Welcome to the NeurOlympics podcast, brought to you by the award-winning company BrainsFirst, where we believe that every brain's got talent! Join us as we sit down with our in-house neuroscience experts to discuss the cognition behind talent, as well as other hot neuroscience topics, that we envision to help you and your team to enhance productivity, performance, and well-being. Whether you're a talent cultivator and managing a team, coaching athletes, or seeking personal growth- tune in to unlock your and your team's full cognitive potential! www.brainsfirst.com/podcast
NeurOlympics
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Welcome to the NeurOlympics podcast, brought to you by the award-winning company BrainsFirst, where we believe that every brain's got talent! Join us as we sit down with our in-house neuroscience experts to discuss the cognition behind talent, as well as other hot neuroscience topics, that we envision to help you and your team to enhance productivity, performance, and well-being. Whether you're a talent cultivator and managing a team, coaching athletes, or seeking personal growth- tune in to unlock your and your team's full cognitive potential! www.brainsfirst.com/podcast
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Recent Episodes
March 24, 2026
STX Recruitment Experts: 4 Out of Their 5 New Hires Are Women | A Women's Month Episode
<p>Feel free to book a demo call for the NeurOlympics today: <a href="brainsfirst.com/en/demo" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer">click here</a></p><p><br></p><p>In this episode, we sit down with <strong>Leah Shine and Carline Mohr from STX</strong>, one of our clients, who recently hired 5 new trainees, four of whom are women. It's a powerful reminder that the status quo of the industry, where fewer than 20% of traders are female, doesn't reflect a lack of ability, but rather a missed opportunity to recognize and support the cognitive strengths and potential women bring to trading.<br>We explore how to attract and empower more women in the workplace, why more women are stepping into new opportunities, and how we can create more inclusive and supportive recruitment processes. We also dive into confidence, employer branding, and practical advice for young professionals entering the workforce. </p><p><br></p><p>0:00 Introduction</p><p>01:50 Who Are Leah and Carline and What Does STX Do</p><p>04:09 Female Role Models That Shape Career Growth</p><p>05:28 How STX Is Attracting More Women Into Trading</p><p>08:31 The Biggest Challenges Women Face When Applying</p><p>13:15 What a Truly Inclusive Workplace Looks Like</p><p>16:38 The Double Bind Problem in Female Leadership</p><p>18:11 How Events andEmployer Branding Attract Women Talent</p><p>28:33 Why Women Actually Performed Better in Hiring</p><p>33:47 Practical Career Tips for Women Entering the Workforce</p><p>45:19 What Successful Women Would Tell Their Younger Self</p><p><br></p><p>Learn more about BrainsFirst: <a href="https://www.brainsfirst.com" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer">click here</a></p><p>Follow us on social media:</p><p>• LinkedIn: <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/company/brainsfirst/" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer">click here</a></p><p>• Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/neurolympicspod/" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer">click here</a></p><p>• TikTok: <a href="https://www.tiktok.com/@neurolympics" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer">click here</a></p><p>• Podcast Website: <a href="https://www.brainsfirst.com/podcast" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer">click here</a></p><p><br></p><p>Follow our guest: </p><p>Carline Mohr: <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/carline-mohr-5b6690151/" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer">click here</a></p><p>Leah Shine: <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/leahshine/" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer">click here</a></p><p>Follow our host: <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/lucie-pressl-9319bb9b/%C3%A2%C2%81%C2%A0" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer">click here</a></p>
February 10, 2026
Emotion Researcher Explains: Why Repressing Unhappy Feelings Destroys Work Culture | Prof. Dr. Van Kleef
<p>Feel free to book a demo call for the NeurOlympics today: <a href="http://brainsfirst.com/en/demo" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">brainsfirst.com/en/demo</a><br>Today’s guest is <strong>Prof. Dr. Gerben Van Kleef</strong>, Professor at the University of Amsterdam and a leading emotion researcher. He explains why emotions are not “soft stuff,” but powerful social signals that shape decisions, relationships, and workplace culture.<br>We explore his <strong>Emotions as Social Information (EASI) theory</strong>, why forcing a “happy workplace” can backfire, and how emotional intelligence helps teams read the room, handle tension, and solve problems instead of smiling through them.<br>00:00 Introduction</p><p>01:33 What Is the Role of Emotions in the Western Workplace</p><p>02:19 Why Is Work Culture Shifting Toward Emotions</p><p>03:57 EASI Theory How Emotions Become Social Data</p><p>05:25 Can You Trust Your Emotions at Work</p><p>12:25 Are Anger Fear and Sadness Really Negative</p><p>18:37 How Emotions Change Cognition and Decision Making</p><p>27:55 Why Are We Drawn to Narcissistic Leaders</p><p>33:59 Winter Blues How Do You Stay Mentally Strong at Work<br> Learn more about BrainsFirst: <a href="https://www.brainsfirst.com" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">https://www.brainsfirst.com</a><br> Follow us on social media:<br>• LinkedIn: <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/company/brainsfirst/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">https://www.linkedin.com/company/brainsfirst/</a><br>• Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/neurolympicspod/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">https://www.instagram.com/neurolympicspod/</a><br>• TikTok: <a href="https://www.tiktok.com/@neurolympics" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">https://www.tiktok.com/@neurolympics</a><br>• Podcast Website: <a href="https://www.brainsfirst.com/podcast" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">https://www.brainsfirst.com/podcast</a><br> Follow our guest: <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/gerben-van-kleef-27691b7/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">https://www.linkedin.com/in/gerben-van-kleef-27691b7/</a><br> Follow our host: <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/lucie-pressl-9319bb9b/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">https://www.linkedin.com/in/lucie-pressl-9319bb9b/</a></p>
December 15, 2025
Digital Empowerment Expert: Why Feeling Unseen Hurts Like Real Pain | Younes Skalli
<p>Feel free to book a demo call for the NeurOlympics today: <a href="https://www.brainsfirst.com/en/demo" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferer">click here</a></p><p> </p><p>Sit down with Younes Skalli, a Digital Empowerment Advisor, educator, and storyteller, to explore one essential question: what does it really take to feel appreciated at work?</p><p> </p><p>He breaks down why appreciation matters more than ever, and how being unseen affects motivation and wellbeing. Younes also reveals practical ways leaders can make people feel truly recognized at work. </p><p><br></p><p>0:00 Introduction</p><p>02:04 What Is Appreciation to You?</p><p>08:06 What Happens When You Don’t Feel Valued?</p><p>16:54 Why Feeling Seen Is a Basic Human Need</p><p>21:38 Can There Be Too Much Appreciation?</p><p>26:16 Effort vs Results What Should Leaders Appreciate?</p><p>32:12 The Most Powerful Appreciation Isn’t Words</p><p>34:03 How Storytelling Makes People Feel Seen</p><p>40:10 Digital Empowerment Helping People Feel Valued Online</p><p>50:29 Small Acts of Appreciation That Change Everything</p><p>59:48 This One Act of Kindness</p><p> </p><p>🔗 Learn more about BrainsFirst: <a href="https://www.brainsfirst.com" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferer">click here</a></p><p>📍 Follow us on social media:</p><p>• LinkedIn: <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/company/brainsfirst/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferer">click here</a></p><p>• Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/neurolympicspod/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferer">click here</a></p><p>• TikTok: <a href="https://www.tiktok.com/@neurolympics" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferer">click here</a></p><p>• Podcast Website: <a href="https://www.brainsfirst.com/podcast" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferer">click here</a></p><p> </p><p>👥 Follow our guest: <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/younes-skalli3/ " target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferer">click here</a></p><p>🎙️ Follow our host: <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/lucie-pressl-9319bb9b/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferer">click here</a></p>
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