Ep. 22: Can You Hack Your Brain? w/ Dr. Mustafa Hamada

In Today’s Episode: Can You Hack Your Brain? Join us as we talk with Dr. Mustafa Hamada, Chief Science and Product Officer at Mendi, a neurotechnology startup from Sweden. Dr. Hamada shares his insights on how neurofeedback can enhance focus, mental clarity, and overall brain health—and whether you can truly "hack" your brain to perform better. Key Takeaways from Today’s Episode: -How neurofeedback trains your brain and improves focus -The science behind Mendi’s fNIRS technology vs. EEG -Why brain health is just as important as physical fitness Questions We Answer in This Episode: -Can you actually train your brain like a muscle? -How does neurofeedback compare to other brain-boosting tools? -What does the future of brain-enhancing technology look like? (0:00) Introduction and mission statement (1:34) Dr. Mustafa's background and biophysics in neuroscience (9:51) Personal mental health journey and stress management (18:18) Mendi's origin and neurofeedback technology (24:35) Mendi vs. Muse: Comparing neurofeedback devices (31:42) Mendi user experiences and executive function benefits (39:31) Neurofeedback research and Mendi's scientific validation (45:03) Mendi user results and ADHD focus improvement (47:25) Clinical studies and athlete cognitive enhancement research (52:04) Research methodologies in neurofeedback (58:02) Mendi's balance of science and marketing (1:04:00) Future of neurotechnology and AI in brain health (1:07:13) Mendi's vision for personalized mental health (1:09:05) Advances in precision psychiatry and time series analysis (1:10:36) Integrating diverse data for mental health therapy (1:11:17) Transition to final five questions (1:12:21) Insightful questions and uncommon truths (1:16:43) Strategic partnerships for Mendi's growth (1:18:59) Reflective questions and closing thoughts