The Brain Factor
Episode #62 ~ The One About Living In Your Own Fears
Oct 13, 202629 min
In this Episode Joy and guest host Dr. Maggie Labarta explore the concept of over-analyzing and living in your own fears.
About this Podcast:
Is your brain holding you back? The Brain Factor, brought to you by Meridian, where hope, recovery, and wellness has been possible since 1971, is a lighthearted informal podcast that explores, how real people maintain or become resilient through evidence based techniques that increase protective factors. We share stories, tips, skills, and laughs through conversation, occasionally with subject matter experts. Don’t let your brain hold you back. Episodes drop once a month on the second Wednesday of the month, to help you get through hump day, and are always less than 30 minutes, because we know you are busy.
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What is The Brain Factor about?
Is your brain holding you back? The Brain Factor, brought to you by Meridian, where hope, recovery, and wellness has been possible since 1971, is a lighthearted informal podcast that explores, how real people maintain or become resilient through evidence based techniques that increase protective factors. We share stories, tips, skills, and laughs through conversation, occasionally with subject matter experts.
Who hosts The Brain Factor?
The Brain Factor is hosted by Meridian. The show has published 63 episodes to date.
What has The Brain Factor covered recently?
Recent episodes include "Episode #62 ~ The One About Living In Your Own Fears" (13 October 2026, 29 minutes), "Episode #61 ~ The One About Hidden Grief" (9 September 2026, 29 minutes), and "Episode #58 ~ The One About Being The First Liker" (10 June 2026, 28 minutes).
How often does The Brain Factor publish?
The Brain Factor publishes roughly monthly, with episodes averaging 26 minutes across 63 episodes.
How hard is it to get booked on The Brain Factor?
Booking probability for The Brain Factor is 41%, and the host is rated Selective on guests. The Brain Factor requires a Pod Score of 80 or higher. The Brain Factor's contact route on record: verified email.
Who should pitch The Brain Factor?
The strongest fits for The Brain Factor are Family & Social Services and Health & Wellness Services. The Brain Factor has a health audience.
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Meridian hosts The Brain Factor, a health podcast with 63 episodes published.
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