• Demi Lovato on ‘Dancing With The Devil’
    Apr 5 2021

    Demi is revisiting her nearly fatal overdose in a new documentary, Dancing With The Devil, telling the story on her own terms. She tells us what gets her up in the morning and explains the importance of self-care and how it might also help you.

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    This program is made possible in part by the Corporation for Public Broadcasting, a private corporation funded by the American people.

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    24 mins
  • Residente on How He Quiets the Noise
    Apr 12 2021

    René Pérez Joglar AKA Residente tells Diane how he stays centered and creative during even the hardest of times.

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    This program is made possible in part by the Corporation for Public Broadcasting, a private corporation funded by the American people.

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    33 mins
  • Janaya Future Khan On What Comes Up In The Ring
    Apr 19 2021

    The Black Lives Matter International Ambassador on the power of trusting that you are doing the thing that's right over doing the thing that’s popular.

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    Resources for LGBTQIA+ Youth: https://www.thetrevorproject.org/

    Information on the Black Lives Matter Network can be found here: https://blacklivesmatter.com/

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    1 hr and 10 mins
  • Byron Bowers On Freedom Through Acceptance & Bad Acid
    Apr 26 2021

    The actor and comedian on developing his uniquely dark style of comedy and how standup has helped him develop a healthy outlook on life.

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    If you are having thoughts of suicide, call the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline in the United States at 1-800-273-8255 (TALK). You can find a list of additional resources at SpeakingOfSuicide.com/resources.

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    31 mins
  • Jermaine Fowler Is A Fun Dad
    Apr 30 2021

    Jermaine Fowler (“Judas and the Black Messiah,” “Coming 2 America”) talks about how his curiosity is his superpower.

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    Additional Information on depression and anxiety can be found here: https://www.nami.org/About-Mental-Illness/Mental-Health-Conditions/Depression

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    55 mins
  • Cristela Alonzo on How You Can’t Buy Self Care
    May 10 2021

    Cristela Alonzo talks about getting a show, losing a show, getting help and moving forward.

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    Additional Information on depression and anxiety can be found here: https://www.nami.org/About-Mental-Illness/Mental-Health-Conditions/Depression

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    1 hr and 18 mins
  • Dr. Carl Hart on Drug Use in the Pursuit of Happiness
    May 17 2021

    Talking with psychologist and neuroscientist Dr. Carl Hart, author of Drug Use for Grown-Ups: Chasing Liberty in the Land of Fear.

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    43 mins
  • Listener Stories
    May 26 2021

    Diane plays some of the messages we’ve received from listeners.

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    51 mins