Viewpoints Explained: ‘Less Than 10 Percent Of All Plastic Is Recycled’
We talk about the plastic crisis and why it’s important to cut down on the plastic you use in your daily life.
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One After Another: Helping People Recover in a World Where Natural Disasters Are All Too Common
We cover the physical and mental toll these hardships cause and why it’s important to step up and give back in any way you can.
School, Sports, Standardized Tests: When Is There Time To Build Life Skills?
We speak with Homayoun about why so many teens seem to struggle post-high school and how adults can better prepare their kids in the long-term rather than focusing solely on short-term academic markers.
X (AKA Twitter) vs. Threads: The Story Behind Meta’s New Social Platform
We speak with two social media experts about Meta’s big investment in Threads and what needs to change in the coming months to avoid its quick demise.
Why Does Everyone, Including Parents, Want To Be Influencers?
We highlight this ever-evolving lucrative industry and how new laws are better protecting those who’ve been previously taken advantage of.
Viewpoints Explained: The Escalating Levels of Caffeine in Energy Drinks
We cover how much caffeine is packed inside many of these newer energy drinks and the consequences of consuming higher-than-needed amounts.
‘Never Good Enough’: A Rise in Mental Health Issues Among Adolescents
We speak with author Jennifer Breheny Wallace about the importance of sharing how a person’s value should never be linked to their performance.
From Cow’s Milk To Saltwater Oysters: The First People To Dive Into The Unknown
We explore the many firsts throughout history and how key archaeologic evidence plays a role in accurately telling these narratives.
Feeling Distracted & Disconnected? Here’s How To Slow Down
Christian Madsbjerg, a mindfulness expert, gives tips on how people can slow down, increase their focus, and feel less chronically stressed.
The Growing Risk of Wildfires From Coast to Coast: Are You Prepared?
Dr. Adrienne Edwards, a botanist and wildfire expert, discusses how Americans can best prepare for wildfire season and help stop the spread.
The Interesting Origins of Cannabis
We speak with highly acclaimed pharmacology expert Dr. Richard Miller about the global history of cannabis and its controversial record over the last 70 years of American history.
Mary Lasker: A Public Health Pioneer
We speak with biographer, Judith L. Pearson about the many big contributions Lasker made to cancer & heart disease research throughout the twentieth century.
Avoiding Conversations Around Money? Here’s How To Get Started
We speak with two financial experts about how more Americans can have productive conversations about their spending and come up with a plan to save and invest more for the future.
“You Need To Lose Weight or You’re Going To Die”: What One Man Did Next
Martinus Evans shares his story of how he got into running and embodies his own mantra as a 300-pound-man who has run eight marathons.
Cities Left Behind: The Reality of Population Decline
As people move past the pandemic, demographers wonder if certain migration trends will change. We discuss population trends and how they impact cities.
De-Bunking the Misconceptions & Stigmas of ADHD
We speak with a clinical child psychologist at Harvard Medical School, Dr. Ellen Braaten, about the different types & presentations of ADHD.
The Allure of the Four-Day Workweek
We discuss the pros and cons of a four-day workweek and if this shift is feasible for America’s complex and varied workforce.
Understanding Lab-Created Ingredients
We highlight the prevalence of processed and ultra-processed foods in the U.S., the ingredients in them and the importance of moderation.
The Trials & Tribulations of Balancing Motherhood & Career
NPR journalist and co-host of “All Things Considered” Mary Louise Kelly joins us this Mother’s Day to share her story of balancing motherhood with a long-spanning, successful career in journalism.
The Importance of America’s Social Workers
We speak with longtime social worker and professor Dr. Anthony Estreet about the vital role social workers play in countless different sectors.
The Secrets Found Through DNA Testing
We speak with Dani Shapiro about this life-changing surprise and why there are thousands more with similar secrets across America.
Understanding the Unknown: Psychopathic Tendencies
Experts discuss what the term psychopath means in the medical world and why many people who have psychopathic tendencies can function in our world.
Food’s Connection To Our Mental Health
We speak with food expert and author, Mary Beth Albright about food’s intimate connection to how we feel.
Real Self-Care Is Setting Boundaries
Acclaimed therapist and social worker Nedra Glover Tawaab breaks down how to set boundaries and approach difficult conversations.
