Everyone needs a little help being a human. From sleep to saving money to parenting and more, host Marielle Segarra talks to experts to get the best advice out there. Life Kit is here to help you get it together. Support public media by joining NPR+ at plus.npr.org . You’ll get perks for over 25 NPR podcasts, including sponsor-free listening and helpful curated playlists by topic for Life Kit.
In this episode of Life Kit, host Marielle speaks with financial educator Yanely Espinal about common financial mistakes related to borrowing money, investing, and budgeting. Yanely emphasizes the importance of comparison shopping for loans, considering credit unions for better interest rates, and avoiding co-signing l...
In this episode of Life Kit, host Marielle Segarra interviews sobriety coach Casey Davidson about navigating life without alcohol, whether for a short break or a longer commitment. They discuss the prevalence of alcohol in society and its negative health impacts, suggesting that individuals assess their reasons for dri...
In this episode of Life Kit, host Marielle Segarra interviews Rachel Wilkerson Miller, author of "The Art of Showing Up," about how to give better gifts. Rachel emphasizes that thoughtful gift-giving is a way of showing people that you see and care about them, and it doesn't have to be expensive. She provides a roadmap...
In this episode of Life Kit, Marielle interviews J.S. Park, a hospital chaplain, about the often-avoided topic of death and the dying process. J.S. Park offers insights into what to expect when a loved one is dying, particularly in a hospital setting, including the physical changes and potential medical interventions. ...
This episode of Life Kit provides listeners with advice on how to get a haircut they will love. The host, Marielle Segarra, along with hairstylists and salon owners, give tips that include researching stylists, clarifying haircut intentions, using reference photos, and communicating preferences. The episode emphasizes ...
In this episode of Dear Life Kit, host Andee Tagle consults with therapist Sahaj Kaur Kohli and Harvard Law School senior fellow Bob Bordone to answer listener questions about navigating family stress during the holiday season. The experts provide advice on topics such as resolving conflicts over holiday schedules, man...
In this episode of Life Kit, Marielle Segarra interviews Dev Valdez, a licensed clinical social worker and financial therapist, about the mental and emotional challenges of unemployment. They discuss how job loss can trigger trauma responses like freezing, fighting, fleeing, and fawning, and how to cope with feelings o...
In this episode of NPR's Life Kit, host Marielle Cegarra interviews Amy Nofziger, Senior Director of Fraud Victim Support at AARP's Fraud Watch Network, about common holiday season scams and how to avoid them. They discuss red flags for online shopping, gift card scams, fake charity solicitations, toll road scams, and ...
This episode of NPR's Life Kit features Marielle Segarra interviewing James Cordova, a psychology professor, about building and maintaining emotional intimacy in romantic relationships. Cordova uses the metaphor of porcupines in love to illustrate the challenges of vulnerability. The discussion covers the difference be...
This episode of NPR's Life Kit features Marielle interviewing Dr. Kelvin Moses about prostate cancer. The episode covers the importance of routine screenings, risk factors, and what to expect during screening and after diagnosis. Montel Jordan, who was diagnosed with prostate cancer in early 2024, shares his personal e...
In this episode of Life Kit, host Marielle Segarra interviews NPR health correspondent Will Stone about research linking light exposure to overall health. The discussion covers a study that tracked light exposure and mortality rates, revealing that brighter evenings are associated with a higher risk of premature death,...
This episode of NPR's Life Kit, titled "Investing 101," features host Marielle Segarra interviewing financial journalist Mary Childs about the basics of investing. They discuss company-sponsored retirement plans like 401(k)s and 403(b)s, individual retirement accounts (IRAs), and Roth accounts, highlighting the tax ben...
This episode of NPR's Life Kit features a conversation between Marielle and Niro Feliciano, a licensed clinical social worker, about managing stress and expectations during the holiday season. Niro shares personal experiences and advice from her book, "All Is Calm-ish," emphasizing the importance of connection over per...
In this episode of Life Kit, Marielle interviews Martinus Evans, author of "Slow AF Run Club," about how to start running. Martinus emphasizes the importance of mindset, suggesting listeners name and confront their inner critic and use affirmations. He advises new runners to get properly fitted running shoes and avoid ...
This episode of NPR's Life Kit provides listeners with strategies for navigating sales and marketing tactics during the holiday season. Host Marielle Segarra, along with Brian Vines from Consumer Reports and Lindsey Weeks from Brad's Deals, discuss techniques retailers use to create a sense of urgency and inflate perce...
In this episode of NPR's Life Kit, host Marielle Segarra interviews Kari Leibowitz, author of "How to Winter," about practical tips for thriving during the winter season. Kari shares insights from her research in countries with long, cold winters, emphasizing the importance of mindset, adapting to the natural slowdown ...
This episode of NPR's Life Kit shares an episode of NPR Science Podcast Short Wave, focusing on hair loss in women. The episode explores the science behind hair loss, differentiating between normal shedding, temporary hair loss due to stress, and more persistent conditions like androgenetic alopecia and alopecia areata...
This episode of NPR's Life Kit addresses social anxiety, differentiating between general social anxiousness and social anxiety disorder, and offers tools for managing anxiety in social settings. It features insights from clinical psychologist Ali Mattu and psychologist Fallon Goodman. The episode provides actionable st...
In this episode of Life Kit, Marielle interviews Brett McKay, the writer of a blog and the host of a podcast called The Art of Manliness, about men's health. Brett shares five takeaways based on his reporting, which include maintaining a physical identity through movement, retaining muscle power through explosive exerc...
In this episode of NPR's Life Kit, host Marielle Segarra, along with guests Brittany Luse and clinical psychologist Adia Gooden, address listener questions about dealing with unwanted advice. They offer strategies for handling judgmental family members, unsolicited comments from strangers, and pressure to meet societal...
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