Brain Health Podcast
by American Academy of Neurology
Ready to take control of your brain health? Neurologists Dr. Daniel Correa and Dr. Katy Peters have deep conversations with other neurology experts, celebrity advocates, and people with unforgettable stories. You'll leave each week's episode knowing something new about the brain. The Brain Health Podcast is brought to you by the American Academy of Neurology. Want more? Visit BrainHealth.com to start your journey today.
Episodes
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Elizabeth Pehota on Running Toward the Future With MS
On this week's episode of the Brain Health Podcast, host Dr. Daniel Correa is joined by runner, reporter, content creator, and MS advocate Elizabeth Pehota, who shares her journey from being diagnosed with relapsing-remitting MS just days before a big race to setting a Guinness World Record at…
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Finding your voice in ALS advocacy with Russell Andrews and Sheri Strahl: Part One
On this week's episode of the Brain Health Podcast, host Dr. Daniel Correa is joined by actor Russell Andrews and his fiancée, actress Erica Tazel, along with ALS Network president and CEO Sheri Strahl, about Russell's journey to an ALS diagnosis and how it led him to advocacy. Russell and Erica...
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Your brain health questions, answered
On this week's episode of the Brain Health Podcast, co-hosts Drs. Daniel Correa and Katy Peters answer listener questions about some of the worries and uncertainties that can come with living with a neurologic condition or thinking about your brain health. They discuss mental health after a...
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Laughing through life with comedian Tina Friml
On this week's episode of the Brain Health Podcast, comedian, writer, and disability advocate Tina Friml joins Dr. Katy Peters to share how living with cerebral palsy has shaped her perspective, her comedy, and her mission to improve disability representation. Dr. Peters is then joined by Dr.…
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Brain health snapshot: Social connection, blood pressure, AI, and creatine
On this week's episode of the Brain Health Podcast, co-hosts Dr. Daniel Correa and Dr. Katy Peters highlight some of their favorite recent brainhealth.com articles, covering the importance of social connection, creatine's connection to brain health, and more. Additional Resources How a strong...
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Support, resilience, and caregiving with Emma Heming Willis: Part Two
On this week's episode of the Brain Health Podcast, co-host Dr. Daniel Correa is joined by Emma Heming Willis, co-founder of Make Time Wellness and New York Times bestselling author. As a continuation of their conversation last week, Emma discusses why caregiver self-care is so important and…
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Support, resilience, and caregiving with Emma Heming Willis: Part One
On this week's episode of the Brain Health Podcast, co-host Dr. Daniel Correa is joined by Emma Heming Willis, co-founder of Make Time Wellness and New York Times bestselling author. Following her husband Bruce Willis's diagnosis of frontotemporal dementia (FTD), Emma has become a leading…
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From the football field to epilepsy advocacy with CJ Daniels
On this week's episode of the Brain Health Podcast, host Dr. Daniel Correa is joined by CJ Daniels, professional football wide receiver for the Los Angeles Rams and epilepsy advocate. CJ shares his experience growing up with his mother's epilepsy diagnosis and his work with Angels of Epilepsy, a...
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Brain health for the whole family: Answering your questions
On this week's episode of the Brain Health Podcast, co-hosts Dr. Daniel Correa and Dr. Katy Peters answer your questions about brain health from adolescence to adulthood. They're joined by Dr. Benham Sabayan, a vascular and preventive neurologist, neuroepidemiologist, and associate professor of...
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Navigating MS in the public eye with CNN's John King
In this episode of the Brain Health Podcast, co-host Dr. Katy Peters is joined by CNN's award-winning chief national correspondent, John King. John shares what it's been like to build a demanding career while living with multiple sclerosis (MS), and why community, support, and self-care have been...
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Author Mark Haddon on Living and Writing with Brain Fog
In this episode of the Brain & Life podcast host Dr. Daniel Correa is joined by author Mark Haddon. Mark shares about the cognitive changes he experienced after bypass surgery and long COVID. He shares how brain fog affected his daily life and creative work, and reflects on resilience, recovery,...
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Lauren Weedman on Bell's Palsy, Identity, and Learning to Smile Again
In this episode of the Brain & Life Podcast, co-host Dr. Daniel Correa is joined by actress, comedian, playwright, and storyteller Lauren Weedman. Lauren discusses her diagnosis of Bell's palsy after developing a sudden facial paralysis while filming in 2024 and how it changed her outlooks on…
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Bill Nye the Science Guy Takes on Ataxia Advocacy: Part Two
In this episode of the Brain & Life Podcast, co-host Dr. Katy Peters is joined by the one and only Bill Nye, an American science educator, mechanical engineer, television presenter, and author best known for hosting the Emmy Award–winning series Bill Nye the Science Guy. Bill discusses his…
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Bill Nye the Science Guy Takes on Ataxia Advocacy: Part One
In this episode of the Brain & Life Podcast, co-host Dr. Katy Peters is joined by the one and only Bill Nye, an American science educator, mechanical engineer, television presenter, and author best known for hosting the Emmy Award–winning series Bill Nye the Science Guy. Bill discusses his…
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Celebrating World Brain Day with Brain Health Tips and Listener Questions
On this week's episode of the Brain & Life Podcast, co-hosts Dr. Daniel Correa and Dr. Katy Peters celebrate World Brain Day by sharing practical ways to support brain health, from puzzles and meditation to exercise and community. They also answer listener questions about rural access to…
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Making Brain Health a Family Affair with Genein and Shawn Letford
In this week's episode of the Brain & Life Podcast, Drs. Daniel Correa and Katy Peters are joined by mother-son duo Genein and Shawn Letford. Genein, the founder of Brainolicious, a nonprofit dedicated to promoting brain health in a way that's fun, accessible, and lifelong, reveals how…
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How Hollywood Shapes Society's Expectations of Disabled People with Kristen Lopez
In this week's episode of the Brain & Life Podcast, host Dr. Daniel Correa is joined by award-winning film critic, journalist, and author Kristen Lopez. They discuss how movies shape public understanding of disability, identity, and belonging, and why storytelling can both reinforce harmful...
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Exploring the Strangeness and Wonder of Brains with Dr. Pria Anand
In this week's episode of the Brain & Life Podcast, co-hosts Drs. Daniel Correa and Katy Peters are joined by author, educator, and neurologist Dr. Pria Anand. Together, they discuss the wonder and complexity of the human brain, and how storytelling, culture, and curiosity shape our understanding...
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Continuing the Race to Erase MS with Nancy Davis
In this episode of the Brain & Life Podcast, co-host Dr. Daniel Correa is once again joined by Nancy Davis, founder of Race to Erase MS. Nancy discusses bringing leading scientists together through the Center Without Walls to collaborate rather than compete, and the "invisible" symptoms of MS,...
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Delving Into Dad Brain with Dr. Darby Saxbe
On this week's episode of the Brain & Life Podcast, co-host Dr. Katy Peters is joined by Dr. Darby Saxbe, a clinical psychologist and professor of psychology at the University of Southern California who is known for her research on the neurobiological underpinnings of the transition to…
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Neurology Advocacy Out Loud: Live from the AAN's Annual Meeting
This episode of the Brain & Life Podcast was recorded live at the American Academy of Neurology's Annual Meeting. Co-hosts Dr. Daniel Correa and Dr. Katy Peters were joined by Jen Pollack from Alzheimer's Association, Rich Brennan from ALS Association, and Julienne Verdi from Alliance for…
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It's All in Your Head with Author and Advocate Sabina Nordqvist
In this episode of the Brain & Life Podcast, co-host Dr. Katy Peters is joined by novelist and disability advocate Sabina Nordqvist. Sabina discusses her personal 12-year battle with idiopathic intracranial hypertension (IIH), POTS, and Ehlers-Danlos syndrome. She shares the profound impact of...
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Embracing Inclusion and Empowerment with Isabelle and Eliza Woloson
In this episode of the Brain & Life Podcast, co-host Dr. Daniel Correa is joined by Isabelle Woloson and her mother, Eliza to talk about Izzy's work to promote inclusion, challenge stereotypes, and embrace individuality as a young woman with Down syndrome. Together, they share practical insights…
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Musician Amy Grant on Memory Loss, Healing, and Music
In this episode of the Brain & Life podcast co-host Dr. Daniel Correa is joined by musician Amy Grant. Amy discusses her inspiring journey of recovery following a traumatic brain injury (TBI) in 2022. She shares her personal stories of resilience, the symptoms she felt and how she dealt with…
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Talking Parkinson's Symptoms and Brain Health with Actor Ryan Reynolds
On this week's episode of the Brain & Life Podcast, co-host Dr. Katy Peters sits down with actor Ryan Reynolds, who opens up about his father's Parkinson's-related hallucinations—an often overlooked but common symptom for many people living with the disease. Ryan also reflects on the care-partner...
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Author Samantha Lee Schmall on Life Beyond the Shunt
On this week's episode of the Brain & Life Podcast, co-host Dr. Katy Peters talks with Samantha Lee Schmall, author of Beyond the Shunt, about her personal journey with hydrocephalus. Samantha reflects on growing up with the condition, what inspired her to share her story, and how she's found...
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What Happens Behind the Scenes? A Brain and Life Podcast Q&A
On this week's episode of the Brain & Life Podcast, hosts Dr. Daniel Correa and Dr. Katy Peters answer questions they received at the American Academy of Neurology's Annual Meeting in Chicago last week! They explain how podcast topics are chosen, guest stories that have stuck with them, how they...
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Neurologists Share What It's Like to Live With a Neurologic Condition
This week's episode of the Brain & Life Podcast was recorded live at the American Academy of Neurology's Annual Meeting in 2025! Hosts Dr. Daniel Correa and Dr. Katy Peters were joined by Joel Salinas, MD, MBA, MSc, FAAN, Andrea Lendaris, MD, MS, Andrew M. Southerland, MD, FAAN, and Eric J....
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Less Panic, More Practice: Building Brain-Healthy Routines
In this episode of the Brain & Life podcast, hosts Dr. Daniel Correa and Dr. Katy Peters respond to a listener question about simple, low-stress actions to support brain health using recent BrainandLife.org articles to guide you through a brain healthy day! Brain & Life Articles Mentioned...
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Seen and Heard: Allie Signorelli's Young-Onset Parkinson's Story, Part Two
In part two of this two-part episode of the Brain & Life podcast, host Dr. Daniel Correa is joined by influencer and podcaster Allie Signorelli. She shares her entrance into the world of advocacy and why she chose to speak up about her experiences and participate in research opportunities. Dr....
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Seen and Heard: Allie Signorelli's Young-Onset Parkinson's Story, Part One
In part one of this two-part episode of the Brain & Life podcast, host Dr. Daniel Correa is joined by influencer and podcaster Allie Signorelli. She shares her experience living with young-onset Parkinson's disease, from noticing early symptoms to receiving a diagnosis at a time when she didn't…
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When Art Imitates Life: Caregiving and Creating with Christine Ebersole
In this episode of the Brain & Life podcast co-host Dr. Katy Peters is joined by Emmy and Tony Award–winning actor Christine Ebersole. She shares a deeply personal side of her story: how caring for her husband during his recovery from an acoustic neuroma changed her life and her craft. Christine...
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Living Loudly With Tourette Syndrome: James Durbin's Story of Finding His Voice Through Music
In this episode of the Brain & Life podcast host Dr. Daniel Correa is joined by singer and songwriter James Durbin. James shares his powerful story of living with Tourette syndrome, navigating stigma, and finding strength through music. He also explains how performance became a transformative…
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Unseen: Molly Burke's Retinitis Pigmentosa Journey Part Two
In part two of this two-part episode, Brain & Life podcast host Dr. Daniel Correa is joined by Molly Burke. Molly shares how her journey of navigating life with retinitis pigmentosa (RP) has led her to create online content and write a book. She shares more about her mental health journey and the...
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Unseen: Molly Burke's Retinitis Pigmentosa Journey
In part one of this two-part episode, Brain & Life podcast host Dr. Daniel Correa is joined by Molly Burke. Molly shares her journey of navigating life with retinitis pigmentosa (RP), and how it led her to create online content and write a book. She shares the importance of representation,...
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Conversations That Matter on Rare Disease Day
In this special Rare Disease Day episode of the Brain & Life podcast, co-hosts Dr. Daniel Correa and Dr. Katy Peters respond to your listener questions. They explore how rare diseases can affect relationships, offer guidance on planning for the future, and share tips for explaining complex…
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Uncovering Huntington's Disease with Author and Advocate Lori Jones
In this episode of the Brain & Life podcast, co-host Dr. Katy Peters speaks with advocate and author Lori Jones about growing up in a family affected by Huntington's disease (HD), reflecting on stigma, isolation, caregiving, and the inspiration behind her memoir, Spared: A Memoir of Risk and...
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When Life Changes the Tempo: Gloria Gaynor's Recovery Story
In this episode of the Brain & Life Podcast, host Dr. Daniel Correa is joined by musical legend Gloria Gaynor. Gloria talks about her journey in music and opens up about living with a spinal cord injury (SCI), undergoing surgery, and navigating the long road to recovery. She shares what the...
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Exploring Nutrition, Lifestyle, and Pediatric Multiple Sclerosis with Dr. Emmanuelle Waubant
In this episode of the Brain & Life Podcast, host Dr. Daniel Correa is joined by Dr. Emmanuelle Waubant, professor of neurology at UCSF and Director of the UCSF Regional Pediatric Multiple Sclerosis Center. Together, they explore how diet, microbiome, and environmental factors influence the...
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Strength on Stage: Actor Michael Patrick's Motor Neuron Disease Journey
In this episode of the Brain & Life Podcast, co-host Dr. Katy Peters is joined by award-winning actor and playwright Michael Patrick, who shares his journey from studying science at Cambridge to becoming a celebrated actor. Michael also discusses his diagnosis of Motor Neuron Disease (MND), his...
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Resilience in Motion: Olympic Stories of Strength, Adaptation, and Hope
In this Olympics‑themed episode of the Brain & Life Podcast, hosts Dr. Daniel Correa and Dr. Katy Peters explore what resilience looks like in the bodies, minds, and everyday lives of both Olympians and our listeners. First, they answer your listener submitted questions on concussion and...
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From TBI to Triumph: Brason Lee's Remarkable Story
In this episode of the Brain and Life podcast, host Dr. Daniel Correa is joined by Brason Lee, a writer, social worker and traumatic brain injury survivor. Brason shares his journey from a severe ATV accident at 18, through rehabilitation, to a successful career in social work and advocacy. He...
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The Singing Surgeon: Dr. Elvis Francois on the Power of Music in Healing
In this episode of the Brain and Life podcast, host Dr. Daniel Correa is joined by Dr. Elvis Francois, a spine surgeon known for integrating music into his practice. They discuss the intersection of music and medicine, common spine conditions, and the importance of human connection in healthcare....
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Ringing in the New Year with Your Neurology Questions
In this episode of the Brain and Life podcast, hosts Dr. Daniel Correa and Dr. Katy Peters answer your listener questions, touching on caregiving for Alzheimer's, staying motivated with Parkinson's, and the role of supplements in managing MS. Additional Resources Why Advanced Care Planning Is...
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The Journey of Monica Seles: Tennis, Triumphs, and Advocacy
In this episode of the Brain and Life podcast, co-host Dr. Katy Peters is joined by tennis legend Monica Seles. They discuss Monica's iconic career, the life lessons she learned from tennis, her experience with Myasthenia Gravis, and the importance of advocacy for health awareness. Dr. Peters is...
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In the Mix with Rob Floyd: Lessons on Mixology and Moyamoya
In this episode of the Brain and Life podcast, host Dr. Daniel Correa is joined by TV personality and dynamic presence in the world of mixology Rob Floyd. Rob discusses how he balances his career with family life, especially in light of his daughter's journey with a rare condition called…
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Resilience and Recovery with Olympic Skier Colby Stevenson
In this episode of the Brain and Life podcast, co-host Dr. Katy Peters is joined by Olympian Colby Stevenson, who shares his incredible journey as a freestyle skier. Colby discusses his passion for skiing, the challenges he faced after a serious car crash and traumatic brain injury (TBI), and how...
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Living with Stroke and Aphasia: A Broadcaster's Journey with Mark McEwen
In this episode of the Brain and Life podcast, Dr. Daniel Correa is joined Emmy award-winning broadcaster Mark McEwen. Mark shares his inspiring journey of recovery after suffering a stroke at the age of 52, which led to aphasia. He discusses his broadcasting career, the challenges he faced…
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One in Two: The Hidden Burden of Neurological Disorders in America
In this episode of the Brain and Life podcast, Dr. Daniel Correa is joined by Dr. John P. Ney, MD, MPH, FAAN, a neurologist and health policy researcher at Yale University. Dr. Ney is one of the authors of a new study that has revealed that one in two people in the United States is affected by a...
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Family, Flexibility, and Festivities: Our Favorite Brain & Life Articles
In this episode of the Brain and Life podcast, Dr. Daniel Correa and Dr. Katy Peters discuss the nuances of holiday planning, the importance of family time, and recognizing early signs of neurologic conditions in loved ones. They also explore the benefits and considerations of hot yoga, and share...
About this show
Ready to take control of your brain health? Neurologists Dr. Daniel Correa and Dr. Katy Peters have deep conversations with other neurology experts, celebrity advocates, and people with unforgettable stories. You'll leave each week's episode knowing something new about the brain. The Brain Health Podcast is brought to you by the American Academy of Neurology. Want more? Visit BrainHealth.com to start your journey today.
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