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Psychotherapist April Preston speaks with Tonya Mosley of NPR's Here and Now about what racial trauma is, how it can be passed down, and how to addres...
The CDC says vaccinated folks don't need masks in most settings. NPR's Short Wave team breaks down that guidance and the pushback.Learn more about spo...
What would you do if you saw someone being harassed on the bus, or attacked in broad daylight? Most of us would like to think we know how we'd respond...
When's the best time to start a new habit? And what makes some stick while others fall by the wayside? Behavioral scientist Katy Milkman's new book, H...
The stress and trauma from the past year have taken a toll on all of our brains. Mental health care providers say their patients are reporting brain f...
When was the last time you did something just for fun — not to make money, or be productive, or because someone else wanted you to? In this episode, a...
NPR's Noel King talks to Anna Sale of the podcast 'Death, Sex & Money' about her new book, "Let's Talk About Hard Things."Learn more about sponsor mes...
There are lots of things to consider if you're planning on shedding your mask. In this episode, NPR science editor Maria Godoy joins us to walk throug...
Picking a name for a baby can be overwhelming. With all the possibilities out in the world, it can be hard to even begin to choose. On this episode of...
Learning how to sew opens up a world of options for making your own clothes — or transforming old ones. This guide can help you get started.Learn more...
We'd all like to think we're open to new ideas and curious about how others see the world. But our brains aren't wired that way — in fact, being open-...
The practice of intuitive eating is about reconnecting with our bodies, trusting our physical signals and forging a healthy relationship with food. An...
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 — f...
Millions of houses and apartments are at risk from floods or wildfires. Here's some advice to figure out if your home is one of them.Learn more about...
Here's how to start composting your food scraps instead of tossing them, whether you've got a small apartment or a big backyard. (This episode origina...
Whether it's through extreme weather or anxiety-inducing headlines, kids today have a front row seat to the realities of climate change. Here's how pa...
Much of the energy used in buildings comes from burning fossil fuels — so if you want to slow down climate change, your home is one of the first place...
Meat production takes a heavy toll on the environment. Here's how to dial back your meat intake and make a big impact.Learn more about sponsor message...
One in five Americans struggles with medical debt. Here's some advice about how to negotiate and get the debt collectors to stop calling. (This episod...
