The Wellness Boom: Hope, Hype And Hard Truths
Journalist Hayley Krischer joins us to unpack the murky world of viral wellness trends and how millions have gotten sucked into this cycle of continuous buying.
Psychology and Psychiatry Sub-categories:
- Behavior (10)
- Body Dysmorphia (1)
- Body Image (4)
- Emotion (17)
- Extrovert (1)
- Narcissism (2)
- Psychology of Sports (2)
- Psychopath (4)
- Psychotherapy (3)
Where Killers Lurked: The Pacific Northwest’s Deadly History
Pulitzer Prize-winning author Caroline Fraser, who grew up near Ted Bundy’s hunting grounds, revisits this dark chapter to dig deeper into why this region became a hotspot for violent crime.
The Push To Improve Youth Mental Health Care
We speak with Dr. Julie Amato, a sports psychologist, about the prevalence of mental health disorders among young athletes and what’s being done to improve support services and get rid of stigma both on and off-campus.
The Surprising Science Of What We Regret Most
Writer Daniel Pink breaks down the intricacies of this emotion and what so many people get wrong about regret.
When Therapy Isn’t Enough: How Life Coaches Help You Rewrite The Playbook
We break down makes life coaching different, what to look for in a credible coach, and why self-awareness—not job titles—is the real foundation of a meaningful life.
A Life In Chess: Susan Polgar’s Groundbreaking Journey
Grandmaster Susan Polgar’s rose through ridicule to become the first woman to earn the Grandmaster title on equal terms. Now, she’s passing the torch to a new wave of champions.
Outsmarting Hackers: Protecting The Personal Data On Your Smartphone
We speak with cybersecurity expert Eva Galperin about some of the creative tactics behind scams and data breaches and how to better protect yourself and your info.
An Invisible Pull: Hitting Rock Bottom
Grace joins us to share her story, the pressures of drinking today and what finally helped her break this self-destructive cycle.
“Am I Too Invested?”: The Emotional Rollercoaster Of Youth Sports
We speak with Rich Cohen, a longtime hockey dad, about the modern pressures of competitive sports and why some parents seem to end up caring more winning than their own kid.
Do Companies Still Care About Diversity, Equity & Inclusion?
We speak with Harvard researcher, Paola Cecchi Dimeglio, about the ways in which workers routinely face bias and how companies are redirecting their efforts in hiring and beyond.
1 In 4 People Are Chronically Lonely: How Isolation Kills
We speak with social and public health expert Kasley Killam about the societal shifts that are feeding into this epidemic and how listeners can begin feeling more connecting to their loved ones, friends, and community.
“Why Are You So Weird?”: Understanding Our Pets & Their Nuanced Quirks
Animal expert and researcher Eleanor Spice Rice joins us this week to explain the deeper reasons behind why our pets act in these weird ways.
Why Have We Long Been Obsessed With Celebrities?
We speak with two media experts about humans’ evolutionary draw to gossip and the pros and cons of partaking in this form of entertainment.
Can You Juggle It All? NPR’s Mary Louise Kelly Opens Up About Her Struggles
Experts are raising doubts about the subjective nature of the process and if prisoners have the adequate tools and resources to get parole.
Performance Anxiety: We All Struggle With It. How Do You Rise Above?
We speak with her to learn how everyone can utilize these same strategies in their daily lives.
School, Sports, Standardized Tests: When Is There Time To Build Life Skills?
We speak with Homayoun about why so many teens (especially in the last 10 years) seem to really struggle post-high school and how parents can better prepare their kids before they hit this breaking point.
We All Experience Trauma: How To Best Work Through It
Viewpoints speaks with psychiatrist, Dr. James S. Gordon to better understand a person’s reaction to trauma and the body’s resilience in dealing with these stressful events and situations.
Why Divorce Rates Are Climbing Right Now & What To Know If You’re Ever In This Situation
We speak with prominent New York City divorce attorney Jacqueline Newman about the biggest misconceptions people have when it comes to divorce and why everyone – single or married – should keep these tips in mind.
Are Humans Building Our End? The Debate Around Artificial Intelligence & Its Conscious State
We speak with two experts about this ongoing debate and what challenges lie ahead for these quickly evolving systems.
Viewpoints Explained: Breaking Plates? Eating 12 Grapes In 12 Seconds? How Other Cultures Ring In The New Year
How do people across the world celebrate New Year’s Eve and New Year’s Day? We cover some interesting customs and traditions in other countries.
Is There A Right Way To Grieve? Parenting & Picking Up The Pieces After Loss
We speak with child therapist Natasha Daniels to get a better understanding of this emotion and how there can be different variations of grief depending on the severity of the life event.
Why We Fail Again And Again At New Year’s Resolutions
We talk to a behavior specialist and coach about how bad habits are created and why.
Do You Feel SAD? Us Too
We cover just how much SAD (and lesser variations like the winter blues) can affect your life during the colder, gloomier winter months and how some easy lifestyle changes can help ease symptoms each year.
Tossing & Turning Each Night? How You May Be Sabotaging Your Sleep
Dr. Aric Prather about what the latest research shows us is the best way to improve sleep.
