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The FitMind Podcast: Mental Fitness, Neuroscience & Psychology

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by FitMind: Neuroscience, Meditation & Mental Fitness Training

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Expert insights on the science of mental fitness. Topics include psychology, neuroscience, mental health, mindfulness meditation, productivity, brain technologies, Stoicism, happiness hacking, and more. Liam McClintock, the Founder of FitMind, talks with leaders in their fields, from neuroscientists and psychologists to Buddhist monks and professional athletes. At FitMind, we believe that the next great human frontier is the mind. FitMind combines ancient techniques with western psychology to provide mental fitness training that is taught at Fortune 500 companies, addiction centers, schools, government organizations, and on the FitMind meditation app. Liam McClintock received a B.A. from Yale and worked in finance before traveling to Asia to study meditation full-time. He is currently completing an MS in Applied Neuroscience at King's College London. Liam is an RYS Certified Yoga & Meditation Instructor and has trained in various meditation styles. He has been featured in Time, Vice, Daily Mail, Cosmopolitan, NBC, and Men's Health.

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Recent Episodes

June 17, 2026

#114: Mindfulness, Medicine, & the Biology of Stress - Dr. Craig Hassed

Dr. Craig Hassed, MD, explains how mindfulness medicine impacts stress biology, inflammation, and aging in this interview.

May 19, 2026

#113: Zen & the Science of Living Well - Robert Waldinger, MD

Host Liam explores with Robert Waldinger, MD, psychiatrist and Zen teacher, how strong relationships and equanimity foster a thriving, meaningful life based on decades of research.

April 21, 2026

#112: The Illusion of Self: Nondual Meditation & Brain Science - John Dunne, PhD

The Illusion of Self: Nondual Meditation & Brain Science with John Dunne, PhD explores how our sense of identity is constructed moment by moment, drawing on Buddhist philosophy, neuroscience, and contemplative practice to explain why thoughts feel real and how seeing through them can fundamentally change our experience. In this episode of The FitMind Podcast, we sit down with John Dunne, PhD—a leading scholar-practitioner bridging ancient wisdom and modern science—to examine the nature of mind, self, and awareness. Rather than treating thoughts as accurate reflections of reality, John frames them as useful but often misleading constructions shaped by the brain's attempt to predict and navigate the world. We explore how meditation helps us "de-reify" thoughts—seeing them as mental events rather than truths—and why this shift may be central to reducing anxiety and depression. John also breaks down non-dual traditions like Mahamudra and Dzogchen, offering a clear lens into practices aimed not at changing experience, but at recognizing its underlying nature. Topics include: <ul> <li data-start="1094" data-end="1672">How the brain constructs a sense of self through predictive models</li> <li data-start="1094" data-end="1672">Why thoughts feel real and how to see through them</li> <li data-start="1094" data-end="1672">The role of meditation in shifting our relationship to thinking</li> <li data-start="1094" data-end="1672">Differences between gradual and non-dual approaches to practice</li> <li data-start="1094" data-end="1672">What "effortless awareness" means and why it matters</li> <li data-start="1094" data-end="1672">Scientific insights from studying advanced meditators</li> </ul> A grounded, intellectually rich conversation for anyone interested in understanding the mind more clearly, working with difficult thoughts, or exploring the intersection of neuroscience and contemplative practice. FitMind Neuroscience-Based App: <a href= "http://bit.ly/afitmind">http://bit.ly/afitmind</a> Website: <a href= "https://www.fitmind.org">www.fitmind.org</a> Show Notes 0:00 | From astronaut dreams to inner exploration 2:40 | Introducing John Dunne and his background 5:30 | Identity crisis and discovering meditation 9:30 | Early practice: Vipassana, metta, and analytical meditation 14:30 | Questioning reality and the nature of self 19:30 | Concepts, language, and why thoughts feel real 25:30 | How the mind constructs identity moment to moment 31:30 | Mahamudra and Dzogchen: gradual vs non-dual paths 38:30 | Effort vs effortlessness in meditation 45:00 | Anxiety, depression, and predictive processing 50:30 | De-reification: seeing thoughts as thoughts 56:30 | Watching the mind vs being lost in it 1:01:30 | Brain studies with advanced meditators 1:07:00 | Non-dual awareness and "always-on" presence 1:12:30 | What enlightenment is (and isn't) 1:17:30 | Tukdam and the mystery of consciousness at death 1:22:30 | Science, meditation, and open questions 1:25:30 | Closing reflections

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What is The FitMind Podcast: Mental Fitness, Neuroscience & Psychology?: Expert insights on the science of mental fitness. Topics include psychology, neuroscience, mental health, mindfulness meditation, productivity, brain technologies, Stoicism, happiness hacking, and more.

Liam McClintock, the Founder of FitMind, talks with leaders in their fields, from neuroscientists and psychologists to Buddhist monks and professional athletes.

At FitMind, we believe that the next great human frontier is the mind. FitMind combines ancient techniques with western psychology to provide mental fitness training that is taught at Fortune 500 companies, addiction centers, schools, government organizations, and on the FitMind meditation app.

Liam McClintock received a B.A. from Yale and worked in finance before traveling to Asia to study meditation full-time. He is currently completing an MS in Applied Neuroscience at King's College London. Liam is an RYS Certified Yoga & Meditation Instructor and has trained in various meditation styles. He has been featured in Time, Vice, Daily Mail, Cosmopolitan, NBC, and Men's Health.
How often does this podcast release new episodes?: This podcast updates weekly.
Where can I listen to this podcast?: This podcast is available on 10 platforms including Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and more. You can also use the RSS feed directly.
Does this podcast accept guests?: Yes, this podcast regularly features guests.

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