# episode idea (audio feeds) — RSS Amplifier Recent posts from the 3 feeds in the RSS Amplifier directory that cover episode idea. Page: Feed: --- ## [Dear Life Kit: Should I put my life on hold for my partner?](https://www.npr.org/2026/08/20/nx-s1-5938808/dear-life-kit-should-i-put-my-life-on-hold-for-my-partner) _2026-08-20 · Life Kit_ Send us your own Dear Life Kit questions at npr.org/dearlifekit Follow us on Instagram: @nprlifekit Sign up for our newsletter here. Have an episode idea or feedback you want to share? Email us at lifekit@npr.org Support public media with NPR+ and enjoy perks for over 25 podcasts like this one. This show’s perks include sponsor-free listening and convenient playlists of popular help topics like… [Listen](https://tracking.swap.fm/track/XvDEoI11TR00olTUO8US/prfx.byspotify.com/e/play.podtrac.com/npr-510338/npr.simplecastaudio.com/8ae5a040-e346-4b89-ba6b-625f91f1fbd4/episodes/471d185e-25b8-4b37-ae06-839873b05c9b/audio/128/default.mp3?awCollectionId=8ae5a040-e346-4b89-ba6b-625f91f1fbd4&awEpisodeId=471d185e-25b8-4b37-ae06-839873b05c9b&feed=XkY2SBZJ&t=podcast&e=nx-s1-5938808&p=510338&d=1001&size=16020881) ## [Your perfectionism isn't a problem -- if you know how to use it](https://www.npr.org/2026/08/18/nx-s1-5935568/your-perfectionism-isnt-a-problem-if-you-know-how-to-use-it) _2026-08-18 · Life Kit_ Are you a 'Parisian perfectionist'? How about a 'messy perfectionist'? Psychotherapist Katherine Morgan Schafler believes there are 5 kinds of perfectionists in the world. Find out which one you are with our quiz . This episode originally published January 30, 2023. Follow us on Instagram: @nprlifekit Sign up for our newsletter here. Have an episode idea or feedback you want to share? Email us at… [Listen](https://tracking.swap.fm/track/XvDEoI11TR00olTUO8US/prfx.byspotify.com/e/play.podtrac.com/npr-510338/npr.simplecastaudio.com/8ae5a040-e346-4b89-ba6b-625f91f1fbd4/episodes/a774797d-2941-4317-ae45-fbe5d73cd85a/audio/128/default.mp3?awCollectionId=8ae5a040-e346-4b89-ba6b-625f91f1fbd4&awEpisodeId=a774797d-2941-4317-ae45-fbe5d73cd85a&feed=XkY2SBZJ&t=podcast&e=nx-s1-5935568&p=510338&d=1279&size=20477537) ## [Is hormone therapy the cheat code to perimenopause?](https://www.npr.org/2026/08/17/nx-s1-5931525/is-hormone-therapy-the-cheat-code-to-perimenopause) _2026-08-17 · Life Kit_ Perimenopause can be overwhelming. Mood swings, insomnia and hot flashes can make you feel like a completely different person. Hormone therapy is one way a lot of women are treating the symptoms. Life Kit’s Marielle Segarra talks with Dr. Mara Gordon of NPR’s Real Talk with a Doc column about the risks and benefits. Follow us on Instagram: @nprlifekit Sign up for our newsletter here. Have an… [Listen](https://tracking.swap.fm/track/XvDEoI11TR00olTUO8US/prfx.byspotify.com/e/play.podtrac.com/npr-510338/npr.simplecastaudio.com/8ae5a040-e346-4b89-ba6b-625f91f1fbd4/episodes/0c7d4862-c42f-42c7-9e0d-2121c3b707a3/audio/128/default.mp3?awCollectionId=8ae5a040-e346-4b89-ba6b-625f91f1fbd4&awEpisodeId=0c7d4862-c42f-42c7-9e0d-2121c3b707a3&feed=XkY2SBZJ&t=podcast&e=nx-s1-5931525&p=510338&d=1057&size=16926973) ## [If sex is painful, you have options](https://www.npr.org/2026/08/13/nx-s1-5927175/if-sex-is-painful-you-have-options) _2026-08-13 · Life Kit_ There are lots of reasons women may experience pain during or after sex. Whether you've just given birth, are experiencing hormonal changes, or are under a lot of stress, you have options to address the pain. In this episode of Life Kit, reporter Andee Tagle talks to pelvic floor physical therapist Janelle Frederick about how to communicate with sex partners about it, when to see a doctor or… [Listen](https://tracking.swap.fm/track/XvDEoI11TR00olTUO8US/prfx.byspotify.com/e/play.podtrac.com/npr-510338/npr.simplecastaudio.com/8ae5a040-e346-4b89-ba6b-625f91f1fbd4/episodes/69def743-0a52-44b4-906c-d9ddfa5bfa2c/audio/128/default.mp3?awCollectionId=8ae5a040-e346-4b89-ba6b-625f91f1fbd4&awEpisodeId=69def743-0a52-44b4-906c-d9ddfa5bfa2c&feed=XkY2SBZJ&t=podcast&e=nx-s1-5927175&p=510338&d=1435&size=22961468) ## [Feeling short on time? Do a time audit](https://www.npr.org/2026/08/11/nx-s1-5926440/feeling-short-on-time-do-a-time-audit) _2026-08-11 · Life Kit_ Many of us feel overwhelmed by life's obligations — work, family, friends and relationships. In a culture fixated on busyness, time always seems in short supply. What if we could find more time for what really matters to us? This episode, Niro Feliciano, psychotherapist and author of This Book Won’t Make You Happy: Eight Keys to Finding True Contentment , explains how to take a time audit of your… [Listen](https://tracking.swap.fm/track/XvDEoI11TR00olTUO8US/prfx.byspotify.com/e/play.podtrac.com/npr-510338/npr.simplecastaudio.com/8ae5a040-e346-4b89-ba6b-625f91f1fbd4/episodes/49f24ee6-34b3-41e4-a856-34e6fbaf5d4c/audio/128/default.mp3?awCollectionId=8ae5a040-e346-4b89-ba6b-625f91f1fbd4&awEpisodeId=49f24ee6-34b3-41e4-a856-34e6fbaf5d4c&feed=XkY2SBZJ&t=podcast&e=nx-s1-5926440&p=510338&d=1138&size=18214706) ## [Shrink your grocery bill](https://www.npr.org/2026/08/10/nx-s1-5925311/shrink-your-grocery-bill) _2026-08-10 · Life Kit_ Groceries aren't cheap, but there are ways beyond just looking for sales to make budget meals. To help cut down your grocery bill, we have practical tips for saving money on the food you cook at home. This episode original published May 30, 2023. Follow us on Instagram: @nprlifekit Sign up for our newsletter here. Have an episode idea or feedback you want to share? Email us at lifekit@npr.org… [Listen](https://tracking.swap.fm/track/XvDEoI11TR00olTUO8US/prfx.byspotify.com/e/play.podtrac.com/npr-510338/npr.simplecastaudio.com/8ae5a040-e346-4b89-ba6b-625f91f1fbd4/episodes/3ba2ef99-c243-4fc4-86ab-6144c894e830/audio/128/default.mp3?awCollectionId=8ae5a040-e346-4b89-ba6b-625f91f1fbd4&awEpisodeId=3ba2ef99-c243-4fc4-86ab-6144c894e830&feed=XkY2SBZJ&t=podcast&e=nx-s1-5925311&p=510338&d=1015&size=16247371) ## [Tiny pep talks for everyday problems](https://www.npr.org/2026/08/06/nx-s1-5920285/tiny-pep-talks-for-everyday-problems) _2026-08-06 · Life Kit_ We use encouragement and support to get through life's big moments. But what about a little pep talk for those smaller moments, like when it's raining and your dog needs to go out? Or some inspiration to help you parallel park or send that email you've been avoiding? In this episode, Paula Skaggs and Josh Linden, co-authors of the book Tiny Pep Talks , share bite-sized motivation for everyday… [Listen](https://tracking.swap.fm/track/XvDEoI11TR00olTUO8US/prfx.byspotify.com/e/play.podtrac.com/npr-510338/npr.simplecastaudio.com/8ae5a040-e346-4b89-ba6b-625f91f1fbd4/episodes/e3ae2baa-7da3-4f82-84c3-12145b461906/audio/128/default.mp3?awCollectionId=8ae5a040-e346-4b89-ba6b-625f91f1fbd4&awEpisodeId=e3ae2baa-7da3-4f82-84c3-12145b461906&feed=XkY2SBZJ&t=podcast&e=nx-s1-5920285&p=510338&d=790&size=12652087) ## [Don't stop exercising just because you're pregnant](https://www.npr.org/2026/08/04/nx-s1-5918658/dont-stop-exercising-just-because-youre-pregnant) _2026-08-04 · Life Kit_ Many people pause physical activity during pregnancy -- but research shows that exercising while pregnant is good for your health and your baby's health. If you're unsure which kinds of exercise are on the table, fear not. Life Kit reporter Andee Tagle takes you through the workout guidance for each trimester and how you can physically prepare for your due date. Follow us on Instagram: @nprlifekit… [Listen](https://tracking.swap.fm/track/XvDEoI11TR00olTUO8US/prfx.byspotify.com/e/play.podtrac.com/npr-510338/npr.simplecastaudio.com/8ae5a040-e346-4b89-ba6b-625f91f1fbd4/episodes/abb31a1f-a733-4d5a-805a-1da414c01490/audio/128/default.mp3?awCollectionId=8ae5a040-e346-4b89-ba6b-625f91f1fbd4&awEpisodeId=abb31a1f-a733-4d5a-805a-1da414c01490&feed=XkY2SBZJ&t=podcast&e=nx-s1-5918658&p=510338&d=1779&size=28465991) ## [Find your side quest](https://www.npr.org/2026/08/03/nx-s1-5914851/find-your-side-quest) _2026-08-03 · Life Kit_ In gaming, a side quest is a mission outside the main narrative or goal that players can take for fun. In life, it functions similarly. It's a hobby or activity that doesn't have any purpose other than bringing more whimsy, sparkle and exploration into your life. In this episode of Life Kit, host Marielle Segarra and Brittany Luse of NPR's It's Been a Minute talk to experts about how to find a… [Listen](https://tracking.swap.fm/track/XvDEoI11TR00olTUO8US/prfx.byspotify.com/e/play.podtrac.com/npr-510338/npr.simplecastaudio.com/8ae5a040-e346-4b89-ba6b-625f91f1fbd4/episodes/95931972-e8e6-4d63-a617-afbdf9a2c9b9/audio/128/default.mp3?awCollectionId=8ae5a040-e346-4b89-ba6b-625f91f1fbd4&awEpisodeId=95931972-e8e6-4d63-a617-afbdf9a2c9b9&feed=XkY2SBZJ&t=podcast&e=nx-s1-5914851&p=510338&d=1587&size=25395244) ## [Free yourself from 'information overload'](https://www.npr.org/2026/07/30/nx-s1-5909599/free-yourself-from-information-overload) _2026-07-30 · Life Kit_ Do you check your phone to set a reminder, then get sidetracked by every targeted social media ad? Or plan to spend your day in focus mode only to be derailed by your TV? We encounter dozens of screens everyday, each of them with an abundance of information calling for our attention. But there is a way to set better boundaries with your tech. This episode, Manoush Zomorodi, host of NPR's TED Radio… [Listen](https://tracking.swap.fm/track/XvDEoI11TR00olTUO8US/prfx.byspotify.com/e/play.podtrac.com/npr-510338/npr.simplecastaudio.com/8ae5a040-e346-4b89-ba6b-625f91f1fbd4/episodes/fa59efec-1572-41a0-9f2d-61a5ae67f348/audio/128/default.mp3?awCollectionId=8ae5a040-e346-4b89-ba6b-625f91f1fbd4&awEpisodeId=fa59efec-1572-41a0-9f2d-61a5ae67f348&feed=XkY2SBZJ&t=podcast&e=nx-s1-5909599&p=510338&d=1426&size=22821870) ## [Meet Claude, an AI assistant (Sponsored)](https://crawlproof.com/a/izVGIex65fCP) _2026-07-30 · **Sponsored**_ Chat with Claude at claude.ai — a conversational AI assistant. ## [87. How Breathing Changes the Way You Speak (Jane Tarrant)](https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/ideasonstage/episodes/87--How-Breathing-Changes-the-Way-You-Speak-Jane-Tarrant-e3mlgfb) _2026-07-29 · Ideas on Stage · Ideas on Stage Podcast_ Most people think breathing is automatic. You inhale, you exhale, and that’s it. But what if the way you breathe is quietly affecting your confidence, your voice, your posture, your sleep, your anxiety levels – and the way you show up when speaking in front of other people? In this episode, I sit down with breathing educator Jane Tarrant to explore a topic most business leaders never think about… [Listen](https://anchor.fm/s/1a4c4acc/podcast/play/123436971/https%3A%2F%2Fd3ctxlq1ktw2nl.cloudfront.net%2Fstaging%2F2026-6-28%2F428773281-44100-2-b33175d216023.mp3) ## [How to have better conversations](https://www.npr.org/2026/07/28/nx-s1-5909587/how-to-have-better-conversations) _2026-07-28 · Life Kit_ Called 'supercommunicators,' these people have the exceptional ability of creating authentic connections with others — just by listening and talking. This episode originally ran on Februrary 20, 2024 Follow us on Instagram: @nprlifekit Sign up for our newsletter here. Have an episode idea or feedback you want to share? Email us at lifekit@npr.org Support the show and listen to it sponsor-free by… [Listen](https://tracking.swap.fm/track/XvDEoI11TR00olTUO8US/prfx.byspotify.com/e/play.podtrac.com/npr-510338/npr.simplecastaudio.com/8ae5a040-e346-4b89-ba6b-625f91f1fbd4/episodes/170621bb-165d-48e1-bd18-50806635b62c/audio/128/default.mp3?awCollectionId=8ae5a040-e346-4b89-ba6b-625f91f1fbd4&awEpisodeId=170621bb-165d-48e1-bd18-50806635b62c&feed=XkY2SBZJ&t=podcast&e=nx-s1-5909587&p=510338&d=1185&size=18962478) ## [Savings strategies that actually work](https://www.npr.org/2026/07/27/nx-s1-5906745/savings-strategies-that-actually-work) _2026-07-27 · Life Kit_ You know you want to save for that vacation, those new tires and more generally, the future. But what savings approach actually works? Certified financial planner Tania P. Brown recommends trying savings buckets. By creating separate categories — or buckets — for your savings, you can prioritize your goals, plan ahead and set rules for when you'll tap into each fund. In this episode, Brown shares… [Listen](https://tracking.swap.fm/track/XvDEoI11TR00olTUO8US/prfx.byspotify.com/e/play.podtrac.com/npr-510338/npr.simplecastaudio.com/8ae5a040-e346-4b89-ba6b-625f91f1fbd4/episodes/3845a34c-3c1d-4718-a748-bcd3df690f7e/audio/128/default.mp3?awCollectionId=8ae5a040-e346-4b89-ba6b-625f91f1fbd4&awEpisodeId=3845a34c-3c1d-4718-a748-bcd3df690f7e&feed=XkY2SBZJ&t=podcast&e=nx-s1-5906745&p=510338&d=1329&size=21277929) ## [What to do when you're too upset to think straight](https://www.npr.org/2026/07/23/nx-s1-5902262/what-to-do-when-youre-too-upset-to-think-straight) _2026-07-23 · Life Kit_ Stressed, anxious, or angry? Distress tolerance tools — from dunking your head in a bowl of ice water to imagining yourself in a calm setting — can help. In this episode, clinical psychologist Shireen Rizvi shares dialectical behavior therapy skills from the recent book she co-authored, Real Skills for Real Life. These physical and mental exercises can help you care for yourself, so you can think… [Listen](https://tracking.swap.fm/track/XvDEoI11TR00olTUO8US/prfx.byspotify.com/e/play.podtrac.com/npr-510338/npr.simplecastaudio.com/8ae5a040-e346-4b89-ba6b-625f91f1fbd4/episodes/fb290a39-1424-4a8e-b3af-3af6dd0fcde0/audio/128/default.mp3?awCollectionId=8ae5a040-e346-4b89-ba6b-625f91f1fbd4&awEpisodeId=fb290a39-1424-4a8e-b3af-3af6dd0fcde0&feed=XkY2SBZJ&t=podcast&e=nx-s1-5902262&p=510338&d=1362&size=21805811) ## [A decision coach's approach to making hard decisions](https://www.npr.org/2026/07/21/nx-s1-5900920/a-decision-coachs-approach-to-making-hard-decisions) _2026-07-21 · Life Kit_ In this episode, decision coach Nell Wulfhart shares exercises to make speedier decisions, when to ask others for guidance and how to deal with any regret. This episode originally published June 2, 2025. Follow us on Instagram: @nprlifekit Sign up for our newsletter here. Have an episode idea or feedback you want to share? Email us at lifekit@npr.org Support the show and listen to it sponsor-free… [Listen](https://tracking.swap.fm/track/XvDEoI11TR00olTUO8US/prfx.byspotify.com/e/play.podtrac.com/npr-510338/npr.simplecastaudio.com/8ae5a040-e346-4b89-ba6b-625f91f1fbd4/episodes/f16a6786-b22f-4cd2-95e2-5ae3b57fdcbc/audio/128/default.mp3?awCollectionId=8ae5a040-e346-4b89-ba6b-625f91f1fbd4&awEpisodeId=f16a6786-b22f-4cd2-95e2-5ae3b57fdcbc&feed=XkY2SBZJ&t=podcast&e=nx-s1-5900920&p=510338&d=1346&size=21537898) ## [Before you fibermaxx, know these tips](https://www.npr.org/2026/07/20/nx-s1-5897458/before-you-fibermaxx-know-these-tips) _2026-07-20 · Life Kit_ Fiber is a dietary superhero. It lowers cholesterol, helps regulate blood sugar levels and keeps your hunger in check. But chances are, you're not getting enough of it. NPR health correspondent (and fiber fanatic) Maria Godoy shares easy ways to up your fiber intake. Plus, the science of what fiber does in your body and how having more in your diet could help you. This episode was originally… [Listen](https://tracking.swap.fm/track/XvDEoI11TR00olTUO8US/prfx.byspotify.com/e/play.podtrac.com/npr-510338/npr.simplecastaudio.com/8ae5a040-e346-4b89-ba6b-625f91f1fbd4/episodes/dc6d1260-1dd4-4be6-ae0e-b34fad51f43b/audio/128/default.mp3?awCollectionId=8ae5a040-e346-4b89-ba6b-625f91f1fbd4&awEpisodeId=dc6d1260-1dd4-4be6-ae0e-b34fad51f43b&feed=XkY2SBZJ&t=podcast&e=nx-s1-5897458&p=510338&d=882&size=14113272) ## [Targeting the Totality of MS: Jason Tardio on Immunic’s Combined Neuroprotective and Anti-Inflammatory Strategy](https://ideacollider.simplecast.com/episodes/targeting-the-totality-of-ms-jason-tardio-on-immunics-combined-neuroprotective-and-anti-inflammatory-strategy-gSxfUJS9) _2026-07-16 · info@ideapharma.com (Rick Ritacco, Jason Tardio) · IDEA Collider: Innovation & Asymmetric Learning in Pharma_ Welcome to IDEA Collider with your host, Rick Ritacco. In this episode, we sit down with Jason Tardio, President and COO of Immunic, to discuss the rapidly evolving landscape of Multiple Sclerosis (MS) treatment. For 30 years, MS therapies have primarily focused on controlling inflammation and visible relapses. Jason argues it’s time to look deeper and address the ongoing neurodegeneration driving… [Listen](https://cdn.simplecast.com/media/audio/transcoded/c424de2b-de64-4997-a63a-f5b8e011a153/d6ce0a29-0f76-456e-ab4e-8730e7a15b95/episodes/audio/group/c8ec1c4b-a311-48b0-be9c-c610e402af64/group-item/053e0e18-9239-4724-9098-efbb8c7cfe91/128_default_tc.mp3?aid=rss_feed&feed=UGZ8IVpI) ## [When your best friend tells you to stop texting her](https://www.npr.org/2026/07/16/nx-s1-5894743/when-your-best-friend-tells-you-to-stop-texting-her) _2026-07-16 · Life Kit_ Advice inbound. In this edition of Dear Life Kit, we're pulling wisdom from the Life Kit archives to help you: -Support a friend who is imposing distance -Escape your kids' exhausting schedule -Handle a tricky conversation about money with your family -Call out some bad energy in your friend's marriage Have a question for the Life Kit team? Write us or send a recording to lifekit@npr.org .… [Listen](https://tracking.swap.fm/track/XvDEoI11TR00olTUO8US/prfx.byspotify.com/e/play.podtrac.com/npr-510338/npr.simplecastaudio.com/8ae5a040-e346-4b89-ba6b-625f91f1fbd4/episodes/30ce299c-7c54-4a83-93f0-ea28d18f6175/audio/128/default.mp3?awCollectionId=8ae5a040-e346-4b89-ba6b-625f91f1fbd4&awEpisodeId=30ce299c-7c54-4a83-93f0-ea28d18f6175&feed=XkY2SBZJ&t=podcast&e=nx-s1-5894743&p=510338&d=992&size=15880404) ## [Summer fun that doesn't break the budget](https://www.npr.org/2026/07/14/nx-s1-5888388/summer-fun-that-doesnt-break-the-budget) _2026-07-14 · Life Kit_ Wondering how to have fun this summer without spending a fortune? All you need is a little creativity. Go on a "penny date." Throw a movie marathon party. Swap houses with a friend. With a little imagination, you can bring delight and joy — at a low cost — to your sunny days ahead. This episode originally aired Aug. 1, 2023. Follow us on Instagram: @nprlifekit Sign up for our newsletter here. Have… [Listen](https://tracking.swap.fm/track/XvDEoI11TR00olTUO8US/prfx.byspotify.com/e/play.podtrac.com/npr-510338/npr.simplecastaudio.com/8ae5a040-e346-4b89-ba6b-625f91f1fbd4/episodes/a155ced2-c760-43f4-a2eb-42ebb4a6d1f6/audio/128/default.mp3?awCollectionId=8ae5a040-e346-4b89-ba6b-625f91f1fbd4&awEpisodeId=a155ced2-c760-43f4-a2eb-42ebb4a6d1f6&feed=XkY2SBZJ&t=podcast&e=nx-s1-5888388&p=510338&d=739&size=11827035) ## [A financial planner's advice for spending without guilt](https://www.npr.org/2026/07/13/nx-s1-5887560/a-financial-planners-advice-for-spending-without-guilt) _2026-07-13 · Life Kit_ Whether you're feeling guilty about overspending or guilty about not spending enough, shame around money can get in the way of your goals. In this episode, Marielle Segarra talks with certified financial planner Lauryn Williams about how to address financial guilt and align your spending with your values. Follow us on Instagram: @nprlifekit Sign up for our newsletter here. Have an episode idea or… [Listen](https://tracking.swap.fm/track/XvDEoI11TR00olTUO8US/prfx.byspotify.com/e/play.podtrac.com/npr-510338/npr.simplecastaudio.com/8ae5a040-e346-4b89-ba6b-625f91f1fbd4/episodes/a4b218a6-45b3-4ca2-906e-a134b6d5ae8a/audio/128/default.mp3?awCollectionId=8ae5a040-e346-4b89-ba6b-625f91f1fbd4&awEpisodeId=a4b218a6-45b3-4ca2-906e-a134b6d5ae8a&feed=XkY2SBZJ&t=podcast&e=nx-s1-5887560&p=510338&d=1388&size=22212903) ## [Find it on Amazon (Sponsored)](https://crawlproof.com/a/bCU31ZKziFqm) _2026-07-13 · **Sponsored**_ Open the Amazon product listing to see details and availability ## [Want to get pregnant? There’s more to it than you think](https://www.npr.org/2026/07/09/nx-s1-5886509/want-to-get-pregnant-theres-more-to-it-than-you-think) _2026-07-09 · Life Kit_ Whether you’re ready to become pregnant today or thinking about the future, there’s a lot to learn about your fertility. In this episode, a reproductive endocrinologist and a reproductive psychiatrist walk through the basic factors that contribute to your ability to get pregnant — and explain the best ways to get your timing right. Sign up for Life Kit's skin care newsletter . Follow us on… [Listen](https://tracking.swap.fm/track/XvDEoI11TR00olTUO8US/prfx.byspotify.com/e/play.podtrac.com/npr-510338/npr.simplecastaudio.com/8ae5a040-e346-4b89-ba6b-625f91f1fbd4/episodes/8e881a5a-5e64-4f1a-8734-e3bfe38fab52/audio/128/default.mp3?awCollectionId=8ae5a040-e346-4b89-ba6b-625f91f1fbd4&awEpisodeId=8e881a5a-5e64-4f1a-8734-e3bfe38fab52&feed=XkY2SBZJ&t=podcast&e=nx-s1-5886509&p=510338&d=1571&size=25138617) ## [86. The Hidden Skill Behind Great Interviews (Alfie Joey)](https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/ideasonstage/episodes/86--The-Hidden-Skill-Behind-Great-Interviews-Alfie-Joey-e3lptav) _2026-07-08 · Ideas on Stage · Ideas on Stage Podcast_ Most interviews sound the same. Safe questions. Predictable answers. Polite agreement. But every now and then, something different happens. A moment of silence. An unexpected question. A shift in energy that makes everyone lean in. In this episode, I sit down with Alfie Joey – former BBC presenter – to explore what actually makes an interview memorable. Alfie has interviewed prime ministers,… [Listen](https://anchor.fm/s/1a4c4acc/podcast/play/122532639/https%3A%2F%2Fd3ctxlq1ktw2nl.cloudfront.net%2Fstaging%2F2026-6-8%2F427553852-44100-2-beab5cab72c8.mp3) ## [You can have a good divorce](https://www.npr.org/2026/07/07/nx-s1-5884065/you-can-have-a-good-divorce) _2026-07-07 · Life Kit_ A lot of marriages end in divorce. As painful as it can be, there’s a way for separating partners to engage with the divorce process in a healthy way. Karen McNenny, certified divorce coach and author of The Good Divorce: How to End Your Marriage Without Ending Your Family, shares tenets for transforming your family without becoming bitter. Sign up for Life Kit's skin care newsletter . Follow us… [Listen](https://tracking.swap.fm/track/XvDEoI11TR00olTUO8US/prfx.byspotify.com/e/play.podtrac.com/npr-510338/npr.simplecastaudio.com/8ae5a040-e346-4b89-ba6b-625f91f1fbd4/episodes/9687db0e-916e-4e57-bf5f-5c135d550c01/audio/128/default.mp3?awCollectionId=8ae5a040-e346-4b89-ba6b-625f91f1fbd4&awEpisodeId=9687db0e-916e-4e57-bf5f-5c135d550c01&feed=XkY2SBZJ&t=podcast&e=nx-s1-5884065&p=510338&d=1599&size=25587506) ## [Scarfing down your food? How to be intentional about meals](https://www.npr.org/2026/07/06/nx-s1-5879237/scarfing-down-your-food-how-to-be-intentional-about-meals) _2026-07-06 · Life Kit_ Eating more deliberately can help you make better choices about nourishing your body, says Lilian Cheung, a mindful eating lecturer at Harvard. She shares how to enjoy meals while paying attention. This episode originally published Sept. 11, 2023. Follow us on Instagram: @nprlifekit Sign up for our newsletter here. 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These questions, like "What is a path you almost took but didn't?" and "What topic could you give a 20 minute talk on with zero preparation?" can spark deep and meaningful conversations and foster connection. In this… [Listen](https://tracking.swap.fm/track/XvDEoI11TR00olTUO8US/prfx.byspotify.com/e/play.podtrac.com/npr-510338/npr.simplecastaudio.com/8ae5a040-e346-4b89-ba6b-625f91f1fbd4/episodes/aa1f7d14-7cf1-4c19-a0e2-79cfff71535c/audio/128/default.mp3?awCollectionId=8ae5a040-e346-4b89-ba6b-625f91f1fbd4&awEpisodeId=aa1f7d14-7cf1-4c19-a0e2-79cfff71535c&feed=XkY2SBZJ&t=podcast&e=nx-s1-5877856&p=510338&d=1217&size=19484465) ## [The Future of Psychedelic Medicine: Clinical Strategy and Scaling Access.](https://ideacollider.simplecast.com/episodes/the-future-of-psychedelic-medicine-clinical-strategy-and-scaling-access-AghdvXST) _2026-07-01 · info@ideapharma.com (Dr Alexander Gray, Athina Metaxa) · IDEA Collider: Innovation & Asymmetric Learning in Pharma_ Welcome to a special edition of IDEA Collider’s "Deep Medicine" series. In this episode, host Alex Gray sits down with Athina Metaxa, a consultant at IDEA Pharma and psychedelic research expert, to discuss the rapidly shifting landscape of psychedelic medicine. With substantial unmet needs in treatment-resistant depression (TRD) and PTSD, the field is at a critical inflection point marked by new… [Listen](https://cdn.simplecast.com/media/audio/transcoded/c424de2b-de64-4997-a63a-f5b8e011a153/d6ce0a29-0f76-456e-ab4e-8730e7a15b95/episodes/audio/group/bbffd1ff-3d06-4f57-bbe9-bb3d37990fdb/group-item/6bdddf72-0d39-4f33-abee-8bc238145783/128_default_tc.mp3?aid=rss_feed&feed=UGZ8IVpI) ## [How to save at restaurants if you're burnt out on cooking](https://www.npr.org/2026/06/30/nx-s1-5875410/how-to-save-at-restaurants-if-youre-burnt-out-on-cooking) _2026-06-30 · Life Kit_ Do you blow $20 on slop bowls because you keep forgetting to pack lunch? Or can't help but overspend every time you eat out with friends? Dining out can be expensive — but there are ways to minimize the financial punch. This episode, reporter Joe Hernandez shares tips on how to dine out on a budget. Sign up for his one-month newsletter , How to Cut Your Food Bill, for more tips . Follow us on… [Listen](https://tracking.swap.fm/track/XvDEoI11TR00olTUO8US/prfx.byspotify.com/e/play.podtrac.com/npr-510338/npr.simplecastaudio.com/8ae5a040-e346-4b89-ba6b-625f91f1fbd4/episodes/c8a10946-b02f-4930-a29a-1ec02654120c/audio/128/default.mp3?awCollectionId=8ae5a040-e346-4b89-ba6b-625f91f1fbd4&awEpisodeId=c8a10946-b02f-4930-a29a-1ec02654120c&feed=XkY2SBZJ&t=podcast&e=nx-s1-5875410&p=510338&d=1059&size=16947035) ## [How to clean when it's the last thing you want to do](https://www.npr.org/2026/06/29/nx-s1-5872742/how-to-clean-when-its-the-last-thing-you-want-to-do) _2026-06-29 · Life Kit_ Sometimes you just don't have the energy to do the dishes and pick up all the dirty clothes from the floor. Therapist KC Davis, author of How to Keep House While Drowning, has developed a framework for keeping up with house cleaning without feeling overwhelmed. This episode originally ran April 2023. Follow us on Instagram: @nprlifekit Sign up for our newsletter here. Have an episode idea or… [Listen](https://tracking.swap.fm/track/XvDEoI11TR00olTUO8US/prfx.byspotify.com/e/play.podtrac.com/npr-510338/npr.simplecastaudio.com/8ae5a040-e346-4b89-ba6b-625f91f1fbd4/episodes/220f4ef5-4e67-445e-9a44-0bfe4938b6e5/audio/128/default.mp3?awCollectionId=8ae5a040-e346-4b89-ba6b-625f91f1fbd4&awEpisodeId=220f4ef5-4e67-445e-9a44-0bfe4938b6e5&feed=XkY2SBZJ&t=podcast&e=nx-s1-5872742&p=510338&d=941&size=15062458) ## [How to dump an energy vampire](https://www.npr.org/2026/06/25/nx-s1-5869378/how-to-dump-an-energy-vampire) _2026-06-25 · Life Kit_ Need some advice? In this edition of Dear Life Kit, we're pulling wisdom from the vast Life Kit archives to help you: -Avoid energy vampires -Set firmer boundaries with friends at work -Navigate your own success when others are struggling Have a question for the Life Kit team? Write us or send a recording to lifekit@npr.org . Questions about money, health, home and family life, staying organized,… [Listen](https://tracking.swap.fm/track/XvDEoI11TR00olTUO8US/prfx.byspotify.com/e/play.podtrac.com/npr-510338/npr.simplecastaudio.com/8ae5a040-e346-4b89-ba6b-625f91f1fbd4/episodes/b737560f-7eff-4fce-8529-61fb30b65c78/audio/128/default.mp3?awCollectionId=8ae5a040-e346-4b89-ba6b-625f91f1fbd4&awEpisodeId=b737560f-7eff-4fce-8529-61fb30b65c78&feed=XkY2SBZJ&t=podcast&e=nx-s1-5869378&p=510338&d=927&size=14840102) ## [The Power of the Early Narrative: Sue Wood on Strategic Biotech Positioning](https://ideacollider.simplecast.com/episodes/the-power-of-the-early-narrative-sue-wood-on-strategic-biotech-positioning-mhgnu8TS) _2026-06-24 · info@ideapharma.com (Sue Wood, Rick Ritacco) · IDEA Collider: Innovation & Asymmetric Learning in Pharma_ Welcome to IDEA Collider with your host, Rick Ritacco. In this episode, we sit down with Sue Wood, a senior expert at IDEA Pharma with a PhD from Oxford and decades of experience translating complex scientific concepts into relevant narratives. 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In this episode of Life Kit, host Marielle Segarra talks to health journalist Kelle Walsh, who just wrote a newsletter series for us on this topic. Sign up for Life Kit's skin care newsletter . 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In this episode, host Dr. Alex Gray, Chief Medical and Innovation Officer at IDEA Pharma, is joined by colleague Jacqueline Poot, President of Strategic Consulting and Analytics, to discuss the intricacies of pharmaceutical portfolio strategy. This episode has accompanying slides that can be found on YouTube https://youtu.be/DKdy\_MShWBA They tackle the growing view that… [Listen](https://cdn.simplecast.com/media/audio/transcoded/c424de2b-de64-4997-a63a-f5b8e011a153/d6ce0a29-0f76-456e-ab4e-8730e7a15b95/episodes/audio/group/fa2f8800-d045-4257-8d06-6a884a102bdb/group-item/10003c19-187b-4753-b613-a9c4fbc1b216/128_default_tc.mp3?aid=rss_feed&feed=UGZ8IVpI) ## [Tired of eating leftovers? Turn your odds and ends into creative meals](https://www.npr.org/2026/06/11/nx-s1-5853588/tired-of-eating-leftovers-turn-your-odds-and-ends-into-creative-meals) _2026-06-11 · Life Kit_ Do you always buy cucumbers just to watch them slowly become mush in the fridge? Or save your half-eaten pasta only to forget about it for a month? If you're done with chucking half-used ingredients in the compost bin, this episode is for you. Reporter Emily Siner shares tips on reducing food waste by repurposing leftovers, getting creative with odds and ends and shifting your perspective on the… [Listen](https://tracking.swap.fm/track/XvDEoI11TR00olTUO8US/prfx.byspotify.com/e/play.podtrac.com/npr-510338/npr.simplecastaudio.com/8ae5a040-e346-4b89-ba6b-625f91f1fbd4/episodes/7584e251-feb9-439b-b692-04aec0a47726/audio/128/default.mp3?awCollectionId=8ae5a040-e346-4b89-ba6b-625f91f1fbd4&awEpisodeId=7584e251-feb9-439b-b692-04aec0a47726&feed=XkY2SBZJ&t=podcast&e=nx-s1-5853588&p=510338&d=1084&size=17354546) ## [85. What Leaders Miss About Communication and Trust (Eric Ries)](https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/ideasonstage/episodes/85--What-Leaders-Miss-About-Communication-and-Trust-Eric-Ries-e3kj2qd) _2026-06-10 · Ideas on Stage · Ideas on Stage Podcast_ A founder builds something people trust. Customers love it. Employees believe in it. Investors are happy. Then, slowly, something changes. The targets shift. The incentives change. The message stays the same – but the behaviour doesn’t. And trust starts to fade. In this episode, I sit down with Eric Ries @theericriesshow – author of Incorruptible and The Lean Startup – and one of the most… [Listen](https://anchor.fm/s/1a4c4acc/podcast/play/121260301/https%3A%2F%2Fd3ctxlq1ktw2nl.cloudfront.net%2Fstaging%2F2026-5-10%2F425849633-44100-2-9f990cac9d095.mp3) ## [Used to be an avid reader? How to get back into books](https://www.npr.org/2026/06/09/nx-s1-5850775/used-to-be-an-avid-reader-how-to-get-back-into-books) _2026-06-09 · Life Kit_ In this distracted age, settling in and actually focusing on a book can feel like a challenge. But retraining your reading muscles is doable. In this episode, tips from writers, readers and researchers to help you accomplish your summer reading goals. Follow us on Instagram: @nprlifekit Sign up for our newsletter here. Have an episode idea or feedback you want to share? 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In this episode, host Alex Gray is joined by IDEA Pharma colleagues David Radwaner and Tom Brockbank to dissect the history, strategy, and future of immuno-oncology (IO). The trio explores how PD-1 and PD-L1 therapies revolutionized cancer treatment, acting as a brake on the immune system to offer unprecedented durability and long-term survival for patients. They take a… [Listen](https://cdn.simplecast.com/media/audio/transcoded/c424de2b-de64-4997-a63a-f5b8e011a153/d6ce0a29-0f76-456e-ab4e-8730e7a15b95/episodes/audio/group/37d56377-3ae4-4415-98e0-eb996fc05644/group-item/2dc2f67a-8914-408f-9a6e-0d771a220d46/128_default_tc.mp3?aid=rss_feed&feed=UGZ8IVpI) ## [Gold is having a moment. Is now the time to invest?](https://www.npr.org/2026/05/28/nx-s1-5836651/gold-is-having-a-moment-is-now-the-time-to-invest) _2026-05-28 · Life Kit_ In the world of investing, gold is having a moment. Last year, the price of gold crossed $4,000 an ounce for the first time ever. But does that mean it's time to rebalance your portfolio and get in on the precious metal action? This episode, NPR finance correspondent Maria Aspan explains why the world has been so obsessed with gold lately, how you can invest and whether doing so makes sense in the… [Listen](https://tracking.swap.fm/track/XvDEoI11TR00olTUO8US/prfx.byspotify.com/e/play.podtrac.com/npr-510338/npr.simplecastaudio.com/8ae5a040-e346-4b89-ba6b-625f91f1fbd4/episodes/7a772ece-0aea-4f2a-a6c5-c37343698df0/audio/128/default.mp3?awCollectionId=8ae5a040-e346-4b89-ba6b-625f91f1fbd4&awEpisodeId=7a772ece-0aea-4f2a-a6c5-c37343698df0&feed=XkY2SBZJ&t=podcast&e=nx-s1-5836651&p=510338&d=894&size=14314729) ## [On the fence about parenthood? Listen to this](https://www.npr.org/2026/05/26/nx-s1-5831621/on-the-fence-about-parenthood-listen-to-this) _2026-05-26 · Life Kit_ Could you see your life just as easily with children as without? What if you're not cut out for parenthood? What if you grow lonely in your old age? Or what if you have a loving partner, but you disagree on this choice? Deciding between parenthood and a child-free life requires clarity about your fears and deepest desires -- no easy task. This episode, psychotherapist and author of the book, The… [Listen](https://tracking.swap.fm/track/XvDEoI11TR00olTUO8US/prfx.byspotify.com/e/play.podtrac.com/npr-510338/npr.simplecastaudio.com/8ae5a040-e346-4b89-ba6b-625f91f1fbd4/episodes/7426be44-50e8-446c-b3e8-98f30274c6e2/audio/128/default.mp3?awCollectionId=8ae5a040-e346-4b89-ba6b-625f91f1fbd4&awEpisodeId=7426be44-50e8-446c-b3e8-98f30274c6e2&feed=XkY2SBZJ&t=podcast&e=nx-s1-5831621&p=510338&d=1571&size=25145305) ## [How to bring more play into your life](https://www.npr.org/2026/05/25/nx-s1-5828752/how-to-bring-more-play-into-your-life) _2026-05-25 · Life Kit_ Play isn't just for kids. Research shows it can help you adapt to difficult circumstances, collaborate better and problem-solve. In this episode, play researchers and enthusiasts share the benefits of playtime at any age and how you can bring more play into your life. This episode was originally published on July 27, 2023. Follow us on Instagram: @nprlifekit Sign up for our newsletter here. Have… [Listen](https://tracking.swap.fm/track/XvDEoI11TR00olTUO8US/prfx.byspotify.com/e/play.podtrac.com/npr-510338/npr.simplecastaudio.com/8ae5a040-e346-4b89-ba6b-625f91f1fbd4/episodes/6545c6fe-9685-4f76-b6c1-bc25f3199cf0/audio/128/default.mp3?awCollectionId=8ae5a040-e346-4b89-ba6b-625f91f1fbd4&awEpisodeId=6545c6fe-9685-4f76-b6c1-bc25f3199cf0&feed=XkY2SBZJ&t=podcast&e=nx-s1-5828752&p=510338&d=1153&size=18460884) ## [Why you should kill your lawn](https://www.npr.org/2026/05/21/nx-s1-5829131/why-you-should-kill-your-lawn) _2026-05-21 · Life Kit_ Green, grassy lawns are bad for the environment. They need a ton of water, they’re inhospitable to wildlife and gas-powered mowers contribute to greenhouse gases. Celia Llopis-Jepsen, host of Harvest Public Media’s Up From Dust podcast, shares how to turn your lawn into a low-maintenance native plant garden, lessening your environmental impact while still keeping your yard pleasing to the eye.… [Listen](https://tracking.swap.fm/track/XvDEoI11TR00olTUO8US/prfx.byspotify.com/e/play.podtrac.com/npr-510338/npr.simplecastaudio.com/8ae5a040-e346-4b89-ba6b-625f91f1fbd4/episodes/e70ec549-1e5a-484e-a94b-266e85c33dec/audio/128/default.mp3?awCollectionId=8ae5a040-e346-4b89-ba6b-625f91f1fbd4&awEpisodeId=e70ec549-1e5a-484e-a94b-266e85c33dec&feed=XkY2SBZJ&t=podcast&e=nx-s1-5829131&p=510338&d=1245&size=19925456) ## [The dos and don'ts of baby talk](https://www.npr.org/2026/05/19/nx-s1-5826128/the-dos-and-donts-of-baby-talk) _2026-05-19 · Life Kit_ If you have a baby in your life, you may not find them the most intellectually stimulating conversation partner. But your baby is soaking up everything you say. On this episode, advice from early childhood experts on the importance of talking to babies from day 1 to 12 months old, and tips on what to say. Follow us on Instagram: @nprlifekit Sign up for our newsletter here. Have an episode idea or… [Listen](https://tracking.swap.fm/track/XvDEoI11TR00olTUO8US/prfx.byspotify.com/e/play.podtrac.com/npr-510338/npr.simplecastaudio.com/8ae5a040-e346-4b89-ba6b-625f91f1fbd4/episodes/bc37e705-cfc3-4df0-9c8c-46714bec9f7b/audio/128/default.mp3?awCollectionId=8ae5a040-e346-4b89-ba6b-625f91f1fbd4&awEpisodeId=bc37e705-cfc3-4df0-9c8c-46714bec9f7b&feed=XkY2SBZJ&t=podcast&e=nx-s1-5826128&p=510338&d=1175&size=18812430) ## [The dos and don'ts of taking over-the-counter pain medications](https://www.npr.org/2026/05/18/nx-s1-5822613/the-dos-and-donts-of-taking-over-the-counter-pain-medications) _2026-05-18 · Life Kit_ Ibuprofen, acetaminophen and aspirin — there are many over-the-counter pain medications available, but are they all the same? And how much should you really take? In this episode, pharmacists and a doctor cover your drug options, including side effects, dosage and what to reach for the next time you have a headache or fever. This episode was originally published on March 31, 2025. Follow us on… [Listen](https://tracking.swap.fm/track/XvDEoI11TR00olTUO8US/prfx.byspotify.com/e/play.podtrac.com/npr-510338/npr.simplecastaudio.com/8ae5a040-e346-4b89-ba6b-625f91f1fbd4/episodes/b4404f3c-4219-436d-a9fe-2e45a3e046ee/audio/128/default.mp3?awCollectionId=8ae5a040-e346-4b89-ba6b-625f91f1fbd4&awEpisodeId=b4404f3c-4219-436d-a9fe-2e45a3e046ee&feed=XkY2SBZJ&t=podcast&e=nx-s1-5822613&p=510338&d=1338&size=21422960)