Did you know that trying new things literally exercises different parts of your brain? Actress, author, and scientist Mayim Bialik started acting when she was a kid, then got her doctorate in neurobiology before returning to TV in The Big Bang Theory. She’s also written books about the science behind adolescence, and hosts a new podcast on mental health. Mayim’s also starring in a new show, Call Me Kat, about a single woman who opens a cat cafe. Mayim and Carla talk about why it’s important to keep learning and trying new things, what pop music she loves, and why getting nervous makes some people need a bathroom break! This week’s ingredient: notice what happens in your body when you’re stressed.

See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.