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You've got questions. We find answers. We all need advice, but it's not always clear who to ask. Each week, Mike Pesca invites a listener on the show to tackle a real problem, like protecting our elderly loved ones from scammers, emigrating as a throuple, and speaking without saying "um" - all with help from world-class experts: attorneys, doctors, entrepreneurs, authors, researchers - who actuall... more

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To move or not to move? That is the question for Tiffani. She is desperate to get out of her hometown in rural Oregon and find a place with affordable housing, better dating prospects, and a ballroom dance studio nearby… or at least a P.F. Chang's cl... more

Brett has spent her career in foreign policy — shaping strategy, advising governments, moving pieces on a board whose outcomes she may never live to fully see. It's meaningful work. It just never feels finished. So she's started thinking about a diff... more

Living with a cat often feels like a game of high-stakes interpretation, especially when an 18-pound Maine Coon is performing a 4:30 AM tap dance on your head. Today on How To!, Mike Pesca is joined by cat owner Steve, who shares the reality of navig... more

Relying on filler words like "um," "like," and "you know" is a universal habit that clutters our speech and betrays our nerves, but simply willing yourself to stop only makes the problem worse. Today on How To!, Mike Pesca is joined by renowned data ... more

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Recent Guests

Nate Silver
Founder of FiveThirtyEight, author of On the Edge, The Art of Risking Everything
FiveThirtyEight / Silver Bulletin
Episode: How to Not Say "Um"
Michael Chad Hepner
Author of Don't Say Um, How To Communicate Effectively to Live a Better Life; communications coach
GK Training
Episode: How to Not Say "Um"
Nancy Rommelmann
Journalist and author focusing on elder scams
Freelance journalist, author
Episode: How To Protect The Elderly From Scammers
Amy Nofziger
Senior Director of Fraud Victim Support at AARP Fraud Watch Network
AARP
Episode: How To Protect The Elderly From Scammers
Will Van Derveer
Doctor, psychiatrist, co-founder of Integrative Psychiatry Institute
Integrative Psychiatry Institute
Episode: How To Take Psychedelics for Your Mental Health with Dr. Will Van Derveer
Myq Kaplan
Standup comedian, philosopher
Self-employed
Episode: How To Take Psychedelics for Your Mental Health with Dr. Will Van Derveer
Enid Baxter Ryce
Artist, author, and lecturer at California State University Monterey Bay.
California State University Monterey Bay
Episode: How To Ghostbust The Old Fashioned Way
Dr. Irving Finkel
Curator in the British Museum, expert on ancient Mesopotamian cultures and ghosts.
British Museum
Episode: How To Ghostbust The Old Fashioned Way
Dan Savage
Author of Savage Love, host of the Savage Lovecast podcast.
Episode: How to Emigrate as a Throuple

Reviews

4.4 out of 5 stars from 2.6k ratings
  • Moving episode with Nancy Rommelmann

    Very important episode about a harrowing issue as technology evolves that makes predatory behavior towards the elderly increasingly easier

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    5
    JacquelineLapine
    United States24 days ago
  • Pesca is a Master of the Form

    I’m a huge Mike Pesca fan, and How To! has been a great addition to his work. I’ve enjoyed every episode so far. Pesca brings the same sharp interviewing skills, curiosity, and humor that make his other projects so good, and he manages to turn practical questions into insightful conversations. It’s informative, entertaining, and consistently well done. Highly recommended for anyone who enjoys smart, thoughtful interviews.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    S. Jaeger
    United Statesa month ago
  • From fave podcast to not my jam

    Longtime listener won’t be continuing to listen with Pesca at the helm. Appreciated the thoughtful and measured past hosts very much but this new style isn’t for me.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Canadianstarrynight
    Canada2 months ago
  • Great info

    This show has great information. The hosts were especially informative and open to new ideas. It was really great to listen to.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Valouris
    United States7 months ago
  • Biased show

    The Living at Odds episodes I found very disappointing. They say it’s about seeing both sides, but really felt a lot like one side accepting the other for what they believe and the other thinking what they believe is totally wrong and are tolerant of their lack of education. That if they were totally educated they’d think just like me. Just felt more dividing than helpful series.

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    Grzlk
    United Statesa year ago

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Some listeners criticize the content for perceived political biases, suggesting that discussions sometimes lean too far into social issues without enough balance.

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How to Not Say "Um"
Q: What was the most memorable thing that happened at the Olympics for you?
Nate described the women's freeskate final as one of the most amazing live experiences, highlighting the moment and emotional impact rather than technical analysis.
How To Take Psychedelics for Your Mental Health with Dr. Will Van Derveer
Q: How do these psychedelic therapies work differently from traditional antidepressants?
Dr. Van Derveer explains that psychedelics can rapidly disrupt the default mode network and loosen rigid self-referential thinking, creating a window for new perspectives that, with proper preparation and integration, may lead to lasting changes beyond the dosing session.
How To Make A How To Podcast
Q: How do you decide which questions to tackle on the show?
We look for questions that are interesting or fun, and then figure out the best, often unexpected, way to solve them, sometimes moving from the easy approach to a more circuitous journey that yields a useful fact.
How To Ghostbust The Old Fashioned Way
Q: Is there anything practical a certain stick Enid could wave, a thing that she could say, a word, an incantation?
Dr. Finkel discusses the importance of precise words and rituals when dealing with ghosts, and acknowledges Enid's experiences without suggesting a simple solution.
How To Ghostbust The Old Fashioned Way
Q: What is the goal for understanding our ghosts?
Enid expresses a desire to understand ghosts rather than just bust them, reflecting on how her experiences inform her perspective as an artist.

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This podcast provides practical advice and insights through engaging conversations centered on real-life listener questions. Each episode features an expert guest who helps navigate a variety of topics, such as mental health, relationship dynamics, personal finance, and even the challenges of emigration. The approachable format often resembles a relaxed therapy session, allowing listeners to glean useful tips and perspectives on everyday challenges without the pressure of formal settings. Notably, the podcast's blend of expert opinion and relatable narratives sets it apart, making complex ideas accessible while addressing the personal needs of its audience.

Listeners can expect a rich exploration of both lighthearted and serious topics, de... more

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