• Odette Annable: On Perfectionism & the Pressure to Hold It All Together
    Oct 6 2025

    Actress and mom Odette Annable sits down with Dr. Daniel Amen for a raw look inside her brain scan—and what it reveals about her struggles with ADHD, perfectionism, criticism, and the pressure to be “the strong one.” Odette shares what it’s like to feel hyper-productive yet scattered, zigzagging through her day only to end up frustrated—like there’s a cap on her potential she can’t break through. From growing up in pageants to navigating marriage and parenting a child with ADHD, Odette shares how her brain wiring fuels reactivity, stress, and self-doubt—and what she’s learning to do differently to create a healthier brain and a stronger family.

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    36 mins
  • Actor Dave Annable on Life, Love, and ADHD
    Sep 29 2025

    Actor Dave Annable opens up to Dr. Daniel Amen in this candid brain scan session that’s as raw as it is eye-opening. Dave shares his lifelong struggles with ADHD, insomnia, and self-medication with unhealthy substances—and how they affect his marriage. With Dr. Amen’s insights, Dave discovers how brain health impacts not only focus and productivity, but also intimacy, parenting, and long-term happiness. Dr. Amen also reveals the surprising brain patterns shaping Dave’s life and explains why he should see a functional medicine doctor. Whether you’re married, a parent, or simply curious about how your brain impacts your relationships, this episode is both deeply relatable and full of practical hope.

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    44 mins
  • CA Surgeon General Dr. Diana Ramos on Women's Health, EMDR & Postpartum Care
    Sep 24 2025
    On this week's podcast episode, the Amens welcome CA Surgeon General Dr. Diana Ramos. As California’s Doctor, she is the leading spokesperson on the most pressing public health issues of the time within the State of California. With a steadfast commitment to addressing Adverse Childhood Experiences, mental health, and maternal mortality and morbidity, Dr. Ramos has been a driving force in shaping policies and programs that make a lasting impact. Her mission is simple: to advance the health and wellbeing of all Californians.
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    57 mins
  • Dr. Josh Axe: The Most Important Diet You've Never Heard Of (Biblio Diet)
    Sep 16 2025

    On this week's episode of Change Your Brain Every Day podcast, NY Times Bestselling Author Dr. Josh Axe sits down with the Amens to discuss his new research and book, The Biblio Diet.

    For more on Dr. Josh Axe's new book, visit:

    https://www.amazon.com/Biblio-Diet-Metabolism-Depression-Conquer/dp/1546008438

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    50 mins
  • Emma Heming Willis on Battling Grief, Caregiving & Finding Joy
    Sep 9 2025
    When Emma Heming Willis’ husband, actor Bruce Willis, was diagnosed with frontotemporal dementia, she felt like her world has fallen apart. In this heartfelt conversation with Dr. Daniel Amen and Tana Amen, Emma opens up about the hidden grief of ambiguous loss, the weight of caregiving, and how she’s turning pain into purpose through her advocacy and new book The Unexpected Journey. With raw honesty and hard-won wisdom, she shares how she found strength, community, and resilience while holding onto love in the midst of heartbreaking change. Whether you’re a caregiver, grieving, or walking alongside someone you love through illness, this episode will remind you that you’re not alone—and that hope can be found even in the hardest places. Emma's new book, The Unexpected Journey: https://www.amazon.com/Unexpected-Journey-Strength-Yourself-Caregiving/dp/0593833945
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    54 mins
  • Julius Randle: The Mental Game That Helped Him Go from NBA Doubts to Winning Mindset
    Sep 2 2025

    What does it take to go from broken bones and broken confidence… to becoming one of the NBA’s fiercest playoff performers? In this revealing conversation, 3-time All-Star Julius Randle opens up to Dr. Daniel Amen about his mental health struggles and self-doubt to unlock a championship mindset. You’ll hear the surprising brain scan discoveries that changed his game, why he ditched marijuana, and how embracing his “Mamba Disciple” alter ego—honoring his mentor Kobe Bryant—helped him dominate under pressure. Whether you’re chasing peak performance, trying to capture that flow state at work on on the court, or simply trying to find more zen in your life, this story will inspire you to rewrite the limits of your life.

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    1 hr and 11 mins
  • Sedona Prince: On Battling Her Bipolar II Diagnosis, Past Emotional Trauma, EMDR Therapy & Peak Performance
    Aug 18 2025

    In this week's episode, Daniel G. Amen, MD sits down with professional basketball star Sedona Prince. Sedona discusses her diagnosis with Bipolar II and past emotional trauma. Dr. Amen shares Sedona's brain SPECT scan results and provides a pathway for healing.

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    1 hr and 6 mins
  • Why ADHD Hits Harder in Adulthood—and What to Do About It
    Aug 11 2025

    Think ADHD is just a childhood issue? Think again. In this revealing episode, Amen Clinics psychiatrist Dr. Steven Storage takes the mic to explore how ADHD often shows up for the first time in college, young adulthood, or even midlife. You’ll learn the surprising science behind why symptoms can emerge after mental health struggles, mild head injuries, or hormonal shifts like perimenopause. Dr. Storage also breaks down the genetic component of ADHD—and why having a parent or sibling with it doesn’t mean you’re doomed to struggle too. If you’ve ever asked, “Do I actually have ADHD?”—this episode could change everything. Plus, get real-world strategies for screen use, dopamine balance, and raising resilient kids in a hyper-digital world.

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    22 mins