Mike Niconchuk's guest appearances

Mike Niconchuk

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Think Peace Podcast: Where Peace Crosses the Mind

The Foreseeable Now

Donna Hicks

Jill Bolte Taylor

James Gordon

Daryl Davis

Elizabeth Stanley

Jennifer Dulski

Rick Miller

Jack Peterson

Alek Minassian

Fred Luskin

Alaine Duncan

Frank Furedi

George Bonanno

Tim Phillips

Todd Z

OwlTail

A profound, illuminating, and unvarnished conversation with neuroscientist Mike Niconchuk about polarization and the biology of belonging; the power of science, storytelling, and the narrative of trauma; the constant balance between urgency and safety; and what's possible when we center collective care, and take a "do no harm" oath with ourselves as "wounded healers" trying to reduce suffering in the world.  Mike demythologizes the concept of ‘bouncing back,’ calls "science-activists" into action, and shares why he believes "nothing is more relevant than how the body responds to trauma."  Mike Niconchuk is the Program Director for Beyond Conflict’s work on Trauma and Violent Conflict. Beyond Conflict combines nearly 30 years of experience in conflict prevention, resolution, and reconciliation with the latest cognitive and behavioral science. Mike leads the strategy and execution of initiatives focused on trauma and violence prevention in the U.S., Germany, Jordan, and Lebanon. These initiatives focus on the link between neuroscience and participation in group violence and the mind-body effects of conflict, forced displacement, and violence on youth and adults.  He’s the author of the Field Guide for Barefoot Psychology, a unique psycho-educational and trauma recovery program for communities affected by trauma and adversity. The Field Guide is grounded in the belief that “science is a right and self-awareness is an asset”. First piloted in the Za’atri Refugee camp in Jordan with 160 participants, it now exists in both print and mobile app formats. In one of the largest neurophysiology studies ever conducted in a post-conflict setting, the Field Guide was determined to be effective in reducing mental health stigma, PTSD symptoms, and emotion regulation, even 3 months later. Listen, subscribe, and share. The Foreseeable Now is hosted and produced by Lu Hanessian. Co-production and original music by KÁNO SOUND. PROGRAM NOTE:  This conversation was recorded a few months ago. Our conversation remains both timely and timeless.  ***** SHOW LINKS ~ Beyond Conflict  https://beyondconflictint.org/ The Field Guide for Barefoot Psychology TFG) is a trauma-focused psychosocial program that uses storytelling, psychoeducation, and self-care exercises delivered across 12-15 sessions by trained peer facilitators to (1) clarify why and how adverse experiences can affect the brain, body, and social behavior, and (2) ameliorate the negative effects of stress and trauma and promote help-seeking behaviors. https://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/self-help-tool-reduces-refugees-psychological-distress-and-mental-health-stigma-301148042.html WATCH:"Program aims to help Syrian refugees recover from psychological trauma" https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=P9w0K-gw0lchttps://www.cbsnews.com/news/syrian-refugees-importance-of-mental-health-aid-inside-zaatari-refugee-camp-in-middle-east/ Some of the research mentioned in this episode: "Why Rejection Hurts" by Naomi Eisenburger https://www.edge.org/conversation/naomi_eisenberger-why-rejection-hurtshttps://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/abs/pii/S1364661304001433 Dr. Paul Zak  https://hbr.org/2017/01/the-neuroscience-of-trusthttps://www.ted.com/talks/paul_zak_trust_morality_and_oxytocin?language=en Check out these interviews, articles, and presentations featuring Mike: An interview with Mike in the Europe Now Journal  https://www.europenowjournal.org/2017/01/31/our-brains-on-conflict-trauma-healing-and-the-politics-of-fear-an-interview-with-mike-niconchuk/UNHCR ~ https://www.unhcr.org/innovation/connecting-neuroscience-storytelling-psychology-can-create-measurable-impact-refugee-youth/RESOLVE Network Global Forum 2018 ~ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bruiloSuD2E

A profound, illuminating, and unvarnished conversation with neuroscientist Mike Niconchuk about polarization and the biology of belonging; the power of science, storytelling, and the narrative of trauma; the constant balance between urgency and safety; and what's possible when we center collective care, and take a "do no harm" oath with ourselves as "wounded healers" trying to reduce suffering in the world.  Mike demythologizes the concept of ‘bouncing back,’ calls "science-activists" into action, and shares why he believes "nothing is more relevant than how the body responds to trauma."  Mike Niconchuk is the Program Director for Beyond Conflict’s work on Trauma and Violent Conflict. Beyond Conflict combines nearly 30 years of experience in conflict prevention, resolution, and reconciliation with the latest cognitive and behavioral science. Mike leads the strategy and execution of initiatives focused on trauma and violence prevention in the U.S., Germany, Jordan, and Lebanon. These initiatives focus on the link between neuroscience and participation in group violence and the mind-body effects of conflict, forced displacement, and violence on youth and adults.  He’s the author of the Field Guide for Barefoot Psychology, a unique psycho-educational and trauma recovery program for communities affected by trauma and adversity. The Field Guide is grounded in the belief that “science is a right and self-awareness is an asset”. First piloted in the Za’atri Refugee camp in Jordan with 160 participants, it now exists in both print and mobile app formats. In one of the largest neurophysiology studies ever conducted in a post-conflict setting, the Field Guide was determined to be effective in reducing mental health stigma, PTSD symptoms, and emotion regulation, even 3 months later. Listen, subscribe, and share. The Foreseeable Now is hosted and produced by Lu Hanessian. Co-production and original music by KÁNO SOUND. PROGRAM NOTE:  This conversation was recorded a few months ago. Our conversation remains both timely and timeless.  ***** SHOW LINKS ~ Beyond Conflict  <a href="https://beyondconflictint.org/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://beyondconflictint.org/</a> The Field Guide for Barefoot Psychology TFG) is a trauma-focused psychosocial program that uses storytelling, psychoeducation, and self-care exercises delivered across 12-15 sessions by trained peer facilitators to (1) clarify why and how adverse experiences can affect the brain, body, and social behavior, and (2) ameliorate the negative effects of stress and trauma and promote help-seeking behaviors. <ul><li><a href="https://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/self-help-tool-reduces-refugees-psychological-distress-and-mental-health-stigma-301148042.html" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/self-help-tool-reduces-refugees-psychological-distress-and-mental-health-stigma-301148042.html</a></li></ul> WATCH: "Program aims to help Syrian refugees recover from psychological trauma" <ul><li><a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=P9w0K-gw0lc" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=P9w0K-gw0lc</a></li><li><a href="https://www.cbsnews.com/news/syrian-refugees-importance-of-mental-health-aid-inside-zaatari-refugee-camp-in-middle-east/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.cbsnews.com/news/syrian-refugees-importance-of-mental-health-aid-inside-zaatari-refugee-camp-in-middle-east/</a></li></ul> Some of the research mentioned in this episode: "Why Rejection Hurts" by Naomi Eisenburger <ul><li><a href="https://www.edge.org/conversation/naomi_eisenberger-why-rejection-hurts" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.edge.org/conversation/naomi_eisenberger-why-rejection-hurts</a></li><li><a href="https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/abs/pii/S1364661304001433" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/abs/pii/S1364661304001433</a></li></ul> Dr. Paul Zak  <ul><li><a href="https://hbr.org/2017/01/the-neuroscience-of-trust" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://hbr.org/2017/01/the-neuroscience-of-trust</a></li><li><a href="https://www.ted.com/talks/paul_zak_trust_morality_and_oxytocin?language=en" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.ted.com/talks/paul_zak_trust_morality_and_oxytocin?language=en</a></li></ul> Check out these interviews, articles, and presentations featuring Mike: <ul><li>An interview with Mike in the Europe Now Journal  <a href="https://www.europenowjournal.org/2017/01/31/our-brains-on-conflict-trauma-healing-and-the-politics-of-fear-an-interview-with-mike-niconchuk/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.europenowjournal.org/2017/01/31/our-brains-on-conflict-trauma-healing-and-the-politics-of-fear-an-interview-with-mike-niconchuk/</a></li><li>UNHCR ~ <a href="https://www.unhcr.org/innovation/connecting-neuroscience-storytelling-psychology-can-create-measurable-impact-refugee-youth/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.unhcr.org/innovation/connecting-neuroscience-storytelling-psychology-can-create-measurable-impact-refugee-youth/</a></li><li>RESOLVE Network Global Forum 2018 ~ <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bruiloSuD2E" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bruiloSuD2E</a></li></ul>

Trauma and the Power of Self-Agency, Knowledge and Love with Mike Niconchuk

In a post-conflict community, there is much rebuilding to be done. There is often rebuilding of the structures, both physical and institutional, but what about the people and communities? How do you rebuild lives and relationships after conflict? Can they be rebuilt? In this episode of the Think Peace Podcast, our host Colette Rausch sits down with applied neuroscientist Mike Niconchuk of Beyond Conflict to discuss the social and neurobiological dynamics of intergroup conflict and violence, the different ways in which people can react to traumatic experiences, and the importance of trauma-informed approaches in conducting peacebuilding work.

In a post-conflict community, there is much rebuilding to be done. There is often rebuilding of the structures, both physical and institutional, but what about the people and communities? How do you rebuild lives and relationships after conflict? Can they be rebuilt? In this episode of the Think Peace Podcast, our host Colette Rausch sits down with applied neuroscientist Mike Niconchuk of <a href="https://beyondconflictint.org/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Beyond Conflict</a> to discuss the social and neurobiological dynamics of intergroup conflict and violence, the different ways in which people can react to traumatic experiences, and the importance of trauma-informed approaches in conducting peacebuilding work.

Putting it All Back Together Again | Mike Niconchuk | Episode 7

Hello brocels, hope you're ready for a mind-blowing chat with Mike Niconchuk, a fearless and brilliant neuroscientist with Beyond Conflict (@Beyond_Conflict), and his game-changing approach to mental health, which is based on understanding the science behind it. He and Naama discuss everything, from how this applies to incels, to evolutionary biology and political correctness, and also the perils of Unaccompanied Adventures in Google Scholar for bright and inquisitive minds. ————————————————————— Check out Mike’s book recommendation: "How Emotions Are Made" by Lisa Feldman Barrett.  ————————————————————— —————————————————————— Please check out my all new Patreon for ad-free, uncensored episodes and weekly blogs! https://www.patreon.com/NaamaKates ————————————————————— INCEL is created and produced by Naama Kates for Crawlspace Media. Music by Cyrus Melchor. —————————————————————— If you or someone you know is struggling emotionally, or having a hard time, please call someone, or contact one of the excellent resources provided below. —————————————————————— Suicide Prevention Lifeline w: https://suicidepreventionlifeline.org/ t: 1.800.273.8255 —————————————————————— Light Upon Light (with Parallel Networks) e: parallelnetworks@pnetworks.org t: 1.202.486.8633 —————————————————————— Please contact Naama at INCEL with any comments, inquiries, or just random thoughts: e: theincelproject@gmail.com--- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/incel/supportThis show is part of the Spreaker Prime Network, if you are interested in advertising on this podcast, contact us at https://www.spreaker.com/show/5608426/advertisement

Hello brocels, hope you're ready for a mind-blowing chat with Mike Niconchuk, a fearless and brilliant neuroscientist with Beyond Conflict (@Beyond_Conflict), and his game-changing approach to mental health, which is based on understanding the science behind it. He and Naama discuss everything, from how this applies to incels, to evolutionary biology and political correctness, and also the perils of Unaccompanied Adventures in Google Scholar for bright and inquisitive minds. ————————————————————— Check out Mike’s book recommendation: "How Emotions Are Made" by Lisa Feldman Barrett.  ————————————————————— —————————————————————— Please check out my all new Patreon for ad-free, uncensored episodes and weekly blogs! <a href="https://www.patreon.com/NaamaKates" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.patreon.com/NaamaKates</a> ————————————————————— INCEL is created and produced by Naama Kates for Crawlspace Media. Music by Cyrus Melchor. —————————————————————— If you or someone you know is struggling emotionally, or having a hard time, please call someone, or contact one of the excellent resources provided below. —————————————————————— Suicide Prevention Lifeline w: <a href="https://suicidepreventionlifeline.org/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">https://suicidepreventionlifeline.org/</a> t: 1.800.273.8255 —————————————————————— Light Upon Light (with Parallel Networks) e: <a href="mailto:parallelnetworks@pnetworks.org">parallelnetworks@pnetworks.org</a> t: 1.202.486.8633 —————————————————————— Please contact Naama at INCEL with any comments, inquiries, or just random thoughts: e: <a href="mailto:theincelproject@gmail.com">theincelproject@gmail.com</a> --- Support this podcast: <a href="https://anchor.fm/incel/support" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">https://anchor.fm/incel/support</a> This show is part of the Spreaker Prime Network, if you are interested in advertising on this podcast, contact us at <a href="https://www.spreaker.com/show/5608426/advertisement" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.spreaker.com/show/5608426/advertisement</a>

23: LIFEFUEL: Epigenetics and Empiricism, w/ Mike Niconchuk