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Everyone needs a little help being a human. From sleep to saving money to parenting and more, host Marielle Segarra talks to experts to get the best advice out there. Life Kit is here to help you get it together. Want another life hack? Try Life Kit+. You'll support the show and unlock exclusive curated playlists and sponsor-free listening. Learn more at plus.npr.org/lifekit

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Marielle Segarra
Host of NPR's Life Kit
NPR Life Kit
Episode: "Just A guy, not THE guy," and other advice Marielle loves
Gretchen Rubin
Writer who studies happiness, good habits, and human nature.
Happier with Gretchen Rubin
Episode: The key to happiness? Know thyself, says Gretchen Rubin
Shannon Martin
Insurance expert with Bankrate
Bankrate
Episode: Don't get taken for a ride by your car insurer
Camila Domonoske
NPR Cars and Energy correspondent
NPR
Episode: Don't get taken for a ride by your car insurer
Deepika Chopra
Behavioral scientist with a doctorate in clinical health psychology; author of The Power of Real Optimism
Author/Researcher
Episode: Good vibes only? The science behind optimism and manifestation
Jeremy Ford
Sports dietitian and nutritionist at the University of South Carolina
University of South Carolina
Episode: How to recover after a workout
Dr. Natasha Desai
Sports medicine doctor at NYU Langone
NYU Langone
Episode: How to recover after a workout
Anna Cockrell
Professional track and field athlete and Olympic medalist
Episode: How to recover after a workout
Margaret Serino
Life Kit producer and fitness enthusiast
NPR
Episode: How to recover after a workout

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Marielle Segarra
Host of various episodes, known for her relatable and friendly approach to facilitating discussions with experts on crucial life topics.

Reviews

4.5 out of 5 stars from 9.4k ratings
  • I love the episode recaps

    Great podcast. Not too long and engaging.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Jangaroofu
    United Statesa month ago
  • Love LifeKit

    Life kit is such a simple way to learn relevant, practical life changes. Love it.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Carmama027
    United Statesa month ago
  • Admit it: you need this, too.

    Having learned many of these lessons the hard way, I recommend Life Kit instead. And for all the lessons they cover that I never learned … thanks! Better late than never!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    fwalter819
    United Statesa month ago
  • Life-changing

    I love listening to Life Kit! I love that the episodes are short and structured and that they reiterate the takeaways at the end. I also love the variety of topics they cover. It keeps it really interesting! I’ve changed a lot of things in my life because of things that I’ve heard while listening and it’s improved my quality of life. It’s usually simple things that I didn’t know that I wish I would have! Like showering at night. I honestly feel like it helps me adult better! Highly recommend!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    creativekatieh
    United Statesa month ago
  • Helpful and Interesting

    Life Kit always covers an interesting topic and the tips are helpful and attainable. I look forward to each new episode.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    WestGhent
    United Statesa month ago

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Many find the range of topics covered to be both engaging and informative, providing valuable insights from a variety of experts.
Listeners appreciate the concise and accessible format of the episodes, often highlighting their practicality and relevance to everyday challenges.
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How to avoid this year's common tax scams
Q: Mark, could you talk about some specific examples of bad tax advice that you've seen?
He cites examples like inflating deductions and credits, fake claims for earned income credit or child tax credit, inflated business expenses, and promoting universal applicability of deductions that are actually highly location- and fact-specific.
The key to keeping old friends? Stop keeping score
Q: If you only see or talk to an old friend occasionally, are you still friends?
Yes, you can still be friends, but it's important to maintain some contact and ensure you are both investing in the relationship in ways that work for your current lives.
The key to keeping old friends? Stop keeping score
Q: Why do you think it's important to have old friends?
Old friends bring richness and perspective from different life stages, and maintaining them is a deliberate practice that supports happiness and a sense of self, even as lives change.
Dr. Sanjay Gupta wants you to reframe your understanding of pain
Q: Can you tell us more about why that matters?
The brain can generate pain signals and even create pain where there is no tissue damage, which means addressing the brain and mind through mindfulness and cognitive approaches can significantly affect pain experiences.
Tired of being tired? Natural ways to get the energy you crave
Q: How can emotional energy be assessed and managed?
By being aware of how much energy is spent on interactions and activities and making intentional choices to prioritize what aligns with values.

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What is Life Kit about and what kind of topics does it cover?

A variety of practical life advice is offered, focusing on topics ranging from personal finance, health, travel planning, to relationship dynamics. Expert insights guide listeners through everyday challenges and provide actionable tips for improvement, catering to an audience seeking to enhance their daily lives and well-being. The podcast stands out for its approachable format, where expert knowledge is distilled into relatable and manageable advice, making it particularly accessible to a broad range of listeners seeking both personal and professional development.

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1. Life Kit: Health
2. Life Kit: Money
3. Hidden Brain
4. Short Wave
5. Life Kit: Parenting

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Life Kit launched 7 years ago and published 1114 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.

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2. Gretchen Rubin
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