The Brain People Podcast
Episodes
How to Build Trust
23 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Dr. Daniel Binus and Dr. K’dee Crews explore how to build trust in a healthy way. They unpack the difference between forgiveness an...
126 | How to Forgive
09 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Dr. Daniel Binus and Amanda Anguish explore the power of forgiveness—why holding on to bitterness harms your mind and body, and how...
125 | 10 Keys to Resilience
23 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
124 | Befriend Your Emotions
09 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Dr. Daniel Binus and Dr. K’dee Crews explore how to make friends with your emotions—showing why all feelings, even anxiety, anger...
123 | Fear
26 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Dr. Daniel Binus and Amanda Anguish unpack fear—what it really is, why we feel it, and how to face it in healthy ways. They explore...
122 | Rethinking Your Worth
12 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Dr. K’dee Crews and Amanda Anguish unpack the core belief “I’m not good enough.” They explore how identity (“I am”), movi...
121 | Light, Sleep, & Longevity – Dr. Roger Seheult
30 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Amanda Anguish talks with Dr. Roger Seheult, pulmonary, critical care, sleep, and internal medicine specialist, about how sunlight, c...
120 | Cannabis & Mental Health
16 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Jonathan Edens and Dr. Daniel Binus examine cannabis and mental health—how it acts on the endocannabinoid system; the realities of ...
119 | Hope and Healing - Vicki Griffin
02 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Dr. K’dee Crews interviews Vicki Griffin, author, speaker, and wellness educator, who shares her powerful story of overcoming traum...
118 | The Upside of Boredom
18 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Dr. K’dee Crews and Amanda Anguish show why boredom is a feature—not a flaw—revealing how small doses boost creativity (converg...
117 | Longevity Secrets - Dr. John Scharffenberg
03 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Dr. Daniel Binus interviews Dr. John Scharffenberg about prevention-first medicine and longevity—covering two-meal days, “useful ...
116 | Facing Anxiety
20 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Dr. Daniel Binus and Jonathan Edens show how to face anxiety and rewire your brain using the DARE method—Diffuse, Allow, Run Toward...
115 | True Remedies – Barbara O’Neill
06 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Barbara O’Neill returns to share the true remedies for health and happiness. She breaks down the principles of whole-person healing...
114 | Ultimate Health
23 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Amanda Anguish and Dr. Daniel Binus reveal how true connection and four simple practices—simplicity, slowing, silence & solitud...
113 | Socratic Questioning
08 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Jonathan Edens and Dr. K’dee Crews discuss Socratic questioning and how this powerful technique can help us challenge negative thou...
112 | Men vs. Women
25 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Amanda Anguish and Dr. Daniel Binus discuss the differences in traits and characteristics that make us so unique.__💻 Additional re...
111 | Radical Acceptance
11 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Jonathan Edens and Dr. K'dee Crews discuss what radical acceptance is and why it's an essential part of life.__💻 Additional resour...
110 | Shame
28 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Dr. Daniel Binus and Amanda Anguish discuss the topic of shame and how to overcome the feelings and thoughts associated with this.__💻...
109 | Vitamins & Minerals
14 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Dr. K'dee Crews and Jonathan Edens have a conversation on vitamins and minerals and their impact on our mental health. __💻 Additi...
108 | Dark Psychology
30 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Dr. K'dee Crews and Dr. Daniel Binus discuss what dark psychology is: the science of manipulation and mind control.__💻 Additional ...
107 | Depressive Disorders
16 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Dr. K'dee Crews and Jonathan Edens discuss different disorders that are associated with depression.__💻 Additional resources & ...
106 | Psychedelics
02 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Amanda Anguish and Dr. Daniel Binus have a conversation on psychedelic drugs and whether or not they are an effective method of thera...
105 | Postpartum Depression | Genesis Villa
19 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this special guest episode, Genesis Villa shares her experience dealing with postpartum depression after having her first child.__💻 Additional r...
104 | Electromagnetic Fields
05 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Dr. Binus and Jonathan Edens have a discussion on what Electromagnetic Fields (EMFs) are—and how the frequencies emitted by the ele...
103 | DBT Skills
21 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Amanda Anguish and Dr. K'dee Crews continue their discussion on dialectical behavior therapy (DBT), and how to use therapy skills to ...
102 | SAM-e
07 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Dr. Binus and Jonathan Edens have a discussion on S-Adenosyl methionine (SAM-e)—and why this molecule/supplement can be an effectiv...
101 | Anger Management
24 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Dr. K'dee Crews and Amanda Anguish have a discussion on anger management and how to practice skills on dealing with bouts of rage and...
100 | Slow Living
10 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Jonathan Edens and Amanda Anguish discuss what the concept of slow living is.__💻 Additional resources & Websites:► Medical t...
099 | Psychology of Marketing
26 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Dr. Daniel Binus and Amanda Anguish discuss the power of persuasion behind the the global marketing industry and how it relates to ou...
098 | Politics and Mental Health
18 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Dr. Daniel Binus and Amanda Anguish discuss the state of our political climate and the deep impacts it can have on our mental health....
097 | Complex PTSD Pt. 2
10 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this part two of our PTSD series, Dr. Daniel Binus and Dr. K'dee Crews continue their conversation on complex post-traumatic stress disorder (CPTSD...
096 | Complex PTSD Pt. 1
28 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Dr. K'dee Crews and Dr. Daniel Binus discuss what complex post-traumatic stress disorder is (CPTSD), and how it is used to diagnose d...
095 | Melatonin
15 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Dr. Binus and Jonathan Edens have a discussion on melatonin—and why this molecule is so important to our sleep and mental health.__...
094 | Mindfulness
30 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Jonathan Edens and Dr. K'dee Crews discuss what the concept of mindfulness is and how it can be beneficial in improving awareness in ...
093 | Types of Therapists & Providers
17 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Amanda Anguish and Jonathan Edens discuss their roles as mental health providers. In addition, they discuss other occupations in this...
092 | Meditation
03 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Amanda Anguish and Dr. Daniel Binus debunk myths about mediation and talk about alternate ways on how to approach mediation.__💻 Ad...
091 | People Pleasing
20 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Are you too nice? Dr. K'dee Crews and Amanda Anguish have a conversation on people pleasing and the effects it has on our relationships with others.__...
090 | Treating Bipolar Disorder
05 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Jonathan Edens and Dr. Daniel Binus continue the conversation on the topic of bipolar disorder—discussing wholistic methods on how ...
089 | Cognitive Processing Therapy
21 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Amanda Anguish and Dr. K'dee Crews discuss what Cognitive Process Therapy is and how it used to help people coping with post-trauma...
088 | OCD
07 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Join us as Dr. Daniel Binus and Amanda Anguish discuss what Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder is—as well as therapies to help manage this disorder.__💻...
087 | Sleep Hygiene
24 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Join us as Dr. K'dee Crews and Jonathan Edens continue their discussion on sleep. In this episode, they talk about the importance of good sleep etique...
086 | Overview of DBT
09 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Dr. Daniel Binus and Dr. K'dee Crews give an overview on what Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) is. In future episodes, we will prov...
085 | Life-Threatening Sickness | Johanna Loumber-Altamar
26 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this special guest episode, Johanna Loumber-Altamar shares her story on how a life-threatening illness changed her life.__💻 Additional resources...
084 | Q&A #1
12 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Dr. Daniel Binus and Dr. K'dee Crews discuss questions asked by our listeners. Please feel free to ask questions in the comments and ...
083 | Hydration
29 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Dr. Daniel Binus and Jonathan Edens discuss the importance of staying properly hydrated—and why water is essential to our mental he...
082 | Breathing
17 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Jonathan Edens and Dr. Daniel Binus discuss the importance of breathing and the benefits to our health.__Additional resources about b...
081 | Toxic People
02 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Dr. Daniel Binus and Amanda Anguish discuss four common character traits that are useful in identifying toxic behavior.__Additional r...
080 | Mental Health Laws - Barbara O'Neill
19 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this special guest episode, Barbara O’Neill and Amanda Aguish discuss what the "7 Mental Health Laws" are.__Additional resources about bipolar an...
079 | Emotional Intelligence
04 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Dr. Daniel Binus and Amanda Anguish discuss emotional intelligence and how self-awareness of our emotions effects our daily lives.__A...
078 | Bed Rotting
20 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Join Jonathan Edens and Dr. K'dee Crews as they discuss the popularity of bed rotting, and the pros and cons associated with this trend.__Additional r...
077 | Honoring Parents
09 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Join us as Dr. K'dee Crews and Amanda Anguish discuss the challenges of respecting parents and how we navigate through those complicated family dyna...
076 | CHOOSE LIFE Pt. 2
22 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Join us for part two as Dr. K'dee Crews and Dr. Daniel Binus continue their discussion on the acronym CHOOSE LIFE.__Additional resources about bipolar...
075 | CHOOSE LIFE Pt. 1
10 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Dr. K'dee Crews and Dr. Daniel Binus discuss what the acronym CHOOSE LIFE means. They will break down each letter and the mental heal...
074 | Healthy & Unhealthy Coping Skills
25 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Jonathan Edens and Amanda Anguish discuss coping habits and the different ways we exhibit these traits both positively and negatively...
073 | Maintaining Balance and Sanity
11 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In todays special guest episode, leadership coach Steve Seay and Dr. Daniel Binus discuss effective ways to establish a balanced lifestyle given the d...
072 | From Global Marketer to Life & Health Coach
26 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In todays special guest episode, life and health coach, Mariola Porras, shares with us her testimony on how she made a life changing decision to quit ...
071 | Sleep
12 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In todays episode, Amanda Anguish and Dr. K'dee Crews discuss the importance of sleep, and how effective resting is essential to mental and body healt...
070 | Dry Time
30 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In todays episode, Dr. Daniel Binus and Amanda Anguish discuss the trend of January dry time and the benefits of an alcohol-free lifestyle.__Join the ...
069 | Marriage & Fighting Fair
19 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In todays episode, Jonathan Edens and Amanda Anguish discuss different communication methods that we can apply in marriage as it relates to mental hea...
068 | Finances and Mental Health
03 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Special guest, Justin Goodwin, shares his experience of how he reached financial freedom by age 39. Tune into a special episode on how he was able to ...
067 | Overcoming Depression and Anxiety
18 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Tune into a special episode of the Brain People Podcast where Jonathan Edens gets the chance to talk with a graduate of IOP, Tanner Sharp. Tanner shar...
066 | Gratitude
04 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome back to the Brain People Podcast! As it was recently Thanksgiving, Dr. K'dee Elsen and Dr. Daniel Binus will discuss gratitude. Why should it ...
065 | Forgiveness
22 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Continuing from the last episode, K'dee Crews and Amanda Anguish discuss helpful ways on how to forgive.__✨ Click the link for FREE access to Dr. Bi...
064 | Resentment
07 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, K'dee Crews and Amanda Anguish discuss the harmful impacts of holding resentment towards those in our life circles.__✨ Click the li...
063 | Managing ADHD Pt. 2
24 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Join Dr. Binus and Dr. Edens as they discuss proactive ways and methods on how to effectively manage A.D.H.D.__✨ Click the link for FREE access to D...
062 | Core Beliefs Pt. 2
09 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
What we believe about ourselves, about others, and about life ends up being the basis for everything else we believe. Join us in this second episode o...
061 | Core Beliefs Pt. 1
29 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
What we believe about ourselves, about others, and about life ends up being the basis for everything else we believe. In this episode of the Brain Peo...
060 | Understanding ADHD Pt. 1
12 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
An estimated 8.7 million adults in the US struggle with ADHD. Join Dr. Binus and Jonathan Edens as they start off this two-part series with an overvie...
059 | Compassion Fatigue
21 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this week's episode, our beloved brain people will cover an often overlooked symptom in our study of mental health. Join Dr. K'dee Elsen and Dr. Da...
058 | Language Around Mental Health
28 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode Amanda Anguish and K'dee Elsen highlight the importance of being intentional with our language, especially as it relates to mental hea...
057 | Pros and Cons of Supplements
12 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Join Dr. Daniel Binus and Jonathan Edens as they discuss the pros and cons of supplements. This episode takes a dive into the supplement industry as w...
056 | Ambiguous Grief
30 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Tune into this episode of the Brain People podcast where Dr. Daniel Binus joins experiential grief expert Stephanie Sarazin to share her wisdom throug...
055 | The Best Supplements for Anxiety
12 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Tune in to this episode with Dr. Daniel Binus and Jonathan Edens as they share what supplements are effective for anxiety as well as where you can get...
054 | Communication & Conflict Resolution: Improving Relationships
16 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode K'dee Elsen sits down with Jonathan Edens to discuss the importance of effective communication and how it can be used to resolve confl...
053 | Overcoming Burnout
18 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Today Jonathan Edens is joined by Life & Health Coach, Mariola Porras. Mariola has a passion for helping people reach their true potential and liv...
052 | Mental Health Supplements
04 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Do supplements actually work? Join Dr. Daniel Binus and Jonathan Edens in this episode to discover the answer to that question as well how they may be...
051 | 10 Factors That Contribute to Mental Illness
22 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
What causes mental illness? In this episode Dr. Daniel Binus sits down with Dr. Neil Nedley, world-renowned physician, author, and researcher to discu...
050 | Get to Know Your Hosts
28 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Can you believe this is our 50th episode? We can hardly believe it either. Whether you are a longtime listener or joining us for the first time, tune ...
049 | Building Healthy Relationships
14 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Join Amanda Anguish and relationship expert Staci Bartley as they discuss ways to build meaningful relationships in this special Valentine's Day episo...
048 | Maintaining Habits
07 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Have you ever wondered why some achieve their New Years Resolutions and others don't? In today's episode, Amanda Anguish and Dr. K'dee Elsen share way...
047 | Benefits of Senior Peer Counseling
30 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Join us in this episode with guest Cheri Hummel and Amanda Anguish as we discover what Senior Peer Counseling is and how it can be beneficial.✨ For ...
046 | The Connection Between Creativity and Mental Health
23 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode K'dee Elsen is joined by Rebecca Wong, educator and artist, to discuss the impact creativity plays in mental health. ✨ Click the li...
045 | Decreasing Medications
12 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Join special guest Charinette Gamboa and Jonathan Edens as they discuss how you can train your body to be less reliant on psychiatric medications; and...
044 | ADHD
28 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Ever had trouble to focus? Whether it be in school, at work, or even just zoning out of conversations in daily life, inability to focus is something t...
043 | ABC's of CBT
07 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Join Amanda Anguish and Dr. Binus as they discuss the foundations of CBT (cognitive behavioral therapy) and its use in everyday life.✨ Click the lin...
042 | Ten Cognitive Distortions
24 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Cognitive distortions are something we all have to deal with. Over-exaggerating things our head, minimizing the good and maximizing the bad. How can w...
041 | Treatments for Major Depressive Disorder
10 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Last episode we learned about major depressive disorder: a fairly common ailment in today's society. Now join Dr. Binus and Jonathan Edens as they dis...
040 | Major Depressive Disorder
26 Sep 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Tune into this episode of the Brain People Podcast as Dr. Binus and Jonathan Edens discuss major depressive disorder, its causes, and possible remedie...
039 | Root Causes of Mental Illness
12 Sep 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Mental illness runs rampant in today's society. But what causes it all? Join Dr. K'dee Elsen and Dr. Daniel Binus as we find out. ✨ Click the link ...
038 | Connection Creating Hope
29 Aug 2022
Contributed by Lukas
We all know connection is necessary to healthy mental wellbeing, but did you know that it can actually create hope? Join Dr. Binus and David (Woody) B...
037 | Dissociation
15 Aug 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Join Dr. Binus and Amanda Anguish in this episode as they discuss dissociation and the various ways the mind copes with stress.✨ Click the link for ...
036 | Optimizing Mental Health in Summer
01 Aug 2022
Contributed by Lukas
We all think of summer as a happy and cheerful time. The sun is out, there's not the grey and gloom of winter. But could there be more we can do to im...
035 | Dealing with Crisis Pt. 2
25 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Join Dr. Binus and a special guest from Ukraine; Kris and his wife Robin DenBesten in the second episode of this two-part series as they discuss curre...
034 | Dealing with Crisis Pt. 1
18 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Join Dr. Binus and a special guest from Ukraine; Kris and his wife Robin DenBesten as they discuss current world events and how to cope with the crise...
033 | SMART Goals
11 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Goals are necessary to achieving what you want in life. However, a formula is necessary to make achieving your goals that much easier. Join Amanda and...
032 | Victim vs. Victor Mentality
04 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Join Amanda and Dr. Daniel Binus in this special Independence Day episode as they discuss the differences between a victim and victor mentality and ho...
031 | 5 Ways to Become a Better Dad
17 Jun 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Being present is more important than being perfect. Join Dr. Daniel Binus and guest Steve Seay in this episode as they tackle ways to become better da...
030 | Healthy Grieving and Memorial Day
30 May 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Being reminded of the loss of a loved one is never easy. In this episode, K'dee is joined by grief coach and educator Karen Nicola to discuss healthy ...
029 | Digging Deeper: The 8 Subtypes of Depression
27 May 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Most of us are familiar with depression, but did you know that there are different types? Join Jonathan Edens and Dr. Binus to discover the 8 types of...
028 | Resilience in Stressful Times Pt. 2
09 May 2022
Contributed by Lukas
When the going gets tough, what keeps you going? Resilience is something we all strive to display, so join Amanda and Dr. Binus in the second episode ...