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Trouble pooping on vacation? You’re not alone, and here’s how to fix that

Neurogastroenterologist Trisha Pasricha says constipation woes on vacation happen to lots of people — but she says there are solutions.

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Over the past decade or two, the number of urgent care centers in the U.S. have doubled — in part, because they fill a void in the health care market, offering fast and convenient care to patients who would otherwise face long wait times at the ER, and longer wait times to see a primary care physician.  (AP Photo/Ted Shaffrey)
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Health

Inside the Boom of Urgent Care: How It’s Changing American Medicine

We take a look at the rapid rise of urgent care, what’s fueling it, and how it’s affecting patients

Air Date: April 3, 2026

Listen 47:56
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Health

Why We Need to Talk About Poop

Neurogastroenterologist Trisha Pasricha tells us what’s shaping our bowel movements, and what that means for our health.

Air Date: April 1, 2026

Listen 44:17
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Health

The Problem with Being Perfect: How Unrealistic Standards Hurt Our Minds and Bodies

A look at what causes perfectionism, how it affects our lives and health, and how we can escape its grip.

Air Date: March 27, 2026

Listen 49:54
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Unearthing the Hidden Stories of Women Scientists

A look at several great women in science — and why so many of them, and their contributions, have been forgotten.

Air Date: March 20, 2026

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1 in 4 American Adults Is a Caregiver. So Why Does It Feel So Lonely?

A look at the challenges of caregiving,, from changing relationships, to dealing with loneliness and burnout.

Air Date: March 13, 2026

Listen 49:51
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The Pulse
Science

Already Forgotten About Your New Year’s Resolution? Here’s Why

We talk with productivity expert Chris Bailey about achieving goals, who says aligning them with our values is key.

Air Date: March 10, 2026

Listen 31:52
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Science

Hello? From Bell’s First Call to Gen Z’s Telephobia: 150 Years of the Telephone

On the 150th anniversary of the world’s first call, we look back at how the telephone changed the world.

Air Date: March 6, 2026

Listen 49:39
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Science

Beyond Anthropomorphism: The Science of Animal Emotions

We explore the inner lives of animals, from pain in lobsters to odd-couple friendships to empathy in baboons.

Air Date: February 27, 2026

Listen 49:34
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Science

Revenge Feels Great — But the Cost is High

We talk with lawyer-turned-researcher James Kimmel about his book, "The Science of Revenge: Understanding the World's Deadliest Addiction — and How to Overcome It."

Air Date: February 20, 2026

Listen 49:18
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Health

Will My Doctor Be a Bot? AI and the Future of Medicine

Physician and author Robert Wachter joins us to discuss what AI-powered health care will look like in the near future.

Air Date: February 18, 2026

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Science

Finding Your Match: The Science of Love and Attraction

We take a look at the science of love — from what fuels attraction, to the “secret sauce” of compatibility.

Air Date: February 13, 2026

Listen 49:34
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Science

Shocking sidewalks: Why melting snow could spell trouble for dogs

As the icy snow covering sidewalks and roads melts, it might be a good time to break out rubber-soled booties for your pups.

2 months ago

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Health

Closing the Gap: Improving Health Outcomes for Black Americans

Why Black Americans suffer worse health outcomes, and past and present efforts to fight those disparities.

Air Date: February 6, 2026

Listen 49:34
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The Pulse
Health

Dry January is over — but don’t pour yourself a drink just yet

Dry January has wrapped up, but before you head back to the bar or pour yourself a drink, take a moment to evaluate what was better about your life when you were not drinking.

2 months ago

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