Neuroscientist David Haggerty joins Alessandra Torresani to explore groundbreaking research on psilocin—the active compound in psilocybin mushrooms—and its surprising effects on aging in mice. They discuss how psilocin may boost immune function, extend lifespan, and what these findings could mean for human health. The conversation dives deep into the ethics of animal testing, the promise of personalized medicine, the challenges of translating lab results to real-world applications, and the ongoing debate around SSRIs, pregnant women and mental health. Oh and let's not forget the MAHA movement...what does it mean for the future of science? Whether you’re curious about neuroscience, medical ethics, or the future of healthcare, this episode offers a fascinating, informed perspective.

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In this inspiring episode of EmotionAL Support, Alessandra Torresani sits down with neuroscientist and author Anne-Laure Le Cunff (Tiny Experiments) to explore how small, playful actions can transform your life. They dive into childlike curiosity, ADHD and neurodiversity, overcoming time anxiety, and why mental health conversations matter for both parents and kids. Learn practical ways to spark creativity, adapt to uncertainty, and help your children grow into lifelong learners. Anne-Laure, founder of Ness Labs and a former Google executive, shares science-backed tips from her research on curiosity and adaptability. Whether you’re a parent, creative, or simply looking for a fresh perspective on life, this episode will leave you inspired to experiment—one tiny step at a time.

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In this engaging conversation, Alessandra Torresani and Tommy Sobel explore the transformative journey of personal growth, the power of human design, and the significance of meditation and self-care. They discuss the importance of navigating career transitions, overcoming limiting beliefs, and the role of conflict and resolution in relationships. Tommy shares insights on superconscious healing and the impact of collective energy in group settings.

Tommy is the creator of Superconscious™ Healing, a groundbreaking meditative modality that connects you to the infinite wisdom of the universe (the Superconsciousness) so you can heal at the root level and unlock your highest purpose, prosperity and peace.

Tommy trains changemakers, entrepreneurs, and spiritual business owners to create a life of full-fledged freedom, so they can earn more, maximize their impact, and be happier. He does this through coaching, healing and community, using his background in energy work, neuroscience and behavior reconditioning.

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In this engaging conversation, Alessandra Torresani and Anna Goldfarb explore the complexities of modern friendships, discussing the importance of connection, the challenges of maintaining relationships in different life stages, and the impact of technology and social media on friendships. They delve into the feelings of loneliness despite having many friends, the dynamics of ending friendships, and the balance between romantic relationships and friendships. Anna shares insights from her book on how to navigate these waters, emphasizing the need for intentionality and communication in building and maintaining meaningful connections.

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In this powerful episode of EmotionAL Support, Alessandra Torresani sits down with Stephanie Wibom, founder of Grow Happy, to talk about the emotional and practical realities of parenting a child with food allergies. Stephanie shares her personal journey from navigating her own child’s allergies to launching an innovative solution that empowers parents with early allergen introduction tools. Together, they explore the growing prevalence of allergies, the emotional toll on caregivers, and how education, support, and community can transform fear into confidence. Whether you’re a new parent, allergy-conscious caregiver, or mental health advocate, this episode is packed with heartfelt advice, science-backed insight, and hope.

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Grow Happy

• GrowHappy's mission is to empower a brave world of food freedom with happy gut microbiomes • We provide education on food allergies and gut health. For example the doctors and I wrote An Ultimate Guide to Feeding Allergens and Pregnancy Guide with top tips from the best experts • We also make snacks that help families get allergens into the diet in a way that also fosters a healthy gut microbiome. Each snack has a featured allergen with 2g of allergen protein in it. Also, our 5 flavors have 16 plant based foods across the range. • To make GrowHappy, I've teamed up with the best allergy and gut health experts. For example, Carina and David wrote the US guidelines for Allergy Prevention, George wrote the LEAP and EAT-On studies, Sharon is the co-director of Stanford's Sean Parker Allergy Centre, just to name a few. • Families should ideally start feeding GrowHappy at 4-6 months but they can start later too if they only find out about us then. These are nut and seed butters with fruits and vegetables and can be enjoyed at any age - this is not just baby food. A lot of people know about peanut but we really need to care about sesame, walnut, cashew, etc. • Get our guides on the website for free!

Becoming a parent brings many changes to anyone’s life. To add to the changes, balancing new or forthcoming parenthood with mental health conditions might feel difficult. In this episode, guest host Barb Solish, NAMI’s National Director of Innovation, is joined by Kate Kennedy-Lynch, NAMI Director of External Relations, and Alessandra Torresani, actress, podcast host, and NAMI Ambassador. They discuss their own lived experiences navigating mental health conditions before, during, and after their pregnancies, sharing what they’ve learned throughout their mental health journeys. Finally, they share ways they’ve found to balance mental health and parenthood for Mental Health Awareness Month and Maternal Mental Health Month.

You can find additional episodes of this NAMI podcast and others at nami.org/podcast.

In this deeply honest episode of Emotional Support, Alessandra Torresani sits down with actress Kirby Bliss Blanton (The Green Inferno, Project X, Hannah Montana, Young and The Restless) to unpack the real-life complexities of sobriety, mental health, and surviving the ever-changing landscape of the acting world. Kirby opens up about her nearly three-year sobriety journey, the power of community, and the emotional toll of dating while sober. Together, they explore how family expectations, major career milestones, and the pressure of Hollywood can shape one’s identity and well-being. With stories from the set, reflections on working with director Eli Roth, and a raw conversation about finding purpose beyond the spotlight, this episode is a must-listen for anyone navigating recovery, reinvention, or the rollercoaster of creative life.

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