In the first episode of At the Interface, Blue Mind author, J Nichols, introduced us to the idea that water and music are equally beneficial to the brain, this is our topic today.  

You may also recall from episode 1 that we spoke about, in J's words, the "idea factory of a man", Dr. Oliver Sacks. If you missed it, be sure to go back and have a listen. 

Being somewhat short on time for reading all 10 of Oliver Sacks books, I felt fortunate to stumble on the Radiant Minds podcast series hosted by neuroscientist and opera soprano, Dr. Indre Viskontas. 

In her book, "How Music Can Make you Better" - you guessed it, I was struck by the parallels between music and swimming.  

Today I feel fortunate to speak with Dr. Viskontas who happened to take up swimming in her 20's. Our conversation traverses music and swimming with the brain as our focus. 

I hope you enjoy my conversation with Dr. Indre Viskontas.

Find out more about Dr. Indre Viskontas: http://indreviskontas.com
Listen to the Radiant Minds podcast series: Radiant Minds: The World of Oliver Sacks | Audible Original Podcast Series

At the Interface is a creative project by Shannon House Keegan, founder of Intrepid Water – Gain the comfort and confidence to swim free! And Marathon Swim Stories – Where we explore the human side of super human feats of endurance swimmers and those who support them.

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At the Interface is produced by Maxi Frini