Best Life Kit from NPR Podcasts (2025)

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How parents can be screentime role models 24:59

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There's a lot of talk about how to monitor screentime for kids. But for kids to have healthy relationships with technology and smartphones, parents need to model good habits. Life Kit reporter Andee Tagle talks with experts and offers practical tips so parents can set the tone for positive technology use that benefits the whole family. Take our sur…

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Frustrated by a relationship? Questions to ask yourself to move forward 19:23

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If you feel overwhelmed or stuck in a close relationship, therapist KC Davis, author of Who Deserves Your Love, has a list of questions to help you decide whether you should continue to engage. Davis provides guidance on how to create boundaries you feel good about without cutting people out of your life. Take our survey at npr.org/lifekitsurvey Fo…

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How to take a refreshing nap (without ending up more tired) 21:14

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Naps can offer significant benefits, from emotional regulation to improving memory and athletic performance. But there are right and wrong ways to snooze. A sleep psychologist and a sleep physician explain the factors of the perfect nap and the importance of daytime rest. This episode originally published Feb. 26, 2024. Take our survey at npr.org/l…

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How to take a refreshing nap (without ending up more tired) 21:14

3d ago21:14

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Naps can offer significant benefits, from emotional regulation to improving memory and athletic performance. But there are right and wrong ways to snooze. A sleep psychologist and a sleep physician explain the factors of the perfect nap and the importance of daytime rest. This episode originally published Feb. 26, 2024. Take our survey at npr.org/l…

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Roy Choi's tips for healthy and flavorful meals 21:49

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James Beard Award-winning chef Roy Choi's new cookbook The Choi of Cooking is all about cooking nutritious meals without sacrificing flavor. Roy shares standout shortcut ingredients to level up your meal-prep game and some of his favorite recipes from the book. Take our survey at npr.org/lifekitsurvey Sign up for our newsletter series on credit car…

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Coming up with a business idea that takes off 22:48

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Ready to take that big idea and turn it into a thriving business? Rachel Rodgers, author of Future Millionaire: A Young Person’s Step-by-Step Guide to Making Wealth Inevitable, shares the ingredients of a successful business venture. The best part? You don't necessarily need a lot of money to get started. Sign up for our newsletter series on credit…

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Coming up with a business idea that takes off 22:48

9d ago22:48

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Ready to take that big idea and turn it into a thriving business? Rachel Rodgers, author of Future Millionaire: A Young Person’s Step-by-Step Guide to Making Wealth Inevitable, shares the ingredients of a successful business venture. The best part? You don't necessarily need a lot of money to get started. Sign up for our newsletter series on credit…

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How the local library can save you money 16:14

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Libraries provide so much more than books. This episode, get acquainted with the free or discounted resources of your local library, like free museum tickets, SAT tutors, language classes and more. This episode originally published Oct. 16, 2023. Sign up for our newsletter series on credit card debt. Follow us on Instagram: @nprlifekit Sign up for …

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Dear Life Kit: I'm at my breaking point 18:54

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Family and marriage expert Moraya Seeger DeGeare weighs in on questions from listeners who have reached a breaking point in their relationships with the people around them. Follow us on Instagram: @nprlifekit Sign up for our newsletter here. Have an episode idea or feedback you want to share? Email us at [email protected] Support the show and listen …

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How to support a loved one through cancer treatment 21:19

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How to support a loved one through cancer treatment 21:19

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In credit card debt? There’s a path out 17:09

17d ago17:09

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Credit card debt can make you feel stressed, ashamed and lonely. But there are proven strategies to free yourself from this burden. In this episode, five tips to help you get out from under credit card debt. And to sign up for our newsletter series with step-by-step plans to pay down your debt, go to npr.org/creditcarddebt. Follow us on Instagram: …

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In credit card debt? There’s a path out 17:09

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Credit card debt can make you feel stressed, ashamed and lonely. But there are proven strategies to free yourself from this burden. In this episode, five tips to help you get out from under credit card debt. And to sign up for our newsletter series with step-by-step plans to pay down your debt, go to npr.org/creditcarddebt. Follow us on Instagram: …

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How to talk toddler 27:06

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Toddlerhood is a big and beautiful period of self-discovery. Kids are picking up new cognitive and motor skills and learning language a mile a minute. But there are some behaviors in this age range that can be confusing, frustrating or spirit-breaking for parents, like tantrums, hitting, stealing toys and more. This episode, Life Kit reporter Andee…

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Can you afford to make a big life change? 19:18

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Longing to quit your job and follow your passion? Or perhaps take a break to travel? Or move to a new place? First, you'll need to look at your finances. In this episode, Jill Schlesinger, a certified financial planner and business analyst for CBS News, walks through her five steps for assessing your financial situation before a possible life chang…

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Can you afford to make a big life change? 19:18

23d ago19:18

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Longing to quit your job and follow your passion? Or perhaps take a break to travel? Or move to a new place? First, you'll need to look at your finances. In this episode, Jill Schlesinger, a certified financial planner and business analyst for CBS News, walks through her five steps for assessing your financial situation before a possible life chang…

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It's soup season! Get cooking with these tips from Sohla El-Waylly 18:43

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Soup can be a flexible, cozy meal that allows you to experiment in the kitchen. But to make a delicious one you need to get some fundamentals down first. Chef Sohla El-Waylly offers her best tips on everything from creating a yummy broth to ensuring you get your cook time right. This episode originally published Oct. 30, 2023. Follow us on Instagra…

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A smarter way to pick the right college 19:48

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When deciding between colleges, it can be tempting to let prestige guide your choice. But so many factors go into finding the right fit: research opportunities, campus extracurriculars, social life, specific classes or programs, and of course, very real financial considerations. This episode, higher education journalist Jeffrey Selingo, author of D…

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Why anxiety is a superpower 19:28

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As bad as it feels, anxiety is essential, says psychotherapist Britt Frank, author of The Science of Stuck. It can be a helpful warning signal that something is off, or even dangerous. But when anxiety hits, it's hard to remember its importance. In this episode, Frank explains what we can do to feel more centered when we anxiety makes us feel overw…

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Why anxiety is a superpower 19:28

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As bad as it feels, anxiety is essential, says psychotherapist Britt Frank, author of The Science of Stuck. It can be a helpful warning signal that something is off, or even dangerous. But when anxiety hits, it's hard to remember its importance. In this episode, Frank explains what we can do to feel more centered when we anxiety makes us feel overw…

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How to maintain a healthy interracial relationship 24:03

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If you're in an interracial relationship, there can be additional concerns even with lots of love and care: cultural misunderstandings, family members who say hurtful things, disagreements over values or communication styles and larger power imbalances at play. This episode, writer Davon Loeb shares advice on navigating racial differences in your r…

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What to do when your health insurance denies coverage 22:01

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What happens when you get a medical bill for something your insurance should have covered? KFF Health News reporter Jackie Fortiér outlines who talk to, what to say and how to appeal a denial from your insurance company.Have a question about navigating the health care system? Contact us here and you might be part of an upcoming episode of Health Ca…

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What to do when your health insurance denies coverage 22:01

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What happens when you get a medical bill for something your insurance should have covered? KFF Health News reporter Jackie Fortiér outlines who talk to, what to say and how to appeal a denial from your insurance company. Have a question about navigating the health care system? Contact us here and you might be part of an upcoming episode of Health C…

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Overcoming romantic obsession 22:26

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When a crush turns into a harmful obsession, you might experience limerence, romantic infatuation characterized by extreme emotional highs and lows, intrusive thoughts and idealization. In this episode, we talk to neuroscientist Tom Bellamy, author of the book Smitten, about how limerence works in the brain, what you can do to stop it, and how to r…

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Debunking sleep myths 16:51

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There are a lot of misconceptions about sleep. Sleep scientist Rebecca Robbins and her colleagues looked into common myths about sleep to help everyone get a better night's rest. This episode originally published Janaury 9, 2024. Want better sleep? Sign up Life Kit's Guide to Better Sleep, our special newsletter series. When you sign up, you'll rec…

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Debunking sleep myths 16:51

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There are a lot of misconceptions about sleep. Sleep scientist Rebecca Robbins and her colleagues looked into common myths about sleep to help everyone get a better night's rest. This episode originally published Janaury 9, 2024. Want better sleep? Sign up Life Kit's Guide to Better Sleep, our special newsletter series. When you sign up, you'll rec…

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Samin Nosrat's recipe for gathering with friends 21:14

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For chef Samin Nosrat, one of the most valuable parts of life is sharing food with the people you love. Samin joins Life Kit to discuss her new cookbook, offers advice for ritualizing ongoing gatherings with friends and shares her recipe for the ultimate garlic bread. Follow us on Instagram: @nprlifekit Sign up for our newsletter here. Have an epis…

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Budgeting for college students 25:56

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A new semester has begun, which means college students across the country are taking on debt, opening credit cards and navigating meal plans and housing on their own. Budgeting and managing money, especially as a first-year college student, can be daunting. In this episode, we cover how to plan for student loans, look for scholarships, get part tim…

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How parents can be screentime role models 24:59

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Frustrated by a relationship? Questions to ask yourself to move forward 19:23

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How to take a refreshing nap (without ending up more tired) 21:14

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How to take a refreshing nap (without ending up more tired) 21:14

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Roy Choi's tips for healthy and flavorful meals 21:49

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Coming up with a business idea that takes off 22:48

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Coming up with a business idea that takes off 22:48

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How the local library can save you money 16:14

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Dear Life Kit: I'm at my breaking point 18:54

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How to support a loved one through cancer treatment 21:19

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How to support a loved one through cancer treatment 21:19

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In credit card debt? There’s a path out 17:09

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In credit card debt? There’s a path out 17:09

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How to talk toddler 27:06

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Can you afford to make a big life change? 19:18

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Can you afford to make a big life change? 19:18

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It's soup season! Get cooking with these tips from Sohla El-Waylly 18:43

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A smarter way to pick the right college 19:48

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Why anxiety is a superpower 19:28

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Why anxiety is a superpower 19:28

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How to maintain a healthy interracial relationship 24:03

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What to do when your health insurance denies coverage 22:01

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What to do when your health insurance denies coverage 22:01

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Overcoming romantic obsession 22:26

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Debunking sleep myths 16:51

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Debunking sleep myths 16:51

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Samin Nosrat's recipe for gathering with friends 21:14

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Budgeting for college students 25:56