PODCAST · non-profit
HeadWise
by National Headache Foundation
A podcast about the latest news on migraine disease and headache disorders.
Episodes
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Headache vs. Facial Pain: Understanding the Difference ft. Fred Cohen, MD
What's behind facial pain, and how is it different from headache? Lindsay Weitzel, PhD, and headache medicine specialist Fred Cohen, MD, cover common facial pain conditions, how providers reach a diagnosis, available treatment options, and the specialists who can help.
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Neck Pain, Migraine, and Headache: How Are They Related? ft. Paul Mathew, MD
In this episode of HeadWise, host Lindsay Weitzel, PhD talks with neurologist and headache medicine specialist Paul Mathew, MD about how neck pain, headache, and migraine are connected, and why that connection so often gets overlooked in clinical visits. Paul Mathew, MD walks through three...
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Back to School for Kids with Migraine ft Alexandra Ross, PhD
In this episode of HeadWise™, Dr. Alexandra Ross, a pediatric headache psychologist from Streamind Health, joins host Lindsay Weitzel, PhD, to share real strategies for the school year ahead: building routines that stick, using 504 plans for accommodations, sneaking in "micro breaks" during…
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Meet NHF’s New Board President ft. Hope O'Brien, MD, MBA
Meet Hope O’Brien, MD, MBA, the new president of the National Headache Foundation’s Board of Directors. In this episode of HeadWise™, Dr. O’Brien shares what led her to headache medicine, the challenges facing headache care today and her vision for the future of NHF.
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Headache and Migraine After Concussion
What happens when headache, migraine-like symptoms or other symptoms persist after a concussion? In this episode, host Lindsay Weitzel, PhD, is joined by neurologist Shae Datta, MD, to discuss concussion, post-traumatic headache and the recovery process. They explore what to do after a…
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Understanding Nausea and Vomiting With Migraine
Nausea and vomiting are common symptoms associated with migraine, but they can look very different from one person to another. Some people experience mild nausea, while others may have vomiting that makes it difficult to eat, drink or take medication. In this episode, host Lindsay Weitzel, PhD…
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Psychedelics and Headache Disorders
What role could psychedelics play in the future of headache medicine? In this episode of HeadWise, host Lindsay Weitzel, PhD, is joined by Emmanuelle Schindler, MD, PhD, to discuss the latest research on psilocybin and other psychedelics in migraine, cluster headache, and post-traumatic headache....
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Actionable Pathways in Treatment-Resistant Migraine ft. Amelia Barrett
In this episode of HeadWise™, host Lindsay Weitzel, PhD, is joined by Amelia Barrett, MD to explore how emerging research on biological pathways may help explain why some people experience treatment-resistant migraine. The conversation focuses on several actionable pathways involved in medication...
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Histamine as a Migraine and Headache Trigger ft. Amelia Barrett
In this episode, host Lindsay Weitzel, PhD, is joined by neurologist Amelia Barrett, MD, to explore the role histamine may play in migraine and headache disorders. Dr. Barrett explains what histamine is, how it functions in the immune system, and why elevated histamine levels may contribute to...
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Understanding Headache Locations ft. Fred Cohen, MD
In this episode, host Lindsay Weitzel, PhD, is joined by headache specialist Fred Cohen, MD, to explore one of the most common questions people ask about headache disorders: What does it mean if my head hurts in a specific location?
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Migraine Clinical Trials Explained
In this episode, host Lindsay Weitzel, PhD is joined by Tim Smith, MD and migraine clinical trial participant Tierra Lillard to explore how migraine clinical trials help advance treatment options and improve care for people living with migraine.
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Tyramine and Headache: Foods, Triggers, and What to Know ft. Amelia Barrett
In this episode, host Lindsay Weitzel, PhD, is joined by neurologist Amelia Barrett, MD, to explore the role of tyramine in headache and migraine. They break down what tyramine is, how it affects the body, and why certain foods may trigger headache or migraine attacks in some people.
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April Migraine Research News: PACAP Treatments, Exercise & Cannabis Studies ft. Tim Smith, MD
In this week’s episode of HeadWise, Lindsay Weitzel, PhD, and Tim Smith, MD, break down the latest migraine research news. They discuss a new PACAP-targeting migraine treatment in development, research on exercise and migraine frequency, “false non-responders” to CGRP therapies, and new findings…
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Behavioral Therapies for Migraine ft. Dawn Buse, PhD
Behavioral therapies can play a key role in migraine care. In this episode of HeadWise, Lindsay Weitzel, PhD, is joined by Dawn Buse, PhD, to break down approaches like cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), biofeedback, relaxation training, mindfulness, and ACT. Learn how these strategies help...
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Blood Sugar and Migraine ft. Laurel Short, DNP
Blood sugar may play a bigger role in migraine disease than many people realize. In this episode of HeadWise™, host Lindsay Weitzel, PhD, and guest Laurel Short, DNP, explore how blood sugar fluctuations, insulin, and meal timing may impact headache and migraine, along with simple strategies to...
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Why Do You Get Headache Attacks When You're Sick? ft. Fred Cohen, MD
In this episode, host Lindsay Weitzel, PhD, is joined by headache medicine specialist Fred Cohen, MD, director of Headache Intervention in New York City and assistant professor at the Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai, to discuss why headache attacks commonly occur during viral illnesses…
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Exercise Tips for Migraine and Headache Disorders ft. Sam Kelokates
In this episode, host Lindsay Weitzel, PhD, is joined by Sam Kelokates, PT, DPT, founder of Kelos Physical Therapy, to discuss how people living with migraine and other headache disorders can approach exercise safely and effectively. They explore how physical activity can both trigger and help...
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How Exercise Affects Migraine ft. Laurel Short, DNP
In this episode, Laurel Short, DNP and host Lindsay Weitzel, PhD, break down the science behind aerobic exercise, strength training, and yoga—and how each can influence migraine frequency, intensity, and overall wellbeing. They also discussion the difference between primary exercise headache and...
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Understanding Pain Psychology in Migraine Treatment ft. Dawn Buse & Katy Oakley
In this episode, host Lindsay Weitzel, PhD, is joined by Dr. Dawn Buse, a psychologist specializing in headache and migraine, and Katie Oakley, who shares her personal journey living with chronic and post-traumatic headache. Together, they explore the role of behavioral therapies in migraine care...
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Meet the New CEO of the National Headache Foundation ft. Katy Oakley
In this episode of HeadWise™, host Lindsay Weitzel, PhD, welcomes Katy Oakley, the new Chief Executive Officer of the National Headache Foundation (NHF). Katy shares her personal journey living with post-traumatic headache and chronic migraine following a traumatic brain injury in her twenties…
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Do Viral Migraine Remedies Work? Breaking Down the Science ft. Fred Cohen, MD
In this episode of HeadWise™, host Lindsay Weitzel, PhD, talks with headache specialist Fred Cohen, MD, about the viral migraine remedies circulating on TikTok, Instagram, and social media — and whether any of them are actually helpful. Together, they break down popular home remedies and…
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Is Migraine a Systemic Disease? ft. Vincent Martin, MD
In this episode of HeadWise™, host Lindsay Weitzel, PhD, talks with Vincent Martin, MD—director of the Headache and Facial Pain Center at the University of Cincinnati—about a foundational and evolving question in headache medicine: Is migraine a systemic disease? Dr. Martin explains why migraine…
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Cerebral Venous Congestion and Headache ft. Ferdinand Hui, MD
In this episode of HeadWise™, host Lindsay Weitzel, PhD, talks with Ferdinand Hui, MD, Medical Director of Neuro-Interventional Surgery at the University of Hawaii, about cerebral venous congestion—an emerging and often misunderstood contributor to persistent head pressure, visual symptoms, and...
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Cogniphobia and Migraine Explained
In this episode of HeadWise, host Lindsay Weitzel, PhD, talks with Elizabeth Seng, PhD, Associate Professor of Psychology at Yeshiva University, about cogniphobia—the fear and avoidance of cognitive exertion because of the belief that thinking too hard might trigger or worsen pain. Dr. Seng...
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How to Transition Migraine Care for College and Beyond
Moving from high school to college, or from your parents’ care to your own, can be a major life transition. For people living with migraine or other headache disorders, these changes can also mean adjusting how you access, organize, and maintain effective care. In this episode of HeadWise, Dr....
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Understanding Acute Migraine Treatments: What’s Available and How They Work
When a migraine attack strikes, finding the right acute treatment can make all the difference. In this episode of HeadWise, Lindsay Weitzel, PhD, talks with Dr. Robert Kaniecki, Director of the UPMC Headache Center, about today’s full range of acute migraine medications — what they are, how they...
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When Migraine Leads You to Rethink Your Career Path
In this episode of HeadWise, Lindsay Weitzel, PhD talks with Paula Dumas, founder of Migraine Again and co-host of the Migraine World Summit, about what happens when migraine forces you to rethink your career path. Paula shares her personal journey and the lessons she’s learned along the way....
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The Limits of Mind Body Medicine for Migraine
What are the limits of mind-body approaches in managing migraine? In this episode of HeadWise, Lindsay Weitzel, PhD, talks with Elizabeth Seng, PhD, Associate Professor of Psychology and expert in headache psychology, about the promises and pitfalls of behavioral strategies for migraine.…
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New Migraine Research: GLP-1s, Breastfeeding Safety, and NDPH
In this special HeadWise News episode, Lindsay Weitzel, PhD and Tim Smith, MD, break down some of the most talked-about new studies in headache and migraine research. Topics include: GLP-1 medications and their potential to reduce migraine days Reassuring data on ubrogepant use while…
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Idiopathic Intracranial Hypertension Explained
In this episode of HeadWise, Lindsay Weitzel, PhD, is joined by neurosurgeon Dr. Betsy Grunch to explore idiopathic intracranial hypertension (IIH)—also known as pseudotumor cerebri or high-pressure headache. Dr. Grunch explains what IIH is, why it can be difficult to diagnose, and how it differs...
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Cervicogenic Headache: Causes, Diagnosis & Treatment
Cervicogenic headache is head pain caused by neck problems and can be misdiagnosed as migraine. Host Lindsay Weitzel, PhD, discusses causes, diagnosis, and treatments, from physical therapy to surgery, with guest neurosurgeon Betsy Grunch, MD. You’ll learn: ⬩ How cervicogenic headache differs…
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Headache-Specific Locus of Control: What You Can (and Can’t) Control
What does it really mean to “take control” of your migraine or head pain? In this episode of HeadWise™, host Lindsay Weitzel, PhD, speaks with Elizabeth Seng, PhD, psychologist, researcher, and professor at Yeshiva University, about the psychological concept of locus of control and how it applies...
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Can Jaw Pain Trigger Migraine? Understanding TMD
Temporomandibular disorder (TMD) is more than just jaw pain—it can play a surprising role in migraine and head pain. In this episode of HeadWise™, Lindsay Weitzel, PhD, sits down with headache specialist Fred Cohen, MD, to explore how structural jaw issues might contribute to migraine attacks.…
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Craniosacral Therapy for Migraine And Head Pain
In this episode of HeadWise™, Lindsay Weitzel, PhD, sits down with certified craniosacral therapist Elizabeth Browning Jones, RMT, to explore how this gentle, hands-on therapy may help people living with migraine and head pain. They unpack the science and theory behind craniosacral therapy, how…
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OnabotulinumtoxinA for Migraine: What You Need to Know
Is OnabotulinumtoxinA (Botox) effective for chronic migraine and how does it really work? In this episode of HeadWise™, Lindsay Weitzel, PhD, sits down with headache specialist Fred Cohen, MD, to explore the science, real-world impact, and practical considerations of OnabotulinumtoxinA treatment...
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Allodynia, Central Sensitization, and the Progression of Migraine
Why can something as simple as wearing earrings or taking a shower trigger pain when living with migraine? In this episode of HeadWise, Lindsay Weitzel, PhD, is joined by leading headache specialist Dr. Richard Lipton to explore the phenomenon of allodynia—when normally non-painful touch becomes...
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Misunderstood and Misdiagnosed: A New Look at ME/CFS
What do migraine, chronic fatigue, and connective tissue have in common? In this episode of HeadWise, Lindsay Weitzel, PhD talks with neurologist Ilene Ruhoy, MD, about the misunderstood world of ME/CFS. They explore how fatigue, headache, and pain overlap—and what doctors may be missing when...
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The Autonomic Nervous System’s Role in Headache and Migraine
What do symptoms like fatigue, dizziness, nausea, and brain fog have in common? They may all be signs of autonomic nervous system (ANS) dysfunction—an often-overlooked factor in headache and migraine care. In this episode of HeadWise, Lindsay Weitzel, PhD, welcomes Lauren Natbony, MD,...
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Prescribing Medications Off-Label for Kids
Why do we have so few FDA approved migraine medications for children? Should parents be concerned when their children are prescribed one or more medications that are "off-label" for pediatric patients? What does "off-label" really mean? Does it affect whether insurance will cover medications?…
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Blending East & West for Mind-Body Alignment. Insights from Dr. Trupti Gokani
In this episode of HeadWise, Lindsay Weitzel, PhD, sits down with Trupti Gokani, MD, neurologist and Ayurvedic expert, to explore the profound impact of stress on the mind and body. Dr. Gokani shares her unique perspective on how disconnecting from our true self can manifest as physical symptoms...
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Sleep and Its Impact on Migraine
In this episode of HeadWise, Lindsay Weitzel, PhD, is joined by headache specialist Lauren Natbony, MD, for an in-depth conversation on the complex relationship between sleep and migraine. They explore questions many people living with migraine ask: Can melatonin help? Are over-the-counter or...
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Nutraceuticals for Headache and Migraine | What Works and What Doesn’t?
Are nutraceuticals and supplements effective for migraine and headache prevention? In this episode of HeadWise, Lindsay Weitzel, PhD, sits down with Stewart Tepper, MD, a leading expert in headache medicine, to discuss the evidence behind popular supplements like riboflavin (B2), magnesium…
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Can Acupuncture Help Headache and Migraine?
Can acupuncture help people living with headache and migraine? Dr. Lindsay Weitzel sits down with neurologist and headache specialist Dr. Lauren Natbony to explore the science behind acupuncture for migraine and headache disorders. They discuss how it works, who it might help, and whether it can…
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Headache & Migraine News: FDA Approvals, Treatment Updates & More | March 2025
The latest in migraine and headache news! In this episode, Lindsay Weitzel, PhD, and Tim Smith, MD, discuss new FDA-approved migraine and pain treatments, surprising research findings, and what it all means for people living with migraine. Learn about a newly approved acute migraine medication, a...
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The Impact of Migraine Stigma & Why It Matters
Migraine is a legitimate neurological disease, yet many people hesitate to seek care due to stigma. In this episode, Lindsay Weitzel, PhD, talks with Susan Hutchinson, MD, about new data from the OVERCOME study, revealing how stigma affects migraine care, mental health, and quality of life. Learn...
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Understanding the Phases of a Migraine Attack
Migraine is more than just head pain, it comes with a range of symptoms before, during, and after the headache phase. In this episode, Lindsay Weitzel, PhD talks with Dawn Buse, PhD, about the MiCOAS study, which explores how people experience symptoms in different phases of a migraine attack....
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Changes for Women with Migraine | Midlife
Change is challenging for everyone, but for people living with migraine, navigating life’s transitions can be especially complex. In this episode of #HeadWise, host Lindsay Weitzel, PhD, sits down with headache psychologist Dawn Buse, PhD, to explore the unique challenges women in midlife face...
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Weather, Headache, and Migraine: What is the Connection?
How do weather changes affect headache and migraine? Lindsay Weitzel, PhD, talks with Fred Cohen, MD, about the latest research on barometric pressure, temperature shifts, and other weather-related factors. Learn how these changes impact headache and migraine, and what treatments may help.
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Setting SMART Goals for Headache and Migraine Management
In this episode of HeadWise, Dr. Lindsay Weitzel speaks with Dr. Dawn Buse about how people living with migraine can set SMART Goals to create sustainable lifestyle changes. The discussion focuses on practical strategies for improving health and well-being while managing migraine. Developing...
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Navigating Migraine While Breastfeeding | Medications, Myths & More
Can you treat migraine while breastfeeding? What medications are safe? In this episode of HeadWise, Lindsay Weitzel, PhD, talks with headache specialist Susan Hutchinson, MD, to break down safe treatment options, when migraine might return postpartum, and whether “pump and dump” is really necessary.
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