Expert profile

Chris Williamson

Journalist

Long-form interviews on psychology • health • and self-development

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Last reviewed: Jun 23, 2026·Credential: None publicly listed·First indexed: Jun 23, 2026

About the expert

Focus: Hosting expert interviews on Modern Wisdom

Chris Williamson is the host of the Modern Wisdom podcast, which features long-form interviews with researchers, clinicians, and cultural figures on mental health, performance, and longevity. He is not a medical expert but is a widely followed interviewer in the health and self-development space.

Expert discussions with Chris Williamson

The 11 Risk Factors That Are Destroying Your Brain - Dr Daniel Amen
Dr. Daniel Amen, psychiatrist and founder of Amen Clinics, explains how psychiatric conditions may track with measurable brain changes rather than purely abstract states. He introduces the Bright Minds acronym — 11 modifiable risk factors including blood flow, inflammation, head trauma, toxins, and sleep — and pairs it with the daily practice of identifying and managing automatic negative thoughts (ANTs).