Decisions That Count
Episodes
42. Why Calories Have Nothing to Do With Nutrition
19 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Food, Freedom & the Fatigue of Choice (with Jon Engelson)How do you make better food decisions when you’re already mentally exhausted? In this e...
41. Why High Performers Make Their Worst Decisions Under Pressure
12 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Tennis might look like a physical game — but what if the real battle is in your brain? 🎾🧠In this episode of Decisions That Count, Dr. Shawn Wa...
40. The Story Behind the Highest-Grossing Documentary
05 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of Decisions That Count, we go behind the camera with multi-award-winning producer Jim Czarnecki – the producer behind Bowling for C...
39. Would You Trust A Digital You? With Dr. Andy Walshe
29 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Would you trust a digital version of yourself to make decisions on your behalf? In this episode of Decisions That Count, we sit down with elite human ...
38. You’re Wasting Your Best Decisions on Social Media with Ted Sacripanti
21 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
From Virality to Clarity: how do you make smart choices in a world where TikTok, algorithms and AI are constantly nudging what you watch, think, buy a...
37. What It Really Takes To Make It In Hollywood with Steven Puri
14 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of Decisions That Count, Dr. Shawn Watson and Michelle O’Brien sit down with Steven Puri – former Hollywood executive, tech founde...
36. Why Taking a Break Might Be Making You Less Productive With Mark Stringer
08 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
The Unseen Conflict: Why Great Leaders Must Let Go (with Mark Stringer)Decision fatigue isn’t just about too many choices—it’s the identity drag...
35. How One Decision Changed Travel Safety For Every Family With Steve Okun
31 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
The Unchecked Leader: Why High-Quality Decisions Require Checks, Balances, and Empathy (w/ Steven “Steve” Okun)When stakes are high, one brain isn...
34. How Life-or-Death Decisions Rewired My Brain With Claire Jedrek
24 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
The Race Brain: How Life-or-Death Decisions Rewired Her for Success (with Claire Jedrek)Ever wondered how elite drivers make split-second choices at 3...
33. Make Every Health Decision Against These 6 Pillars With Dr. Miina Öhman MD-PhD
17 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Decision fatigue is real—and fixable. In this episode, neuroscientist Dr. Shawn Watson and Biotech CMO Michelle O’Brien sit down with Dr. Miina Ö...
32. Why Gen Z Is BURNING OUT: The Cost of Endless Choices with Holly Smith
12 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
The Gen Z Compass: How to Beat Decision Fatigue & Choose with Purpose (ft. Holly Smith)Gen Z is growing up in a world of hyper-choice—and it’s...
31. How to Align Goals with Your Soul Line With Bhavna Toor
05 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Rewiring Your Inner Compass: Bhavna Toor on Conscious Choice, Mindful Leadership & Decision Fatigue. Feeling stretched thin by constant decisions?...
30. Community Is A Catalyst For Systemic Change with Dr. Rebekah Jade
28 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
What if the fastest way to overcome decision fatigue isn’t more willpower—but more community? In this episode, neuroscientist Dr. Shawn Watson and...
29. Why Your Morning Scroll Is Wasting Your Best Decisions With James Kirkham
19 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
The Unforeseen Cost of Connection: Digital Ethics, Algorithms & Decision Fatigue Is social media quietly taxing your brain’s ability to choose w...
28. Silence, Storytelling & Influence: The Science of Oracy With Charles Byrne
12 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Do your words create clarity—or more noise? In this episode of Decisions That Count, neuroscientist Dr. Shawn Watson and biotech CMO/ marathoner Mic...
27. Anthropology for Leaders: How to Fix Broken Decisions With Dan Walsh
05 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
The Anthropologist’s Compass: How Understanding Human Behavior Powers Better Decisions & Social Change What if your most impactful decisions sta...
26. The Truth About Work-Life Balance (It's a Myth) With Natalie Duvall
29 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
The Unseen Layers: How Identity & Purpose Shape Your Decisions.What if the very decisions that define you are shaped by unseen layers of identity,...
25. What The World's Toughest Clients Taught Me About Strength With Javeno McLean
20 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
When everything tells you to quit, what makes you keep going?In this powerful episode of Decisions That Count, neuroscientist Dr. Shawn Watson and co-...
24. Fueling for Focus: Why CEOs, Athletes & Parents Need Gut Resilience With Jessica O'Dwyer
08 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Can your gut, stress hormones, and menstrual cycle be the real reason you're struggling with brain fog or decision fatigue? In this powerful episo...
23. Why Your Closet Is Full But You Have Nothing to Wear With Fashion Tech CEO Julia K. Dietmar
04 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
The Intentional Wardrobe: Transform Your Fashion Choices & Beat Decision Fatigue Ever stare into a closet packed with clothes and still feel like...
22. What Red Bull Taught Me About Resilience & Authenticity with Arun Hozack
30 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
How Global Leaders Avoid Burnout | Arun Hozack on Cross-Cultural Decision-Making & Cognitive ResilienceWhat does it take to lead billion-dollar br...
21. The Cost of Not Making a Decision: With Behavioural Scientist Penny Locaso
04 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Is Your Silence Sabotaging Your Success? - Penny Locaso on Fear, Leadership & Decision FatigueAre you holding back from making a decision that cou...
20. How to Make the RIGHT Ethical Decision (When Everyone Else Disagrees)
27 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
When Everyone Else Says No: How Do You Stand Firm on Decisions That Count for a Sustainable Future? What does it take to stand firm on your values whe...
19. Are You Making Critical Decisions on Autopilot? Here’s How to Stop
23 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Autopilot thinking, decision fatigue, and hidden cognitive biases could be sabotaging your judgment right now. In this episode of Decisions That Count...
18. High Achievers: The Brain's Limit to Decision-Making
13 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this powerful episode of Decisions That Count, neuroscientist Dr. Shawn Watson and biotech CMO Michelle O’Brien speak with serial entrepreneur Ka...
17. ER Doctor: My Brain Failed in a Life-or-Death Moment
06 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
When every decision carries the weight of life and death, how does the human brain cope? In this powerful episode of Decisions That Count, Dr. Shawn W...
16. News Anchor Reveals The REAL Cost of High-Stakes Decisions with Teymoor Nabili
30 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of Decisions That Count, we dive deep into the high-pressure world of live news broadcasting with Teymoor Nabili, former anchor for Al...
15. Is Decision Fatigue Killing Your Creativity? with Composer Xiao'an Li
28 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Ever wondered how the sheer volume of creative decisions impacts musicians, composers, and educators? In this insightful episode of Decisions That Cou...
14. Is Alcohol Stealing Your Best Decisions? with James Swanwick
16 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Are you a high achiever wondering if alcohol is quietly holding you back? In this eye-opening episode of Decisions That Count, Dr. Shawn Watson and Mi...
13. The Science Of Decision Fatigue with Neuroscientist Dr Shawn Watson
09 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Feeling overwhelmed by too many decisions? You’re not alone—decision fatigue is real, and it's affecting your productivity, relationships, and...
12. Can You Reclaim Your Health by Defying the Norm? with Dr. Cheryl Kam
02 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
What happens when a top doctor walks away from conventional medicine to help people create health instead of just treat sickness? In this powerful epi...
11. Can You Beat Decision Fatigue When Millions Are on the Line? with Geo Chen
25 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of Decisions That Count, we dive into the high-stakes world of global finance with Geoffrey Chen—author of the Fidenza Macro newslet...
10. Are We Outsourcing Too Many Critical Decisions To AI? with Luis Gonzalez
19 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this eye-opening episode of Decisions That Count, Dr. Shawn Watson and Michelle O’Brien sit down with Luis F. Gonzalez—Chief Data & AI Offi...
9. Can Empathy Improve Your Team's Decisions? with Joseph Cope
11 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of Decisions That Count, Dr. Shawn Watson and Michelle O'Brien sit down with Joseph Cope, "The Empathy Guy," to unpack t...
8. How Algorithms Exacerbate Decision Fatigue & What You Can Do About It? with Tim Lindley
04 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Are you trapped in the endless scroll? Ever found yourself deep in digital rabbit holes at 2 AM, feeling mentally drained yet unable to stop? You'...
7. The Mental Load of Managing a Home: Is It Really Decision Overload? with Michelle O'Brien
28 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Decision fatigue doesn’t just show up in boardrooms or esports arenas—it starts in your living room. In this eye-opening episode of Decisions That...
6. Could Your Morning Routine Save Your Mind? with Tom Platts
21 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this inspiring episode of Decisions That Count, discover how one man's extraordinary endurance challenge became a life-changing journey to cognitiv...
5. Can Purpose Act as a Powerful Antidote to Cognitive Overload? with Sharad Lal
17 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Discover practical strategies for simplifying choices and prioritizing what truly mattersExplore the role of mindfulness, self-awareness, and emotiona...
4. High-Stakes Startup Decisions: How Do You Avoid Failure? with Jeremy Au
07 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Ever feel like your brain's just hit its limit? Dive into the science of decision fatigue with Dr. Shawn Watson and Michelle O’Brien on Decisions Th...
3. How to Navigate Cross-Cultural Decision Making? with Scott Clements
28 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of Decisions That Count, we sit down with Scott Clements, a seasoned finance expert and partner at Tribeca Capital, to uncover the sec...
2. Can Cognitive Motor Dual-Tasking Combat Decision Fatigue? with Anna Milani
21 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Unlock Your Better Decision Making with Cognitive-Motor Dual Tasking! 🤯In this episode of Decisions That Count, we explore the groundbreaking conce...
1. What Is Decision Fatigue and How Does It Affect Your Brain? with Dr Shawn Watson
14 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Ever feel like your brain is fried after a long day of decision-making? You're not alone! In this first episode of Decisions That Count, Dr. Shawn Wat...