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Brain Mastery
by ABI Wellness
Take your brain health to the next level with ABI Wellness ( https://www.abiwellness.com/ ). We’ve teamed up with the industry's top specialists, researchers, and advocates to make it happen. Get ready to unlock your full potential with the latest and greatest innovations, technologies, and ideas in brain health and wellness. Join us every week for a power-packed dose of insights and inspiration to supercharge your mind and get you started on the path to brain wellness. Don't settle for less; push yourself to greatness.
Episodes
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Episode 132 - Unraveling the Brain: Communication, Neuroplasticity, and Beyond with Kerry King Connect Speech Therapy
In this episode, we're joined by Kerry King, a distinguished Speech and Language Pathologist who specializes in the realm of brain injury. Dive deep as Kerry unravels the intricacies of working neck and up, focusing on enhancing brain functions crucial for communication. Kerry sheds light on the...
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Episode 131 - Navigating Invisible Disorders and Fostering Community Reintegration - with Daniel Ignacio
In today's episode, we delve into the profound narrative of resilience and perseverance with Daniel Ignicio, a beacon of hope in the realm of brain health. After a traumatic event left him in a coma for a month, Daniel emerged, battling the challenges of a multifaceted brain injury. But his story...
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Episode 130 - Beyond the Darkness - A Glimpse into Addiction and Brain Injury with Liana Roy
In this captivating episode, we delve deep into the world of addictions, a place often shrouded in darkness and misperception. Our special guest, Liana Roy, a seasoned healthcare professional and devoted mother, brings to light the poignant story of her daughter Amanda, drawing attention to the...
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Episode 129 - A Collaborative Approach to Rehabilitation and Brain Health with Evan Kennedy - PAM Health
Today, we have the pleasure of conversing with Evan Kennedy, who serves as the Director of Outpatient Rehabilitation at PAM Health. With a distinguished career in healthcare, Evan is a strong advocate for the power of collaborative care and the growing significance of preventative medicine.…
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Episode 128 - Building Bridges: Redefining Support for Brain Injury and Traumatic Life Losses
In this episode of the Brain Mastery podcast, host Mark welcomes Janelle Breese Biagioni, a specialist in brain injury and traumatic life losses. Janelle shares her personal journey and the motivation behind founding the Constable Gerald Breese Center for Traumatic Life Losses. They discuss the...
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Episode 127 - Supporting Our Heroes: Mental Health Awareness for First Responders and Veterans
In this week's episode of the podcast, host Mark is joined by Scott Maxwell, the executive director of Wounded Warriors Canada. Tune in as Scott sheds light on the vital occupational awareness training provided by Wounded Warriors Canada to healthcare providers who support first responders,...
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Episode 126 - "Revolutionizing Brain Healthcare: Neuroplasticity, Recovery, and Empowerment" with Mark Watson
Join us for a special edition of our podcast as we delve into the groundbreaking advancements shaping the realm of brain healthcare. In this episode, Scott Rintoul, renowned professional sports broadcaster, assumes the role of host to engage in an in-depth conversation with Mark Watson, our...
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Episode 125 - Breaking Barriers: Uniting the Silos for Better Outcomes with Dr. Josh Davis
Join us in this thought-provoking episode with Dr. Josh Davis, as we explore the intersection of orthopaedic and neurological treatments, focusing on evidence-based approaches that address the whole person. Discover how breaking down the silos between these two fields can lead to more effective…
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Episode 124 - Empowering Recovery: Navigating Symptoms, Discovering Strength with Dr. James Jackson
Join us in this episode as we discuss the complexities of long COVID, guided by our special guest, Dr. James Jackson, an expert in brain health and long COVID. With a compassionate approach, Dr. Jackson discusses the challenges of treating long COVID and other brain health disorders and provides...
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Episode 123 - Cognitive Breakthroughs: Unveiling the Impact with Lisa Huskins, Occupational Therapist
Join guest host Scott Rintoul in this captivating episode as he engages in a thought-provoking conversation with Lisa Huskins, a highly experienced Occupational Therapist at Leading Edge Physiotherapy in Edmonton. Tune in now to gain valuable insights from Lisa as she delves into the significance...
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Episode 122 - Beneath the Gloves: Ray Ciancaglini's Fight for Concussion Education and Awareness
Former professional boxer, concussion awareness advocate, and founder of secondimpact.com Ray Ciancaglini shares his vulnerable cautionary tale of how the lack of education and knowledge of concussion and second impact syndrome was a gamble where the wager far exceeded the price. Ray has been...
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Episode 121 - Unlocking Cognitive Potential through Upcoming Training
If you’re a healthcare professional with a need to standardize and optimize patient care in cognitive rehab, this week’s episode is made for you! Mark Watson, CEO of ABI Wellness, takes just a few minutes to tell you why you should sign up for our upcoming training session to add the Brain…
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Episode 120 - Breaking Barriers in Healthcare: A Tech-Driven Journey with Michael Nikitin - Aida Healthcare
Our guest today is Michael Nikitin, the CTO and Co-Founder of Aida Healthcare, a visionary company that aims to align the needs of hospitals, patients, and payers through the power of technology. Aida Healthcare is breaking down barriers that impede access to care by harnessing existing…
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Episode 119 - Josh Duntz - Unlocking the Power of Breathwork
How does breathwork benefit our mental and physical performance? This week's expert guest is Josh Duntz, the founder of Stasis, a digital health company that helps people optimize their health and performance through breathwork. As someone with a military background, Josh has witnessed the...
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Episode 118 - Robb Nash - From Struggle to Strength: Finding Your Hidden Gifts
This podcast may contain content that could be triggering or upsetting, especially for those who have experienced mental health concerns. Listener discretion is advised. Robb Nash, musician, storyteller and creator of the Robb Nash Project, dedicates his efforts to instilling hope in individuals...
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Episode 117 - Taylor Johnson - Human Performance and Optimization
For this week’s episode, we hear from Taylor Johnson, a performance optimization coach who leads athletes, gamers, practitioners and academic experts to discover and enhance their health and wellness performance. Taylor shares his passion for health enhancement and his experience in traditional...
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Episode 116 - Jill Roberts - Accessible, collaborative, and innovative support services
Jill Roberts - Clinical Director and Occupational Therapist at One Rehab Support Services, discussed the importance of accessible care and reliable treatment options for complex injury patients. Jill highlights the importance of strengthened collaboration and the need for support services outside...
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Episode 115 - Dr. Aaron Thompson - Occupational Medicine Specialist Physician - Delivering the Best of Care
Dr. Aaron Thompson, an occupational medicine specialist physician, explains what occupational medicine is and how it can benefit people with greatly varied needs and conditions. He discusses the importance of seeking treatment or assessment instead of ignoring symptoms and how physicians focus on...
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Episode 114 - James Geering - Behind the Shield
James Geering, retired firefighter and paramedic and host of Behind the Shield podcast, shares a different perspective around mental ill health due to stresses of the first responder’s life. Compelled to action, he is on a mission to reduce the suffering in this world. James discusses the...
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Episode 113 - Move430 Challenge - So all Kids can Play
The Move 430 challenge gives you an opportunity to challenge yourself to be active for 30 minutes, every day in April, while raising funds to help children access community-based organized sports activities. Sign up is only $30! Engage your family, co-workers, or do it individually, it all…
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Episode 112 - A Lesson in Resilience: Donna and Ryan Jones - TBI Survivor
What does the long road of brain injury recovery look like for survivors and their caregivers? In a car accident on the way to work over five years ago, Ryan Jones suffered a brain injury and heart attack. With doctors unsure whether he would survive, Ryan received cutting-edge treatment at...
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Episode 111 - Dennis Mannion - CEO of Resilience Code - A Master Class on Mindset and Leadership
As CEO of Resilience Code, Dennis holds the rare distinction of working in all 4 Major League sports. His high level of executive performance was created through exposure to exceptional cultures and mindsets in sports, business, and communities. Dennis has exceptional insight into brain health,...
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Episode 110 - David Harrington - Center for Neuro Skills - Invetsing in Brain Injury Reahb
David Harrington is a mission driven individual. As the President of the Centre for Neuro Skills, his focus is improving the efficacy and efficiency of health care to the brain injured population. David dives into why investing in brain injury rehabilitation is the right thing to do, not only...
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Episode 109 - Dr. Eve Valera - The Intersection of IPV and Brain Injury
Dr. Eve Valera discusses her interests and frustrations in researching the intersections of brain injuries and intimate partner violence. She hopes to open the conversation and remove stigma around IPV and raise awareness about a problem that sadly continues to grow. You can learn more about Eve...
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Episode 108 - Innovation and Research in Brain Dysfunction with Dr. Jim Jackson - CIBS Center at Vanderbilt University Medical Center
Dr. Jim Jackson is the lead psychologist at the CIBS Center at Vanderbilt University Medical Center. He and his team are on a mission to figure out how to prevent and restore cognitive functions in brain injury survivors. His passion for learning directly from those afflicted brings forth...
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Episode 107 - Perry Kimber - Nomad Therapies
We're excited to announce the Open House event at Nomad Therapies in Saskatoon, Saskatchewan. Nomad specializes in orthopedic and neurological therapies in clinic and in community. The clinicians at Nomad are dedicated to providing the best in care to everyone they serve. If you have concerns...
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Episode 106: Your Brain On Nutrition with Dr. Jonathan Hartman
In this episode, we are speaking with Dr. Jonathan Hartman about "Your Brain on Nutrition". Dr. Hartman, Owner of The Hartman Center for Functional Neurology speaks about the importance of healthy, whole food choices in reducing inflammation an aiding in the healing process. Check out The Hartman...
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Episode 105 - Your Brain on Resiliance with Shaheeza Haji - Running Shoe Restorative Healthcare
Today we are speaking with Shaheeza Haji about 'Your Brain on Resilience and Purpose.' Shaheeza, CEO of Running Shoe Restorative Healthcare and Calgary Concussion Center, speaks of her lived experience when recovering from symptoms of concussion and how this led to her purpose and drive behind…
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Episode 104 - Learn about innovative cognitive training opportunities from ABI Wellness
Upcoming BEARS Training Starts in February! Don't miss the opportunity to help better serve your patients, communities, and staff. Registration is open! Listen to find out how to get involved. www.abiwellness.com/training
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Episode 103 - Liam Chisholm - Innovative Fitness - Your Brain on Series: Workouts
Today we launch the Your Brain On... series, on the Brain Mastery Podcast! Today's guest, Liam Chisholm, exercise specialist and studio manager at Innovative Fitness, discusses the fickle nature of inspiration and the importance of discipline in achieving your goals. Liam inspires us to action,...
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Episode 102 - Karen Friesen - CK2 inc.
Today's episode guest is a determined individual who is focused on changing communities from within. Her dedication to filling the gaps in neuro health, Karen Friesen, Executive Director of Ck2 Inc., educator, parent, and advocate, believes people have a right to learn and to the tools that help...
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Episode 101 - Mark Watson - A message of Thanks and Hope
Today Mark Watson delivers a message of hope, gratitude, and continued service to those in need of cognitive remediation. As our collaborative efforts grow, we further extend the possibilities of a world where everyone is provided the options and tools to optimize their brain health and maximize...
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Episode 100 - Matt Galati - President & Founder of Brain Changes Initiative
Celebrating episode 100 with Dr. Matt Galati, founder, and president of the Brain Changes initiative who discusses his personal journey of resiliency and recovery and what prompted him to develop the Brain Changes Initiative. Matt is a champion in educating the brain injury and medical…
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Episode 99 - Sherry Odom - The Neuroplasticity Alliance
The founder of The Neuroplasticity Alliance, Sherry discusses her quest for neuroplastic programs to help people recover from all types of neurological illnesses and challenges. Understanding the barriers and driven to action - Sherry works to tackle the barriers, break them down - and bring...
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Episode 98 - Dr. John Ogrodniczuk - Professor and Director of the Psychotherapy Program at UBC and Founder of Head Up Guys.
If you or someone you know is suffering from depression, help is available. Contact HeadsUpGuys.com for information and resources, or to find a therapist near you. Dr. John Ogrodniczuk, founder of Heads Up Guys, and researcher at UBC discusses the silent epidemic of male suicide and the need for...
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RE-RELEASE EPISODE 49 - Marc Saab - BML Technology
In this week’s episode, we are joined by Marc Saab, founder and managing director of BML Technology, a company that helps organizations develop digital health solutions to improve patient outcomes, and one of ABI Wellness’ scientific advisors. Tune in to hear Marc discuss the progression of…
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Episode 97 - Jenny Clarke - Same You
Advocacy, Awareness and Support. These are the guiding principles for Jenny Clarke, Co-founder and CEO of Same You. Jenny founded the Same You Charity to help bring awareness to and bridge the gaps in brain injury recovery. Compelled to action by experiencing the lack of support and the…
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Episode 96 - Dr. Jan Venter - Functional Medicine and Neuroengineering
Dr. Jan Venter is leading the way in functional neurology, by looking at disease prevention not just treating the ailments. His overall health assessment and targeted treatment programs looks at healthy aging, health optimization, and using evidence-based therapies to treat the body as a whole.…
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Episode 95 - Jennifer Carnegie
Today we speak with Jennifer Carnegie, a neuro-occupational therapist with a focus on providing therapies that promote meaningful activities and ADL's. She discussed how meaningful function is an individualized approach and differs with each person and may change over time. Jennifer talks about…
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Episode 94 - Mark Halvorson
This week on the podcast features Mark Halvorson, brain injury survivor and advocate, support group leader, and author. In this episode, Mark shares his brain injury recovery story and discusses specialized rehab options. He advocates for better support for the whole family of a brain injury...
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Episode 93 - Bill Barrable - Praxis Spinal Cord Institute
This week on the podcast we are joined by Bill Barrable, CEO of Praxis Spinal Cord Institute. At Praxis, Bill leads an expert team focused on creating solutions for people with spinal cord injuries. In this episode, he discusses with Mark the purpose of Praxis, not just to carry out clinical…
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Episode 92 - Zara Dureno - Occupational Therapist
In this week’s episode, we hear from Zara Dureno, occupational therapist and neuro coach. Her message is inspiring, as she shares her knowledge about the “brain’s amazing capacity to change”. She explains what it means to be an occupational therapist and how she empowers the individuals she works...
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Episode 91 - Long COVID Recovery
This week on the podcast, Michelle Taschereau, Director of Customer Experience at ABI Wellness is taking over for a conversation with Cathy Williams and Adriana Patino to discuss the challenges they’ve faced with Long COVID. Cathy and Adriana each share details of their experience in seeking and...
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Episode 90 - Upcoming Training Announcement
If you’re a healthcare professional with a need to standardize and optimize patient care in cognitive rehab, this week’s episode is made for you! Mark Watson, CEO of ABI Wellness, takes just a few minutes to tell you why you should sign up for our upcoming training session to add the Brain…
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Episode 89 - What Inspires Us
In a short special episode, Mark Watson dives into the journey behind the research and creation of the Brain Enhance and Recovery System, from his work with special education, using neuroplasticity to help children with learning disabilities to adapting the program to help people with brain...
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Episode 88 - Shannon Orr - Occupational Therapist
How can advancement and progression be maximized while treating brain injuries in occupational therapy? In this episode, we hear from Shannon Orr, an occupational therapist and partner at Complex Injury Rehab, about the importance of using a research-based approach in brain injury recovery.…
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Episode 87 - Krystal Culler - Virtual Brain Health Center
What actionable steps can a person take, regardless of their age, to improve brain health? This week’s episode is filled with life-changing practical advice from Dr. Krystal Culler, founder and creative director of the Virtual Brain Health Center. Krystal is a Doctor of Behavioral Health with a...
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Episode 86 - Shannon O'Kelley - Physical Therapist
How does neuroplasticity programming work in a physical therapy setting to enable patients to be their best selves? This week we hear from Shannon O’Kelley, president of IRG Physical & Hand Therapy a group with clinics throughout the Northwest. Join us as Shannon talks about how innovation serves...
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Episode 85 - Alexandra Noble
This week on the podcast we are switching things up a bit! Michelle Taschereau, Director of Customer Experience at ABI Wellness is taking over for a conversation with Alexandra Noble, a participant in our Brain Enhance and Recovery System (BEARS) program. In this episode, Alex talks all about her...
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Episode 84 - Drew Dudley - Day One Leadership
This week on the podcast we hear from Drew Dudley! Drew is a leadership author, educator, and speaker, and the founder of Day One Leadership. In this episode, he shares insight into the role of empathy in leadership and how to get past self-doubt. He also discusses with Mark the need for a…
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Take your brain health to the next level with ABI Wellness ( https://www.abiwellness.com/ ). We’ve teamed up with the industry's top specialists, researchers, and advocates to make it happen. Get ready to unlock your full potential with the latest and greatest innovations, technologies, and ideas in brain health and wellness. Join us every week for a power-packed dose of insights and inspiration to supercharge your mind and get you started on the path to brain wellness. Don't settle for less; push yourself to greatness.
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