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Lucid Interval Podcast
Exploring the art of living and the science of human flourishing — lessons in growth, mindfulness, and creating a life that’s fully your own.
Welcome — I’m Andrew, and this channel is my ongoing exploration of the art of living and the art and science of human flourishing.
I’ve walked through depression, setbacks, and the long shadows of self-doubt, and I’ve come out the other side as an artist, a seeker, and a student of growth. What I’ve discovered is that personal transformation is less…
Episodes
- Lucid Interval Podcast
Serotonin, Psychedelics, and the Pharmacology of Self - Charles Nichols, PhD
How do psychedelics actually change the brain? In this episode, Andrew Heacock sits down with Charles Nichols, PhD, a professor of pharmacology and a leading…
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Chinese Medicine, Trauma-Informed Meditation, and the Psychology of GRACE - Dodge Rea, Psy.D
How do ancient healing modalities, trauma recovery, and modern depth psychology intersect? In this deep-dive conversation, Dr. Dodge Rea, Psy.D., explores the…
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Ex-Naval Intelligence Officer: Who Leads When AI Thinks? - Adrian Wolfberg, PhD
What happens to leadership, national security, and high-stakes decision-making when artificial intelligence begins to outthink humans? In this episode, former…
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Cognitive Neuroscience of Music, Synesthesia and Neurodivergence - Lyne Bingham, PhD
What is the hidden link between the way we move and the music we create? In this episode of Lucid Interval, Andrew Heacock sits down with musician, cognitive…
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Human Evolution From An Alien's Perspective - Nick Longrich, PhD
Dr. Nick Longrich, paleontologist and evolutionary biologist, joins Andrew Heacock on Lucid Interval to discuss why humanity is a planetary outlier, the…
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The Science of Harry Potter, Santo Daime, and Psychedelic Spirituality - Larissa Carneiro, PhD
Larissa Carneiro, a religious studies scholar from Duke University, explores the fascinating intersections of religion, magic, and psychoactive substances in…
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What Modern Psychiatry Gets Wrong About Addiction and Depression - Dr. Rodrigo Nardi, MD
Dr. Rodrigo Nardi, MD, joins Andrew Heacock on The Lucid Interval to challenge the foundational dogmas of modern psychiatry. Drawing from psychology, medicine…
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Neuroscience of Meditation, Self-Transcendence, and Psychedelics - David Vago, PhD
What actually happens to the brain during meditation, ego dissolution, and self-transcendence? In this episode of Lucid Interval, Andrew Heacock sits down with…
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Authenticity, Truth in Dating, and Getting Real - Susan Campbell, PhD
In this deep-dive interview, Andrew Heacock sits down with renowned psychologist and author Susan Campbell, PhD, to explore the transformative power of…
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The Evolution of Drugs and Drug Use - Ed Hagen, PhD
Why do humans consume psychoactive substances like alcohol, nicotine, cannabis, and cocaine? In this episode, evolutionary anthropologist Dr. Edward Hagen…
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#1 Relationship Coach: What Men and Women Get Wrong in Dating - Megan Thoma
Why do so many smart, successful people stay stuck in toxic relationships, and what are men and women actually getting wrong in modern dating? In this episode…
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Neuroscience of Intelligence, Creativity and Genius - Rex Jung, PhD
What makes a genius, and how does the brain produce high-level intelligence and creativity? In this deep-dive conversation, clinical neuropsychologist and…
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Why Did We Evolve To Get Depressed? - Paul Andrews, PhD
Is depression a biological malfunction, or did it evolve as an adaptive tool to help us solve complex life problems? In this in-depth conversation…
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Why Do We Believe in God(s)? - Andy Thompson
Why do humans believe in gods? Is religious faith hardwired into our biology, or is it an accidental byproduct of our evolutionary past? In this episode…
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The Cognitive Neuroscience of Religion, Sleep, and Dreams - Patrick McNamara, PhD
What is the origin of religious belief, and how does the human brain mediate spiritual experiences? In this episode, Andrew Heacock sits down with…
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Shamanism, Parapsychology, and Personal Transformation - Dr Angela Faith, PhD
What if everything you thought you knew about yourself, reality, and the divine was just the surface? Dr. Angela Faith unveils profound insights on awakening…
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Psychedelics Law, Neurodivergence, and the Zen Art of Being Human - Victoria Cvitanovic, JD
Unlock the surprising truth about psychedelics, law, and what it really means to live a good life. Victoria Cvitanovic, a trailblazing psychedelics attorney…
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Jenn Cutliffe - The Mind-Body Warrior: Yoga, Martial Arts, and Mental Resilience
Jenn Cutliffe is the founder of Somatic Strength, a Nashville-based training philosophy, community, and immersive experience redefining the way we relate to…
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Neuropsychiatry, Brain Health, and The Art of Therapy - Dr. Craig Clark, MD (4K) Part I
Neuropsychiatry, Brain Health & the Art of Medicine | Dr. Craig Clark What happens when conventional psychiatry fails you? You find someone like Dr. Craig…
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Complex Trauma, Attachment Styles, & Spiritual Healing - Dr. Patti van Eys
In this conversation, Dr. Patty Van Eys shares her journey as a clinical psychologist specializing in child trauma and attachment. She discusses the profound…
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The Neuroscience of Yoga - Jonathan Rosenthal, MD
In this conversation, Andrew and Dr. Jonathan Rosenthal discuss how physiological responses to stress can be reframed as opportunities for growth. They delve…
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Authenticity, Recovery, and Masculinity - Philippe Blais
In this conversation, Philippe Blais and Andrew Heacock explore the complexities of masculinity, the importance of adversity in personal growth, and the role…
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Free Will, Free Speech, and the Cost of Academic Freedom - Ken Levy, JD, PhD
In this conversation, Andrew and Professor Ken Levy discuss the complexities of free speech, particularly in academic settings, the implications of social…