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The FitMind Podcast: Mental Fitness, Neuroscience & Psychology

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Expert insights on the science of mental fitness. Topics include psychology, neuroscience, mental health, mindfulness meditation, productivity, brain technologies, Stoicism, happiness hacking, and more. Liam McClintock, the Founder of FitMind, talks with leaders in their fields, from neuroscientists and psychologists to Buddhist monks and professional athletes. At FitMind, we believe that the next great human frontier is the mind. FitMind combines ancient techniques with western psychology to provide mental fitness training that is taught at Fortune 500 companies, addiction centers, schools, government organizations, and on the FitMind meditation app. Liam McClintock received a B.A. from Yale and worked in finance before traveling to Asia to study meditation full-time. He is currently completing an MS in Applied Neuroscience at King's College London. Liam is an RYS Certified Yoga & Meditation Instructor and has trained in various meditation styles. He has been featured in Time, Vice, Daily Mail, Cosmopolitan, NBC, and Men's Health.

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#117: Mental Fitness, Releasing & Lasting Bliss - Liam McClintockLiam McClintock explains “mental fitness” as training the mind beyond baseline “mental health,” using cognitive neuroscience (predictive processing) and Buddhist dependent origination to show how…16 Sep 2026 · 1 h 36 min · 28 chapters
#116: Taoism & the Neuroscience of the Self - Dr. Aldrich ChanTaoism’s “original nature” and “nothingness” mapped to neuroscience and evolutionary psychology, using the SAD theory (Separation, Alienation, Discord) to explain how modern life misaligns us with…18 Aug 2026 · 1 h 16 min · 29 chapters
#115: Meditation Beyond the Brain - Idil Sezer, PhDIdil Zezer discusses “meditation beyond the brain,” comparing meditation types (yogic, Buddhist, transcendental, loving-kindness) and their effects on attention, emotional regulation, pain…21 Jul 2026 · 49 min · 20 chapters
#114: Mindfulness, Medicine & the Biology of Stress - Dr. Craig HassedHow mindfulness and compassion affect stress biology, epigenetics, and cellular aging (telomere shortening), and how these practices can reduce burnout in medical training and clinical life.17 Jun 2026 · 1 h 3 min · 20 chapters
#113: Zen & the Science of Living Well - Robert Waldinger, MDHow social connection and attention practices (Zen/psychotherapy) support “living well,” with loneliness framed as chronic stress that harms the body; includes practical ways to build connection and…19 May 2026 · 1 h 4 min · 35 chapters
#112: The Illusion of Self: Nondual Meditation & Brain Science - John Dunne, PhDNondual meditation and Buddhist philosophy of “no self,” explained through Buddhist epistemology and linked to brain science via predictive processing, default mode network changes, and a core…21 Apr 2026 · 1 h 26 min · 34 chapters
#111: The Future of Meditation: AI, Neurofeedback, & VR - Steve Haberlin, PhDIn this episode of The FitMind Podcast, host Liam McClintock speaks with Dr. Steve Haberlin, a researcher, meditator, and author of *Meta Meditation for Mental Health*.17 Mar 2026 · 58 min · 23 chapters
#110: Rites of Passage & the Wisdom in Collapse - Linda ThaiIn this episode, Liam McClintock engages in a profound conversation with Linda Thai, a therapist and meditation teacher.17 Feb 2026 · 54 min · 24 chapters
#109: The Science of Letting Go - Shawn PrestIn this episode of The FitMind Podcast, Liam McClintock interviews Shawn Prest, a PhD researcher at Monash University, to delve into the neuroscience of meditation, particularly focusing on the…21 Jan 2026 · 1 h 36 min · 23 chapters
#108: The Ethics of Meditation - Nicholas Van Dam, PhDIn this episode of the FitMind Podcast, Liam McClintock speaks with Dr. Nicholas Van Dam, a clinical psychologist and contemplative science researcher.16 Dec 2025 · 1 h 46 min
#107: The Science of Human Connection - Dr. Tania SingerLiam McClintock, Founder of FitMind25 Nov 2025 · 45 min
#106: Multitasking Myths, Focus & Real-World Brain Health - Therese Huston, PhDIn this episode of The FitMind Podcast, host Liam McClintock interviews cognitive scientist Dr. Therese Huston.21 Oct 2025 · 52 min
#105: Freediving & Mental Mastery - Will TrubridgeIn this episode of *The FitMind Podcast*, host Liam McClintock converses with Will Trubridge, a world champion freediver.16 Sep 2025 · 1 h 22 min
#104: Intelligence Beyond the Brain - Nikolay Kukushkin, PhDIn this episode, host Liam McClintock interviews Dr. Nikolay Kukushkin, a neuroscientist who presents groundbreaking research suggesting that memory and pattern recognition are not exclusive to brain…15 Jul 2025 · 1 h 12 min
#103: The Divided Brain, Attention & Meaning - Iain McGilchristIn this episode of The FitMind Podcast, Liam McClintock hosts Dr. Iain McGilchrist, psychiatrist, philosopher, and author.17 Jun 2025 · 1 h 48 min
#102: The Science of Self-Compassion - Kristin Neff, PhDIn this episode, Liam McClintock, founder of FitMind, interviews Dr. Kristin Neff, a leading researcher in self-compassion.20 May 2025 · 1 h 5 min
#101: Movement as Meditation - George ThompsonIn this episode of The FitMind Podcast, host Liam McClintock engages in a fascinating discussion with Tai Chi master and filmmaker George Thompson.16 Apr 2025 · 1 h 23 min
#100: Float Therapy: Science, Healing & Peak Performance - Justin Feinstein, PhD100: Float Therapy: Science, Healing & Peak Performance19 Mar 2025 · 1 h 32 min
#99: Neuroplasticity: The Brain's Superpower - Philippe Douyon, MDIn this episode, Dr. Philippe Douyon, a board-certified neurologist specializing in neuroplasticity, brain health, and cognitive resilience, discusses the brain's ability to adapt and reorganize,…18 Feb 2025 · 1 h 9 min
#98: The Science of Connection - Adam Dorsay, PsyDIn this episode of The FitMind Podcast, host Liam McClintock interviews psychologist Adam Dorsay, PsyD, about the significance of human connection and its profound effects on well-being.21 Jan 2025 · 1 h 15 min
#97: Predictive Processing & Ultimate Well-Being - Shamil Chandaria, PhDMental Fitness, Neuroscience & Psychology17 Dec 2024 · 1 h 19 min
#96: The Science of Forgiveness - Fred Luskin, PhDIn this episode, Stanford psychologist Fred Luskin, PhD, discusses the science of forgiveness, highlighting its significance in emotional healing and personal resilience.15 Nov 2024 · 1 h 15 min
#95: Mental Wellness & Monk Training - Andrew Litchy, NDIn episode #95 of The FitMind Podcast, host Liam McClintock interviews Dr. Andrew Litchy, a naturopathic physician and former monk. Dr.6 Aug 2024 · 1 h 47 min
#94: Exploring Consciousness & Deep Awareness - Doug KraftIn this episode, Liam McClintock discusses consciousness and the mind's role in constructing our reality with guest Doug Kraft, a psychotherapist, meditation teacher, and author.2 Jul 2024 · 1 h