Episodes

  • Can I afford to buy a house?

    Can I afford to buy a house?
    Apr 17 2025
    Buying a home can feel out of reach for many. But if you're an aspiring homeowner, there are ways to make it a reality. In this episode, mortgage reporter Molly Grace explains how to know if you're financially ready, what costs to budget for and how to find a home that works for you.

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    19 mins
  • The art and pleasure of writing a letter

    The art and pleasure of writing a letter
    Apr 15 2025
    In her new book, Syme's Letter Writer, Rachel Syme of The New Yorker explains how to write a delightful letter to a loved one. Unlike texting and email, old-fashioned letters, hand-addressed and sent in the mail, are "read intentionally," she says. Syme offers advice on what to write about, how to find the perfect stationery, and how to find a pen pal.

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    22 mins
  • 5 simple ways to minimize stress

    5 simple ways to minimize stress
    Apr 14 2025
    Need a break? Dr. Aditi Nerurkar, author of The 5 Resets, offers quick, easy ways to minimize stress in your daily life — no lavish vacations or big life changes necessary. This episode originally aired Feb. 6, 2024.

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    17 mins
  • DLK: In our relationship, her dog comes first. Now I'm having doubts about us

    DLK: In our relationship, her dog comes first. Now I'm having doubts about us
    Apr 10 2025
    That uncertainty you might feel in romantic relationships is common — and not always a bad thing, say Haley Nahman, writer of the Maybe Baby newsletter and Danny Nelson, co-host of the Dear Danny podcast series. In this episode of Life Kit, they weigh in on pet jealousy, whether it's OK to make a move on a friend, and questionable future in-laws.

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    21 mins
  • How to relieve constipation

    How to relieve constipation
    Apr 8 2025
    Haven't pooped in days? Gastroenterologists explain what to do in this SOS moment — and share tips on how to avoid chronic constipation. This episode was originally published July 10, 2023.

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    16 mins
  • How to pack a go bag for emergencies

    How to pack a go bag for emergencies
    Apr 7 2025
    As climate emergencies like wildfires and hurricanes become more prevalent, it's important to have essentials like food and medicine on hand and ready to go in case you need to evacuate. On today's episode, emergency preparedness expert Alyssa Provencio explains what you do and don't need in your go bag, how to create a household emergency plan and why now is a good time to prepare for disasters.

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    24 mins
  • How to find a supportive queer community

    How to find a supportive queer community
    Apr 3 2025
    If you're exploring your sexuality or gender identity for the first time, it's natural to feel overwhelmed. You might be processing mixed emotions, grieving the loss of people in your life or struggling with imposter syndrome. But on the other side is a supportive community that will celebrate you, not just tolerate you. In this episode, Life Kit producer Margaret Cirino talks with queer community organizers about the affirming power of queer spaces and how to find your own community.

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    23 mins
  • A beginner's guide to bartering

    A beginner's guide to bartering
    Apr 1 2025
    Bartering can help you mind your budget and build relationships with your community. In this episode, we cover how to suggest bartering as an option and make the exchange feel fair. We'll also share stories of successful trades.

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    21 mins