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Mayim Bialik's Breakdown

Mayim Bialik's Breakdown

Mayim Bialik

Health & Fitness
Comedy
Society & Culture

Frequency: 1 episode/5d. Total Eps: 313

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Mayim Bialik’s Breakdown is a quirky, informative, and interactive podcast breaking down the myths and misunderstandings about mental health and emotional well-being. Neuroscientist Mayim Bialik combines her academic background with vast personal experience to provide listeners with valuable practical advice focusing on removing the stigma surrounding mental health and encouraging an understanding of the mind-body connection. Nothing is off limits as Mayim breaks it down with an amazing collection of guests.
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The Real Reason Tyrese Gibson is So Vulnerable Online, Why Men Are Killing Themselves, & Feeling Inspired as an Instrument of God

Episode 233

mardi 3 septembre 2024Duration 01:04:13

FAST & FURIOUS and Billboard star Tyrese Gibson reveals why he is VULNERABLE online and explains the current Men’s Mental Health Crisis, how his Deep Faith and Connection to God guide him, his grief around losing friend and co-star Paul Walker & Living Through LA's Darkest Times in the 90's!

 

He also opens up about life in LA during the Rodney King riots and how it shaped him and how the FAST & FURIOUS franchise changed Hollywood.

 

From his struggles with grief over losing his beloved mother and Paul, to his heartfelt reflections on his recent divorce and how his spirituality has shaped his journey, Tyrese's unique take on legacy, motivation, and embracing life is extremely inspiring!

 

PLUS Tyrese also breaks down:

- His deep fear of owls

- How he's turned the pain of his divorce into a powerful work of art

- Why he doesn’t judge those who aren’t open about their mental health struggles

- How the legendary late Ray Liotta left an unforgettable mark on him, and why Tyrese was scared of him on set

- His time balancing struggles, especially when it comes to parenting

- Pride in raising his Jewish daughter

- Why his past accomplishments don't matter to him & why insecurity is ineffective as a motivator

- What he wants his legacy to be

 

Don’t miss out on one of Tyrese Gibson’s most candid interviews yet - TUNE IN to MBB today!

 

Check out Tyrese Gibson's New Album: https://tyrese.tv/

AND

1992, in Theaters Now: https://www.lionsgate.com/movies/1992

 

Dr. Andrew Weil: Eat These Foods Everyday to Reduce Inflammation, Heal Disease, and Extend Your Life

Episode 232

mardi 27 août 2024Duration 01:53:31

SHOCKING TRUTHS Conventional Medicine Doesn’t Want You to Know - Trailblazing Pioneer in integrative medicine, Dr. Andrew Weil, reveals why so many people are SICK & how we can all use FOOD as MEDICINE to REDUCE INFLAMMATION & HEAL DISEASE.

 

Dr. Andrew Weil (bestselling author, founder and director of Andrew Weil Center for Integrative Medicine) exposes the hidden flaws of conventional healthcare.

 

From the TRUTH about nutrition and natural remedies to the DANGERS of pharmaceuticals, Dr. Weil is here to show you why the current system is on the brink of COLLAPSE.

 

Discover how our medical professionals are FAILING us by ignoring critical aspects of mind-body health and lifestyle changes, the shocking reasons why you should be wary of pharmaceuticals, and why letting your body heal itself whenever possible could be your best bet! 

 

Learn the harsh reality about the government’s role in perpetuating our reliance on this broken system, and why the shaming of patients only makes things worse. Find out why women are suffering more from autoimmune disorders and the ALARMING effects of microplastics and forever chemicals in your body.

 

Is your gut microbiome secretly influencing your health? Dr. Weil reveals his verdicts on gluten sensitivity, soy, alcohol, coffee, seed oils and "The Carnivore Diet". His insights into aging, inflammation, and the truth about what we’ve been sold as “healthy” are game-changing, people!!

 

Dr. Weil also also breaks down:

- How guilt can be an obstacle to healing

- Benefits of framing aging as an inevitable aspect of life

- How inflammation can significantly increase our risk for chronic illness & how to incorporate an anti-inflammatory diet

- Connections between contentment & physical health

- Importance of training medical professionals about nutrition, natural remedies, the mind-body realm, and lifestyle factors

- Which cooking oils we should be using

- Prevalence of gluten sensitivity in Western society

- How much protein do we actually need?

- Dangers of nicotine

 

Plus, get his take on energy medicine and 5 MUST-KNOW wellness tips to protect yourself from hidden health dangers.

 

Don’t miss out on these eye-opening revelations that could change the way you see your health forever!

 

The Andrew Weil Center for Integrative Medicine: https://weilcenter.arizona.edu/

Johann Hari: What They Don't Tell You About Ozempic

Episode 223

mardi 2 juillet 2024Duration 01:59:20

Johann Hari Exposes SHOCKING Secrets About "Magic" Weight Loss Drugs. Discover What They DON’T Tell You About Ozempic.

 

Johann Hari (bestselling author, author of MAGIC PILL: The Extraordinary Benefits and Disturbing Risks of the New Weight Loss Drugs) reveals how his childhood trauma led him to uncover the DARK SIDE of society's obesity epidemic and exposes the 12 RISKS of GLP-1 drugs, from depression and suicidal thoughts, to malnutrition and the startling impact on those with disordered eating. He discusses why he had contradictory feelings when he first learned about the potential benefits of these drugs as he opens up about his prior struggle with obesity and his own experience taking GLP-1 drugs, including why he started feeling worse emotionally and how his relationship with food has changed.

 

Uncover the hidden agenda behind these drugs—they might save lives, but at what cost? And what impact will this have on the body positivity movement? Johann dives deep into the biological, psychological, and social factors fueling this crisis. It's a wake-up call for society—can we REVERSE the damage before it's too late?

 

PLUS, find out the surprising impact of these drugs on addiction recovery and the economic fallout of challenging the obesity industrial complex!

 

Johann Hari explains the cruel reality that it's NOT YOUR FAULT you can't lose weight! Don't miss out on understanding the real causes of obesity and why willpower alone isn't enough. TUNE IN to MBB today!

 

Johann Hari's latest book, Magic Pill: https://www.penguinrandomhouse.com/books/743989/magic-pill-by-johann-hari/

 

Amber Tamblyn: Intuition Not Anxiety

Episode 133

mardi 28 février 2023Duration 59:15

Amber Tamblyn (actress, director, and writer) joins us to discuss all things intuition, from its biological importance and practical ways to be in touch with it, to how modern society has taught us to ignore our intuition and our mind-body connection. She explains why intuition often gets mistaken for anxiety, why feminism matters, the power of the MeToo Movement, and the real societal repercussions of women’s inequality. We also analyze Amber’s recurring wolf dreams, the significance of recurring dreams and consider what it means to redefine the term “psychic.”

Amber Tamblyn's new essay collection, Listening In the Dark: https://www.amazon.com/Listening-Dark-Women-Reclaiming-Intuition/dp/0778333337

Max Greenfield: Recovery Led Me to a God of My Understanding

Episode 132

mardi 21 février 2023Duration 57:52

Max Greenfield (New Girl, The Neighborhood, Veronica Mars, Ugly Betty) stops by for a spontaneous chat with Mayim and Jonathan! He opens up about how feeling alone led to addiction, connecting with others brought him to recovery, and how getting a rescue dog changed his life. Max and Mayim discuss their wildly popular shofar performance on The Late Late Show with James Corden and their love of basketball, and Max reveals why he thinks Mayim doesn’t like to be spontaneous. They discuss the challenges that come with progressive parenting as individuals who were raised under an authoritarian parenting style, the importance of consistency in parenting, and how Max’s spirituality provided a good parenting foundation. Mayim and Jonathan explain the importance of checking in with yourself and being accountable to yourself and others, especially in recovery.

Max Greenfield's new book, This Book is Not a Present: https://www.penguinrandomhouse.com/books/691578/this-book-is-not-a-present-by-max-greenfield-illustrated-by-mike-lowery/

Timber Hawkeye: Every Breakthrough Starts With a Breakdown

Episode 131

mardi 14 février 2023Duration 01:02:47

Timber Hawkeye (bestselling author of the new book The Opposite of Namaste) rejoins Mayim to discuss the real life friendship they’ve developed after his first appearance on the podcast, why mindfulness can feel intimidating, and the positives and negatives of labels. He details how pursuing a minimalist lifestyle has reduced his anxiety, the value of transparency and repentance, and the inner conflict that comes with being addicted to validation. Mayim and Timber considers the differences between envy and jealousy, the differences between observation and judgment, and how nonconformity can be an asset. Timber explains why he was initially averse to labels but now finds liberation in the term “neurodivergent,” and how he learned to use his anxious and obsessive compulsive tendencies to his benefit. He helps Mayim, Producer Valerie, and Engineer Scott hold a mirror up to their vices.

Timber Hawkeye's New Book, The Opposite of Namaste:  https://amzn.to/3Ch1nnt

Anjelah Johnson-Reyes: Trauma Brought The Gift of Help

Episode 130

mardi 7 février 2023Duration 01:33:02

Anjelah Johnson-Reyes (stand-up comedian, actress, author) discusses her journey from professional cheerleader to stand up comedy, the benefits of aligning with your intuition, and how she was able to work through physical and emotional trauma with her dad. She opens up about relying on God to reveal her path in life, how her family’s fear about not fitting into American culture kept her from exploring her heritage, and the mindblowing paranormal experience that put her supernatural podcast on hiatus. Mayim and Anjelah recount going on a USO tour together. They consider the difficulty of breaking family patterns, the benefits of assessing practical outcomes for anxiety-inducing situations, and why we subconsciously assign others authority roles over us.

Anjelah Johnson-Reyes' book, Who Do I Think I Am?: https://www.worthypublishing.com/titles/anjelah-johnson-reyes/who-do-i-think-i-am/9781546000457/

See Anjelah Johnson-Reyes on tour: https://anjelah.com/#tour

Joel Kim Booster: I Knew I Was Gay Before I Knew I Was Asian

Episode 129

mardi 31 janvier 2023Duration 01:04:26

Joel Kim Booster (stand-up comedian, writer, actor) opens up about bipolar disorder, his early sexual identity realizations, and the challenges of living at the intersection of a variety of cultures. He discusses the complexities of being adopted as a baby by a white American Baptist family, his tumultuous teenage years of finding himself while grappling with his deeply religious and conservative parents, and how the arts helped him with his coming out process. Joel details how his bipolar diagnosis helped him reframe his life experiences, his “productive” hypomania, the benefits of medication, and why it can be difficult to let go of mental illness. He reveals why social media has been the biggest stressor on his mental health, how the depiction of Asian men fed into his depression, and the frustration and freedom that comes with being “stereotypically gay.” Mayim breaks down the different types of bipolar disorder and how the condition manifests.

See more of Joel Kim Booster here:

Corey Feldman: They Abused Me, I Learned to Forgive

Episode 128

mardi 24 janvier 2023Duration 50:01

Corey Feldman (The Goonies, Stand By Me, The Lost Boys) opens up about his abusive childhood, grappling with the deaths of so many of his friends, and his spirituality. He discusses what he remembers from his early days of acting, why he wishes he had the option to say no to fame, and the abuse he suffered at the hands of his predators and his own parents. Corey reflects on the healing nature of being a parent, how his life has changed since finding sobriety, and the thought patterns he uses to achieve forgiveness for those who have hurt him. He explains being of service as a form of therapy, his love of philosophy, and the exchange of energy he experiences during his performances. 

Corey Feldman's "Love Left 2.1" Boxset: https://www.cifirecords.com/product-page/preorder-love-left-2-1-boxset

See Corey Feldman on Tour: https://coreyfeldman.net/tour-details-2/

Natasha Leggero: Parenting at the End of the World

Episode 127

mardi 17 janvier 2023Duration 01:01:08

Natasha Leggero (actress, writer, comedian, author of The World Deserves My Children) opens up about how she arrived to her unique parenting journey later in life and provides an honest approach to parenting and "geriatric" pregnancy. She discusses the impact of her father leaving the family at an early age before he married her mom’s best friend, and what it was like to help raise her younger siblings as a child herself. Natasha reveals what she wishes more people knew about the egg-freezing process, merging her life as a career woman with caring for a child, and the importance of finding the right partner to parent with. Mayim and Natasha compare parenting styles and consider the challenges of parenting in the face of environmental panic. They discuss reasons some might not want to have children, why kids crave structure, and why we shouldn’t condition children with fear.

Natasha Leggero's Book, The World Deserves My Children: https://www.simonandschuster.com/books/The-World-Deserves-My-Children/Natasha-Leggero/9781982137076

Natasha Leggero & Moshe Kasher's Podcast, The Endless Honeymoon Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-endless-honeymoon-podcast/id1471202833


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