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Why do we trust total strangers? How does oxytocin actually shape our behavior? And what does it really mean to thrive?

In this episode, neuroscientist and entrepreneur Dr. Paul Zak — best known as the "father of neuroeconomics" and the pioneer behind the “moral molecule” — breaks down 20+ years of research into trust, storytelling, connection, and emotional fitness. We talk about everything from blood draws in Papua New Guinea to why your daily “key moments” can predict happiness… and how your brain might know more about your well-being than you do.

Dr. Zak also shares how his latest work, the Immersion platform and Six app, turns brain science into simple, actionable tools to help us live better, more connected lives.

You’ll learn:

• How oxytocin impacts trust, empathy, and morality
• What the science says about thriving in a high-stress world
• Why emotional fitness might be the missing link in your wellness journey
• The power of real connection (yes, even through FaceTime)
• Simple ways to create more joy, connection, and purpose in your day

One thing’s for sure — you’ll never look at your daily interactions the same way again.

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What do dissecting a fetal pig, tracking eye movement, and oxytocin levels during a music festival have in common? For Dr. Laura Beavin-Yates, they’re all pieces of a winding (and wildly inspiring) path from behavioral neuroscience to marketing and mentorship.

In this episode, Laura shares how her curiosity about human behavior led her from dissecting brains in school to measuring emotional connection in real time. We talk about finding clarity through aligned action, recognizing red flags in toxic work environments, and how your story—yes, yours—is your biggest asset.

Whether you’re pivoting careers, navigating burnout, or wondering how to actually follow your gut, Laura’s insight is a masterclass in trusting the spark, taking the next step, and building a life that lights you up.

Topics we cover:

• What neuroscience can teach us about storytelling and decision-making
• Why red flags at work are sometimes your biggest gift
• How to overcome imposter syndrome and build confidence as a woman in business
• Practical advice for career pivots, leadership, and emotional fitness

✨ This one’s packed with honesty, science, and so much wisdom. Don’t miss it.

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What if becoming a parent didn’t mean giving up your edge—but unlocking a new one?

In this episode, Soleil Rain sits down with CT, former pro football player, coach, and proud girl dad, to talk about building strength that lasts—on and off the field. CT shares how his journey from athlete to father shifted his definition of success, the real reason he created The Athletic Dad training program, and what most fitness plans get wrong about dads.

We explore:

• How to reclaim your athleticism after fatherhood
• The mental shift required to stay fit while parenting
• Why most workouts fail real-life dads—and how CT fixes that
• What CT hopes his daughter hears when she listens to this years from now

This is a vulnerable, actionable episode for anyone balancing identity, ambition, and parenthood—with or without a gym membership.

🧠 Tap into mindset, movement, and mission.

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