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Apr 13, 2026
How Women Can Improve Their Fertility & Hormone Health: A Holistic Approach to Lifespan and Healthspan
HealthAMH test (Anti-Müllerian Hormone)Egg qualityEgg competencyOvarian reserve
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Apr 9, 2026
The Neurobiology of Aggression, Mating, and Emotion States: From Mice to Humans
NeuroscienceInternal statesEmotions (as a class of state)ArousalValence
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Apr 6, 2026
The Science of Awe: Cultivating Emotional Connection and Well-being in Daily Life
PsychologyAweEmotion scienceSocial bondingTeasing
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Apr 2, 2026
Dr. Andy Galpin on the Essentials of Building Strength, Muscle Size & Endurance
HealthProgressive OverloadModifiable VariablesExercise ChoiceIntensity (1RM / Max Heart Rate)
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Mar 30, 2026
The Biological Basis of Sexual Orientation: Prenatal Hormones, Finger Ratios, and Brain Development
ScienceFraternal Birth Order EffectPrenatal Testosterone Exposure2D:4D Digit RatioSexual Orientation
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Mar 19, 2026
Optimizing Goal Achievement: The Science of Vision, Motivation, and Overcoming Obstacles with Dr. Emily Balcetis
PsychologyNarrowed focus of attentionSpotlight visionGoal settingGoal retrieval
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Mar 16, 2026
Dr. Richard Davidson on Meditation's Neuroplasticity, Brain States, and Practical Benefits for Health and Well-being
NeuroscienceNeuroplasticityStates of MindTraits (psychological)Focused Attention Meditation
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Mar 12, 2026
The Science of Deliberate Heat Exposure: Protocols for Longevity, Stress Reduction, and Growth Hormone Optimization
HealthDeliberate heat exposureShell temperatureCore temperatureThermoregulation circuit
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Mar 9, 2026
Reprogramming the Immune System: Gene Editing, CAR T-Cells, and the Future of Cancer Treatment with Dr. Alex Marson
HealthCAR T-cells (Chimeric Antigen Receptor T-cells)Gene EditingImmune System ReprogrammingInnate Immune System
hubermanlab
Mar 5, 2026
The Neurobiology of Taste, Sugar Craving, and the Gut-Brain Axis
SciencePerception vs. SensationGustatory PerceptionFive Basic Taste Qualities (Sweet, Sour, Bitter, Salty, Umami)Appetitive vs. Aversive Taste Valence
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Mar 2, 2026
Unlearning Negative Thought Patterns, Cultivating Distress Tolerance, and Navigating the Digital Self
PsychologyTendency changeWillpowerPsychotherapyNarcissistic personality disorder
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Feb 23, 2026
Restoring Youthfulness & Vitality to the Aging Brain & Body: Bloodborne Factors and Organ-Specific Aging with Dr. Tony Wyss-Coray
HealthParabiosisBloodborne factorsOrgan rejuvenationEpigenetic clocks
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Feb 19, 2026
Essentials: Optimize Your Exercise Program with Science-Based Tools with Jeff Cavaliere
Health60/40 strength/conditioning splitWorkout splits (full body, push/pull/legs, bro split)Effective dose (exercise)Train long vs. train hard
hubermanlab
Feb 16, 2026
Evidence-Based Fitness for Women: Training Principles, Hormones, and Practical Protocols
HealthMuscle protein synthesisHormone receptorsTestosterone (endogenous)Exogenous hormones
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Feb 9, 2026
The Genetic and Environmental Interplay Shaping Risk-Taking, Morals, and Life Trajectories from Adolescence to Adulthood
PsychologyGenotype and phenotypeAdolescencePubertal timingPubertal pace/tempo
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Feb 5, 2026
Ido Portal on the Decentralized, Playful, and Holistic Science of Movement
ScienceOpen system of movementDecentralized movementSelf-inquiry in movementWordlessness / Nonverbal experiences
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Feb 2, 2026
How Dopamine & Serotonin Shape Decisions, Motivation & Learning: Beyond Reward to Continuous Expectation Updating
NeuroscienceDopamineSerotoninNeuromodulatorsMotivation
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Jan 26, 2026
Neuroplasticity, Learning, Memory, and Cognitive Optimization with Dr. David Eagleman
NeuroscienceNeuroplasticityMemory formationTime perceptionCultural polarization
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Jan 22, 2026
Understanding and Healing Trauma: From Evolutionary Roots to Modern Therapeutic Approaches
PsychologyTrauma (definition)Coping skillsBrain changes (due to trauma)Guilt
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Jan 19, 2026
Dorian Yates: Low-Volume, High-Intensity Training for Muscle, Strength, and Life Philosophy
HealthMuscular failureLow-volume high-intensity training (HIT)Overload principleRecovery and supercompensation

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How Women Can Improve Their Fertility & Hormone Health: A Holistic Approach to Lifespan and Healthspan

The Neurobiology of Aggression, Mating, and Emotion States: From Mice to Humans

The Science of Awe: Cultivating Emotional Connection and Well-being in Daily Life

Dr. Andy Galpin on the Essentials of Building Strength, Muscle Size & Endurance

The Biological Basis of Sexual Orientation: Prenatal Hormones, Finger Ratios, and Brain Development

Optimizing Goal Achievement: The Science of Vision, Motivation, and Overcoming Obstacles with Dr. Emily Balcetis

Dr. Richard Davidson on Meditation's Neuroplasticity, Brain States, and Practical Benefits for Health and Well-being

The Science of Deliberate Heat Exposure: Protocols for Longevity, Stress Reduction, and Growth Hormone Optimization

Reprogramming the Immune System: Gene Editing, CAR T-Cells, and the Future of Cancer Treatment with Dr. Alex Marson

The Neurobiology of Taste, Sugar Craving, and the Gut-Brain Axis

Unlearning Negative Thought Patterns, Cultivating Distress Tolerance, and Navigating the Digital Self

Restoring Youthfulness & Vitality to the Aging Brain & Body: Bloodborne Factors and Organ-Specific Aging with Dr. Tony Wyss-Coray

Essentials: Optimize Your Exercise Program with Science-Based Tools with Jeff Cavaliere

Evidence-Based Fitness for Women: Training Principles, Hormones, and Practical Protocols

The Genetic and Environmental Interplay Shaping Risk-Taking, Morals, and Life Trajectories from Adolescence to Adulthood

Ido Portal on the Decentralized, Playful, and Holistic Science of Movement

How Dopamine & Serotonin Shape Decisions, Motivation & Learning: Beyond Reward to Continuous Expectation Updating

Neuroplasticity, Learning, Memory, and Cognitive Optimization with Dr. David Eagleman

Understanding and Healing Trauma: From Evolutionary Roots to Modern Therapeutic Approaches

Dorian Yates: Low-Volume, High-Intensity Training for Muscle, Strength, and Life Philosophy