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Why do we sleep? What happens in the brain and body while we rest? And why does sleep become so elusive during life's most stressful moments? Drawing on her research into the connections between the brain, body, and behavior, Dr. Allison Waters explains how sleep shapes emotional regulation, mental health, resilience…
What if the goal isn't simply to live longer, but to stay healthier for longer?In this episode of Road to Resilience, host Stephen Calabria sits down with Daniel Puleston, Assistant Professor of Immunology at the Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai, to explore the emerging science of healthspan: the number of…
For this special Suicide Prevention Month episode of Road to Resilience, host Stephen Calabria speaks with Dr. Igor Galynker, psychiatrist, researcher, and director of Mount Sinai’s Suicide Research and Prevention Laboratory, about one of the most urgent and misunderstood public health challenges of our time. Drawing…
As the world approaches the 25th anniversary of September 11th, 2001, our show examines what happened that day, and the psychological impact that followed—along with the lessons we’ve learned about trauma, recovery, and resilience. We’re joined on this episode by Dr. Craig Katz, a psychiatrist at Mount Sinai whose…
Every day, emergency departments see people on some of the hardest days of their lives. In this episode of Road to Resilience, host Stephen Calabria speaks with Dr. Nicholas Gavin, an emergency physician at Mount Sinai, about what it really means to work in the emergency department. Dr. Gavin offers a simple but…
Depression is often mistaken for ordinary sadness, but clinically it is something profoundly different: a medical illness that can alter the way the brain processes emotion, motivation, and even hope itself.In this episode of Road to Resilience, host Stephen Calabria speaks with James Murrough, MD, PhD, to discuss how…
Resilience isn't just a personality trait—it's something the brain actively builds. In this episode of Road to Resilience, host Stephen Calabria speaks with Eric J. Nestler, MD, PhD, one of the world's foremost neuroscientists, about the remarkable capacity of the brain to adapt in the face of adversity. Drawing on…
When Jacqueline Mills noticed a new mole on her face, she trusted her instincts—even after her concerns were initially dismissed. Her persistence led to an early melanoma diagnosis and became a powerful reminder of how speaking up and seeking a second opinion can make all the difference.In this episode of Road to…
Childhood trauma can leave lasting marks on the brain, body, and sense of safety—but it does not define a person’s future. In this episode of Road to Resilience, host Stephen Calabria speaks with Frank W. Putnam, MD, one of the country’s leading researchers on childhood trauma and maltreatment. Drawing on decades of…
Women's health is often associated with pregnancy and reproductive care—but that’s only part of the story.In this episode of Road to Resilience, host Stephen Calabria sits down with two leaders at the forefront of a new era in women's healthcare: Dr. Joanne Stone, Chair of Obstetrics, Gynecology and Reproductive…
When Lucy Foote suffered her first seizure during a stressful work presentation in 2020, she had no idea it would begin a six-year battle with epilepsy that would eventually lead to brain surgery.In this deeply personal episode of Road to Resilience, Lucy shares what it was like to navigate fear, uncertainty, and the…
Why do some people feel trapped in sadness, while others lose their sense of motivation and purpose? In this episode of Road to Resilience, host Stephen Calabria speaks with Dr. Martijn Figee about the brain science behind depression, resilience, and emotional recovery. A leader in the study of deep brain stimulation…
Jeremy Boal, MD, spent years caring for patients with late-stage ALS—known as Lou Gehrig's disease, it's a neurological disease that typically comes with a life expectancy of 2-5 years from diagnosis. Then he was diagnosed with that very condition. In this podcast, Dr. Boal reflects on his medical and personal…
You may think that resilience is a quality that people are born with, but that's often untrue—resilience can be cultivated and honed. In this podcast, Dr. Jon Depierro, Professor of Psychiatry at Mount Sinai and Associate Director of Mount Sinai's Center for Stress, Resilience, and Personal Growth, talks to Dr. Sherry…
When Susan Baum was diagnosed with Age-Related Macular Degeneration, the news landed with unusual force: She had already watched the disease reshape the lives of close family members, narrowing mobility, independence, and daily confidence. Instead of accepting her relatives’ fate, Baum pushed deeper into research…
Heart failure and heart transplant patients face change and uncertainty. Cardiologist Dr. Anu Lala emphasizes the value of gratitude, mindful language, and affirmations to help. She invites patients to meet life as it is, rather than ruminate on what they wish it was. Visit https://www.mountsinai.org/clinical-trials…
Caregiving can carry a heavy emotional, physical, and financial toll. Dr. Allison Applebaum, director of the Steven S. Elbaum Family Center for Caregiving, discusses the importance of supporting those who care for others.Visit https://www.mountsinai.org/clinical-trials to see if you're eligible to enroll in a clinical…
Diagnosed with severe and debilitating Crohn’s disease, Catherine Rodgers, a child life specialist at Kravis Children’s Hospital, drew inspiration from her patients—and entered the NYC Marathon to support them. Visit https://www.mountsinai.org/clinical-trials to see if you're eligible to enroll in a clinical trial…
One of the challenges of social anxiety is that it feels like you’re the only one experiencing it. But that’s not true. In fact, rates of social anxiety are high and growing in the United States. But Dr. Charissa Chamorro, clinical psychologist and Assistant Clinical Professor of Psychiatry at the Icahn School of…
Daniel Nicastri, MD, a former Navy doctor and current Mount Sinai thoracic surgeon, interviews Lou Guerra, former Green Beret and current student at the Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai. Guerra shares his journey from running a successful pizza restaurant to the battlefield to the classroom, and how the lessons…
After having a stillborn baby, it can be difficult to know how to continue. In this special episode of Road to Resilience, recorded in honor of Pregnancy and Infant Loss Awareness Month, guest host Dr. Joanne Stone, director of Mount Sinai’s Rainbow Clinic, speaks with Stephanie Lee, a former patient who lost her…
Adolescence can be difficult for everyone. But when you’re battling depression, loneliness, and addiction, you really need a helping hand. In this episode of Road to Resilience, Dr. Shilpa Taufique, psychiatrist and Director of the Comprehensive Adolescent Rehabilitation and Education Service (CARES) at the Mount…
When even a little bit of powdered milk in a bowl of ice cream can cause an extreme reaction, navigating your child’s food allergies becomes challenging—and highly fraught. In this episode, Holly Esteves describes the challenges of keeping her son safe in the face of his allergies. She explains how faith, diligence…
Studying the brain after death can give us valuable clues about treating—and perhaps curing—dementia and other neurological diseases, says Stephanie McQuillan, Clinical Research Manager at the Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai.Visit https://www.mountsinai.org/clinical-trials to see if you're eligible to enroll…
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