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Joel Ronson and his friends were lured to a castle in Connecticut to participate in a reality show in the summer of 2023. (Image by Joel Ronson)
The Pulse
Health

Jon Ronson, 101 Princesses, and a World of Unraveling Men

Jon Ronson on his new book The Castle,” fake reality shows, and a generation of men adrift.

Air Date: August 30, 2026

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Studio 2
Health

Why are testosterone levels falling?

Testosterone among men has been on the decline. Should we be concerned about falling testosterone levels?

Air Date: August 19, 2026

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Studio 2
Money

Annoyance economy: the hidden cost of everyday hassles

No one likes getting stuck on hold or having to negotiate with a chatbot... and yet it feels harder and harder to avoid.

Air Date: August 5, 2026 1:00 pm

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Studio 2
Arts & Entertainment

Why are “granny hobbies” having a moment?

A whole new generation seems to be trading screens for binoculars and knitting needles. What’s behind the trend?

Air Date: July 30, 2026 12:00 pm

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Studio 2
Health

Is nicotine back?

American smoking rates have reached historic lows, but cigarettes are all over pop culture, as are nicotine products like vapes and pouches.

Air Date: July 8, 2026 1:00 pm

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The Pulse
Health

From Buzz to Burnout: How Alcohol Affects the Brain and Body

We explore our relationship with alcohol — why we consume it, how it affects us, and when it’s time to quit.

Air Date: July 3, 2026

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Community
Billy Penn

A $25 million lifeline in Philly for unhoused drug users with major health challenges

After years bouncing between emergency rooms and the street, patients get wraparound services through Project HOME’s recovery collaborative.

3 months ago

Studio 2
Lifestyle

How constraints make us happier and more productive

In a world with seemingly infinite competition for our time and attention, how do we decide what to prioritize?

Air Date: June 3, 2026 1:00 pm

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The Connection with Marty Moss-Coane
Lifestyle

How to Cope with Uncertainty

In "Waiting for Dawn", author Marisa Renee Lee explains how to how to truly thrive during times of sadness, grief and uncertainty — without forcing positivity.

Air Date: May 8, 2026 12:00 pm

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The Pulse
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

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From unforgiving fitness regimens to intentionally breaking their own jaws, some people are going to extreme lengths to fulfill a certain vision of masculinity.
Studio 2
Lifestyle

Looksmaxxing: Why young men are breaking their own jaws

We look at how social media is fueling the trend of achieving maximum perfection and how this adds to the conversation about young men struggling to find purpose.

Air Date: February 19, 2026 12:00 pm

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Studio 2
Money

Prenups, postnups and how to navigate money in marriage

According to a 2023 Harris Poll, 21% of Americans say they have signed a prenup, up from 3% in 2010. What's driving this trend?

Air Date: February 12, 2026 1:00 pm

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Studio 2
Courts & Law

Social media on trial

Should tech giants be held accountable for the teen mental health crisis? And what could regulation look like in practice?

Air Date: February 10, 2026 1:00 pm

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Studio 2
Lifestyle

“Friction-maxxing:” the case against convenience

Can struggle, effort and inconvenience lead to a happier, more fulfilling life? And in a world where technology seems unavoidable, is it even possible to fight the current?

Air Date: January 15, 2026 12:00 pm

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Studio 2
Lifestyle

Cut ties or no? How to deal with difficult family relationships

More than one in four Americans are estranged from a family member. We are joined by a writer and a therapist to understand why so many people go "no contact."

Air Date: December 3, 2025 12:00 pm

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