#2 Neuroscientist Shane O'Mara - Walking, Creativity and Dopamine
Dr Shane O' Mara is a Neuroscientist and professor of Experimental Brain Research in Trinity College Dublin.
Dr O' Mara's academic research concerns the brain systems supporting learning and memory, and how they are affected by stress and depression; He has also explored the intersection of psychology and neuroscience with policy, evidence-based policy-making and related areas.
04:11 The Under-Walking Epidemic 11:26 The Impact of Standing Desks 13:52 Walking Treadmills vs. Outdoor Walking 30:08 Long-Distance Endurance Walking 32:44 Walking and All-Cause Mortality 34:40 Walking and Mental Health 47:51 The Link Between Walking and Creativity 55:44 The Role of the Default Mode Network in Creative Thinking 59:30 The Importance of Preparation and Incubation in Problem-Solving 01:03:37 The Power of Experimentation in Finding Innovative Solutions 01:08:24 Balancing Task Focus and End-State Focus for Effective Problem-Solving 01:10:32 Creating Space for Creative Thinking 01:13:55 Challenging Attention Span Claims 01:17:33 Adaptability to New Technologies 01:23:44 The Complex Relationship with Social Media 01:36:52 The Power of Walking 01:44:03 Tips for Walking More
The Giants Shoulder
A Neuroscience podcast. Each week I talk with experts on a range of fascinating topics from Consciousness and Neuroplasticity to evolution and everything in between. I have a particular interest in using Neuroscience to improve performance, both mental and physical. So that we can live a richer, more fulfilled life.
Evan was CEO and Founder of Weeve Languages for over 4 years and alongside his team developed a novel technique for learning languages. He has a Neuroscience degree from Trinity College Dublin and is a professional tennis coach and amateur Triathlete.
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- Latest episode: 2024-09-02
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