In this episode of The Neurokrish Immersion, we journey into one of Vedanta’s most profound ideas Maya. Through the evocative tale of Narada and Krishna, we explore how lived experience can feel utterly real, yet dissolve in an instant, revealing the subtle and powerful concept of Maya.
From the Upanishads to Shankara and Ramanuja, this narrative walks through centuries of philosophical inquiry and spiritual insight, challenging our assumptions about what is real, what is illusion, and what it means to wake up.
In this special year-end episode, we explore the evolving landscape of neuropsychiatry through highlights from the NeuroFrontiers 2025 conference held in Chennai.
With insights from global experts, the episode outlines the paradigm shift towards network-based, ethically informed, and mechanistically grounded care for complex brain and behavior disorders.
Why do we laugh, cry, or feel deeply moved by music?
In this immersive episode of Neurokrish Immersion, we explore the deep neural roots of laughter, tears, and music, the universal expressions of human emotion.
From the ancient rhythms that predate language to the power of sound in therapy and memory, join us on a journey through neuroscience, emotion, and meaning. This is where science meets soul.
Two out of three people living with Alzheimer’s dementia are women, and this striking disparity cannot be explained by longevity alone.
In this episode of Neurokrish Immersion, we summarize a powerful webinar by the Asian Society Against Dementia, delivered by Professor Eef Hogervorst, Professor of Biological Psychology at Loughborough University, UK, and chaired by Professor Linda Lam of the Chinese University of Hong Kong.
The episode explores how hormonal transitions, especially menopause, cardiovascular health, lifestyle, education, sleep, and stress shape dementia risk across a woman’s lifespan. From estradiol’s neuroprotective role to the nuanced timing of hormone replacement therapy, this conversation reframes dementia prevention as a lifelong, personalized strategy for women.
Listen to the whole discussion by clicking the link below https://youtu.be/kCBa5v7hU5M
In this episode of Neurokrish Immersion, we explore the extraordinary life and ideas of Abbe Faria, the Goan priest who transformed hypnotism from Mesmer’s mystical magnetism into a psychology rooted in attention, agency and the human mind.
Through the lens of Dr. Egas Moniz’s writings, we trace how Faria’s radical insight, that hypnosis arises from within the subject, anticipated modern neuroscience by two centuries. Discover how his observations connect to today’s understanding of brain networks, healing, therapy and contemplative traditions across cultures.
In this episode, we explore the tug-of-war between the limbic system and the prefrontal cortex, and how this dynamic equilibrium influences our behavior, emotions, and personality.
Through the lens of historical case studies like Phineas Gage, we dive into the fascinating world of neuropsychology and the impact of brain structure on human behavior
In this episode of Neurokrish Immersion, we explore how behavior often changes before memory, movement, or speech. From mild behavioral impairment and apathy versus ebulia, to pseudobulbar affect, Parkinson’s impulse control disorders, Lewy body hallucinations, and the frontal and temporal networks that shape personality, we show why “he is not himself anymore” can be the brain’s first cry for help, and how early recognition can improve care and compassion.
In this episode of Neurokrish Immersion, Dr Dawson Church, researcher and author at the interface of science and spirituality, along with Dr Ennapadam S Krishnamoorthi, unpacks how effective meditation simultaneously reduces stress and activates what he calls the enlightenment network, four brain circuits for emotion regulation, self-processing, empathy, and attention.
He shares evidence from cortisol and immunoglobulin studies, EEG and MRI findings, and a striking meditation study in Alzheimer’s disease.
We explore why spiritual intelligence differs from IQ and EQ, how it may be humanity’s next evolutionary step, and why taming the caveman brain is essential for resilience, compassion, and real-world flourishing.
Dementia is far more than memory loss. In this Neurokrish Immersion, we explore a whole-person, whole-family approach that blends modern neuroscience with time-tested healing traditions.
We unpack the “Five A” barriers (availability, accessibility, affordability, acceptability, accountability), the evidence and limits of pharmaceuticals, and the measurable benefits of multidisciplinary, family-centered care.
Through Mr. X’s real-world case, you’ll hear how neuromodulation, physiotherapy, cognitive remediation, Ayurveda, naturopathy, yoga, caregiver training, and process-driven tracking can stabilize cognition, ease distressing behaviors, and improve quality of life.
The episode closes with a humane reminder: when memory fades, personhood, dignity, and connection remain, and those should be our compass.
Timed with Udbhavada Museum Studio’s handcrafted totem on the Ramayana and Ramar Pattabhishekam, this Neurokrish episode reimagines the epic as a living map of the mind. We unpack Dharma as regulation, dopamine as drive, and read Rama, Sita, Lakshmana, Hanuman, and Ravana as neural archetypes. From prefrontal control to salience and default mode networks, from vagal tone to the dopamine trap, discover how epic wisdom illuminates today’s brain science and the daily tug of war between what we should do and what we want to do.
Explore the universal phenomenon of sensing an unseen companion with Dr.Ennapadam S.Krishnamoorthy, from Rabindranath Tagore's Jeevanadevata and the accounts of explorers like Shackleton's Fourth Man and Messner's Silent Climber, to cross-cultural mystic parallels and the latest neuroscience of felt presence.
Discover how brain systems like the Temporoparietal Junction (TPJ) and the Default Mode Network (DMN) construct this powerful, guiding presence under conditions of extreme stress, isolation, or deep contemplation.
Is it survival mechanism, divine presence, or a unique interplay of your brain's architecture? Tune in to Neurokrish Immersion to find out.
In the first episode of the Neurokrish immersion series, we explore Osho’s radical take on spiritual freedom, living totally with awareness.
From Zorba the Buddha to Tantra as acceptance, to everyday meditation in walking, eating, listening and breathing, this episode invites you to question conditioning, meet death without fear, and live here and now with joy, love and playfulness.
Are you a fox who adapts fast, or a hedgehog who wins with one big focus?
In this Neurokrish Immersion, we explore Isaiah Berlin’s famous parable, how Plato and Shakespeare model the two mindsets, what Philip Tetlock’s research reveals about prediction, and why great companies switch between fox thinking for strategy and hedgehog focus for execution.
We also unpack the brain networks behind each style and leave you with practical ways to train flexible, resilient leadership.
On the eve of World Alzheimer’s Day, Dr. Ennapadam S. Krishnamoorthy hosts Prof. Robert Friedland and Prof. Vincent Mok for a candid deep dive into the gut-brain axis in neurodegeneration. From bacterial amyloids that can cross seed brain proteins, to aquaporin 4, meningeal clearance, oral and ear microbiomes, and why lifestyle and diet still matter, Prof. Friedland challenges the field to think deeper than plaques, asking better questions and looking beyond the gut to mouth, skin, and even earwax.
Clinical neuropsychologist and neuromusicologist Dr. Shantala Hegde joins Neurokrish to unpack how ragas shape emotion, attention, and memory, why Indian musical structures matter for the brain, and how rhythm and melody can aid rehab across Parkinson’s, dementia, and more.
From time of day ragas to dopamine and neural plasticity, this conversation bridges Indic knowledge and modern neuroscience with vivid examples and real patient stories.
This episode explores the vagus nerve, also known as the "great wanderer" and the body's information superhighway.
It delves into the history and evolution of vagus nerve stimulation (VNS), from invasive implants to modern non-invasive devices, and its wide-ranging clinical applications in treating neurological conditions like epilepsy, dysautonomia, and headaches.
The podcast also connects VNS to ancient Indian science through the concept of Kundalini, presents a compelling case study of a patient with long COVID who found relief through an integrative approach, and highlights simple, everyday practices that stimulate this crucial nerve.
Why do so many patients suffer serious symptoms even when all their tests are “normal”?
In this episode of Neurokrish Immersion, we explore unexplained medical symptoms , functional neurological disorder, health‑anxiety, autonomic dysfunction, the role of the vagus nerve, and how modern plus ancient wisdom may together bring healing.
In this episode of Neurokrish Immersion, we explore the transformative power of integrative medicine, where modern technologies meet ancient healing practices to create truly holistic care. From cutting-edge neurotech to 5,000-year-old Ayurvedic wisdom, we examine how memory, mobility, and mental health can be nurtured through preventive, restorative, and rehabilitative approaches.
Discover how combining pills with meditation, diagnostics with lifestyle therapies, and modern science with traditional practices can redefine wellness and empower patients at every stage of life.
In this episode of the Neurokrish Immersion, we explore the layered concept of the mind in Indic philosophy, Buddhi, Chitta, and Manas. Drawing from Sankhya, Advaita, Buddhism, Dvaita, and Vishishta Advaita, we see how each tradition interprets these instruments of the mind differently. From Buddhi as the discerning intellect, Chitta as the archive of impressions, and Manas as the restless coordinator, to parallels in neuroscience, the prefrontal cortex, hippocampus, and thalamus, this episode takes you on a journey across philosophy and brain science.
In this podcast Dr.E.S.Krishnamoorthy dives into the leadership dynamics in uncertain times, emphasizing Trump's leadership style, which simplifies complex issues for emotional resonance. We explore how uncertainty, volatility, complexity, and ambiguity (VUCA) shape our reactions to leadership and how strongman leaders capitalize on our psychological responses for political gain.