#82 - Rowan Hooper - How Symbiosis Made Our World

#82 - Rowan Hooper - How Symbiosis Made Our World

Dr Rowan Hooper is an evolutionary biologist, journalist, author and the editor of the New Scientist podcast. Here we chat about his new book, 'Togetherness' and how Symbiosis made our world. Rowan explains how Symbiosis drives evolution and maintains our ecosystems, we chat about Darwin and Dawkins and how their work has been misused, fascinating facts about Lichen, the gut microbiome, mycelium, leafcutter ants and lots more! Rowan also shares his thoughts on how humans can reach a better state of 'Togetherness' with nature. His book can be found at: https://www.penguin.co.uk/books/459006/togetherness-by-hooper-rowan/9781911717140 Support the podcast at : https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/jameskennedyuk More about me at : ⁠https://www.jameskennedyofficial.com And check out my music page at: ‪ [https://www.youtube.com/@jameskennedyofficial]https://www.youtube.com/@jameskennedyofficial Join the Secret Society at : https://james-kennedy.kit.com/628554dc8b [https://www.youtube.com/redirect?event=video_description&redir_token=QUFFLUhqbU5mTkRsYk10OWtaM1BQVFFibG5vT3NaV0dhQXxBQ3Jtc0ttY1N2WjJGVFd4WEFIbU1PS2x6VVBMZHFCQ1h5ME1rOC1BaHVlbll2eXZPQW95RjQtUDNNUks1a2NDS2ZXcndWY2FOcjhzNXNmYkZKY19tTVJMY3R5ZzZPXzBLalJoUG01UXYxSXRzQ2lwMmpMVEFjYw&q=https%3A%2F%2Fjames-kennedy.kit.com%2F628554dc8b&v=S9xh5PC75Vw] And don't forget to subscribe! ---------------------------------------- Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy [https://acast.com/privacy] for more information.

#81 - Dr Joseph Jebelli - The life changing power of the Brain at Rest

Dr. Joseph Jebelli is a British neuroscientist and author known for his work on Alzheimer’s disease, human brain evolution, and the importance of cognitive rest. He earned his PhD in neuroscience from University College London and conducted postdoctoral research at the University of Washington, Seattle. Here we chat about his book, The Brain at Rest and the long list of benefits to our memory, brain health, brain size, mental heath and physical health that we gain by simply resting our brains more often. Joseph explains what 'rest' in this sense means and how often we need it and he also warns of the detrimental effects that an over-worked, un-rested brain can have on our health, wellbeing and longevity. A fascinating and important conversation. Joseph can be found at: https://drjosephjebelli.com Support the podcast at : https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/jameskennedyuk More about me at : ⁠https://linktr.ee/jameskennedyuk And check out my music page at: https://www.youtube.com/@jameskennedyofficial Join the Secret Society at : https://james-kennedy.kit.com/628554dc8b ---------------------------------------- Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy [https://acast.com/privacy] for more information.

#80 - Robben Ford - Inspiration, wisdom & Two Shades of Blue

Robben Ford is a legendary Blues, Jazz and Rock guitarist, considered to be one of the greatest guitarists of the 20th century. Throughout his 50 year career he has played with Miles Davis, Joni Mitchell, Bob Dylan, George Harrison and Kiss alongside his own groups and solo work. We chat about Robben's incredible career and he shares wisdom on life, musicianship, staying inspired, the music industry, spirituality and his new album 'Two Shades of Blue'. Robben can be found at: www.robbenford.com Support the podcast at : https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/jameskennedyuk More about me at : ⁠https://linktr.ee/jameskennedyuk And check out my music page at: https://www.youtube.com/@jameskennedyofficial Join the Secret Society at : http://www.jameskennedystuff.com/tribe ---------------------------------------- Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy [https://acast.com/privacy] for more information.

#79 - Paul Gilbert - Inspiration, insights and WROC!

Paul Gilbert is widely considered to be one of the best guitarists of all time. He found global success in the bands Mr Big and Racer X and has released or featured on countless recordings since. We chat about his latest solo album, 'WROC', how he stays inspired and challenged, his thoughts on the music industry, advice for young musicians, his desert island guitar pedals and why you should always be careful when accepting gifts from him. WROC is out on February 27th 2026 and Paul can be followed at: www.instagram.com/paulgilbert_official Support the podcast at : https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/jameskennedyuk More about me at : ⁠https://linktr.ee/jameskennedyuk [https://www.youtube.com/redirect?event=video_description&redir_token=QUFFLUhqa2dPdm5IQm5sdG9BWGtDamdMQm1GWDFpSlVIQXxBQ3Jtc0ttMlJ2aG9QWHhpVnYzMHpQRm16X1NMQmJwTnp0QUZmcW9UanlXWG5MREVVSTRYMG05OEdDYXhfN1RmSi1vQ1hxVFpWN0RQaEFKT0FoNVhZcUUtYlh6MndNWkc5LTdOODczcDVhdVVSQ09qclQ2Zm8zRQ&q=https%3A%2F%2Flinktr.ee%2Fjameskennedyuk&v=-JnOSdONsso] And check out my music page at : ‪‪‪‪‪ [https://www.youtube.com/@jameskennedystuff]www.youtube.com/@jameskennedystuff Join the Secret Society at : http://www.jameskennedystuff.com/tribe [https://www.youtube.com/redirect?event=video_description&redir_token=QUFFLUhqbjhyeXY0MnJadlN3eUpPeGZfWG03WlVJZm9kZ3xBQ3Jtc0tuQVFaOW1sb19IclZ4Z2VDUzJYZ2Y1ZGk1cHVXMHhEMEJWYU5HcXdrNmw3ZmFVaFgtWkh6VlRHWlEwMnV1WTRvVDN6LTBIZjVDZExoQVZuT3lYQzZta2Y2ZUdUYUVZelJ6clZtZTJoX21ub1VvUDVncw&q=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.jameskennedystuff.com%2Ftribe&v=-JnOSdONsso] ---------------------------------------- Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy [https://acast.com/privacy] for more information.

#78 - George Bell - A Healthier Idea of Masculinity

George Bell is a writer, co-founder of the popular online community for men's issues 'JACK' and the author of a brand new book, 'BE A MAN ABOUT IT - BUILDING A HEALTHIER IDEA OF MASCULINITY'. We chat about Georges personal journey with mental health, therapy and treatment and we discuss issues around modern masculinity, men's mental health and some possible paths forward. George can be found at: https://www.instagram.com/georgeybell Support the podcast at : https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/jameskennedyuk More about me at : ⁠https://linktr.ee/jameskennedyuk And check out my music page at : ‪‪‪‪https://www.youtube.com/@jameskennedystuff Join the Secret Society at : http://www.jameskennedystuff.com/tribe ---------------------------------------- Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy [https://acast.com/privacy] for more information.