Hello, Brain :)

Why do we replay conversations in our heads? Why can making a simple decision sometimes feel impossible? And why does thinking things through occasionally turn into a cycle of endless questions, scenarios, and “what ifs”?

In this episode of Hello, Brain :), Collin Adams is joined by Dr. Ramona Von Leden and Dr. Dan O’Brien to explore the science behind overthinking and repetitive thought patterns.

Together, they bre...

What does each part of your brain actually do?

In this episode of Hello, Brain :), Collin Adams and Dr. DeJ’a Crippen welcome psychologist and researcher Dr. Tiffany Copeland back to the show for a fascinating tour of the human brain.

Together, they break down some of the brain’s major regions and explore how they communicate with one another to influence the way we think, feel, behave, learn, remember, and respond to the...

What does your gut have to do with your brain? A lot more than you might think.

In this episode of Hello, Brain :), Collin Adams sits down with Dr. Ramona Von Leden, Dr. Dan O’Brien, and Dr. DeJ’a Crippen to explore the connection between gut health and brain health.

We break down the gut-brain axis in simple terms and talk about how digestion, food, the microbiome, mood, energy, and cognitive performance can all be conn...

What if brain health technology could move beyond the clinic and become something people could experience in the places where they already live, work, learn, recover, and age?

In this episode of Hello, Brain :), Collin Adams sits down with Dr. Ramona Von Leden and Tanja Yardley, Founder and CEO of Brainnovation Network, to explore the story and vision behind the NeuroLounge.

They discuss why a new model for accessing brain health te...

Is “mom brain” actually a thing?

In this episode of Hello, Brain :), Collin Adams sits down with Dr. Ramona Von Leden, Dr. Dan O’Brien, and Dr. DeJ’a Crippen to explore what really happens to the brain when you become a mother.

From forgetfulness and distraction to cognitive overload and emotional changes, the conversation goes beyond the joke of “mom brain” to explore how the brain adapts to the ...

What if feeling better starts with understanding your brain and nervous system?

In this episode of Hello, Brain :), Collin Adams sits down with Jasmine Hunt to explore the connection between the brain, nervous system, stress, and mental well-being.

They discuss how stress shows up in the body, how breathing, movement, yoga, and mindfulness can influence our state, and why reconnecting with ourselves is so important for overall well-...

What causes brain fog, and why does it sometimes feel like your brain is running on empty?

In the Season 2 premiere of Hello, Brain :), Collin Adams is joined by Dr. Ramona Von Leden, Dr. Dan O’Brien, and Dr. DeJ’a Crippen to explore the causes of brain fog, mental fatigue, distraction, focus, and cognitive performance.

They discuss why brain fog happens, how to tell what’s really going on, and whether that cup of...

What happens in the brain when anxiety takes over, stress becomes overwhelming, or our emotional reactions feel automatic?

In this episode of Hello, Brain :), Collin Adams and Dr. DeJ’a Crippen sit down with school psychologist and researcher Dr. Tiffany Copeland to explore the connection between the brain, emotions, behavior, the nervous system, and our life experiences.

Together, they discuss how trauma and stress can shape t...

What happens when an ADHD diagnosis finally gives you an explanation for the way your brain works but there’s still another problem you can’t explain?

In this special episode of Hello, Brain :), Dr. DeJ’a Crippen turns the microphone around and interviews the show’s OG host, Collin Adams, about the experiences that ultimately led him into brain health, neuroscience, and the Brainnovation Network.

Collin opens ...

In this episode of Hello, Brain :), Collin sits down with Dr. Dan O’Brien, MD, MBA, PhD, an award-winning physician, healthcare leader, and innovator passionate about improving patient outcomes through technology.

With experience spanning neuroscience, sports medicine, cardiology, medtech, public health, and healthcare management, Dr. Dan brings a unique perspective on where healthcare is headed and how technology can make car...

In this special episode of Hello, Brain :), Collin sits down one-on-one with Dr. Ramona Von Leden to learn more about the person behind the passion for brain health.

Before Season 2 begins, get to know Dr. Ramona as she shares her professional journey, what inspired her work, and the experiences that shaped her mission to help others optimize their brain health.

From meaningful career moments to personal insights and her vision for ...

Before we kick off Season 2 of Hello, Brain :), we're taking some time to introduce the incredible people who will be helping lead the conversations ahead.

In this special episode, host Collin Adams sits down with Dr. DeJ'a Crippen for a conversation that goes beyond credentials.

You'll get to know the person behind the title. Her journey into brain health, the experiences that shaped her, what fuels her passion for helping others, ...

Stroke recovery doesn't end when formal rehabilitation does.

In this episode, Collin Adams and Dr. DeJ'a Crippen sit down with physical therapist and researcher Jemma Kim to explore how physical activity, sedentary behavior, confidence, social support, and community environments influence long-term recovery after stroke.

Together, they discuss why walking in a clinic doesn't always translate to an active lifestyle, the hidden health...

In this episode of Hello, Brain :), Collin Adams sits down with Chaandani Khan, founder of Return to Life, to discuss her journey through persistent post-concussive symptoms and how it inspired her mission to improve concussion care.

Together, they explore the hidden challenges of brain injury, the importance of patient-centered care, and how lived experience can help transform recovery for others.

Whether you're recovering from a c...

The brain health world is growing fast but finding products you can trust isn't always easy.

In this episode, Collin Adams sits down with Balraj Dhillon, Director of Product Partnerships at Brainnovation Network, to explore the Brainnovation Marketplace, how products are selected, who it's built for, and how to confidently navigate today's brain health technologies.

Explore the Brainnovation Marketplace: shop.brainnovationnetwork.co...

In this episode of Hello, Brain :), Collin Adams sits down with Glen Lubbert, CEO of Stamina Lab, to explore the power of Solution-Focused Coaching.

Glen shares his journey, what makes this coaching approach different from traditional methods, and how focusing on solutions instead of problems can create lasting change.

They also discuss the Foundations of Solution-Focused Coaching program, who it's designed for, the skills participa...

What if balance is really a brain function?

Collin Adams and Dr. Ramona Von Leden welcome vestibular rehabilitation pioneer Sheila Thelen to explore the powerful connection between the vestibular system, brain health, concussion recovery, and healthy aging.

Discover how vestibular training is transforming care for people with dizziness, neurological conditions, and balance disorders and why the future of brain health may depend on ...

In this episode of Hello, Brain :), Collin Adams and Dr. Ramona Von Leden sit down with Eric Guerrieri, President and Co-founder of Korrect Life, to explore the science of human performance, brain health, and optimization.

Together, they discuss Eric's journey in building Korrect Life, the critical role the brain plays in motivation and performance, the foundations of lasting energy and focus, and the emerging science behind paraxan...

Can you train your brain the way you train your body?

In this episode of Hello, Focus :), Collin Adams sits down with Dr. Mustafa Hamada, co-founder of Mendi, to explore the science of neurofeedback and its growing role in improving focus, performance, stress resilience, and brain health.

Together, they discuss how neurofeedback works, why real-time brain training can be so powerful, who benefits most from it, and what the future hol...