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.
The Neuro Collective Podcast
Part 1-Inside the Brain of Tomorrow: The Most Exciting Discoveries of 2025 (What They Mean for You in 2026)-Episode 133
In today’s episode, Dr. Michael and May Bagnell,IHP open with three powerful, real-life stories from individuals searching for answers, clarity, and hope. Before diving into the groundbreaking neuroscience from 2025, May shares meaningful conversations with people who felt stuck, misunderstood, or dismissed, yet refused to settle for “this is just how it is.” Their experiences underscore why this work matters—and why understanding your brain has never been more important.
This episode unpacks the breakthroughs that are reshaping brain health, offering a transformative look at what’s now possible and how you can benefit in 2026. If you’ve ever felt lost in your health journey, overwhelmed by symptoms, or unsure where to begin—this episode brings both clarity and direction.
In This Episode, We Explore:
1. Early Detection Through Advanced Brain Imaging
Discover how next-generation imaging and oculomotor analysis (eye movement testing) now allow clinicians to identify early signs of neurological decline—including Parkinson’s—decades before symptoms appear. Early awareness means intervention, prevention, and taking back control of your health.
2. Brain Mapping and Cognitive Networks
Learn why QEEG brain mapping is becoming one of the most essential tools in neuroscience. Rather than focusing only on regions of the brain, we now look at networks—from the default mode network to the executive network. Understanding how these circuits coordinate can explain anxiety, cognitive decline, trauma patterns, ADHD, emotional dysregulation, and more.
3. Wearables That Reveal Brain Health
Sleep is not just rest—it is neurological repair. Discover how wearable technologies tracking HRV, sleep architecture, and recovery metrics provide insights into the glymphatic system, longevity, mental health, and your brain’s ability to heal.
4. Regeneration & Peptides
One of the fastest-growing fields in neuroscience today. Explore how regenerative compounds, advanced nutritional support, and targeted metabolic interventions open new possibilities for repairing, rebuilding, and rebooting brain function.
5. Brain–Computer Interfaces & AI
2025 marked a major leap in how AI is used in brain health. From predictive modeling to personalized brain rehabilitation strategies, the future of neuroscience is merging human intelligence with artificial intelligence—and it’s happening faster than ever.
Why This Episode Matters
If you’re in your 30s, this information helps you build a foundation and prevent issues before they begin.
If you’re in your 50s and feeling great, early detection still gives you an essential baseline.
If you’re already experiencing brain fog, emotional dysregulation, cognitive changes, anxiety, or unexplained symptoms, there is hope, and there are answers.
As May shares, people often feel like their decline was “sudden,” but neurologically, these changes are years—sometimes decades—in the making. Understanding the why behind your symptoms is the first step toward discovering how to heal.
Takeaway
The discoveries of 2025 are not just exciting—they are actionable. They provide insight, clarity, direction, and most importantly, options. Inside the brain of tomorrow is a roadmap for how you, your family, and your community can heal, restore, and thrive in 2026.
If this episode resonates, or if you see yourself in the stories shared today, reach out. You don’t have to stay where you are. There is a path forward.