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953 episodes transcribedIf you're an adult starting to explore your gender identity, it can be tough knowing where to begin. Here's some advice from trans people to help you...
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Getting into therapy comes with its own hurdles, but what about knowing when to stop it? Moraya Seeger DeGeare, a licensed marriage and family therapi...
You don't need binoculars and a trip to a nature preserve to go birding. If you've ever paused to appreciate a bird, you're already well on your way....
The current inflation rate in the US is 5 percent. And most big bank savings accounts offer interest rates much lower than that. In this episode, you...
Too overwhelmed to tidy up? KC Davis, author of the book "How to Keep House While Drowning," suggests a clean-up strategy that homes in on trash and c...
If you've ever thought about running for office — your town council or school board, the state legislature, or even Congress, this episode is for you....
If you've decided not to have kids, your life will look different from what you might have seen growing up. Here's how to build your child-free life,...
There are lots of jobs that don't require a bachelor's degree and pay well. Here's what to consider if you're thinking about a job in the trades — fro...
Life happens, and so does debt. Unexpected car trouble, the high price of food, a family emergency — there is no shortage of reasons why debt can pile...
Saying goodbye can be tough, especially if you're parting ways for good. But grief counselor and patient advocate Isabel Stenzel Byrnes says the art o...
She loves her boyfriend's parents, but their generosity feels inappropriate. Maya Lau, host of the podcast Other People's Pockets, weighs in on how to...
How should you prepare in advance for a job interview? We discuss what questions to prep for, how to choose an outfit you feel your best in, and what...
Getting ready for a trip is fun until you have to start packing. These tips for packing a carry-on will help you figure out what you need in your bag...
Being a teenager is hard. There are emotional highs and lows every day. Clinical psychologist Lisa Damour says instead of jumping into problem-solving...
There's an estimated $195 billion of medical debt in America. But just because a medical bill comes in the mail doesn't mean you have to pay that exac...
From monstera to snake plants, we'll walk you through how to care for your houseplants properly. Plus, troubleshooting tips for knowing when your plan...
