Dr. David Linden: Life, Death & the Neuroscience of Your Unique Experience

In this episode, my guest is Dr. David Linden, Ph.D., professor of neuroscience at Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine and the author of many popular books about the brain. We discuss individual differences between people - focusing on differences in how people sense the world around them and the roles that chance, heredity, and life experiences (even in utero) play in determining our physical and cognitive traits. We discuss the bidirectional connection between the mind and body and how our thoughts and mental practices (e.g., meditation and breathwork) impact our health. We also discuss the link between inflammation and depression. We also discuss Dr. Linden’s terminal illness diagnosis, his mindset during chemotherapy and what his diagnosis has taught him about the mind, gratitude, time perception and life. This episode also covers sensual touch, cerebellar function, and epigenetic inheritance and ought to be of interest to all interested in neuroscience, genetics, psychology and human development.
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Timestamps
00:00:00 David Linden
00:03:59 Sponsors: ROKA & Levels; Huberman Lab Survey
00:07:54 Sensory Touch & Genitals, Krause Corpuscles
00:16:46 Sexual Experiences & Sensation
00:19:14 Human Individuality & Variation; Senses & Odor Detection
00:30:25 Sponsor: AG1
00:31:22 Visual Individuality; Heat Tolerance; Early Life Experiences & Variation
00:40:28 Auditory Variability, Perfect Pitch
00:42:08 Heritability & Human Individuality: Cognitive & Physical Traits
00:49:36 Heritability, Environment, Personality; Twin Studies
01:00:12 Sponsor: InsideTracker
01:01:19 Development, Chance; Transgenerational Epigenetic Inheritance
01:07:37 Single Generation Epigenetic Inheritance & Stress; Autism
01:15:52 Sleep Paralysis; Cerebellum, Prediction
01:23:47 Nature vs. Nature, Experience; Linden Hypothesis
01:30:37 Mind-Body Interaction; Chemical Signals
01:39:10 Inflammation & Depression
01:43:35 Neuroplasticity, Inflammation & Mental Disorders; Microglial Cells, Exercise
01:52:15 Fads & Science
01:55:16 Mind-Body Communication; Cancer
02:03:28 Mind-Body, Mediation, Breathwork
02:07:30 Atrial Fibrillation, Synovial Sarcoma, Heart
02:14:22 Gratitude & Anger; Chemotherapy, Curiosity & Time Perception
02:19:58 Death, Brain & Future Prediction, Religion & Afterlife
02:24:15 Life Advice; Time Perception & Gratitude
02:34:35 Zero-Cost Support, KZbin Feedback, Spotify & Apple Reviews, Sponsors, Momentous, Social Media, Neural Network Newsletter
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[@justicethompson7429]

I dropped out of highschool when I was 15. I'm now 25 and not only went back and got my diploma this year, but received my letter of admission to university within the same month because of the prep work I did before hand, Including foundational neuroscience. all of this stems from the knowledge, wisdom, and motivation gifted to me by your podcast Professor. Thank you.

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[@Biblio_sap]

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[@ITT2023]

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[@OnceAJay]

I think I'd listen to Dr. David for 10 hours without getting tired. Something about his way of putting information out so smoothly makes me want to pay attention to everything he talks about.

[@bawla]

I agree! This lecture was actually probably the farthest from the usual topics I peruse from Dr. Huberman's podcasts, motivation and exercise, but Dr. Linden's approach to every sub-topic presented in this video is the best I've seen/heard.

[@alicepierce3263]

I couldn’t agree more. He also has such a likeable, accessible, gentle way about him.

[@aishwaryasj7550]

So true! This was one of the most enjoyable episodes purely because of his conversational approach!

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[@symphony357]

I agree. I always learn so much!

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[@pablolucsa]

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[@sarahal-i3283]

Professor, your grief episode and now having someone not only that is a scientist but a human going through terminal illness and speaking about it, has brought me tears and in a way infinite love of this life as a very close member in my life reached a limited given time after so many years of fighting... No one on my life seems to be supportive or active on having these conversations. All your episodes to me are in a sense my community... Thank you.

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[@ferguson8143]

I agree and believe that it's important to talk about death and all that comes with it good and bad when we are kids to teens and adults and after someone passes away and by doing so I think it would be beneficial to people when it happens to someone and eventually yourself instead of acting like it doesn't happen or how important grieving is and that it's ok since it is the one thing we all are guaranteed is our own death and is why i think having a dog when your growing up to help use learn about life and death since they don't have life span like we do or whatever animal you choose

[@krispyasfck]

I've been thinking about the meaning of life and my inevitable death and the deaths of my loved ones quite often recently. I have found that this is something no one really wants to talk about and I've ended up having to search online for answers and thoughts to these questions. Grateful that podcasts like these have somewhat covered the topic. Would love to hear more though.

[@Villaniunka]

Most people I know avoid talking about death and when I start talking about it, I’m often told to change the topic. Most likely, they are motivated by fear. However, whether we talk about death or not, we will have to come to terms with our mortality sooner or later. Often times we start thinking about it when we get older or when we get sick. It’s hard to part with life, especially when we were blessed with a good one. However, death is a part of life and we have to accept that fact. Today’s podcast gave us a road map to our last destination. A big thank you to both speakers for that!

[@kikiaziz17]

I love every episode but the ending of this one,just brought me to tears. I watched my dad suffer from an aggressive cancer for two years and,his last week in the hospital was a remarkable experience to watch. Throughout the experience, we all knew he was worried about leaving us but it was his faith in God that got him through the pain and treatment. We're so blessed to believe in an afterlife because my dad was an amazing man and left a legacy. We lost him in July and although i believe he's in a better place,and i pray to join him one day,the separation has left me stuck and unmotivated. This podcast and your immense dedication to putting out this critical information, has been such an inspiration for me to do more so i can leave an impact, not as great as you probably @Dr. Huberman but you give me hope to try.

[@mathias5578]

Nothing lasts forever...

[@braxos319]

Dr. Linden has one of the most gentle cadences I've ever heard. The way he explained things made it that much more digestible and easily understood. Great episode per usual.

[@janicehussock7735]

Yes, a gentle cadence draws us

[@naomilee9866]

I didn’t think the Huberman lab would be added to the list of podcasts that have made me cry. Thank you David ❤

[@velemaj]

This is by far my favourite episode! The vulnerability, the learning, the humanity! All of it! I have spent the past year and a half recovering from bacterial meningitis and two back surgeries. It have been a very challenging time but listening to your podcast has become part of my weekly routine. When I first woke up from my coma, all I could think of was the little things that I missed. I agree with Dr. Linden, that it is the big things>. Life is too short and we must always appreciate all we have! Thank you!

[@janeca10]

I went to bed late watching this podcast and my neurons woke me up early this morning to come back to this amazing episode. Dr Daivd Linden is a great person to both science and humanity, I found so charming when he said his wife is the best..then later in the video he mentioned the profound love involved ( which was beautiful to hear). Regarding his diagnosis the way he thinks generate energy to a successful treatment. Also being able to feel gratitude helps the heart to cope with the challenges. Dr. David's knowledge and experience will brighten present and future medical treatments. I can't wait to get his book! Unique! Tks Dr. Andrew Huberman for having Dr David Linden, amazing episode!

[@Marieb52]

When Dr. Linden says “A sense of agency came from being curious, from being a total nerd about things”, I just thought “that’s why I listen to this podcast”! 😆😆. I love the amount of nerdy science detail you give us access to through this podcast. When you say “Thankyou for your interest in science”, I just think…”right back at ya”. ❤️

[@gregglister8074]

What an amazing, articulate, accomplished, brave man. I wish him well.

[@lucretiasulimay1968]

I was listening to the podcast on journaling about your past trauma in your life . I had cancer 10 years ago n a double mastectomy , it was a long 3 years . I didn't think of it as one of my traumas , I felt fortunate for all the life that I had lived up to that point!!! I Will be celebrating my 65th birthday soon n have traveled to 14 countries since!! I get up every morning and reset my circadian rhythm with the sun 🌞🌞🌞❤

[@Stefan-tn6br]

I am preparing for a marathon and every time I go for a 2/3hr run I plug into my ears one of your podcasts while being out in nature. It makes me feel like I am not only training physically but mentally as well through learning and hearing you discuss about topics that I have never thought I would learn. Keep doing what your doing! Much love! 🙏🏼

[@endgamefond]

Please invite David Linden again in the next 2-5 years and It made me tear up when he said what he is grateful for. I hope in the next years to come, he can have more great experiences in this life.

[@theresahope9759]

Since my father passed away, 2 months ago, I have found myself trying to reestablish some sense of structure for my life as it now unfolds. And listening to your podcasts has been a great tool for that purpose, as they always engage my mind to focus on the present, on the lesson, on the learning instead of wandering in the past...Grieving is, as I came to know, a lengthy and dense process, but still l have to find the energy to go forward. Thank you for your work, Professor!

[@kikiaziz17]

Wow I too lost my dad in July and find myself stuck and in limbo,unmotivated amd unable to focus. It's a difficult process indeed and will feel different every moment on. But trust in the process and yes I totally agree that Dr. Andrew Huberman gives me so much to strive for and look forward too. I pray I can touch the lives of people the way my dad did and the amazing legacy that, Dr. Andrew Huberman will leave us and our future generations. Thank God and thank you for all you do for us

[@theresahope9759]

I am so sorry for your loss...As my uncle said, we learn to live with the loss. The pain eventually subsides, never completely, but enough so that we can go on with our lives, rebuilding who we are. I am sure that there is a God above in control of the things we cannot manage. Faith has been of great help for me, too. A warm embrace to you and everyone who's lost a parent.

[@mariee.5912]

I am sorry for you loss. I lost my father in 2016. I can only say that grief for me is not expecting my father t show up, but I still miss him. ❤

[@theresahope9759]

​@@mariee.5912 thank you..

[@JulietMartin2022]

How ironic that a brilliant man like Dr. Linden with a heart of gold is being taken out of our realm by heart illness. God bless you Dr. Linden and bless you Dr. Huberman for bringing this treasure to us all. ❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️

[@subi1677]

Such an informative and insightful discussion. As a cancer survivor, he hit the nail on the head when he said that the worst part of dying is leaving your loved ones behind. Nothing else matters.

[@avdain]

I can't thank you enough for how consistent you are with the podcasts! Thank you Andrew! ❤

[@sheilagriffin4850]

Best conversation ever! Dr. Linden is much more than a total rockstar. May he live a long life so he can share his wisdom with humanity! Well done Dr. Huberman.

[@cyndijoylee]

My biological mother admitted to me when I was fifty years old that the reason she always said I make her feel guilty was because she had done everything possible to herself to prevent a live birth. I was born and misdiagnosed with cerebral palsy. My life has been a succession of struggle with health issues. Both physically and emotionally. I am. 66. Recovering from open heart surgery. For a 100% blockage and calcification of LAD. Collateral vessels saved my life. Thank you for the work you do… I am so grateful to be learning so much.

[@SakuraWulf]

Dr. David Linden is a pleasure to listen to. Not to take away from any of the recent previous guests, but his knowledge and dictation really stood out to me.

[@susie4045]

So informative!❤️ Your famous sunshine in the morning saying is so familiar to me. My mommy had so much foresight when we were kids. She always said the importance of morning sun on the skin and eyes. And just the sun in general is not “bad”. During the sunscreen crazes she protected us with clothing rather than sunscreens. At 49 I’m amazed to see most her her foresights have manifested.

[@mariee.5912]

Omg. I think that our parents were naturally in sinc with practices that now have been demonstrated scientifically. My father always talked to us about hot/cold showers. I wish I can ask him, about his sources.

[@susie4045]

@@mariee.5912 oh wow! You too,huh?? Yes, I was also told about cold showers by my mom when I was a child. I’m so appreciative now how much knowledge my mom accumulated and taught me back then. But Back then I wasn’t so appreciative about it lol, I was always the “different” one growing up which was not easy!

[@mara__7423]

What an amazing conversation, especially the last few minutes. All the best to Dr. Linden, truly some incredible insights from an incredible human being 🙏🏻

[@studymania7754]

Hello sir I am from India, I've always wanted to be a neurosurgeon And I get lots of information from your videos, sir , you are my idol and you always motivate us too. Thank you sir....

[@leob3447]

Great guest! Dr. Linden seems like the kind of person I could talk with for hours on end. I really appreciated the anecdote about time perception after a tough diagnosis. Personally, I can relate as I was initially given a timeframe of 1-3 years, yet here I am a decade later. In many ways, it has permanently shifted my appreciation as well, as I feel like I am living in bonus time.

[@cagoodwin90]

If you don’t mind, could I ask you the same question that Andrew asked Dr. Linden? (And feel free to pass as well) What is your advice?

[@leob3447]

@@cagoodwin90 Honestly, my advice really aligns with what Dr. Linden said. I guess I’m a lot like him in that being a nerd about it was hugely empowering for me. By pouring over studies and learning everything I could, it made me feel like I was giving it my all and had some control over the situation. I also learned there are definitely different ways to look at things in life, and quite frankly there is not right or wrong way to do that. You have the freedom to frame your experiences and trials in a way that works best for you. And if you try it one way for a while, and find that it’s not working, you can indeed flip it to something else to try. Yes, I am a survivor, but I know that the treatments have taken years off of my life. I found that focusing on that can be depressing for me, and instead I view each day/month/year as bonus time is empowering for me. Above all, practicing gratitude during and after the process has also made a big difference. Many people would probably cringe, but in many ways I am even grateful for the cancer, because I’ve learned so much from the experience and grown in ways I couldn’t have.

[@alicepierce3263]

Do you think part of the perception of time passing more slowly is caused by being more engaged/ “present” beacause you appreciate life more?

[@leob3447]

@@alicepierce3263 Absolutely. Spending as much time in the present, practicing mindfulness, is a big part of it. It's amazing how much time we spend in our minds either in the past or trying to predict the future. In some ways, this has limited the time I spend in the future, because I really know it's not guaranteed anymore.

[@cejv1015]

I wish I got to spend time with people like dr. Linden. This is the next best thing as well as his books I guess. Very precious. Soothing logic. Exspansive eloquent communication. Very nourishing for the mind. I really needed this.

[@cejv1015]

@@danymilll707 sure!

[@saranya.s9547]

Dr David is such an inspiration , being so curious even in face of terminal illness is highly commendable. His rationale to go behind all the different 'mind body' process claims and map them to scientific explanations will definitely help us filter out pseudoscientific claims .Huge thanks to Dr Huberman for this profound conversation !!

[@emirbolin6194]

Dear Huberman, could you please do an episode regarding posture, both while sleeping, as well as being awake? Please like this comment if you think this topic sounds interesting!

[@madsvee1936]

Would love this. Currently in a phase of focusing on the health/strength/mobility of my feet, and posture is right with that.

[@murilokrominski]

I just delved into the episode with Dr. David Linden and I'm utterly captivated! It's amazing how every discussion about the brain takes us on a labyrinthine journey of wonders and discoveries. The dialogue between mind and body, the influence of practices like meditation on our health, and Dr. Linden's insightful take on life and gratitude made this episode a true gem. It's one of those conversations that prompt deep reflection and an appreciation for the intricacy of human experience. I'm genuinely blown away and eager for more!

[@lalailm]

I think this has been my favorite episode so far. What a superb conversation!

[@bowen324]

I love this podcast, it's like auditing a class. I get to pick up on so many things I have no background in.

[@kailerbritton]

May Dr David Linden live on for another 30 years

[@hali6260]

Just finished watching you on Lex. What a heartfelt beautiful podcast episode. Love both of you bros.

[@coachminix702]

What you are doing is absolutely revolutionary. I’ve learned 10x more from your content than I have almost anywhere else, regarding neurobiology at least. Thank you SO much!

[@melissa_buchanan]

Thank you, thank you, thank you. This has been such an amazing podcast, I actually listened to it then watched it, experiencing it twice. I had wow moments and tears. So much appreciation for Dr Linden for his knowledge and his vulnerability, especially the last 20mins. ❤️ Andrew, your podcasts are like no other and they are truly packed filled with goodness. This one has been the best. ❤ Sending love and light to both of you. 🙌

[@matiasparedes2509]

What a great conversation of two passionate seekers of the truth. And what a generosity in show us your genuine way of think, see and do in the world. With this action you contribute to grow and feed more and more genuine seekers

[@karenvantuyl901]

Fantastic talk today. Thank you! Thank you Dr. Linden for your contribution to our world. Sending much Love, Light and healing to you and your family. ❤

[@HP-qg3bp]

Dr Linden is delightful and knowledgable. I hope he stops saying he doesn't deserve the love because he certainly does deserve the love and the🍀.

[@sofkitty878]

As a bioengineer, Dr. Linden is a living legendary

[@SebMaster6]

I've been following neuroscience topic for some time and it is so nice to FINALLY see someone talk about the role of epigenetics re: mental/physical health and the mind/body connection in a way that can be understood and explored by anyone. I would love to see this topic further explored. Thank you!

[@epidoxa8880]

Dr. Linden gets in to it at about 3/4 of the way through. Love it!

[@erikd11323]

Loved David's comment on appreciating the big things over the little things. That part really got me choked up. Thank you to you both for this amazing discussion!

[@mojganshokri6234]

What an episode, amazing. Last 20 minutes made me cry😢.

[@melaniefox-smith8776]

Dr. Huberman, thank you for the wisdom and knowledge you bring to us through your persistence and dedication to your craft. Your integrity is so evident. I hope you remember all the positive recognition you receive instead of the cowardly actions of those who namelessly attempt to change the story about what you’ve contributed to us all. Don’t let the bastards get you down.

[@themindfulsk8r]

Wow the discussion about the end of his life was very moving and inspiring thank you to both of you to allowing such vulnerability

[@sanjivkhadka4234]

😊 a

[@figlijoke]

So emotional. I cried a bit at the end. Thank you both so much!

[@andreahintz5094]

Ok, this one got me in tears at the end. I pray for this man.

[@yogendrabajpai6750]

You are the man I look upto in terms of intellectual charm . Thankyou very much for igniting this sense of curiosity about biology in me

[@djibonni]

Mr. Huberman, you move mountains with your actions, and your guests change our inner world, at least mine. The time we live in is priceless precisely because of these things, people and ideas. Many, many thank you and your guests!

[@Bea54694]

Thanks for this Andrew. The last month has been maybe the best month of the podcast so far. Incredible job. Also Dr Linden looks like exactly the kinda person I’d listen to when they started talking about the afterlife. 🧙

[@georgettekolkman5622]

What a wise, kind and compassionate human being (nerd) Dr Linden is. Thank you so much Dr Huberman for sharing his beautiful story and priceless kowledge with the world. Much gratitude 🙏

[@someone2021]

"A stressed mother has a part in Schizophrenia and Autism" This has certainly been the case in my family. My mother is a very anxious person and was in a minor car accident when she was pregnant with my brother. My brother is schizophrenic and I am autistic. It is scary to think how much influence the utero environment has on development. Autism and Schizophrenia were considered the same disorder up until 1980, there are many genetic overlaps.

[@johannaaa1434]

Can you do a podcast about fatigue and weakness in the body, and how to recover? That would be a great help. 🙏

[@iaintrimble1137]

One of the best podcast interviews ever!

[@Daniel-sb7ze]

You definitely got me in the last 10 minutes here. The exact wording on the bigger things, and the importance of leaving others behind, I resonate with. First time I’ve shed a tear. Great podcast and thank you, Andrew.

[@valentinacrespo]

First time ever?

[@Daniel-sb7ze]

First time in relation to watching the HLP. :)@@valentinacrespo

[@mdmck20]

What an absolutely beautiful conversation you had at the end. Thank you so much for sharing that moment with us, Dr. Linden and Dr. Huberman.

[@tammyb8742]

What a charming character. I really enjoyed this conversation and I wish him a long life.

[@heatherbruce1668]

This was just such a remarkable mix of science, curiosity, potential, excitement and the emotion of what we all share as humans. I am so grateful i live in a time where i puck up my phone and get to listen and learn and experience such a remarkable conversation between 2 so accompplushed scientists. Thank you so very much ❤

[@zarnzed5798]

Andrew Huberman Thank you from my heart for sharing such an incredible man with us! Dr David Linden is truly a remarkable human being and I’m so forever grateful for his knowledge, wisdom and just pure loving honesty and rawness of living and dying. So much respect for all you wonderful “Nerds” but you’re not nerds to me. Forever eternally grateful. 💯🙏🥰

[@ankitk_here]

May Dr. David Linden live long n become healthy. He has so much to give to the society. Lv ❤

[@silvia0224]

I was listening to this interview on my way to work not knowing what to expect and to my surprise it was one of my favorite talks to listen to. What an amazing interview, Dr. Linden is such a beautiful human being, wishing him a long and healthy life. Thanks Dr. Huberman for always bringing us interesting topics. I really enjoy listening to your podcast.

[@ihateyourusernames]

Thanks for putting this episode together. I found out recently that my uncle, with whom I am very close, has been diagnosed with liver cancer. It is inoperable, and the oncologist has given him 5 months if he were to do nothing; 14 months if he begins immunotherapy, which he has decided to proceed with. Alcohol consumption over the years is likely the cause of this. He is 78 now, and he has put down the bottle completely as a result of the news. I'm doing my best to encourage positive lifestyle habits, such as exercise and healthy eating. I am dedicated to applying what I know to help extend the quality of life he has. This episode is quite motivating, and I do appreciate you discussing the difficult topic of death with your guest. Thank you for all that you do.

[@TofiYee]

Such a genuine discussion between two great minds! Thank you for freely sharing and enlightening my life. I count my blessings and be grateful.

[@dianadinuzzo]

This is one of those times when words are not enough! Mr David Linden: GRAZIE for having shared what you know and how you have been feeling, it has been an amazing lesson to get to know what you have shared in this conversation and seeing your tears and hearing your words has deeply moved me and many more as I see. Thank you Mr Huberman for giving so many one of us the chance to get to know such an AWEsome human being!

[@flowresearchcollective]

This video is a fascinating exploration of the intricate connections between our unique experiences, neuroscience, and the mind-body relationship. Dr. David Linden's insights on individual differences, the impact of thoughts on health, and the profound link between inflammation and depression are thought-provoking! Great episode! 🚀💯

[@criscris5061]

An incredible talk. What a guy is David. I feel him near to my heart.

[@criscris5061]

@danymilll707 yes

[@criscris5061]

I am from Colombia @danymilll707

[@zachariahdrown8435]

Dr. Linden was a wealth of information and we are lucky have him on the podcast !

[@cococornhuskyy]

you know it's a good episode when you have a completely packed day but you take any few minute stretch to see what they're going to talk about next. fantastic episode. i love how you guys start with a study, go into the wider biological context so we the non-neuroscientists can understand, and then float some new, exciting, and impactful ideas. truly organic learning here.

[@zestyraccoon813]

Absolutely incredible. It really does make me wonder as someone who is not religious if there really is a higher power. I find it hard to believe that this deep level of complexity just happens on its own and not just on its own, but in a perfect and balanced way. This podcast is the best out there imo.

[@krispyasfck]

I've also wondered the same more so recently.

[@kanis999]

The mind body problem is evidence that we have a lot more to learn about reality. Conscious experience it qualitatively different from physics and chemicals. Pure materialism can't be true bc subjective experience is undeniably different from the physical world. Doesn't mean we have souls necessarily, but it does give some hope.

[@satyamtraditionalyoga.2150]

I'm grateful and Thanks to huberman. The world class conversation is happening here. the entire session was incredible and lot of things to learn and apply in my profession. especially at 1.56 hrs to 2.35. which deals with 'YOGA NIDRA' and chakra related discussions. In my 20 years of YOGA NIDRA training experience, these practices helped lot of people and conquer their fear, anxiety, sexual disorders. Dr.david is genius and master in his field. he has openly discussed wide array of topic here. Thank you sir. Thanks Huberman. You are inspiring.

[@CongDuyNguyen-ki9yc]

Professor Huberman,i am a big fan of you in vietnam. I'm glad that the useful knowledge you convey, it helps me a lot in life

[@PNWMan]

Your podcast is always great to listen and relisten to when doing things around the house, gives good tips to better your health

[@Saxofoonreed]

Dear Professor Huberman, would you be willing to do an episode on the "timeline" of extended fasting? Walking through all the processes that take place at 6 hours, 12 hours, 18 hours, 24 hours, 30 hours, etc. Addressing things like autophagy, human growth hormone production/release, insulin sensitivity, immune system responses and other bodily responses and explaining what causes these changes in our cellular metabolism to occur at different stages of fasting and what their effects are on health and overall human biology? Thank you so much for the incredible amount of information and insight you've put out there already.

[@itsthetinysistersshow327]

This was one of the most touching, Huberman labs I have listened to. I found myself tearing up a couple of times. The entire episode was so poignant for me personally, and I’m so grateful to have found this podcast last year. Thank you for putting out this important content.

[@MasteringAdulthood]

Thank YOU both for this! This episode was beyond meaningful to me personally. My husband recently passed from Glioblastoma in the cerebellum. So both the brief discussion of the (dys) functions of the cerebellum, in addition to Dr. Linden's internal experience as he faces his mortality, has given me so much more perspective of what my hubby might have been experiencing (or struggling with). He was not very skillful at articulating his experience . As a science driven person, who has just been through a long 4 year battle with GBM, I can't help but take this interview as a what I needed to hear. Like a message from my Ruben. Thank you again!!

[@harrietttyrrell4329]

Thank you for introducing us to Mr. Linden. I do embrace the way of the nerd, and look forward to learning more about his work. God Bless you both.

[@j.e.moriarty9817]

I'd love to see an episode on cognitive mapping. Michael Bond wrote a book called From Here To There about it. Might make a good guest too.

[@matheusricci5932]

Thank you to both of you. Very insightfull and emotional discussion!

[@gabrielab]

Wisdom at so many levels ❤ Thank you for this conversation.

[@alwayzlearning4355]

My FAVORITE episode so far on the Huberman podcast, and I watched a lot. I didn’t expect the last 30 minutes. What that did for me is beyond words! Thank you

[@hollymc989]

After what I witnessed & experienced with my late Mom - Dr. Linden is totally on the right track about the connection between inflammation & depression! Too much to get into (a bunch of autoimmune conditions too + almost exclusively a gluten & sugar diet at the end ...) but I sincerely appreciate that someone in the science community is interested and has a suspicion about the connection between inflammation and depression. The medical community definitely needs scientific proof on this one! Thanks Dr. Linden & Dr. Huberman .

[@debrobinson857]

Tears….thank you for sharing this wonderful person so full of knowledge with us!❤

[@DocJon1]

Awesome !!!! Thanks Dr Huberman , absolutely love your podcasts .

[@Wamagirii]

With profound gratitude.....Thank you Dr. Linden

[@junnem6399]

This episode with Professor Linden was very intriguing and touched me a lot. I’ve been experimenting with the protocols you recommend since my husband, who passed away last month, had been battling cancer. I cannot describe in words what I had to go through during the past month, but I think I’ve been handling the situation well together with my eleven-year-old daughter. I don’t know how I would have been without the protocols. Professor Huberman, thank you for providing all the information and bringing better life for people. Learning that many cancer patients in my country suffer both mental and physical problems before and during cancer development, I truly believe your podcast (and your book if it becomes available in the future) should be translated into many other languages.

[@nicolai5644]

Very touching to hear Dr. Linden speak about his diagnosis. Thank you both for sharing this. In regard to future guests on this channel, I would like to suggest you consider the following: Alok Kanojia, Russel Reiter, Carolyn Dean, and Chandler Marrs

[@lalailm]

it would be great to have Dr K. on HLP. I think his curious energy matches Professor Huberman's energy very well

[@dawdlingcahoot]

been awhile since I cried listening to a Dr Huberman podcast- this man is truly one of the great ones, thank you so much for bringing him into my life

[@Marie-LouiseArt]

Your new videos are always welcome in our house and I often recommend you to my clients, friends and family. You have helped so many Professor Huberman. Thank you.

[@sheilagarrick]

I learn every time I listen. This episode was on a whole different level. I'm breathing deeply, with gratitude for the BIG stuff. Thank you both for your curiosity, your body of work and your presence.

[@cherylnathanodette]

Wow this episode was amazing poor chappie and so brave. Lots of information as an episode this was up there. I wish him well and hope he's pain free.

[@justmorenoise]

Always excited to watch a new episode. Thankyou for the great content

[@janetbrowning6602]

Thank you for sharing your excellent insights into your science and your life Dr. Linden. Most appreciated and unforgettable. And as always, thank you Dr. Huberman for sharing the fine scientific minds you are in a unique position to know. Another gem.

[@yuvalulav]

THANK YOU!!! I have only recently discovered your podcasts and I am thrilled! You have become a source of vast knowledge and even more so, a source of endless beauty and inspiration in my life. I am a musician-turned-breatwork-trainer, so I have learned and advanced my practice thanks to your incredible contribution. I admire your passion and commitment to providing detailed scientific knowledge and research at zero-cost, plus the practical ways to harness that knowledge to enrich and empower everyday life. This episode with David Linden, whose work and research and books I am more familiar with, was a pure delight that brought tears to my eyes. So, thank you again and agian and keep up the amazing work you do. I am eternally grateful!

[@kellyabrahamson9139]

Gosh, I so related to what he said at the end. It definitely is the big things that you’re grateful for when you’ve had a life altering experience. I’m embracing the life of a nerd. Thank you both ❤

[@jtws124]

Coming on to thank your guest and you for this perfect example of so many things, not least the benefit of not limiting discussions to ninety minutes. What a gift