Brain Burrow: Digging Deep into Psychology and Horror - 3 ª Season

In the Season 3 kick off, Mark talks with actor Lew Temple. In this raw and casual interview, Lew shares his perspective on the human condition, specifically around our interest in problem-solving. Lew shares his insight on acting and even reveals a gold nugget on a strategy for success in the film industry. Lew Temple is an American film actor, perhaps best known for his roles as Axel on "The Walking Dead," the character of Ned Oldham in the action adventure thriller, "Unstoppable" which also starred Denzel Washington, Chris Pine and Rosario Dawson; directed by Tony Scott, and Cal the diner manager in the comedy-drama "Waitress." Other film credits include the ranger, Hollis in the summer, 2013 Disney blockbuster "The Lone Ranger," alongside Johnny Depp and Armie Hammer; Locus Fender in the action film "Domino," starring Kiera Knightley and Mickey Rourke, directed by Tony Scott and Rob Zombie's "The Devil's Rejects" with Bill Moseley, Sid Haig, William Forsythe, and Sherri Moon Zombie Temple began his acting career on the stage of the prestigious Alley Theatre in Houston, Texas, working alongside artists such as Vanessa Redgrave in "Julius Caesar" and "Anthony and Cleopatra", as well as acclaimed writer/directors Michael Wilson, Terrance McNally and Edward Albee. He next landed numerous television roles, as well as roles in independent and mainstream studio films, such as "On the Borderline," "The Newton Boys," and "Angels in the Outfield." Prior to acting, Temple had a Minor League Baseball career with the Seattle Mariners" and "Houston Astros." He worked his way through the Astros system to become Assistant Director of Minor Leagues and Scouting. [source: IMDB}

Do you have a personal philosophy? How does your personal philosophy guide your actions? Shelby Hightower has an extraordinary view of the world. Her interesting and comprehensive framework helps her make decisions. During this philosophical Brain Burrow: Digging Deep episode, actor and self-described "creative dreamer" Shelby Hightower shares her approach to expressing empathy toward others (even when it is difficult). Tune in to learn about Shelby's opinion of astrophysicist Neil deGrasse Tyson and gain insight into Shelby's philosophy, "People are like Prisms." Shelby Hightower is known for Freak (2022), By Deception (2022) and All-American Boy (2020).

Are you fulfilled? Brandon E. Brooks is constantly searching for his fulfillment. During this insightful episode, director, producer, screenwriter, and actor Brandon E. Brooks shares about his search for truth and fulfillment.

Do you push your limits? Or...are you quite content within your boundaries. Kaylee Williams is constantly looking to challenge herself. And it hasn't been easy. After many years of absence, Kaylee returns to the podcast circuit in this exclusive Brain Burrow Digging Deep interview. (originally recorded January 2022) She shares about her experiences with shyness, introversion, and anxiety and her remarkable drive to continuously challenge herself to try new things. Tune in to learn more about one of Kaylee's biggest decisions that truly pushed her to Break her Boundaries. Kaylee was nominated for Best Actress in a Short for her lead role in "The Many Monsters of Sarah Roth" at the 2010 Oklahoma Horror Film Fest and won for Best Actress in an Anthology or Collection by NerdRemix's Best of 2012 Awards for her role in the segment "Anti-Bodies" in the horror anthology "Psycho Street." She also was named Best Supporting Actress at the 2014 Indie Horror Film Festival for her role in "Dark Realm," was nominated for Best Supporting Actress at the 2014 FANtastic Horror Film Festival for her role in "The Lashman" and won Best Supporting Actress in a Short Film at the 2015 FANtastic Horror Film Festival for her role in "Once, When I Was Dead."

Do you spend time worrying about what other people think? Do you take things personally when others are upset? Do your worries prevent you from doing things you want to do? In this special Brain Bites episode of Brain Burrow, Mark spends time talking about Cognitive Distortions and the lies we tell ourselves. We expend time and energy excessively worrying about situations and possibilities that are not objectively true.