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  • Exploring Nutrition, Lifestyle, and Pediatric Multiple Sclerosis with Dr. Emmanuelle Waubant
    Feb 5 2026

    In this episode of the Brain & Life Podcast, host Dr. Daniel Correa is joined by Dr. Emmanuelle Waubant, professor of neurology at UCSF and Director of the UCSF Regional Pediatric Multiple Sclerosis Center. Together, they explore how diet, microbiome, and environmental factors influence the progression of multiple sclerosis, with a special focus on pediatric cases. Dr. Waubant also discusses the role of dietary patterns and vitamin D and highlights how emotional well-being and physical activity can impact disease outcomes.

    Additional Resources

    Expert Insights and Practical Tips for Managing Multiple Sclerosis

    How Ultra-processed Foods Can Have a Negative Effect on Brain Health

    Nutrition for kids: Guidelines for a healthy diet

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    Advocating for a Multiple Sclerosis Diagnosis with Comedian Kellye Howard

    Embracing Each Day with Author and MS Advocate Lilibet Snellings Kyte

    Voices from the Multiple Sclerosis Community

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    Guests: Dr. Emmanuelle Waubant @ucsfmedicine

    Hosts: Dr. Daniel Correa @neurodrcorrea; Dr. Katy Peters @KatyPetersMDPhD

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    52 minutos
  • Strength on Stage: Actor Michael Patrick's Motor Neuron Disease Journey
    Jan 29 2026

    In this episode of the Brain & Life Podcast, co-host Dr. Katy Peters is joined by award-winning actor and playwright Michael Patrick, who shares his journey from studying science at Cambridge to becoming a celebrated actor. Michael also discusses his diagnosis of Motor Neuron Disease (MND), his participation in a clinical trial, and how he continues to find hope and support from his network. Dr. Peters is then joined by Dr. Matthew Harms, an Associate Professor of Neurology at Columbia University Irving Medical Center. Dr. Harms explains the complexities of diagnosing Motor Neuron Disease and ALS, the genetic factors involved, and the importance of early detection and treatment. He also discusses the importance of advocacy and what exciting research is happening now.

    Additional Resources

    What are motor neuron diseases?

    Developments in ALS Research

    Michael Patrick: Actor and Writer

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    Focusing on Hope: Answering your ALS Questions with Dr. Rick Bedlack

    Making the Years Count with Brooke Eby, Influencer Living with ALS

    Finding Strength in ALS Advocacy with Podcaster Lorri Carey

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    Guests: Michael Patrick @michaelpatrick314; Dr. Harms @osdib_cuimc

    Hosts: Dr. Daniel Correa @neurodrcorrea; Dr. Katy Peters @KatyPetersMDPhD

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    41 minutos
  • Resilience in Motion: Olympic Stories of Strength, Adaptation, and Hope
    Jan 22 2026

    In this Olympics‑themed episode of the Brain & Life Podcast, hosts Dr. Daniel Correa and Dr. Katy Peters explore what resilience looks like in the bodies, minds, and everyday lives of both Olympians and our listeners. First, they answer your listener submitted questions on concussion and Charcot‑Marie‑Tooth disease. Then, they look back on how former guests faced profound challenges and found a way forward through a collection of standout moments from past conversations with Olympians and Paralympians.

    Brain & Life Podcast Episodes Mentioned

    Olympic Swimmer Rowdy Gaines on His Career and Guillain-Barré Syndrome

    Paralympic Athlete Helen Kearney on Living Her Dreams with Friedreich's Ataxia

    Getting Back in the Game After a Concussion with Olympian Elana Meyers Taylor

    Resilience and Recovery with Olympic Skier Colby Stevenson

    Paralympian Jamal Hill on Winning Bronze with Charcot-Marie-Tooth

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    Hosts: Dr. Daniel Correa @neurodrcorrea; Dr. Katy Peters @KatyPetersMDPhD

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    30 minutos
  • From TBI to Triumph: Brason Lee's Remarkable Story
    Jan 15 2026

    In this episode of the Brain and Life podcast, host Dr. Daniel Correa is joined by Brason Lee, a writer, social worker and traumatic brain injury survivor. Brason shares his journey from a severe ATV accident at 18, through rehabilitation, to a successful career in social work and advocacy. He discusses the challenges of recovery, the importance of supportive relationships, and his motivation to write and share his story to inspire others. Dr. Correa is then joined by Dr. Erika Trovato, Associate Chief Medical Officer and Chief Quality Officer at Burke Rehabilitation. Dr. Trovato discusses returning to work and your community after a TBI and building new dreams after rehabilitation.

    Additional Resources

    Surviving and Thriving After a Traumatic Brain Injury

    What Is Traumatic Brain Injury?

    How Sports Neurologists Protect Football Players' Brains

    Brain Injury Association of New York State

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    Veteran Lindsay Gutierrez is Reaching New Heights with Traumatic Brain Injury

    U.S. Soccer Legend Briana Scurry on Concussion and Mental Health

    Healing the Traumatized Brain with Dr. Sandeep Vaishnavi

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    Guest: Brason Lee @brason.lee; Dr. Erika Trovato @burke_rehab

    Hosts: Dr. Daniel Correa @neurodrcorrea; Dr. Katy Peters @KatyPetersMDPhD

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    1 hora e 3 minutos
  • The Singing Surgeon: Dr. Elvis Francois on the Power of Music in Healing
    Jan 8 2026

    In this episode of the Brain and Life podcast, host Dr. Daniel Correa is joined by Dr. Elvis Francois, a spine surgeon known for integrating music into his practice. They discuss the intersection of music and medicine, common spine conditions, and the importance of human connection in healthcare. Dr. Elvis shares his journey from being a young musician to a surgeon and how music can enhance patient care and emotional well-being.

    Additional Resources

    How Spinal Surgery Helped Gloria Gaynor Beat Chronic Pain and Return to the Stage

    What is Spinal Cord Injury?

    The Growing Role of Music Therapy in Health Care

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    Answering Your Spinal Cord Injury Questions with Dr. Shelly Hsieh

    "Roll with Cole & Charisma" On Building a Life Together as an Interabled Couple

    How Disability Advocate Wesley Hamilton Became Empowered by Adversity

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    Guest: Dr. Elvis Francois @dr.elvis.francois

    Hosts: Dr. Daniel Correa @neurodrcorrea; Dr. Katy Peters @KatyPetersMDPhD

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    38 minutos
  • Ringing in the New Year with Your Neurology Questions
    Dec 31 2025

    In this episode of the Brain and Life podcast, hosts Dr. Daniel Correa and Dr. Katy Peters answer your listener questions, touching on caregiving for Alzheimer's, staying motivated with Parkinson's, and the role of supplements in managing MS.

    Additional Resources

    Why Advanced Care Planning Is Essential for Caregivers

    How to Avoid Caregiver Burnout by Taking Care of Yourself

    How Peer Mentors Can Help Patients Navigate Life with Neurologic Disease

    The Gut-Brain Connection: Why a Healthy Microbiome Is Key to Disease Prevention

    Exploring the Link Between Gut and Brain Health

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    Actress Yvette Nicole Brown Discusses the Caregiving Journey

    The Future of Caregiving with Kat McGowan

    Ed Begley Jr. on Utilizing a Healthy Lifestyle to Thrive with Parkinson's Disease

    World's Toughest Row with Brendan Cusick and Pat Morrissey: Part Two

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    Hosts: Dr. Daniel Correa @neurodrcorrea; Dr. Katy Peters @KatyPetersMDPh

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    28 minutos
  • The Journey of Monica Seles: Tennis, Triumphs, and Advocacy
    Dec 24 2025

    In this episode of the Brain and Life podcast, co-host Dr. Katy Peters is joined by tennis legend Monica Seles. They discuss Monica's iconic career, the life lessons she learned from tennis, her experience with Myasthenia Gravis, and the importance of advocacy for health awareness. Dr. Peters is then joined by Dr. Andrea Markl Corse, Professor of Neurology and Director of the Myasthenia Gravis Clinic at The University of North Carolina School of Medicine. Dr. Corse explains what Myasthenia Gravis is and why advocacy makes a difference.

    Additional Resources

    Physical Activity Helps Manage Myasthenia Gravis

    Myasthenia Gravis Foundation of America

    What is Myasthenia Gravis?

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    Recovery Through Rhythm: Jazz Musician John Stein's Myasthenia Gravis Journey

    Ashley Brooks on Advocating for Herself and Others with Myasthenia Gravis

    Soap Opera Star Suzanne Rogers Brings Awareness to Myasthenia Gravis

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    Guest: Monica Seles @monicaseles10s; Dr. Andrea Corse @unc_neurology

    Hosts: Dr. Daniel Correa @neurodrcorrea; Dr. Katy Peters @KatyPetersMDPhD

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    42 minutos
  • In the Mix with Rob Floyd: Lessons on Mixology and Moyamoya
    Dec 18 2025

    In this episode of the Brain and Life podcast, host Dr. Daniel Correa is joined by TV personality and dynamic presence in the world of mixology Rob Floyd. Rob discusses how he balances his career with family life, especially in light of his daughter's journey with a rare condition called Moyamoya. Rob also delves into the importance of mental health, community support, even some festive, brain-healthy mocktail ideas! Dr. Correa is then joined by Dr. Lisa Sun, a pediatric and vascular neurologist and associate professor of neurology at the Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine. Dr. Sun discusses pediatric strokes and Moyamoya, the unique aspects of managing the disease, treatment options, and future research.

    Additional Resources

    About Rob Floyd

    Moyamoya Foundation

    A Young Woman with Moyamoya Disease Joins the Special Olympics

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    Shedding Light and Love on a Rare Genetic Condition with Deborah Vauclare

    Rare Thoughts on a Rarer Neurologic Condition

    Answering Your Rare Disease Day Questions!

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    Guest: Rob Floyd @drinkwithrob; Dr. Lisa Sun @hopkinschildrens

    Hosts: Dr. Daniel Correa @neurodrcorrea; Dr. Katy Peters @KatyPetersMDPhD

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    1 hora e 7 minutos