In Your Head with Leigh Richardson

About In Your Head with Leigh Richardson

In this era where our minds are constantly bombarded with information and distractions, maintaining our mental health is as vital as maintaining our physical well-being. "In Your Head with Dr Leigh Richardson" goes beyond the basics, exploring the intricate relationship between our daily choices and the health of our brain. From understanding the impact of our environment on our mental state to enhancing our brain capital—crucial for making intelligent decisions in stressful situations and maintaining peak performance—this podcast covers it all. Join us every Thursday at 2 CST for compelling insights and practical advice on optimizing your mental performance. Discover why investing in your mental health isn't just important—it's essential for thriving in today’s fast-paced world. Tune in and empower your mind with us because Mental Health Matters!

Publisher

Dr Leigh Richardson

Language

en

Explicit

No

First episode

25 Oct 2018

Latest episode

1 Jan 2026

Latest episodes

7 of 280 episodes have a transcript.

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   1 Jan 2026

   Breaking Brainblocks: Dr. Leigh Richardson and Dr. Theo Tsaousides on Training Your Brain for Success

   On this episode of In Your Head, Dr. Leigh Richardson sits down with Dr. Theo Tsaousides—neuropsychologist, author, and international speaker—to explore what really holds us back from reaching our potential. As the author of Brainblocks: Overcoming the Seven Hidden Barriers to Success, Dr. Tsaousides explains how invisible mental barriers quietly sabotage creativity, productivity, and confidence—and how we can train our brains to push past them. Together, they discuss practical tools for building mental fitness, developing emotional intelligence, and transforming intention into action. With insights drawn from his work at Mount Sinai’s Brain Injury Research Center and years of coaching clients to peak performance, Dr. Tsaousides shows why success isn’t just about working harder—it’s about working smarter, with your brain on your side.

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   1 Jan 2026

   The Power of Play: Jeff Harry and Dr. Leigh Richardson on Healing Workplaces and Building Psychological Safety

   Work doesn’t have to drain you—it can energize you. On In Your Head, Dr. Leigh Richardson sits down with Jeff Harry, one of the top HR influencers recognized by BambooHR and Engagedly, to explore how play can transform the workplace. Jeff has been featured in the New York Times, NPR, and Wired for his innovative approach: using positive psychology and playful practices to build resilience, foster creativity, and create psychologically safe environments where people thrive. Together, Dr. Richardson and Jeff unpack how teams can use play to break through challenges, heal workplace toxicity, and unlock peak performance. The message is simple but powerful—when we give ourselves permission to play, we also give ourselves permission to grow.

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   31 Dec 2025TRANSCRIPT

   Brain Capital in the Age of AI: Dr. Leigh Richardson and Sandra Beck on Harnessing Human Potential

   What happens when the power of the human brain meets the speed of artificial intelligence? On In Your Head, Dr. Leigh Richardson and Sandra Beck dive into the intersection of brain capital, automation, and AI. Together, they explore how investing in brain health is no longer optional—it’s the competitive edge in an automated world. From resilience and decision-making to creativity and adaptability, they discuss why brain capital is the currency of the future, and how leaders, businesses, and individuals can strengthen it to thrive alongside AI. Rather than fearing technology, this conversation shows how we can use it to elevate human performance, safeguard mental health, and ensure that the most valuable asset of all—the human brain—stays at the center of innovation.

Inside a recent episode

Brain Capital in the Age of AI: Dr. Leigh Richardson and Sandra Beck on Harnessing Human Potential

Published 31 Dec 2025 · Transcript excerpt

[…] I find it great to just, you know, generate ideas, just brainstorm something. And maybe it spits out five ideas and maybe four are terrible, but maybe one, maybe one is good. That's something I can use, but I'm not going through that problem solving routine. And when I think of probably what does more damage to my brain than anything is when I get in my car and I'm going someplace I don't know, what do I do? I pick up my phone and I immediately log in the address of where I'm going. I didn't, you know, did I do that 15 years ago? No, I got a map out and, you know, map skills are, they're associated with critical thinking. particularly for people like myself that have had traumatic brain injury. […]

Reach and audience

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Apple Podcasts (US)

5.0 / 5

4 ratings

Podcast Authority Score: 51 / 100

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Quality

76

Social presence

0

YouTube

0

Engagement

68