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
86 episodes
Before the Breakthrough: What It Really Takes to Begin Healing- Episode 85
Welcome back to The Neuro Collective Podcast with Dr. Michael and May Bagnell! In this powerful episode of The Coach is In, we continue our Mindset Reset mini-series by tackling a universal mindset trap—comparison
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From Scattered to Sharpened: Attention Training for a Distracted World- Episode 84
Do you often feel scattered, unfocused, or overwhelmed? In this fast-paced, digital-driven world, attention is one of our most valuable—and vulnerable—resources.In this Training Tuesday episode of the Neurocollective Pod...
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The Mindset Trap: How to Get Unstuck, Refocused, and Back in Alignment-Episode 83
In this episode of The Neuro Collective Podcast, May Bagnell dives into the silent struggles so many of us carry: difficulty focusing, knowing what to do but not doing it, and feeling stuck in the same emotional patterns.She unp...
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The Doctor Is In: Solving Sleep Struggles, ADHD Focus & POTS Recovery- Episode 82
In this episode of The Doctor Is In, Dr. Michael Bagnell answers three powerful questions from listeners—covering sleep struggles, ADHD in children, and the challenge of living with POTS (Postural Orthostatic Tachycardia Syndrome).&nbs...
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The Power of Identity in Healing: Rewriting the Story of Chronic Illness- Episode 81
🎙️ EPISODE TITLE: "When Healing Feels Like an Attack: Identity, the Brain, and the Path to Freedom" Welcome to another Thoughtful Thursday with Dr. Michael and May Bagnell! Today’s episode is a powerful an...
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NeuroFitness: The New Frontier in Brain and Body Performance- Episode 80
In this Training Tuesday episode of The Neuro Collective Podcast, Dr. Michael and May Bagnell come to you live from Pittsburgh while attending a neurology lab conference. They dive deep into the urgency and importance of brai...
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The Coach Is In-Hormones, Health & Why You're Still Stressed (and Sniffling)- Episode 79
Welcome back to The Coach is In with Coach May Bagnell and Dr. Michael Bagnell! This week, we’re diving deep into the powerful connection between chronic stress, hormone imbalance, and brain function—especially when ...
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The Doctor Is In- Phones, Focus & Feeling Off Balance- Episode 78
In this powerful episode of The Neuro Collective Podcast, Dr. Michael and May Bagnell dive deep into real-life questions submitted by listeners who are seeking answers about how to stay mentally sharp, focused, and balanced—especially ...
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You Can Heal, and We’ve Grown Together: 1 Year of the Neuro Collective Podcast- Episode 77
We did it – one whole year of the Neurocollective Podcast! 🎉In this special anniversary episode, Dr. Michael and May Bagnell reflect on the incredible journey of launching and growing this podcast, now reaching listeners across
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Steady Does It- The Brain-Body Connection Behind Balance- Episode 76
If you’ve ever experienced motion sickness, vertigo, dizziness, or that strange unsteadiness when getting up too quickly — this episode is for you.Join May Bagnell and Dr. Michael Bagnell as they dive deep into the brain-body connect...
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The Coach is IN - Inside the Coaching Room- Tools & Transformation-Episode 75
In this weekend episode of The Neuro Collective Podcast, Dr. Michael sits down with May Bagnell to answer real questions from real listeners—and today, the coach is in.They unpack three powerful and practical questions:<...
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The Dr Is IN-The Brain Boost Prescription- Memory, Movement & the Truth About Video Games- Episode 74
Welcome to a special weekend edition of the Neuro Collective Podcast—The Doctor is In! Think of this as your personal house call with Dr. Michael & May Bagnell, where we tackle the most common brain health questions from p...
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Wired for Need- How Human Drives Shape Our Health- Episode 73
Why do we make the choices we make? What if the answer lies deep in how our brains are wired for human needs?In this Thoughtful Thursday episode of Neuro Collective, Dr. Michael and May Bagnell unpack how your six human needs—certainty,...
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Train the Brain Behind the Scenes- The Power of the DMN- Episode 72
Have you ever driven somewhere and arrived without remembering the trip? That’s your default mode network (DMN) at work—your brain’s autopilot. But here’s the thing: that same brain network plays a HUGE role in your emotions, focus, trau...
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Freedom to Heal: Declaring Independence from Chronic Struggles- Episode 71
Happy Independence Day to all our U.S. listeners—and a warm welcome to everyone tuning in around the world! In this special episode of The Neuro Collective Podcast, Dr. Michael and May Bagnell dive into the powerful connection between ...
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React Less, Respond Better- The Neuroscience of Calm in Chaos- Episode 70
Welcome back to The NeuroCollective Podcast with Dr. Michael and May Bagnell. In this episode, we explore a powerful concept: how to stay calm in chaos—and more importantly, how to train your brain to respond, not react...
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Power Couple, Sharper Brain- The Longevity Love Equation- Episode 69
What if the secret to a long, healthy life isn’t just what you do — but what you do together?In this episode of The Neurocollective Podcast, Dr. Michael and May Bagnell explore the Longevity Love Equation
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When You Feel Stuck—Your Brain is Asking for a New Pattern- Episode 68
Welcome back to The Neuro Collective Podcast with your host, May Bagnell.In today’s heartfelt solo episode, May dives deep into a mindset shift we all need from time to time: What if you're not actually stuck... you're just ...
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Neuro Camp- Little Brains, Big Impacts – Understanding Pediatric Concussions- Episode 67
Description: In this eye-opening episode, Dr. Michael and May Bagnell tackle one of the most common questions they get: “How do I keep my brain sharp as I age?” The answer? It all starts with your eyes.Discover how tr...
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Part 2-Live from ISCN-Breakthrough Moments in Brain Science- Episode 66
In this episode of The Neuro Collective Podcast, we take you inside the 2025 International Symposium of Clinical Neuroscience (ISCN), where leading experts from around the world gathered to share innovations at the intersection of neur...
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Neuro Camp Series- Cleanse, Sleep, Focus – The Hidden Systems That Heal- Episode 65
Welcome back to The Neurocollective Podcast as we continue our NeuroCamp summer series—designed to help you care for your brain, body, and overall wellness during the sunny (and sometimes rainy) season. ...
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Neuro Camp- Where Brain Health Meets Summer Vibes- Episode 64
Join Dr. Michael and May Bagnell as they kick off NeuroCamp, a summer series blending science, sunshine, and self-care. In this episode, they dive into how you can turn the next 90 days into a season of transformation for both your bra...
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Live from ISCN Breakthrough Moments in Brain Science- Episode 63
Welcome back to the Neuro Collective Podcast! In this special episode recorded live from the International Symposium of Clinical Neuroscience in Orlando, Dr. Michael Bagnell shares fascinating highlights from the conference.Discover grou...
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Brains, Balance & Bold Moves- Dr. Habanova on Women in Functional Neurology- Episode 62
In this episode of The Neuro Collective Podcast, co-host May Bagnell sits down with Dr. Tatiana Habanova, a chiropractic neurologist, to explore the intersection of neuroscience, compassion, and personal transformation. From a childhoo...
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Eyes on the Brain: How Eye Movements Accelerate Healing- Episode 61
In this episode of the Neurocollective Podcast, Dr. Michael and May Bagnell dive deep into the incredible connection between eye movements and brain health. Discover how different types of eye movements can be used to diagnose, train, and heal ...
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