Neuroscience Meets Social and Emotional Learning

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We cover the science-based evidence behind social and emotional learning (for schools) and emotional intelligence training (in the workplace). Our podcast provides tools, resources and ideas for parents, teachers and employees to improve well-being, achievement and productivity using simple neuroscience as it relates to our cognitive (the skills our brain uses to think, read, remember, pay attention), social and interpersonal relationships (with ourselves and others) and emotional learning (where we recognize and manage our emotions, demonstrate empathy and cope with frustration and stress). Season 1: Provides you with the tools, resources and ideas to implement proven strategies backed by the most current neuroscience research to help you to achieve the long-term gains of implementing a social and emotional learning program in your school, or emotional intelligence program in your workplace. Season 2: Features high level guests who tie in social, emotional and cognitive strategies for high performance in schools, sports and the workplace.Season 3: Ties in some of the top motivational business books and guest with the most current brain research to take your results and productivity to the next level.Season 4: Brings in positive mental health and wellness strategies to help cope with the stresses of life, improving cognition, productivity and results.Season 5: Continues with the theme of mental health and well-being with strategies for implementing practical neuroscience to improve results for schools, sports and the workplace.Season 6: The Future of Educational Neuroscience and its impact on our next generation. Diving deeper into the Science of Learning.Season 7: Brain Health and Well-Being (Focused on Physical and Mental Health).Season 8: Brain Health and Learning (Focused on How An Understanding of Our Brain Can Improve Learning in Ourselves (adults, teachers, workers) as well as future generations of learners.Season 9: Strengthening Our Foundations: Neuroscience 101: Going Back to the Basics PART 1 Season 10:Strengthening Our Foundations: Neuroscience 101: Going Back to the Basics PART 2Season 11: The Neuroscience of Self-Leadership PART 1Season 12:The Neuroscience of Self-Leadership PART 2

Recent Episodes

Discovering the Secret to a Clear, Fog-Free Brain with Dr. Sui Wong
Apr 19, 2025 – 58:51
Unlocking Resilience & Authenticity Through Neuroscience: PART 4 Chapters 14-16 (Grant Bosnick)
Mar 30, 2025 – 17:37
Unlocking the Power of Self-Talk for Success and Well-being with Shad Helmstetter, Ph.D.
Mar 15, 2025 – 49:04
"Unlocking Reality Shattering Insights: A Roadmap for Human Transformation" with Craig Polsfuss
Mar 8, 2025 – 01:08:42
Unlocking the Power of Persuasion, Time Management, and Change: PART 3 Chapters 10-13 (Grant Bosnick)
Mar 2, 2025 – 23:40
Unlocking the Secrets of Self-Leadership: PART 2: Chapters 6 to 9 Review (Grant Bosnick)
Feb 15, 2025 – 31:30
Mastering Self-Leadership with Neuroscience REVIEW PART 1 Chapters 2-5 (Grant Bosnick)
Feb 2, 2025 – 20:05
Unlocking the Power of Presence: Neuroscience Meets Self-Leadership
Jan 20, 2025 – 15:26
Unlocking Empathy: The Neuroscience Behind Understanding Others
Jan 12, 2025 – 14:39
Unlocking the Neuroscience of Trust: Strengthening Leadership
Jan 2, 2025 – 16:56
Unlocking the Secrets of Magnesium for Brain and Body Health with Dr. Gregory Kelly from Qualia Life
Dec 21, 2024 – 56:17
Unlocking Brain Health with Dr. David Stephens
Dec 7, 2024 – 47:46
Unlocking Radical Self-Acceptance: A Journey with Dr. Laura Gallaher
Nov 29, 2024 – 57:16
Unveiling Exponential Intelligence with Masati: Transform Your Life by Shifting Frequencies
Nov 16, 2024 – 01:05:03
Unlocking the Science of Bias: Mastering Self-Leadership and Cognitive Awareness
Nov 3, 2024 – 14:06
The Midlife Shift: Discovering Authenticity and Vulnerability with Mo Issa
Oct 26, 2024 – 57:21
Unlocking Authenticity: The Neuroscience of Relationships
Sep 29, 2024 – 23:46
The Neuroscience of Resilience: Building Stronger Minds and Teams: Insights from Grant Upbeat Bosnick (Chapter 14)
Sep 15, 2024 – 23:08
Unlocking Brain Health: Insights from a Leading Neuro-Ophthalmologist Dr. Sui Wong
Aug 31, 2024 – 53:01
Mastering Mental and Physical Agility: Strategies for Self-Leadership Insights from Grant Upbeat Bosnick (Chapter 13)
Aug 25, 2024 – 23:44
Unlocking the Power of Soul Health: A Conversation with Pam Buchanan
Aug 10, 2024 – 52:25
Navigating Workplace Conflicts: Insights from a Mediation Expert, John Ford
Aug 3, 2024 – 57:44
Embracing Change: The Neuroscience Behind Thriving in 2024 Insights from Grant Upbeat Bosnick (Chapter 12)
Jul 28, 2024 – 27:31
Time: Insights from Grant 'Upbeat' Bosnick: The Neuroscience Behind Effective Time Management Chapter 11
Jul 13, 2024 – 18:54
Remembering Dr. Wallace J Nichols: Blue Mind: Exploring the Water-Brain Connection
Jul 7, 2024 – 45:32
Insights from Grant 'Upbeat' Bosnick: "Unlocking the Science of Persuasion and Influence" Chapter 10
Jun 22, 2024 – 18:25
Insights from Grant 'Upbeat' Bosnick "Emotion Regulation: The Neuroscience Behind Staying Strong and Clear-Headed" Chapter 9
Jun 16, 2024 – 22:24
Diving into The Mindset of a Champion: Insights from Nigerian-American Basketball Player, Ike Diogu
Jun 1, 2024 – 31:50
Insights from Grant 'Upbeat' Bosnick: "The Neuroscience of Expectations" Chapter 8
May 20, 2024 – 27:36
Dr. Wallace Panlilio and Dr. Artyom Zinchecko on "Unleashing The Wisest Learners in Our Next Generation"
May 16, 2024 – 01:01:09
Transformative Strides "Connecting the Dots with Mindfulness, Neuroscience and SEL" with Allison Morgan, Founder of Zensational Kids
Mar 31, 2024 – 01:09:34
Insights from Grant 'Upbeat' Bosnick and the Eureka Factor "AHA Moments, Creative Insight and The Brain" Chapter 7
Mar 26, 2024 – 26:21
Exploring Neurotechnology with Nolan Beise "Measuring Changes in Brain Function Linked to Health"
Mar 23, 2024 – 37:23
Exploring Neuroscience and Gamification in Financial Literacy Education with D. Alexis Samuels
Mar 16, 2024 – 58:43
Insights from Grant 'Upbeat' Bosnick: "The Hydrated Brain for Improving Our Cognitive Performance" Chapter 6 on Physical Health
Mar 10, 2024 – 16:33
Insights from Grant 'Upbeat' Bosnick: The Neuroscience of Peak Performance and Happiness (Flow) Chapter 5
Mar 3, 2024 – 23:11
Insights from Grant 'Upbeat' Bosnick's Tailored Approaches to Self-Leadership: The Neuroscience of Mindfulness (Chapter 4)
Feb 21, 2024 – 17:19
Insights from Grant 'Upbeat' Bosnick's Tailored Approaches to Self-Leadership: The Neuroscience of Inspiration (Chapter 3)
Feb 12, 2024 – 14:24
Insights from Grant 'Upbeat' Bosnick's Tailored Approaches to Self-Leadership: Using Neuroscience to Level Up Your Goals (Chapter 2)
Feb 10, 2024 – 15:36
The Silva Method: Transforming Minds and Paving the Future with the Most Downloaded Series from 2023
Feb 4, 2024 – 39:01
Grant 'Upbeat' Bosnick on "Tailored Approaches to Self-Leadership: A Bite Size Approach Using Psychology and Neuroscience"
Jan 28, 2024 – 52:08
PART 7 Review of Wallace D. Wattles The Science of Getting Rich on " Acting in A Certain Way" Chapters 11-17
Jan 20, 2024 – 52:44
PART 6 Review of Wallace D. Wattles The Science of Getting Rich on ”How to Think in This Certain Way” Chapters 6, 8, 9, 10.
Jan 13, 2024 – 22:11
PART 5 Review of Wallace D. Wattles The Science of Getting Rich on ” Revealing The Secret Within the Syllabus” Chapters 1, 2, 3 and 5
Jan 3, 2024 – 36:56
Dmitri Leonov on ”Taopatch: Understanding Nanotechnology for Health and Wellness of The Future”
Dec 31, 2023 – 41:58
PART 4 Review of The Science of Getting Rich on ”Gratitude: Through the Eyes of Wallace D. Wattles” Chapter 7
Dec 20, 2023 – 18:31
PART 3: Review of Wallace D. Wattles The Science of Getting Rich on ”The Neuroscience Behind The Impression of Increase” Chapter 14
Dec 16, 2023 – 22:26
PART 2: Review of Wallace D. Wattles The Science of Getting Rich on ”Thinking and Acting in a Certain Way” Chapter 4
Dec 10, 2023 – 34:34
PART 1 Review of Wallace D. Wattles The Science of Getting Rich on ”Prosperity Consciousness” Introduction
Dec 2, 2023 – 25:25
”Decoding Our Thoughts: How to Build a Better Future with the Power of Our Mind” PART 4 Review of Dr. Joe Dispenza’s Work
Nov 19, 2023 – 23:26

Recent Reviews

TV2442

Unvetted guest?

Generally a fan of the show. Very disappointed in the last show. Little to no knowledge of neuroscience.
805 MM

Deep dives

Andrea’s messages are always so interesting. This is one of my top 2 podcasts ( along with The One You Feed, Andrew Zimmer) Earlier this year she did a deep dive into the classic Think & Grow Rich, one of my favorites from my early days in finance career. Now - the Silva Method - thank you, thank you. It’s wonderful to revisit these in depth. Happy New Year, to you, Andrea. Faithful listener
Ellie Mercado

Consistently Learning & Implementing SEL Strategies

As a school leader, I love listening to Neuroscience Meets Social Emotional Learning. I am passionate and committed to creating a sense of belonging and a safe, trusting and nurturing learning environment for all my students and staff so that they can thrive and reach their fullest potential. Each week I learn new strategies, tools and research based actions I can take to implement strategies and learn tools to support the the SEL in my school.
Dr. Sharon Grossman

Bite sized brain info to help you in your life

What I love about this podcast is the application of these brain bites. Note I can understand why things happen as they do and what to do about them!
General Principal

Very informative!

Love this show.
Mario Domensino

Neuroscience meets social and emotional learning

Great topic, and interesting talk, but the audio is all over the place.
Ellie Lorena

Excellent!

As a leader and educator, I listen to the podcast to support my understanding of SEL, the brain and learning. Thank you!!
Denise Cooper

Every Leader Needs This

First off, let me say… although this podcast is about neuroscience, Andrea curates the show to be applicable and easily understood by anyone! Not just the neuroscientists. As a CEO and Executive Trainer, I found that Neuroscience Meets Social and Emotional Learning provides actionable tips to build resilience, recharge your energy, and face challenging workplace situations. Andrea guides guests to the conversations that matter by asking the right questions. I have studied applied neuroscience in the past, and I find that Andrea's show consistently brings up new angles that no one talks about. Give it a listen and you won't be disappointed!
Luke DePron

Amazing Show if you want to learn about Neuroscience

Andrea does a great job of bringing on experts of neuroscience and pulling information from that that is actionable and useable. Highly suggest giving her show a listen and subscribe for future episodes. Keep us the great work Andrea!
Renee804

Program your brain to work for you, not against you!

We can train and shape our brains to handle emotional and social experiences in a way that best supports the life we want to have - less stress, more resiliency, and the ability to pull positive out of almost any experience. Andrea Samadi has a wide range of expertise in using proven neuroscience techniques to help us shape our brains. Imagine what we'd be capable of knowing these things early in life! Andrea's mission to bring this knowledge to school children has the potential to make a massive impact on our world. She also strives to introduce and master these techniques in business environments to improve productivity and develop inspired teams that strive for growth and symbiosis. I highly recommend checking out her podcast to make your own life, your business life, and your children's lives, less stressful, more enjoyable and productive.
Brian Kelly - Reach Your Peak

Neuro is where it's at!

I just love this. No matter where you are today, whether you're successful in business and personal relationships, or whether you're not ... it's all because of what's going on in that beautiful brain of yours. With this podcast you can now learn how to cause the change in your life that you want and deserve!