Did you know that two-thirds of Alzheimer’s disease patients are women?

In this episode, Tolu sits down with neuroscientist Dr. Natasha Rajah to discuss why women are disproportionately affected and what researchers are beginning to learn about the connection between menopause and brain health.

We talk about the Canadian Brain Health at Midlife and Menopause (BHAMM) study, why this topic has historically been overlooked, and what women should know about brain fog, aging, and cognitive health. Here are some of the themes we discuss:

• Why Alzheimer’s disproportionately affects women
• The Canadian Brain Health at Midlife and Menopause (BHAMM) study
• Why this research has historically been overlooked• How sociocultural factors shape brain health
• The impact of studying mostly “WEIRD” populations in psychology
• Brain fog during menopause vs. early dementia
• What women can do to support brain health

We also explore Dr. Rajah’s journey into neuroscience and her advice for students interested in studying brain health, aging, and gender differences in research.

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In this episode of BrainCore, Tolu sits down with behavioural scientist and professor Tosen Nwadei for a wide-ranging conversation about identity, academia, and the science of human behaviour. As a first-generation Nigerian American, Tosen reflects on the concept of double consciousness and how it shapes his experience navigating academic and professional spaces.Together, they explore how behavioural science connects with psychology, the power of interdisciplinary collaboration, and what research reveals about identity expression in the workplace. Tosen shares insights from his work on career outcomes, belonging, and the subtle social forces that shape decision-making. The episode closes with reflections on the future of behavioural science and an unexpected turn into salsa!Want to find BrainCore elsewhere on the internet?Website - ⁠thebraincorepodcast.com ⁠Instagram - ⁠https://www.instagram.com/thebraincorepodcast/⁠Twitter - ⁠https://x.com/thebraincorepod⁠TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@thebraincorepodcastEmail - thebraincorepodcast@gmail.comCreative Team:Intro/Outro Graphics Design: Earl Bamidele-PensonIntro/Outro Jingle: Jakim Iretomide Ayo-DavidsonVideography: OluVision Media

In this episode of BrainCore, host Tolu Faromika sits down with social psychologist and relationship researcher Dr. Amy Muise to talk about love, sex, and the advice we’ve all heard but rarely question.

Do love languages actually predict relationship success? Is scheduling sex romantic… or the opposite? And what are we really saying when we repeat phrases like “happy wife, happy life”?

Amy brings the science to the table as we unpack the myths, the data, and the cultural narratives that shape how we think about intimacy.From the research on desire to why talking about sex can still feel taboo, especially for women, this conversation is honest, practical, and just uncomfortable enough to be necessary.

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