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
139 episodes
Part 4-Rewiring the Holidays: How Neuroplasticity Works & Why Your Brain is Never Stuck-Episode 138
How Neuroplasticity Works & Why Your Brain Is Never Stuck In this powerful December episode of The Neuro Collective Podcast, Dr. Michael and May Bagnell continue the Lighting the Way series with one of the...
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Part 3-Lighting the Way:Sleep, Peace & the Glymphatic Glow-Episode 137
In this holiday edition of The Neuro Collective Podcast, Dr. Michael and May Bagnell, IHP invite you to slow down, settle in, and explore one of the most fascinating discoveries in modern neuroscience: the glymphatic system—your b...
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Part 2-Lighting the Way:The Gut-Brain Axis: How Your Microbiome Shapes Mood, Focus & Sleep-Episode 136
In this episode of The NeuroCollective Podcast, Dr. Michael and May Bagnell,IHP continue the Lighting the Way series with a deep dive into the Gut-Brain Axis, exploring how your microbiome shapes your mood, focus, and ...
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Part 1 - Lighting the Way: The Breakthrough Brain Science That Brightens The Coming Year-Episode 135
In this opening episode of our December series, Lighting the Way: The Breakthrough Brain Science That Brightens the Coming Year, Dr. Michael and May Bagnell, IHP broadcast from their peaceful outdoor garden—a fitting backdrop for today’s...
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Part 2-Inside the Brain of Tomorrow: The Most Exciting Discoveries of 2025 (What They Mean for You in 2026)-Episode 134
In this second part of our Inside the Brain of Tomorrow series, Dr. Michael and May Bagnell,IHP take you deeper into the most transformative discoveries in neuroscience from 2025—and how these advancements are shaping practical,...
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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 conve...
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Frequency Medicine- Harnessing Neuro Modulation to Heal the Brain- Episode 132
In this special Thanksgiving episode, Dr. Michael and May Bagnell,IHP dive into the world of neuromodulation and how frequency-based medicine is transforming modern brain health. They explore how gentle, evidence-based ...
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Part 8- Rooted in Balance-The Success Mindset That Transforms Your Health-Episode 131
In this final installment of the D-E-S-T-R-E-S-S Protocol Series, Dr. Michael and May Bagnell,IHP explore the last pillar of the protocol developed by Dr. Stephen Cabral and integrated into the Bagnell Brain Center’s approach to whole-pe...
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Part 7-Rooted in Balance: Filling the Gaps-From Foundational Nutrition to Advanced Healing Peptides-Episode 130
In this powerful episode of The Neuro Collective Podcast, Dr. Michael and May Bagnell,IHP take you into one of the most misunderstood yet essential pillars of the De-Stress Protocol: Supplementation. As they near the final ...
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Part 6-Rooted in Balance: Emotional Balance: The Mindset of Healing-Episode 129
In Episode 6 of The Neuro Collective Podcast, Dr. Michael and May Bagnell,IHP continue the DESTRESS Protocol Series, focusing on the final “E” — Emotional Balance.In this conversation, they uncover why em...
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Part 5- Rooted in Balance: Rest & Recovery: The Missing Medicine-Episode 128
In this episode of The Neuro Collective Podcast, Dr. Michael & May Bagnell,IHP explore one of the most overlooked pillars of health — Rest and Recovery. We’re diving deep into why rest is a biological requirement...
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Part 4- Rooted in Balance: Lightening the Load: Supporting the Liver, Lymph, and Lifestyle for True Detox- Episode 127
In this powerful new episode of The Neuro Collective Podcast, Dr. Michael and May Bagnell, IHP continue their Rooted in Balance series with a focus on one of the most misunderstood yet essential aspects of health detoxification.Our worl...
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Part 3- Rooted in Balance: The Still Point: Mastering Stress & Strengthening Your Inner Calm-Episode 126
In this episode of The Neuro Collective Podcast, we continue our Rooted in Balance series and dive into the first “S” of the DE-STRESS ProtocolModern life demands more of us than ever before. Whether you're juggling ...
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Part 2- Rooted in Balance: Fuel & Flow - Nourishing the Body & Moving for Energy-Episode 125
In this episode of The NeuroCollective Podcast, Dr. Michael & May Bagnell, IHP continue the powerful Rooted in Balance Series, diving into the first two pillars of the D.E.-STRESS Protocol — Diet & Digesti...
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Part 1- Rooted in Balance Series: the Functional Medicine Framework for Vibrant Health-Episode 124
In this groundbreaking episode, Dr. Michael and May Bagnell, IHP open the conversation on what it really means to live rooted in balance. This episode introduces a Functional Medicine framework that is transforming h...
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Training the Brain Through the Eyes:A Conversation with Franco Lococo-Episode 123
In this powerful episode of The NeuroCollective Podcast, Dr. Michael Bagnell and May Bagnell, IHP, sit down with Franco LoCoco — professional rugby player turned neuroscience and vision training coach from ...
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Mind over Molecules Exploring Hormones' Impact on Brain Health-Part 3 Episode 122
Welcome back to The Neuro Collective! Today, Dr. Michael and May Bagnell, IHP dive into Mind Over Molecules: Part 3 — the peak of our series on how hormones shape your brain health.In this episode, we’re taking you on a...
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Mind over Molecules Exploring Hormones' Impact on Brain Health-Part 2 Episode 121
Join Dr. Michael and May Bagnell in the second part of their enlightening series, Mind Over Molecules. This episode dives into the intricate world of hormones and their profound impact on brain health. Dr. Michael and May explain the H...
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Mind Over Molecules-Exploring Hormones' Impact on Brain Health Part 1-Episode 120
In this enlightening episode of The Neuro Collective Podcast, Dr. Michael and May Bagnell unravel the fascinating connection between hormones and brain health. Do hormones really impact our brain's ability to function at its best? Spoi...
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Part 2: Sleep as Medicine — Transforming Health from the Pillow Up- Episode 119
Welcome back to The Neuro Collective Podcast with Dr. Michael and May Bagnell, IHP.In this powerful continuation of our sleep series, we move from science to strategy — exploring practical, evidence-based tools
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Part 1: The Science of Sleep — What Happens When We Rest- Episode 118
Welcome back to The Neuro Collective Podcast with Dr. Michael & May Bagnell, IHP.In this episode, we explore the fascinating science behind sleep — what truly happens when your body and brain rest. Sleep isn’t pa...
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My Brain Is a Home: Teaching Kids Emotional Intelligence with Author-Orlanda Bettison-Episode 117
In this inspiring episode of The Neuro Collective Podcast, Mae Bagnell sits down with Orlanda Bettison, a children’s book author, educator, and passionate advocate for teaching kids about their brains in playful and empower...
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PTSD Is 100% Treatable: EMDR, Resilience, and Post-Traumatic Growth with Dr. Jeff Rice-Episode 116
In this powerful episode of The Neuro Collective Podcast, we dive deep into the world of mental health, trauma, and healing with our guest, Dr. Jeff Rice—veteran, professor, and mental health professional.Dr. Rice ...
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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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