Exploring Music, Language, and Cognition with Dr. Daniel Bowling | Beyond Words Ep. 1

Join My Beyond Words Newsletter

Earn 0.1 ASHA CEUs for this episode: Speech Therapy PD

Watch on YouTube

Socials: IG @goyama

Join Garrett Oyama, a musician and PhD student, as he begins his new podcast series 'Beyond Words,' focusing on language, music, and cognition. In this inaugural episode, Garrett is joined by Dr. Daniel Bowling, assistant professor at Stanford and director of the Music and Brain Health Lab. They delve into Dr. Bowling's groundbreaking research on harnessing the neural effects of music for novel treatments focusing on anxiety and depression in young adults. The conversation covers a wide range of fascinating topics, from the evolutionary biology of music to the neurobiological foundations of emotion and social communication. They explore the therapeutic potential of music in speech therapy and mental health treatment, and share insights on how music can modulate emotional states and improve focus. This episode is an engaging and informative discussion that bridges art and science, providing valuable takeaways for educators, therapists, and anyone interested in the profound interplay between music and the mind.