EPI 190: Neuroscientist & Psychologist Charan Ranganath PHD - Memory, Brain Health, And Living A Long Happy Life

Show notes:

(0:00) Intro

(1:27) The why behind the book

(3:14) The science behind memory

(7:45) Memory’s role in mental health

(18:25) Therapeutic approaches to memory

(27:32) The power of reframing

(31:40) The subjectivity of memory

(34:58) Creating lasting memories

(37:44) Maintaining brain health

(43:45) Importance of relationships

(48:29) Redefining purpose in retirement

(50:32) Where to find and learn more about Dr. Ranganath

(52:24) Outro

Who is Dr. Charan Ranganath?

Charan Ranganath is a Professor at the Center for Neuroscience and Department of Psychology and director of the Dynamic Memory Lab at the University of California at Davis. For over 25 years, Dr. Ranganath has studied the mechanisms in the brain that allow us to remember past events, using brain imaging techniques, computational modeling and studies of patients with memory disorders. He has been recognized with several awards, including a Guggenheim Fellowship and a Vannevar Bush Faculty Fellowship. He lives in Davis, California. Outside of neuroscience, Dr. Ranganath is also a songwriter and guitarist with a number of recording credits, including a song on a feature film soundtrack.

Connect with Dr. Ranganath:

Website: https://charanranganath.com/

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/charan-ranganath-1a1aa41bb

IG: https://www.instagram.com/thememorydoc/?hl=en

Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/charan-neuro.bsky.social

Grab a copy: https://charanranganath.com/book/

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