About this podcast

Everyone needs a little help being a human. From sleep to saving money to parenting and more, we talk to the experts to get the best advice out there. Life Kit is here to help you get it together.

Latest episodes

• Grilling for beginners

  May 24, 2022
• How to get a job after college

  May 23, 2022
• Singing 101: How to find your voice

  May 19, 2022
• How to overcome FOMO

  May 17, 2022
• How to get back what we've lost to the internet

  May 16, 2022
• How to pay attention to (and appreciate) what's around you

  May 12, 2022
• How to give mothering the value it deserves

  May 10, 2022
• How to cook and eat healthy on a budget

  May 9, 2022
• How to arrange flowers like a professional

  May 5, 2022
• How to give the perfect toast

  May 3, 2022
• How to get the most out of your health insurance plan

  May 2, 2022
• Life Kit presents: The power in owning your 'Big Feelings'

  April 30, 2022
• Storytelling 101

  April 28, 2022
• How to thrive while working in a hybrid setup

  April 26, 2022
• Become a community scientist in 3 steps

  April 25, 2022
• What to know about wearing a mask on public transit

  April 23, 2022
• Our favorite ways to live sustainably

  April 21, 2022
• How to get outside and enjoy nature — on your own terms

  April 19, 2022
• Live more freely with autism, and nurture inclusivity

  April 18, 2022
• How to help birds during migration

  April 14, 2022
• Tips for dealing with conflict in the workplace

  April 12, 2022
• How to develop your personal style

  April 11, 2022
• How to have more fun

  April 7, 2022
• How to start bike commuting: tips for a safe and easy ride

  April 5, 2022
• Too much pleasure can lead to addiction. How to break the cycle and find balance

  April 4, 2022
• How to start gardening

  March 31, 2022
• Intro to Korean American cooking

  March 29, 2022
• Your tax refund, explained

  March 28, 2022
• How working parents can win back some time

  March 24, 2022
• Regret is universal, here's what to do when you feel it

  March 22, 2022
• From bills to appointments, here's how to tackle the homework of adulthood

  March 21, 2022
• How to talk to customer service – and actually get what you want

  March 17, 2022
• 4 tips to stay connected when your friends live far away

  March 15, 2022
• Our most valuable lessons from 2 pandemic years

  March 14, 2022
• How to deal with mental health issues at work

  March 10, 2022
• Four ways to combat indecision

  March 8, 2022
• How to pick a birth control that works for you

  March 7, 2022
• The basics to home maintenance

  March 3, 2022
• 4 tools to help unblock your creativity

  March 1, 2022
• How to deal with anxiety from the news

  February 28, 2022
• Food substitutions 101

  February 27, 2022
• Food substitutions 101

  February 26, 2022
• Food substitutions 101

  February 24, 2022
• What to know and how to talk about disability

  February 22, 2022
• How to train for your first marathon

  February 21, 2022
• Why passing on wealth requires strategy

  February 17, 2022
• What's your attachment style?

  February 15, 2022
• How to let more joy into your life

  February 14, 2022
• How to get over someone

  February 10, 2022
• How to lose well — and why it matters

  February 8, 2022
• Financial advice for artists who think they're 'bad with money'

  February 7, 2022
• How to talk to your Latinx parents about mental health

  February 4, 2022
• Pick a card, any card: How to get into tarot

  February 3, 2022
• It's OK to not be passionate about your job

  February 1, 2022
• What 'likability' really means in the workplace

  January 31, 2022
• How to cope with seasonal affective disorder (SAD)

  January 27, 2022
• Dog training 101 — How to set realistic goals and where to get started

  January 25, 2022
• How to make sure you're paid for your time and work

  January 24, 2022
• The case for being ordinary

  January 20, 2022
• How to talk to your Latinx parents about mental health

  January 18, 2022
• Need to make a change in your life? Behavioral science can help

  January 17, 2022
• How to talk about the COVID vaccine with people who are hesitant

  January 15, 2022
• How To Make Ethical Investing Work For You

  January 13, 2022
• How to get out of a creative rut

  January 11, 2022
• How to enjoy single life

  January 10, 2022
• A pediatrician's advice on omicron, daycare and travel for kids under 5

  January 8, 2022
• How to curb money avoidance and face financial woes head-on

  January 7, 2022
• How to curb money avoidance and face financial woes head-on

  January 6, 2022
• How to divest from diet culture

  January 4, 2022
• Mindfulness For Beginners

  January 3, 2022
• When it comes to exercise, "all movements count"

  December 30, 2021
• How to give the perfect toast

  December 28, 2021
• How to give the perfect toast

  December 28, 2021
• 6 tips on taking a break from drinking

  December 27, 2021
• How solitude can help you regulate your mood

  December 23, 2021
• How to give thoughtful holiday gifts on a budget

  December 21, 2021
• How to give thoughtful holiday gifts on a budget

  December 21, 2021
• Your questions on holiday anxieties, answered by psychologist Andrea Bonior

  December 20, 2021
• Your questions on holiday anxieties, answered by psychologist Andrea Bonior

  December 20, 2021
• What happens in our brain when we grieve — and how it helps us stay afloat

  December 18, 2021
• How to shop for sustainable holiday gifts

  December 18, 2021
• How to squash negative self-talk

  December 16, 2021
• How to host a meaningful holiday gathering

  December 14, 2021
• 22 for 22 A tip to help you stop procrastinating

  December 14, 2021
• Omicron variant, COVID booster shots — and how to stay safe during the holidays

  December 13, 2021
• Omicron variant, COVID booster shots — and how to stay safe during the holidays

  December 13, 2021
• How to shop for sustainable holiday gifts

  December 11, 2021
• How to shop for sustainable holiday gifts

  December 11, 2021
• How to talk about money with friends, from planning a hangout to splitting the bill

  December 10, 2021
• How to talk about money with friends, from planning a hangout to splitting the bill

  December 9, 2021
• How to stop being late

  December 7, 2021
• Coping with grief during the holidays

  December 6, 2021
• Coping with grief during the holidays

  December 6, 2021
• How to be a kinder, more caring neighbor

  December 4, 2021
• How to be a kind, more caring neighbor

  December 2, 2021
• How to decide if freezing your eggs is right for you — and how to get started

  November 30, 2021
• How to give good advice by less fixing, more listening

  November 29, 2021
• How To Have Meaningful Conversations At Holiday Gatherings

  November 25, 2021
• How To Have Meaningful Conversations At Holiday Gatherings

  November 25, 2021
• How To Make Tastier, Prettier Pies, According To A Self-taught Pie Artist

  November 23, 2021
• This Thanksgiving, You Can Carry On Family Recipes In Your Own Way

  November 22, 2021
• How To Document Family Stories

  November 19, 2021
• How To Document Family Stories

  November 18, 2021
• Remembering Petra Mayer: Everyone's a 'real writer.' Here's how to write that book

  November 16, 2021
• Here's How To Simplify Your Thanksgiving Menu

  November 15, 2021
• Suleika Jaouad On Working Through Isolation And Life's Interruptions

  November 12, 2021
• 5 Tips For Transferring Colleges

  November 11, 2021
• Suleika Jaouad On Working Through Isolation And Life's Interruptions

  November 9, 2021
• How To Build A Sleep Routine For You And Your Children

  November 8, 2021
• How To Wake Up Early, Even If You're Not A Morning Person

  November 5, 2021
• How to wake up early, even if you're not a morning person

  November 4, 2021
• What To Do When There's A Flash Flood Warning While You're Driving

  November 2, 2021
• How To Start A Budget. (And Why You Might Actually Enjoy It)

  November 1, 2021
• From Family Planning To Recycling: Your Climate Questions Answered

  October 30, 2021
• Your guide to a simple skin care routine

  October 28, 2021
• How To Learn A New Skill

  October 26, 2021
• Climate Anxiety Is Real. Here's How To Address It

  October 25, 2021
• Inbox Zero Isn't The Goal Anymore. Try Inbox Infinity

  October 21, 2021
• Finding Agency With A Birth Plan

  October 19, 2021
• How To Choose A Health Insurance Plan

  October 18, 2021
• How To Rethink What You Spend Your Time — And Life — Doing

  October 14, 2021
• How To Rethink What You Spend Your Time — And Life — Doing

  October 14, 2021
• 5 Tips For Getting Started With Strength Training

  October 12, 2021
• How You Can Honor Your Heritage — And Improve Your Health — Through Food

  October 11, 2021
• Get Your Pantry Organized With These Tips From Smitten Kitchen's Deb Perelman

  October 7, 2021
• The Case For A 4-Day Workweek

  October 5, 2021
• How To Reframe Jealousy In Relationships

  October 4, 2021
• It's FAFSA Time! Here's How To Apply For College Financial Aid

  September 30, 2021
• How You Can Help Someone At Risk Of Suicide

  September 28, 2021
• How Reading Aloud Can Help You Bond With Your Kids

  September 27, 2021
• Is It Laziness, Or A Sign You Need To Slow Down?

  September 23, 2021
• How To Stop Getting Interrupted At Work

  September 21, 2021
• In 'We're Not Broken,' Author Eric Garcia Takes On Myths About Autism

  September 20, 2021
• Dating Over 50: It's OK To Be Nervous But Don't Let That Stop You

  September 16, 2021
• There's More To Getting In Shape Than How You Look

  September 14, 2021
• There's More To Getting In Shape Than How You Look

  September 14, 2021
• How To Start Hormone Replacement Therapy

  September 13, 2021
• How To Tap Into The Good Anxiety In Your Life

  September 9, 2021
• How To Thrive While Working In A Hybrid Setup

  September 7, 2021
• 7 Tips To Help You Get Out Of Debt

  September 6, 2021
• 7 Tips To Help You Get Out Of Debt

  September 6, 2021
• How To Receive Feedback

  September 2, 2021
• How To Rent Smarter

  August 31, 2021
• How To Keep Your Kids Safe From The Delta Variant

  August 30, 2021
• Sci-Fi And Fantasy Recommendations For Your Summer Reading

  August 26, 2021
• 'Can I Ask That?' Tips For Navigating Questions About Booster Shots And More

  August 24, 2021
• How To Give Good Feedback

  August 23, 2021
• 5 Tips For Becoming A Stepparent

  August 19, 2021
• 5 Ways To Rethink Money In Your Relationship

  August 17, 2021
• Do's And Don'ts For Parents Whose Kids Have Gained Weight In The Pandemic

  August 16, 2021
• Life Kit Presents: CNN's Chasing Life

  August 14, 2021
• How To Navigate The World Of Dating Apps

  August 12, 2021
• How To Navigate The World Of Dating Apps

  August 12, 2021
• Letter Writing 101: Tips From A Hallmark Card Writer

  August 10, 2021
• A Business-Minded Way To Make Tough Family Decisions

  August 9, 2021
• The Process Of Becoming A Mother Has A Name: Matrescence

  August 5, 2021
• Money Talks: How To Teach Kids About Finance

  August 3, 2021
• Here's How Relationship Contracts Can Help Couples

  August 2, 2021
• Summer Reading Starter Kit: Young Adult Novels

  July 29, 2021
• Smart Investing Tips For Beginners

  July 27, 2021
• How To Talk About Divorce With Your Children

  July 26, 2021
• What You Should Know About The Delta Variant

  July 24, 2021
• What You Should Know About The Delta Variant

  July 24, 2021
• 4 Tips For Cleaning Up Your Social Media Diet

  July 22, 2021
• 'Managing Up' And The Art Of Leadership At Work

  July 20, 2021
• 4 Tips To Beat Extreme Heat

  July 19, 2021
• How To Host: The Art Of Having People Over

  July 15, 2021
• How To Use Less Plastic

  July 13, 2021
• Flirting Advice That Will Help You Talk To Anyone

  July 12, 2021
• Flirting Advice That Will Help You Talk To Anyone

  July 12, 2021
• Retirement 101: How To Save What You Need

  July 9, 2021
• Tricks To Improve Your Credit Score

  July 8, 2021
• Spend Savvier, Save Smarter: 5 Tips to Stop Stress Spending

  July 7, 2021
• How To Navigate A Financial Crisis

  July 6, 2021
• 5 Steps To Eating Healthy On A Budget

  July 5, 2021
• How To Find Art You Love For Your Space

  July 1, 2021
• Making The Workplace More Equitable For Trans People

  June 29, 2021
• So You Want To Start A Podcast. NPR Pros Have Advice

  June 28, 2021
• Summer Reading Starter Kit: Romance Novels

  June 24, 2021
• Summer Reading Starter Kit: Romance Novels

  June 24, 2021
• What 'Likeability' Really Means In The Workplace

  June 22, 2021
• Supporting A Teen Through An Abusive Relationship

  June 21, 2021
• A Personal Antiracism Tool For People Who Think They're Allies

  June 17, 2021
• You're Probably Apologizing All Wrong

  June 15, 2021
• The Importance Of Mourning Losses (Even When They Seem Small)

  June 14, 2021
• How to Harness and Transform Anger

  June 10, 2021
• Navigating The Coming Out Conversation

  June 8, 2021
• Navigating The Coming Out Conversation

  June 8, 2021
• Honoring Your Heritage Through Food

  June 7, 2021
• A Field Guide To Birding

  June 4, 2021
• A Field Guide To Birding

  June 4, 2021
• What You Need To Start Biking

  June 3, 2021
• What You Need To Start Biking

  June 3, 2021
• Breaking Ground On A Garden

  June 2, 2021
• Breaking Ground On A Garden

  June 2, 2021
• A Sunscreen Evangelist Explains The Importance Of SPF

  June 1, 2021
• New To Camping? Here's Your Orientation

  May 31, 2021
• Why Leaving A Legacy Takes Self-Reflection

  May 27, 2021
• Rational Advice For A Chaotic Housing Market

  May 25, 2021
• Understanding — And Coping With — Racial Trauma

  May 24, 2021