Online Exercise Classes Can Help People with Neurologic Disorders Improve Symptoms

Other Brain & Life Podcast Episodes on These Topics

Voices from the Multiple Sclerosis Community

Nancy Davis’ Race to Erase Multiple Sclerosis

Author Samantha Irby's Journey as a Young Caregiver

Chef Mariana Orozco on Multiple Sclerosis and the Healing Power of Food

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Guests: Dr. Lauren Gluck @montefiorehealthsystem

Hosts: Dr. Daniel Correa @neurodrcorrea; Dr. Katy Peters @KatyPetersMDPhD

In this week’s episode, actor Oscar Nuñez joins Brain & Life Podcast co-host Dr. Daniel Correa to discuss his family’s experiences with dementia and Alzheimer’s. He shares how he helps keep his loved ones safe then his wife, actress Ursula Whittaker, shares the resources and supports she has found throughout this journey. Dr. Correa is then joined by Dr. Joel Salinas, a neurologist, clinical assistant professor at NYU Grossman School of Medicine, and chief medical officer of Isaac Health in New York. Dr. Salinas shares information about all stages of memory loss and demonstrates ways to have conversations with your loved ones at all stages of their life to make plans that keep everyone safe and happy.

Additional Resources

How to Keep Loved Ones with Dementia Safe from Firearms

How to Talk to Loved Ones Who Have Dementia

Actor Hector Elizondo Encourages Caregivers to Ask For Help

Learn more about Dr. Joel Salinas

What Is Alzheimer's Disease?

Other Brain & Life Podcast Episodes on These Topics

Finding Hope and Creating Change: Discussing Alzheimer’s Advocacy with Cynthia Stone and Walt Dawson

Lauren Miller Rogen on Facing a Parent’s Early-Onset Alzheimer’s Diagnosis

Journalist Greg O’Brien on Chronicling His Life with Alzheimer’s

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Guests: Oscar Nuñez @oscarnunezla; Ursula Whittaker @ursulacwhittaker;Dr. Joel Salinas @JoelSalinasMD

Hosts: Dr. Daniel Correa @neurodrcorrea; Dr. Katy Peters @KatyPetersMDPhD

In this week’s episode, Brain & Life Podcast co-host Dr. Daniel Correa speaks with Khari “Needlz” Cain, music producer and father to Makayla, a 16-year-old on the autism spectrum. Khari and his family recently created a film titled Makayla’s Voice: A Letter to the World that shares her experience finding a way to communicate using letter board therapy. As Makayla’s voice has gradually emerged, she has shown her intelligence, interests, and sense of humor to her loved ones. Khari discusses that journey, the accessibility of treatment, and his hopes for the future. Then Dr. Deepa Menon, a child neurologist and specialist in neurodevelopmental medicine, explains autism, genetic testing, Phelan-McDermid syndrome, and different types of therapies that may help families like Makayla’s.

Additional Resources

Makayla’s Voice: A Letter to the World

What is Autism Spectrum Disorder?

Lego Therapy Builds Confidence in Patients with MS and Autism

A Theater Group That Features Neurodiversity on the Stage

Other Brain & Life Podcast Episodes on These Topics

From Adolescence to Adulthood: Exploring Autism with Abbey and Christine Romeo

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Guests: Khari Cain @prodbyneedlz; Dr. Deepa Menon @ kennedykriegerinstitute

Hosts: Dr. Daniel Correa @neurodrcorrea; Dr. Katy Peters @KatyPetersMDPhD

In this week’s episode, Brain & Life Podcast co-hosts Dr. Daniel Correa and Dr. Katy Peters introduce their pets and answer a listener question about ALS. Then, Dr. Peters discusses neurologic disorders in pets with Dr. Ann Tilton. With more than 30 years of experience as a pediatric neurologist, Dr. Ann Tilton is a Professor of Neurology and Pediatrics at LSU Health New Orleans. She has also loaned her expertise to other species! She tells stories from her time diagnosing pangolins and monkeys at the zoo and shares her insights and experiences with neurologic disorders in pets.

Additional Resources

Can Pets Have Neurologic Disorders?

Pets May Be Good for Brain Health

Phineas the Cat Spreads Awareness of a Rare Neurologic Disorder

I am ALS

Other Brain & Life Podcast Episodes on These Topics

Finding Strength in ALS Advocacy with Podcaster Lorri Carey

Hop on a Cure for ALS with John Driskell Hopkins

The Campaign to Cure ALS with Brian Wallach and Sandra Abrevaya

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Hosts: Dr. Daniel Correa @neurodrcorrea; Dr. Katy Peters @KatyPetersMDPhD

In this week’s episode, Cole & Charisma Sydnor of “Roll with Cole & Charisma" join Brain & Life Podcast co-host Dr. Katy Peters to discuss their interabled relationship, building an online community, and Cole’s C5-C6 spinal cord injury. They share what keeps them motivated, tips for an accessible household, and what their online audience has taught them. Then, Dr. Alberto Martinez-Arizala joins Dr. Peters to discuss spinal cord injury treatment journeys and what exciting advancements may be coming soon.

Additional Resources

Roll with Cole & Charisma

What is Spinal Cord Injury?

Interabled Couples Share How They Make Their Relationships Work

A Spinal Cord Injury Survivor Opens an Affordable Rehab Center

Singer Gloria Estefan Supports Research to Cure Paralysis

Promising Advances in Robotics-assisted Rehabilitation Therapies

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Guests: Cole Sydnor @roll.with.cole; Charisma Sydnor @happilycharisma

Hosts: Dr. Daniel Correa @neurodrcorrea; Dr. Katy Peters @KatyPetersMDPhD