The Power of Women Entrepreneurs
Supporting women-owned businesses is a powerful way to advance women in the economy. And that’s something Walmart has been doing for years, by making products from women-owned businesses available in their stores. On International Women’s Day, we talk to the founders of two companies whose products…
The Surprising Health Benefits of Laughter
We could all use a good laugh right now—and with good reason. Laughter has the ability to relieve pain, boost mood, improve the immune system and even prolong life. We revisit this episode with clinical psychologist Dr. Jodi De Luca, who reveals the fascinating science behind this very human phenom…
Now’s the Time to Reboot and Rethink Your Job
As we transition back to working at the office and see other signs of normalcy, now is the perfect moment to think about how we’re working, what we’re doing and what we should ditch. We get great advice from career expert Nancy Collamer. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodc…
The Many Facets of A Tribe Called Queer
It’s a size-inclusive clothing line. It’s a podcast. A zine. And a series of events. Learn about the many facets of Sabine Maxine Lopez’s creation, A Tribe Called Queer. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com
She’s 9 Years Old, and She’s Already Helping the Homeless
When Peyton was in third grade she learned that there were homeless children in her home town of Milwaukee. She wanted to invite them to her birthday party; when that proved impractical she raised $500 and started a nonprofit. And she didn’t stop there. Learn more about your ad-choices at https:/…
5 Tips to Get Your Brain in Top Shape
The good news is that our brains are not fixed or static, that we can continue to develop them during our lifetimes—as long as we keep them in good shape. We revisit this episode with neuroscientist Dr. Tara Swart, author of The Source: The Secrets of the Universe, the Science of the Brain; she rev…
Virtue Foundation Has an Innovative Approach to Global Health Crises
We revisit our conversation with Dr. Joan LaRovere, co-founder of Virtue Foundation, a groundbreaking nonprofit that provides actionable data as a way to deal with global health crises. To learn how you can make a difference go to virtuefoundation.org. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://…
The Surprising Power of Compliments
We revisit this episode in which psychotherapist Lindsay Liben tells why compliments not only make others feel good—they can also raise your own happiness level. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com
How to Handle Confrontation—with Confidence
Most people would rather avoid conflict than face it head-on. But confrontation can actually be a good thing. We revisit this episode to get great insights as well as practical tips on how to turn confrontations into productive experiences. Our guest: Amy Morin, psychotherapist and author of "23 Th…
How to Quiet a Whirling Mind—It's All in Your Breathing
With so much going on in our lives, it’s no wonder so many of us are distracted and even agitated. We revisit this episode to get great advice on how to use breathing techniques to calm a whirling mind from Dr. Patricia Gerbarg of the Breath-Body-Mind Foundation; Dr. Gerbarg is also assistant clini…