ABOUT THIS EPISODE
Dr. Josh Turknett — neurologist and author of The Genius and the Impostor — introduces the show, the framework, and the two characters living inside your brain that determine whether you rise to the moment or fall apart.
In this episode:
- What performance neurology is and how it differs from clinical neurology
- What's happening in your brain when you collapse under pressure
- Meet the Genius and the Impostor — two systems in your brain fighting for control
- What to expect from this podcast
Links:
- Pre-order The Genius and the Impostor (August 2026): GeniusAndImpostor.com
- Learn more about Performance Neurology at performanceneurology.institute
- Subscribe to the newsletter: Brains, Banjos and Beyond on Substack
- Instagram: @brainjojosh
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