Deep Thinking with Dr. Steven Stolz
Episodes
The Science of Laughter: How Comedy Triggers Brain Chemistry for Better Health & Relationships | EPS 14
16 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
⚠️ CRITICAL WARNING: Not all humor heals - discover when teasing and sarcasm become psychologically harmful, especially for children and in workpl...
The Original Biohack: A Love Letter to Walking and Human Transformation EPS 013
02 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Key insights include:The 60% creativity boost from walking vs. sittingNeurological mechanisms behind the "feel-good" effectCultural walking practices ...
Art as Creative Expression: Drawing the Human Spirit with Godwin Bradbeer
12 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
ABOUT GODWIN BRADBEER: Born in New Zealand in 1950, Godwin Bradbeer has established himself as one of Australia's seminal drawing-based artists. His m...
Overcoming Perfectionism: Evidence-Based Strategies with Prof. Tracey Wade
29 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Meet Professor Tracey Wade, an internationally recognized expert in perfectionism research from Flinders University. Her groundbreaking work has trans...
PTSD Beyond the Battlefield: Trauma Recovery Insights with Prof. Sandy McFarlane
15 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
About Professor Sandy McFarlaneProfessor Alexander Cowell McFarlane AO is Emeritus Professor of Psychiatry at the University of Adelaide and one of th...
Why Your Stress Is Killing You (And How to Fight Back) | EPS 008
01 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Key Takeaways🧠 Stress Evolution - Your stress response system evolved to save your life, not ruin it⚖️ Optimal Stress Zone - Peak performance o...
Stop Counting Calories: What Nutrition Science Really Says About Weight Loss with Dr. Ahmad Saedisomeolia | EPS 007
17 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
What You'll Discover:~ Why the Food Pyramid failed and what nutrition guidelines actually work~ The calorie counting trap and why it sabotages weight ...
Burnout Breakthrough: Expert Insights from Black Dog Institute Founder Prof. Gordon Parker | Episode 006
03 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
EPISODE CHAPTERS:00:00 - A brief explanation on the phenomenon of burnout04:38 - Professor Parker's academic background08:52 - Did you suffer from bur...
The Perfectionism Trap: Breaking Free from Impossible Standards
20 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Episode Highlights00:00: The Perfectionism Paradox - Why striving for flawlessness often leads to diminishing returns and creative paralysis05:00: Rev...
The Loneliness Epidemic: Connected Yet Alone
06 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
This episode explores the science behind loneliness, examining how modern work culture, changing living arrangements, and digital technology contribut...
The Focused Mind: Mastering Attention in a Distracted World
12 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Chapters:00:00 - Modern Attention Crisis: The Battle for Your Cognitive Focus06:33 - The Birds Study: Groundbreaking Research on Attention Practices11...
Deep Sleep Secrets with Dr. Mark Kohler: How Rest Transforms Your Brain
09 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
00:00:00 - Introduction to Sleep Science and Brain Health00:02:02 - Evolutionary Purpose of Sleep: Why Our Brains Need Rest00:03:11 - Sleep Architectu...
Burnout: When Your Mind Says No!
18 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this premiere episode of Deep Thinking with Dr. Steven Stolz, Dr. Stolz explores the complex and increasingly common phenomenon of burnout. While f...