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Behavioral Health

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The Pulse
Science

Why Nurturing Connection is Good for Your Health

What new research shows about why relationships matter, and how to prioritize them amid life’s competing demands.

Air Date: October 22, 2026

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Studio 2
Lifestyle

The case for hosting more

Americans are having friends and family over less and less often. What's holding people back? And with isolation on rise, how can we get back into the habit?

Air Date: October 15, 2026

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Vicki Armel, who was diagnosed ADHD at 77, is seated in her home office.
The Pulse
Health

As more seniors get diagnosed with ADHD, it often comes with regret — but also relief

ADHD in older adults can often go unnoticed and symptoms can appear similar to signs of aging, memory problems, or dementia.

2 weeks ago

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Studio 2
Health

How is technology changing talk therapy?

Online telehealth platforms took off during the pandemic. And now AI has entered the chat. Is in-person counseling a thing of the past?

Air Date: October 12, 2026

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Tracie Johnson and Kelly Sagastume are sitting at a table in the office.
Politics & Policy

For young Philadelphians in residential care, speaking up can be an act of civic engagement, ombudsperson says

The city office advocates for people in juvenile justice, child welfare and behavioral health care, teaching them their rights and helping turn their complaints into change.

1 month ago

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.

5 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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