Interlude XII - The Gut-Brain Axis: Microbiome as Mind

What if intuition… digestion… and belief were all part of the same conversation? In this interlude, Dr. Juan Carlos Rey explores the growing science of the gut-brain axis - where trillions of microbes whisper through the vagus nerve to shape emotion, cognition, and even moral intuition. Drawing on research from Emeran Mayer, Sarkis Mazmanian, John Cryan, and Ted Dinan, this journey reveals a hidden ecology of consciousness - where neurotransmitters, bacteria, and the human nervous system collaborate to compose what we call self. Here, the Observable Unknown is not distant or abstract - it’s inside you. Alive, responsive, and evolving.  Continue the conversation: WhatsApp channel: TheObservableUnknown Email: [email protected] Text: 336-675-5836 Wherever you listen, please leave a review and rating - your voice helps others discover the mystery that connects mind, body, and meaning. When you write, tell us: How did you first find out about the show? What’s your favorite part or episode so far? What’s one thing we could do to make the show better? And what’s one thing you’re struggling with right now?