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Ep. 64: Does Brain Stimulation Really Work? w/ Nathalie Gouailhardou

Ep. 64: Does Brain Stimulation Really Work? w/ Nathalie Gouailhardou

Update: 2025-09-09
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In Today’s Episode: Does Brain Stimulation Really Work?
Join us as we talk with Nathalie Gouailhardou, founder of Neurode and neurotechnology innovator, who shares her insights on how non-invasive brain stimulation and measurement may transform focus, ADHD management, and the future of mental performance.

Key Takeaways from Today’s Episode:
-How Nathalie turned her ADHD diagnosis and neuroscience background into building Neurode, a brain stimulation headband.
-The science behind brain measurement, stimulation, and why the prefrontal cortex is central to focus and executive function.
-What makes Neurode different from other neurotech devices, and why clinical research matters.

Questions We Answer in This Episode:
-Can brain stimulation devices actually improve focus and ADHD symptoms?
-How is Neurode different from other neurotechnology tools like Mendi?
-What does the future of neurotechnology mean for focus, mental health, and human potential?

(0:00 ) Introduction to Nathalie Gouailhardou and Neurode
(1:09 ) Nathalie's background, early life with ADHD, and academic journey
(7:11 ) Founding Neurode and differences in education systems
(9:56 ) Transition from PhD to industry and reflections
(15:30 ) Managing ADHD and leveraging creativity in problem-solving
(19:51 ) Introduction to Neurode and its unique functionalities
(22:01 ) Neurode's beta program and target users
(24:14 ) Differentiating Neurode from other neurotech products
(27:23 ) Scientific claims, research, and focus on ADHD
(35:31 ) Addressing scientific claims and technology effectiveness
(40:23 ) fNIRS versus EEG for brain monitoring and targeted stimulation
(48:09 ) Duration and types of work benefiting from Neurode
(51:32 ) Evidence and research process for Neurode's effectiveness
(59:07 ) Potential side effects and validity of studies
(1:02:34 ) User feedback, results, and skeptical buyer section
(1:05:02 ) Money-back guarantee and contraindications
(1:06:06 ) Science communication, reputation, and integrity
(1:11:20 ) Challenges of building a startup and the future of Neurode
(1:14:24 ) Expansion into other cognitive areas and dream collaborations
(1:20:36 ) Lightning round: Future of neurotech and personal interests
(1:23:01 ) Benefits to humanity from Natalie's work
(1:24:17 ) Question for the next guest and unexpected lessons learned
(1:27:42 ) Closing remarks, host reflections, and final thoughts on Neurode
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Ep. 64: Does Brain Stimulation Really Work? w/ Nathalie Gouailhardou

Ep. 64: Does Brain Stimulation Really Work? w/ Nathalie Gouailhardou

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