Mental Maps
Mental Maps is a podcast dedicated to understanding the human mind. In each episode host Josh Waddell DNP, PMHNP-BC explores all the concepts related to brain health and mental wellness. Join us as we discuss how to get the most out of your brain.
Episodes
Dr. Masud Husain is a professor of neurology and cognitive neuroscience at Oxford University. His work focuses on identifying and understanding the neurological basis for mental health and the self. His new book, Our Bains Our Selves, focuses on the neurological underpinnings of what is known as "the self."
Follow Dr. Husain at https://www.masudhusain.org/
Our Brains Our Selves: https://www.amazon.com/Our-Brains-Selves-Neurologi...
Willie Blake is speaker, advocate, and high-performance coach for people with dyslexia. His work focuses on maximizing the skill sets of neuro-diversive people to be successful in their calling. In this episode Willie also discusses his own journey with dyslexia and how these experiences guide his interventions as a coach.
You follow Willie at: https://coachwillieblake.com/breakfree
You can follow Willie on Instagram @willieblak...
Matt Young is a global keynote speaker and performance coach. He is a 17X ultra marathon runner and former professional English Footballer. His work currently focuses on helping people understand the emotions that limit them from achieving success. In this episode he discuss practical ways for personal growth including identifying internal voids and ways to improve emotional health.
You can follow Matt's work at: https://www.mat...
Dr. David Bilstrom is a quadruple board certified medical doctor specializing in autoimmune disorders and gene health. He is board certified in Functional and Regenerative Medicine, Integrative Medicine, Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation, and Medical Acupuncture. His current work focuses on reversing and preventing genetic disorders, primarily in children.
You can follow David's work at: https://drdavidbilstrom.com/
Beverly Meyer is a certified clinical nutritionist and podcaster who focuses on helping people through food. Her work in nutrition focuses on improving mood and sleep through specific foods and nutrition plans.
You can follow Beverly's work at https://www.ondietandhealth.com/
Her podcast Primal Diet - Modern Health is available on most podcast platforms.
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Martin Henson is a therapist, project manager, and the founder of the BMEN foundation. BMEN focuses on improving mental health and creating community for black men of all ages. In this episode he discusses the challenges for men's mental health, the long term effects of these issues, and how community can be the key in healing.
You can follow Martin's work at: https://www.martinhspeaks.com/
BMEN: https://bmenfoundation.org/
Cindy Costley is a speaker, author, and healer who specializes in the treatment trauma. She is the creator of Electromagnetic Body Desensitization Technique (EBDT) which focuses on treating the physical and emotional issues related to trauma. In this episode we discuss the concepts of trauma, how symptoms are actually telling you something, and how to listen to your body for find healing.
You can follow Cindy's work at: theunder...
Dr. Benjamin Doolittle is a medical doctor, pastor, researcher, and author who specializes in internal medicine, pediatrics, burnout, and addiction. He is a professor at Yale University in the School of Medicine and School of Divinity. His current work focuses on the the intersection between medicine and spirituality. His book Theology and Medicine in Conversation is available in January 2026.
Dreading the holiday season? In this episode we discuss why the holidays can be filled with conflict and ways to make this the best holiday season yet.
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Mental Maps is brought to you by Arukah Well, a virtual holistic mental health service. To learn more check out www.arukahwell.co or on Instagram @arukahwelllife
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In the final episode in our mineral series we dive into copper and it's relation to mental health We will explore the dual nature of copper, where both deficiency and excess can lead to various health issues including neurotransmitter dysfunction. We will also discuss dietary sources of copper, supplementation, and the risk of altering copper levels.
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This conversation delves into the critical role of iron in brain health, particularly its impact on neurotransmitter production and mental health. The discussion covers the consequences of both iron deficiency (anemia) and overload, dietary sources of iron, and best practices for supplementation.
Want to watch the video? Check out the discussion on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@mentalmapspodcast
Navigating the world of micronutrients and supplements can be challenging. Continuing in our series on minerals and brain health, in this episode we jump into the concepts of zinc. In this episode you will learn how zinc impacts our mental health, recommended foods to consume zinc, and how to navigate supplementing zinc.
Want to watch the video? Check out the discussion on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@mentalmapspodcast
Does taking magnesium actually improve brain health? In the first episode of our mineral series we will cover magnesium and its role in mental health. We will discuss the how magnesium can impact certain psychiatric issues and how to obtain the right amount through food or supplementation.
Mental Maps is brought to you by Arukah Well, a virtual holistic mental health service. To learn more check out www.arukahwell.co or on Insta...
Dr. Patrick Hahn PhD is a researcher, free-lance writer, and affiliate professor of biology at Loyola University. His work focuses on the medicalization of the human experience and iatrogenic harm. In this episode we discuss the controversial history of psychiatric treatment, pathologizing of human emotions and the current climate of mental health in western culture.
To follow Dr. Hahn and his work check out his website at https:...
David Winston is an internationally known lecturer, author, and ethnobotanist. He is also the owner of one of the world's largest herbal therapeutic research libraries. His focuses include Chinese, Western/Eclectic, and Southeastern American herbal traditions for health and wellness.
Website: https://www.davidwinston.org
Herbal Studies: https://herbalstudies.net/
Mental Maps is brought to you by Arukah Well, a virtual holistic...
Lithium has long been used in psychiatry for numerous mental health issues. But with the emergence of lithium orotate and it's popularity in western culture the question is now "who should be using this mineral?" In this episode I discuss the history of lithium as a medication and it's emerging uses as a nutraceutical for mental health.
Mental Maps is brought to you by Arukah Well. A virtual holistic mental health service. To le...
Stress is a universal experience. Yet, some people see it as a source of growth while others find it to be the root cause of their issues. In this episode I discuss what is stress, the difference between good stress and bad stress, and how to turn stress into a opportunity for growth.
Mental Maps is brought to you by Arukah Well. A virtual holistic mental health service. To learn more check out www.arukahwell.co or on Instagram @...
In culture today healing is focused on the consumption of something. Medication, supplements, food, herbs. But what if sometimes healing is about what we do with our body and less about what we put in it? In this episode we will breakdown how this works.
Mental Maps is brought to you by Arukah Well. A virtual holistic mental health service. To learn more check out www.arukahwell.co or on Instagram @arukahwelllife
Dr. Jin Hyung Lee is an electrical engineer focused on understanding the circuits of the human brain and how they relate to brain disorders. She is an associate professor of Neurology, Neurosurgery, Bioengineering, and Electrical Engineering at Stanford University. Her work with LVIS has led to the creation of NeuroMatch which focuses on mapping the brain to help with diagnosing brain disorders and creating new treatments for brain...
Connor Callahan is a business strategist, public speaker, author, and actor. His new book The Results Blueprint is out on 4/23/25. In this episode we discuss what is the blueprint for creating results in your life, navigating the self-help space, and how service to others is the key to self-growth.
The Results Blueprint
Follow Connor on Instagram @officiallycallahan
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