Mayim Bialik's Breakdown

By: Mayim Bialik
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  • Mayim Bialik’s Breakdown is a quirky, informative, and interactive podcast breaking down the myths and misunderstandings about mental health and emotional well-being. Neuroscientist Mayim Bialik combines her academic background with vast personal experience to provide listeners with valuable practical advice focusing on removing the stigma surrounding mental health and encouraging an understanding of the mind-body connection. Nothing is off limits as Mayim breaks it down with an amazing collection of guests.
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  • How Bird Flu Could Impact YOU: Virologist Explains the Risks, How to Protect Yourself, & Why Egg Prices are So High
    Mar 7 2025

    When it comes to the bird flu, you are probably panicking about the wrong things! Understand the bird flu’s impact on wild birds, chickens, cows, cats, your grocery bill and whether or not your health is at risk.

    Dr. Seema Lakdawala, a molecular virologist from Emory University, is here to calm your fears with the latest bird flu news and help you better understand how the virus will impact you. She breaks down everything you need to know — what the H5N1 virus is and how it spreads, if the bird flu will become a pandemic, the difference between avian influenza and the seasonal flu, the bird flu symptoms in humans, how bird flu is affecting chickens, ducks and cows, how infections in wild birds are causing the spread of the virus and how you can best protect yourself from infection. Understand the impact vaccines will have against the virus and why we need to offer the vaccine to our poultry farmers and veterinarians, how your cat could be at risk for the bird flu virus and why infected chickens are causing high egg prices and egg shortages.

    And be sure to stay tuned until the end of the video! Mayim shows you a few egg substitutes for baking to save you money and precious eggs while we combat this virus and sky-high egg prices!

    Current CDC Bird Flu Stats: https://www.cdc.gov/bird-flu/situation-summary/index.html

    Learn more about Emory University School of Medicine's Department of Microbiology and Immunology: https://med.emory.edu/departments/microbiology-immunology/index.html

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    • YouTube.com/mayimbialik
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    1 hr and 9 mins
  • #1 Menopause Doctor: How to Lose Fat, Improve Sleep, & Feel Better Now
    Mar 4 2025

    You won't believe the latest research on menopause. And, sadly, most doctors aren’t telling you what you need to know.

    Think menopause is just about hot flashes? Think again!

    Dr. Mary Claire Haver, MD, FACOG, CMP (board-certified Obstetrician & Gynecologist) is here to expose the hidden truths about menopause and perimenopause– weight gain, mood swings, anxiety, depression, sleep disruptions, how perimenopause can often be worse than menopause, and the myths surrounding hormone replacement therapy!

    Most doctors only had one hour of study on menopause education. Dr. Haver also reveals proactive steps you can take TODAY to lessen future symptoms including how hormone replacement therapy (HRT) can tackle brain fog, fatigue, and how to avoid losing muscle mass which is critical to healthy aging.

    Dr. Haver tells Mayim the best exercises for menopause weight loss and shares perimenopause and menopause success stories! Plus, get the lowdown on gut health myths, including why women's gut health is so different from men’s. Empower yourself to take control now and get the support you deserve!

    The Pause Life Menopause Guides: https://thepauselife.com/

    A Citizen's Guide to Menopause Advocacy: https://thepauselife.com/pages/menopause-advocacy

    Menopause Empowerment Guide: https://mailchi.mp/00fb4ddf891c/empowerment-guide

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    • YouTube.com/mayimbialik
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    1 hr and 22 mins
  • Chelsea Handler on How to Make Drastic Changes, Accept Your Mistakes, and What Turning 50 Means to Her!
    Feb 25 2025

    Chelsea Handler (comedian, television host, bestselling author) opens up about her transformative journey, from her powerful lessons on sisterhood learned from a tense meeting with Jane Fonda to the moment she realized her tough exterior was holding her back. Mayim breaks down her latest book, “I’ll Have What She’s Having” and Chelsea’s dating history, including her break-up with Jo Koy. Chelsea reveals how confronting deep-rooted anger fueled by childhood grief led her to therapy and spirituality, giving her the strength to evolve and embrace new forms of healing. Plus, she shares how turning 50 has reshaped her perspective on life, relationships, and finding freedom in saying "no"—a life-changing shift that’s led her to enjoy the freedom of not having kids while still embracing the joys of being a "stepmom" to many.

    Chelsea Handler’s newest book, I’ll Have What She’s Having: https://www.chelseahandler.com/book

    Chelsea Handler’s podcast, the Dear Chelsea Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/dear-chelsea/id1563085598

    Chelsea Handler's Las Vegas Residency, Chelsea at The Chelsea: https://www.ticketmaster.com/artist/1048344?venueId=189310

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    1 hr and 4 mins

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Real Conversation

I enjoy the honest conversation and Mayim is great and breaking it down. Fascinating guests.

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wonderful conversation

Very informative! I learn so much Breakdown podcasts.1 of the best podcasts out there Highly recommend. This episode is fabulous if you're contemplating Meditate

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Love this a podcast

Since I first started listening, I have learned so much not just about myself, but others as well!!

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So impressed!

Absolutely loved the break down style and authentic humble conversations. It's all about delivery in being received, and this is truly on point!

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Fantastic episode. Thank you Mayim and Leslie!

This episode had me weeping. Thank you Mayim and Leslie for sharing his life story, struggle with addiction, depression, coming out as gay and living his life on his terms in a homophobic society. He lived it all with such grace and love for others that Leslie is truly an inspiration. I only wish he had more time on this planet. <3

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Such an amazing concept

I love that these episodes are well articulated and intelligent. I have a “wow moment” in nearly every episode and it has opened up many new subjects that I can relate to and research. The episodes contain so much information from many voices and points of view but are easily communicated with humor and empathy. Love it

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The helpfulness of the podcasts

I like that people would spend time out of their day to help others, which this podcast is doing.

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A great listen no matter who you are

Mayim covers a variety of topics, typically mental health related, but always from a scientific perspective. She is open and honest about her own experiences which translates to the listener feeling like she is your new best friend. She's funny, intelligent and though provoking.

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Love the episode with Kunal.

I HAD to take notes. I can not tell you how many times I have listened to it. Honestly I take notes on alot of your episodes. However, with that one I pulled over to take notes.

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Amazing

Such a great episode. I cried several times and learned so much. I paused the episode and bought the book. It arrives tomorrow and I'm so excited to read it.

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