The Huberman Lab podcast is hosted by Andrew Huberman, Ph.D., a neuroscientist and tenured professor in the department of neurobiology, and by courtesy, psychiatry and behavioral sciences at Stanford School of Medicine. The podcast discusses neuroscience and science-based tools, including how our brain and its connections with the organs of our body control our perceptions, our behaviors, and our health, as well as existing and emerging tools for measuring and changing how our nervous system works. Huberman has made numerous significant contributions to the fields of brain development, brain function, and neural plasticity, which is the ability of our nervous system to rewire and learn new behaviors, skills, and cognitive functioning. He is a McKnight Foundation and Pew Foundation Fellow and was awarded the Cogan Award, given to the scientist making the most significant discoveries in the study of vision, in 2017. Work from the Huberman Laboratory at Stanford School of Medicine has been published in top journals, including Nature, Science, and Cell, and has been featured in TIME, BBC, Scientific American, Discover, and other top media outlets. In 2021, Dr. Huberman launched the Huberman Lab podcast. The podcast is frequently ranked in the top 10 of all podcasts globally and is often ranked #1 in the categories of Science, Education, and Health & Fitness.
In this episode of the Huberman Lab Podcast, Dr. Andrew Huberman interviews Dr. Mary-Frances O'Connor about the neuroscience of attachment and loss, exploring why grief feels physically painful and the associated health risks. They discuss grief as a natural response to loss, differentiating between grief as an emotion...
In this episode of Huberman Lab Essentials, Andrew Huberman interviews Lex Fridman about artificial intelligence, machine learning, and robotics. Fridman explains AI as a philosophical endeavor to create intelligent systems, a set of computational tools for automation, and an attempt to understand the human mind. They ...
In this episode of the Huberman Lab podcast, Dr. Andrew Huberman interviews Dr. Melissa Ilardo, an expert in human genetics and epigenetics, about how behavior and environment modify gene expression. They discuss the inheritance of traits like eye color, the mammalian dive reflex and its effects on the spleen, mate sel...
In this episode of Huberman Lab Essentials, Andrew Huberman discusses how to apply science-based protocols to optimize various aspects of daily life, including sleep, learning, creativity, and meal timing. He structures the information around a typical day, sharing his personal routines and the scientific reasons behin...
This episode explores the neuroscience and psychology behind comedy with renowned comedian Tom Segura, delving into the creative processes involved in developing narratives that are both funny and thought-provoking. The discussion begins with an exploration of the interplay between daily life observations and larger cu...
This episode explores the challenges and future directions in psychiatry, contrasting it with neurology and highlighting the reliance on subjective verbal assessments due to the absence of definitive biological markers. Dr. Deisseroth elucidates how psychiatry grapples with diagnosing mental disorders using words and s...
This episode explores the complexities of nutrition, challenging the notion of a single "best" diet and emphasizing individual variability and the impact of food quality. Against the backdrop of global dietary patterns, the discussion pivots to the pitfalls of the standard American diet, laden with processed foods and ...
This episode explores the science of hearing and balance, detailing how these systems interact with the brain to enhance learning and overall well-being. It begins by explaining the mechanics of hearing, from sound waves entering the pinna to the cochlea converting them into electrical signals, emphasizing the brain's ...
This episode explores the intersection of legal frameworks, emotional connections, and trust in relationships, particularly focusing on prenuptial agreements. James Sexton challenges the conventional view of prenups as unromantic, framing them instead as tools for establishing safety and preventing conflicts by creatin...
This episode explores the fascinating world of chemical sensing, focusing on smell and taste, and their impact on human biology and interpersonal communication. Against the backdrop of a discussion on the controversial existence of human pheromones, the podcast delves into the undeniable influence of volatile chemical...
This episode explores the ethology of domesticated animals, focusing on dogs and cats, and how understanding their evolutionary backgrounds can improve their well-being. Dr. Karolina Westlund explains that different dog breeds exhibit varying degrees of the wolf hunting sequence, from sniffing to chasing and even killi...
This episode explores the comparative health benefits of different protein sources, specifically whey protein versus bone broth and collagen protein. The host addresses a listener question regarding the distinct advantages of each, highlighting the superior leucine content of whey protein for muscle growth and repair....
This episode explores the science of vision, emphasizing that eyesight is not just about perceiving shapes and colors, but also influences mood and alertness. It begins by highlighting the eyes as the sole pathway for light to reach the body's cells, underscoring the neural retina's role as an extension of the central ...
This episode explores the nature of addiction and effective recovery strategies, featuring insights from addiction treatment expert Ryan Soave. The discussion begins by differentiating between substance use disorders and addiction, emphasizing that addiction is often a solution to underlying stressors, rather than the...
This episode explores the science of endurance and how to build it for both mental and physical health. Against the backdrop of explaining energy production in the body (ATP generation from various fuel sources like creatine, glucose, and fats), the podcast delves into the neural mechanisms of endurance, emphasizing t...
This episode explores functional medicine, contrasting it with traditional reductionist approaches to healthcare. Against the backdrop of Dr. Mark Hyman's personal health journey, which involved overcoming chronic fatigue syndrome, the discussion details functional medicine's systems-based approach to understanding an...
This episode explores the science of muscle function and how to optimize muscle growth (hypertrophy) and strength. Against the backdrop of age-related muscle decline, the podcast delves into the Henneman Size Principle, explaining how the nervous system controls muscle contraction through motor units, recruited in a s...
This episode explores the science of relationships and how our feelings act as a compass in navigating them. Against the backdrop of common relationship pitfalls, such as misinterpreting signals and creating unhelpful narratives, the discussion highlights the importance of self-regulation and co-regulation in managing...
This episode explores the science behind fat loss, focusing on the often-overlooked role of the nervous system. Against the backdrop of the fundamental "calories in versus calories out" principle, the discussion delves into how neurons and related cells influence fat mobilization and oxidation. More significantly, the ...
This episode explores the crucial link between mitochondrial health and mental well-being, challenging the traditional reductionist approaches to mental health treatment. Against the backdrop of a century-old understanding of metabolism's role in severe mental illness, Dr. Chris Palmer advocates for a more holistic "m...
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