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EPISODE · Jun 1, 2026 · 49 MIN

Why Your Brain Functions Like a Specialized Swiss Army Knife, with Michael Platt

from Neural Compass · host Jimini Health

Neuroeconomics, leadership, and brain health are essential for modern performance. Professor Michael Platt from UPenn explains why digital glass creates cognitive exhaustion. You have likely heard that our modern environment is destroying our focus. The scientific reason is that our evolutionary biology clashes with the digital tools we use every day. Professor Platt joins NeuralCompass to provide an expert account of how face-to-face connection remains the most powerful tool for leadership. This is an honest look at what your brain needs to thrive in a technological world.

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