Huberman Lab
Scicomm Media
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.
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May 11, 2026 • 2h 28min
Master Self Control & Overcome Procrastination | Dr. Kentaro Fujita
Dr. Kentaro Fujita, a psychology professor at Ohio State who studies self-control and motivation. He describes the marshmallow test, why willpower alone is not enough, and a toolbox of tactics like distancing, visualization, and motivation 'whys'. Short actions, movement, rituals, and aligning mindset with body help beat procrastination and sustain long-term goals.
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May 7, 2026 • 38min
Essentials: Compulsive Behaviors & Deep Brain Stimulation | Dr. Casey Halpern
Casey Halpern, a Penn neurosurgeon and brain stimulation researcher, explores deep brain stimulation, focused ultrasound, and other tools for compulsive behaviors. He digs into OCD, binge eating, cravings, impulsivity, and the brain circuits behind them. The conversation also looks at noninvasive stimulation and AI models that may predict harmful urges.
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May 4, 2026 • 2h 10min
Tools to Bolster Your Mental Health & Confidence | Dr. Paul Conti
Paul Conti, a psychiatrist and trauma specialist, explores practical ways to build mental health and confidence. He digs into agency, self-view, and compassionate curiosity. The conversation touches on intrusive thoughts, bad habits, trauma, dreams, self-talk, and balancing reflection with action. It also looks at happiness, intentional living, and feeling at peace with life.
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Apr 30, 2026 • 34min
Essentials: Control Sugar Cravings & Metabolism with Science-Based Tools
A fast tour through why sugar can hijack appetite, from hunger hormones and fructose to brain circuits for sweet taste and dopamine. It also explores hidden sugars, gut sensing, glycemic index, fiber and fat, plus practical tools like lemon juice, cinnamon, glutamine, berberine, and sleep to support metabolism and curb cravings.
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Apr 27, 2026 • 2h 36min
Male Roles, Obligations and Options for Building a Fulfilling Life | Scott Galloway
Scott Galloway, NYU Stern marketing professor and sharp commentator on culture and modern life, dives into positive masculinity, mentoring boys and building purpose through work, health and relationships. He also gets into dating fears, social media and phone compulsions, porn, cannabis, alcohol, and why young men need stronger advocacy and role models.
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Apr 23, 2026 • 40min
Essentials: The Neuroscience of Speech, Language & Music | Dr. Erich Jarvis
Dr. Erich Jarvis, Rockefeller University neurogenetics researcher studying speech, language, and birdsong, explores why vocal learning is so rare. He gets into gesture as a precursor to speech, birdsong as a mirror for human language, why childhood is prime for learning, how stuttering maps to brain circuits, and why singing, dance, and movement may help keep communication sharp.
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Apr 20, 2026 • 2h 28min
How to Better Regulate Your Emotions | Dr. Marc Brackett
Marc Brackett, Yale psychology professor and emotional intelligence researcher, explores how emotions shape relationships, work, and daily life. He gets into anxiety, why boys and men are taught to hide vulnerability, and how childhood patterns stick. They also touch on meditation, labeling feelings, reframing, the Meta-Moment, RULER, and why modern disconnection matters.
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Apr 16, 2026 • 40min
Essentials: Understand & Improve Memory Using Science-Based Tools
A fast tour of how memories are built, biased, and strengthened. It digs into adrenaline, stress, caffeine timing, naps, sleep, and exercise as tools for learning and recall. It also explores mental snapshots, meditation, and the strange mechanics behind déjà vu.
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Apr 13, 2026 • 2h 36min
How Women Can Improve Their Fertility & Hormone Health | Dr. Natalie Crawford
Dr. Natalie Crawford, a double board-certified OB-GYN and fertility specialist, explores how fertility markers can reflect overall health. She digs into AMH, ovulation tracking, hormone therapy, egg freezing, and IVF. The conversation also covers microplastics, fragrances, anti-inflammatory eating, supplements, and overlooked risks that can affect both female and male reproductive health.
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Apr 9, 2026 • 38min
Essentials: The Biology of Aggression, Mating & Arousal | Dr. David Anderson
David Anderson, a Caltech biologist and neuroscientist, dives into the hidden brain circuits behind aggression, fear, mating, and arousal. He explores why fear can override attack, how hormones shape violence, how mating and fighting circuits compete, why pain can fade during conflict, and how social isolation may crank up aggression.
