The Neuro Collective Podcast
Welcome to The Neuro Collective Podcast!
We are your hosts, Dr. Michael Bagnell, Functional Neurologist and May Bagnell, Mindset and Nutrition Coach. Together, we are here to guide you through the dynamic intersection of Functional Neurology, Mindset Coaching, and Functional Medicine. If you're passionate about neuroscience, alternative health, and holistic wellness, you're in the perfect place.
Our podcast is designed for those who are eager to explore innovative ways to heal brain conditions, optimize brain performance, and enhance overall well-being.
We cater to everyone from health-conscious individuals to high-performing athletes.
Each week, we bring you expert interviews, the latest research, and actionable tips to help you achieve peak mental and physical health. Together, we'll dive deep into the science and practicalities of brain health, empowering you to live your best life with a sharper mind and a healthier body.
So, let's embark on this journey together and unlock the limitless potential of your brain. This is The Neuro Collective Podcast—where holistic health meets neuroscience.
Episodes
116 episodes
Balancing Technology and Humanity: Marilyn Ehrhardt Interviews May Bagnell-Episode 115
In this powerful conversation, Marilyn Ehrhardt sits down with May Bagnell to explore how 21st century technology, Artificial Intelligence, and the human brain intersect—and where they collide.From May’...
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Clearing the Haze- What Brain Fog Is, Why It Happens, and How to Lift It-Episode 114
Ever felt like your thoughts were trapped in a haze—sluggish, unfocused, and just out of reach? You’re not alone. In this episode, we take a deep dive into brain fog—what it really is, why it happens, and most importantly, how you ca...
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Inside the Fighter’s Mind: Dr. Roman on Training the Brain of a Champion for Resilience-Episode 113
In this episode of the NeuroCollective Podcast, Dr. Michael & May Bagnell sit down with Dr. Roman Velasquez to explore the fascinating world of neurocognitive performance training. From his years in the Marine...
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The Dr Is In-Silent Aftershocks: Why a Past Head Injury Can Shape Your Brain Today-Episode 112
In this Doctor’s In episode of The Neuro Collective Podcast, Dr. Michael & May Bagnell answer a powerful question from one of our clients:“Can a concussion from more than 10 years ago still affect me today,...
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One Decision Away- Choosing Transformation in Your POTS Recovery Journey-Episode 111
In this Training session, Dr. Michael and May Bagnell continue their powerful conversation on POTS Dysautonomia and the crucial role of mindset in the healing journey. Living with a chronic condition isn’t just about the body—it d...
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Standing Strong: Understanding POTS and the Path to Recovery-Episode 110
Ever felt your heart race just from standing up? Or dizziness that makes simple daily life feel overwhelming? You might be experiencing POTS – Postural Orthostatic Tachycardia Syndrome.In this episode, Dr. Michael & May Bagnel...
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Under Pressure: Exploring the Power of Hyperbaric Oxygen with Dr. Jason Sonners-Episode 109
In this special video edition of The Neuro Collective Podcast, Dr. Michael and May Bagnell sit down with Dr. Jason Sonners, DC, PhD—an international educator, author, and leader in the field of hype...
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The Coach Is In: The Stories We Tell-Why Defending Your Limitations Keeps You Stuck-Episode 108
Have you ever caught yourself saying, “That’s just the way I am” or “I can’t do that”? In this episode of The Neuro Collective Podcast, May Bagnell dives deep into the powerful truth: When you argue for your limitat...
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The Dr Is In: The Sensitive Brain: Why Motion, Startle Reflexes, and Nutrition Matter for Healing- Episode 107
In this episode, Dr. Michael & May Bagnell answer real questions from clients and listeners:✔ Why motion sickness is really a sensory mismatch in the brain—and how specialized therapies can correct it.✔ Why some children and adults ...
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The Pain Puzzle- How the Brain Processes Acute, Chronic, and Emotional Pain- Episode 106
Pain touches every life whether acute, chronic, or even emotional. But what if pain isn’t just a symptom… what if it’s your brain’s way of protecting you?In this episode, Dr. Michael and May Bagnell break down...
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Scars You Can’t See- What CTE Reveals About the Athlete’s Brain- Episode 105
It’s football season and while we admire the power and artistry of athletes on the field, there’s a hidden side to high-impact sports that often goes unseen: brain injuries. In this episode of The Neuro Collective Podcast, Dr. Michael ...
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The Coach is In-Breakthrough Blueprint- How an Integrative Approach Transforms Your Health and Life-Episode 104
🔑 Breakthroughs Without Burnout: The Coach Is InEpisode Description: What if your next breakthrough didn’t come from doing more, but from pausing, reflecting, and choosing differently?In this episode of The...
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The Centered Path: Why Knowing Your Values Is the Key to Better Health- Episode 103
What really drives your health choices? It may not be your symptoms, your diet, or even your exercise plan—it’s your values.In this episode of The Neuro Collective Podcast, Dr. Michael and May Bagnell dive into the ce...
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The Slow Medicine Shift: Why Your Brain and Body Need More Than a Quick Fix- Episode 102
We just celebrated 100 episodes of The Neuro Collective Podcast and what better way to mark the milestone than by diving into a topic that could change the way you see healing forever: slow medicine.In today’s conversation, Dr. ...
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“Next-Level Healing: Exploring Balance Recovery, PEMF Immune Support & HBOT for ASD”- Episode 101
In this episode of The Neuro Collective Podcast, Dr. Michael and May Bagnell tackle three of the most common questions they hear from clientsq uestions that might also impact you or someone you love.We dive into:W...
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Hope in Motion: Unlocking Healing, Building Agency & Moving Your Way to a Better Mood-Episode 100
This is more than an episode—it’s a celebration. We’ve reached 100 episodes of The Neuro Collective Podcast, and what better way to mark this milestone than by exploring one of the most powerful forces in healing: hope.
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When the Mind Disconnects: Understanding Dissociation and the Path Back- Episode 99
In this episode of the Neuro Collective Podcast, Dr. Michael and May Bagnell explore the often-misunderstood world of dissociation a mental disconnection from thoughts, emotions, memories, or even one’s sense of self.They break down diss...
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The Coach is In: Your Energy Reset- Hormones, Healing Skin, and Taking Charge of Your Life-Episode 98
In this special Q&A episode of The Neuro Collective Podcast, May Bagnell your Integrative Health and Life Coach—answers real questions from listeners and clients about some of the most common yet frustrating health challenges.<...
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The Doctor Is In “Unraveling the Brain: Concussions, Long-Covid Dysautonomia, and the Psychedelic Question”- Episode 97
In this episode of The Doctor’s In, Dr. Michael and May Bagnell tackle real-life questions from listeners about brain health and healing.We dive into three powerful topics:Concussions and focus – Can an old he...
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Focus Fuel- How Blood Sugar Shapes Your Child’s Mood, Mind & School Day- Episode 96
In this episode of The Neuro Collective Podcast, Dr. Michael and May Bagnell take you back to “Brain School” to explore a topic every parent should understand how blood sugar impacts focus, mood, and learning.Ever wonder why you...
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Fueling Young Minds- The Glucose–Brain Connection Every Parent Should Know-Episode 95
Why does your child have meltdowns after school or struggle to focus before lunch? In this episode of our Back to School series, Dr. Michael and May Bagnell dive into the glucose–brain connection every parent should know....
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The Coach Is In: Coaching Through the Brainstorms: Coaching for Caregivers, Partners & Parents- Episode 94
In this rapid-fire coaching session, Dr. Michael sits down with Coach May Bagnell to tackle real questions from listeners—without giving her a sneak peek. From navigating a child’s ADHD and video game obsession, to supporting a spouse with deme...
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The Doctor Is In: “Mind, Memory & Miles: Boosting Brain Health at Any Age"-Episode 93
In this episode, Dr. Michael dives into three thought-provoking listener questions—each one touching on the brain’s remarkable capacity to adapt, heal, and thrive.First, we explore meditation for the restless mind. If sitting stil...
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From Passive to Powerful: How Agency Accelerates Healing from Chronic Conditions-Episode 92
What if the biggest shift you could make in life was moving from “I don’t know” to “I’ve got this”? In this episode, Dr. Michael and Mae Bagnell unpack the concept of agency—the ability to actively influence your outcomes instead of pa...
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Brighter Connections- Supporting the Autistic Child’s Brain with Functional Neurology- Episode 91
Welcome to a powerful new Back to School series on The Neuro Collective Podcast! In this episode, Dr. Michael and May Bagnell dive into a deeply important and timely conversation: how to support the autistic child's brain using the too...
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