Best WDKX Podcasts (2025)

Across the country, Black people faced higher risks during pregnancy and childbirth. But support and education made a real difference. This week on Check Your Health, host Dr. Shaun Nelms talked with UR Medicine’s Barbara Maier and LaKeisha Washington from Flower City Lactation & Doula Services about free childbirth education through the Birthing w…

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Zeddy Will Interview with host Sierra Monae at WDKX 3:21

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After surprising students at local schools, Zeddy Will sat down with Sierra Monae at WDKX to talk his rise, his content, and the energy in Rochester leading into Step Jam. The city showed up. The kids went crazy. This is the conversation before the moment.#zeddy will #sierra monae #wdkx #wdkx step jam #step jam rochester #rochester new york #roc th…

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Parenting Tips with Dr. Glo 14:54

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Teens and Money.

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Check Your Health Podcast with University of Rochester Ep. 48 27:35

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Hot flashes, mood swings, trouble sleeping—menopause can raise a lot of questions. Whether you’re going through it yourself or supporting someone who is, this week’s Check Your Health episode has you covered. Host Dr. Shaun Nelms talks with UR Medicine’s Dr. Paula Doyle about what really happens during menopause, the treatment options available, an…

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Parenting Tips with Dr. Glo 14:11

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Life Happened.

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Check Your Health Podcast with University of Rochester Ep. 47 22:45

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This week on Check Your Health, guests from Golisano Children's Hospital, Rochester Regional Health, and the Rochester City School District joined us to share how they teamed up to make it easier for children and families to get the medical care they needed without missing school or work.

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Unwritten : Faith 31:57

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Staying grounded. Staying faithful. Staying whole. In this episode of Unwritten, Aurea Rosa Santos gets real about what it means to build a business, show up for your purpose, and keep your faith rooted through all of it. She talks about the discipline it takes to stay anchored when life moves fast, the rituals that bring her back to God, and the q…

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Parenting Tips with Dr. Glo 10:57

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Manners during the holidays.

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Check Your Health Podcast with University of Rochester Ep. 46 24:44

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On that week’s Check Your Health, the Center for Community Health & Prevention’s Mali Rosado and Amanda Schantz joined guest host Clayton Jones to break down what people needed to know about type 2 diabetes—from prevention to management—and how to get connected to support.

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Check Your Health Podcast with University of Rochester Ep. 45 25:47

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Mental health matters—and everyone deserves care that’s compassionate and personalized. This week on Check Your Health, Dr. George Nasra and Sally Rousseau join Dr. Shaun Nelmes to discuss how UR Medicine’s Strong Minds Adult Outpatient Mental Health Clinic supports individuals managing depression, anxiety, and trauma-related disorders. They also s…

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Check Your Health Podcast with University of Rochester Ep. 44 27:51

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On episode 44 of Check Your Health, quitting smoking was recognized as tough, but not impossible—and it was never too late to try. With the right support and resources, viewers could reach their goals and take charge of their health. On Check Your Health, UR Medicine experts Dr. Francisco Cartujano and Dr. Susan Gasparino joined host Dr. Shaun Nelm…

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Parenting Tips with Dr. Glo 12:10

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Cell Phones and Your Children.

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Love & Light Podcast EP. 49 22:13

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On Episode 49 of the Love & Light Podcast, Lovely Warren and Willie Lightfoot discuss “Fear Factor: Beware of Scams.”

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Unwritten : Grief 35:05

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In this deeply human episode, Leigh Walters opens up about losing her mother and what grief can teach us about love, memory, and healing. Together we explore what it means to show up for others while learning how to care for yourself. Question for you: How do you process grief? What has caregiving revealed to you about love or letting go? Share you…

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Mental Health Matters 10.29.25 21:11

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This week on Mental Health Matters, Dr. Stacy Killings dives into the topic of resilience — how we can pick ourselves up, bounce back, and keep moving forward when life gets tough.

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Parenting Tips with Dr. Glo 17:46

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Destroying Confidence in Your Children.

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SISICU2 Episode 25 44:26

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In Episode 25 of the SISICU podcast, hosts Cookie and Sparkle sit down with Dr. Adeana Tazel and TK Oluwafemi to discuss the topic, “Why Black Women Hurt Each Other in the Workplace.”

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Check Your Health Podcast with University of Rochester Ep. 43 23:42

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Episode 43 – Understanding Prostate Cancer: Awareness and Early Detection In this episode of Check Your Health, UR Medicine Urologist Dr. Jonathan Bloom joined host Dr. Shaun Nelms to discuss prostate cancer — a condition that affects Black men nearly twice as often as white men. They covered symptoms, screening options, treatment, and how early de…

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Parenting Tips with Dr. Glo 17:02

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A powerful new maternal child health initiative from Healthy Baby Network and the Bridge Project. [email protected]

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Love & Light Podcast EP. 48 20:21

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In Episode 48 of the Love & Light Podcast, Lovely Warren and Willie Lightfoot discuss the new American Dream and what success looks like in 2025.

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Check Your Health Podcast with University of Rochester Ep. 42 25:44

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Uterine fibroids were one of the most common women’s health issues — but many didn’t realize how much they could impact daily life. On Check Your Health this past Thursday, host Dr. Shaun Nelms spoke with Drs. Alexandra Foxx and Johann Piquion about symptoms, treatment options, and how to take charge of your health. If you ever had questions about …

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Curtis Monroe & Pj Wheeler 10:18

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Curtis Monroe speaks about his journey and how he got into the masonry business.

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WDKX Water Cooler With Latia Vaughn 33:10

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Tune in every Friday at 10am with Latia Vaughn on the WDKX Wake-Up Club. Each week, she dives into powerful conversations that matter — including: "Your Story Isn’t Over Yet" – offering hope and encouragement for those feeling stuck. "The Energy You Bring Matters" – a reminder to be intentional about your presence and how it impacts others. And con…

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Check Your Health Podcast with University of Rochester Ep. 41 25:19

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Check Your Health kicked off a new season with a special episode celebrating the power of music! Host Dr. Shaun Nelms spoke with guests from the University of Rochester and the Eastman School of Music about two can't-miss events: Soundtrax (Oct. 16–18) — North America’s first film music festival, a collaboration between Eastman and the Hajim School…

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Mental Health Matters 10.08.25 20:02

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In this week's episode of Mental Health Matters, Dr. Stacy Killings discusses the power of vulnerability and how to express yourself authentically."

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Parenting Tips with Dr. Glo 11:23

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Your child's environment

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SISICU2 Episode 24 28:16

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In Episode 24 of SISCU2, hosts Cookie and Sparkle sit down with guest April Hill to discuss why rest is an essential part of self-care.

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Love & Light Podcast EP. 47 26:51

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On episode 47 of the Love & Light Podcast, hosts Lovely Warren and Willie Lightfoot discuss the dysfunction and all that’s happening within the federal government.

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Unwritten 49:35

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Episode Title: Identity In our first episode, we sit down with Talitha, also known as DJ Reign and formerly part of the WDKX Wake Up Club. She shares her journey of letting go, navigating identity shifts, and adjusting to life's changes with honesty and grace. This conversation is about transformation, the courage to release old ver4sions of yourse…

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Unwritten 49:50

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Episode Title: Identity In our first episode, we sit down with Talitha, also known as DJ Reign and formerly part of the WDKX Wake Up Club. She shares her journey of letting go, navigating identity shifts, and adjusting to life's changes with honesty and grace. This conversation is about transformation, the courage to release old ver4sions of yourse…

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Mental Health Matter 09.24.25 20:46

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In this week’s powerful episode, Dr. Killings explores one of the most transformative – yet often overlooked – aspects of mental well-being: forgiveness. Whether it's forgiving others or learning to forgive ourselves, Dr. Killings dives deep into how this vital emotional process can free us from resentment, reduce anxiety, and open the door to heal…

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Parenting Tips with Dr. Glo 8:10

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Grieving and its benefits.

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SISICU2 Episode 23 41:45

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SISICU2 Ep. 23 – Cookie Discusses the Realities of Menopause

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Wake Up Club -What Would You Do Wednesday Scenario 09.17 3:44

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At a corporate office, Jenna’s manager often directs flirtatious remarks toward her. The behavior makes her uncomfortable, but she worries that speaking up could jeopardize her job. Meanwhile, her colleague Marcus has noticed what's been happening. He wants to intervene but is conflicted—torn between standing up for what’s right and safeguarding hi…

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Mental Health Matters with Dr Killings 09.17.25 23:28

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On this week's episode of Mental Health Matters, Dr. Killings discusses how to manage troubled young children and explores an important relationship topic: why do people still choose to get married even when they know their partner may not be compatible?

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Parenting Tips with Dr. Glo 9:20

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What should we talk about next?

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Wake Up Club With Latia Vaughan 09.12 34:38

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Every Friday morning, The Dream Pusher Latia Vaughan lights up the Wake-Up Club—firing up Rochester and the world to level up and chase greatness!

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Wake Up Club -What Would You Do Wednesday Scenario 09.10 7:56

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Alex and Jordan co-parent their daughter Mia and usually communicate well. Alex’s spouse, Taylor (the step-parent), grounds Mia by taking her phone because of school issues. Later, Taylor casually tells Jordan about it. Jordan agrees with the consequence and calls Alex to confirm. Alex gets upset with Taylor—not for the punishment, but for telling …

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The Get L.I.T Podcast (Liberating Individuals Through Literary Texts) EP. 32 41:30

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Explore how cultural storytelling, oral traditions, and family histories strengthen literacy and identity—and how they empower us to shape our own futures. Join host Cllanda Florence, educator and doctoral student at the University of Rochester, in conversation with Principal Kafele—retired principal, education consultant, and acclaimed author. Tog…

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Love & Light Podcast EP. 46 21:11

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In Episode 46 of the Love & Light Podcast, Lovely Warren and Willie Lightfoot discuss the issue of missing young Black girls in Western New York.

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WDKX Wake Up Club Water Cooler 09.05 50:08

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Andria B. Langston and 'The Dream Pusher' Latia Vaughan join the Wake-Up Club Water Cooler to discuss everything from achieving success as Black women to the power of following your vision.

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Mental Health Matters 09.03.25 23:57

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In this episode of Mental Health Matters, Dr. Stacy Killing discusses how to let go of past grudges and explores the qualities that distinguish a good parent from a bad one.

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Love & Light Podcast EP. 45 21:53

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In Episode 45 of the Love & Light Podcast, Lovely Warren and Willie Lightfoot discuss what happens when local government issues take the national stage.

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What To Do Wednesday 08.13 3:24

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On this weeks episode of What to Do Wednesday. A week before your wedding, your fiancée confesses they hooked up with your close friend 25 years ago in Miami — long before you met. Your friend never mentioned it because they live in a different city and haven't met your fiancée. Do you still get married, or call it off?…

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Mental Health Matters 08.06.25 21:51

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In this episode of Mental Health Matters with Dr. Stacy Killings, we explore how to separate emotions from decision-making and the importance of setting healthy boundaries in friendships.

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Parenting Tips with Dr. Glo 12:34

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Teachers See it all

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Parenting Tips with Dr. Glo 7:38

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Grandparents Opinions

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Love & Light Podcast EP. 44 23:24

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On Episode 44 of the Love & Light Podcast with hosts Lovely Warren and Willie Lightfoot, Lovely dives into how the New York State Child Support system operates and the profound impact it has on individuals who fall behind on their payments.

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Parenting Tips with Dr. Glo 15:05

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10 Phrases parents should avoid.