What are we doing right and what are we doing wrong when it comes to dealing with Alzheimer’s Disease and other forms of dementia? And, what should we be doing in the future? Our guests on this episode, Daniel George and Peter Whitehouse, have a lot to say about that. Dr. George is a medical anthropologist and associate Professor at Penn State. Dr. Whitehouse is a professor of neurology at Case Western Reserve University and a professor of medicine at the University of Toronto. Together, they are the co-authors of the new book, "American Dementia: Brain Health in an Unhealthy Society".  ****** Thanks to our sponsors of this episode! --> Aurate: we love this modern, minimalist, and affordable jewerly! They rarely run sales, so we're honored that they are offering one to our listeners! Go to http://www.auratenewyork.com/nobodytoldme and use promo code 'nobodytoldme' to get 20% off with no minimum order. --> AirMedCare Network (AMCN): add inexpensive Fly-U-Home coverage to your AMCN membership so that if there's a medical emergency, you can make the call to be transported back to your local hospital—closer to your own doctor and family. Fly-U-Home takes care of absolutely everything from hospital A to hospital B. No bills. No paperwork. It’s a smart way to reduce stress—and put control of your care in your hands. Sign up for Fly-U-Home today and receive up to a $100 eGift Card. by going to airmedcarenetwork.com/tellme and use offer code TELLME.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Nobody Told Me!

Daniel George and Peter Whitehouse: ..about the myths surrounding Alzheimer's and dementia

How can we best look after ourselves when we're sad? We find out on this episode with journalist Helen Russell, who is the bestselling author of two previous books on happiness. Her latest book explores how and why we could all benefit from learning the art of sadness.  Let’s face it. We all experience painful life events and we all endure periods of sadness. Helen’s new book reveals her own experiences with sadness and discusses the latest scientific thinking on the topic. The book is called, HOW TO BE SAD: Everything I’ve Learned About Getting Happier by Being Sad. Her website is helenrussell.co.uk.  ****** Thanks to our sponsors of this episode! --> Aurate: we love this modern, minimalist, and affordable jewerly! They rarely run sales, so we're honored that they are offering one to our listeners! Go to http://www.auratenewyork.com/nobodytoldme and use promo code 'nobodytoldme' to get 20% off with no minimum order. --> AirMedCare Network (AMCN): add inexpensive Fly-U-Home coverage to your AMCN membership so that if there's a medical emergency, you can make the call to be transported back to your local hospital—closer to your own doctor and family. Fly-U-Home takes care of absolutely everything from hospital A to hospital B. No bills. No paperwork. It’s a smart way to reduce stress—and put control of your care in your hands. Sign up for Fly-U-Home today and receive up to a $100 eGift Card. by going to airmedcarenetwork.com/tellme and use offer code TELLME.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Helen Russell: ...how to get happier by being sad

Most people are trying to change one habit or another for the better. They’ve probably tried to change before, but without much luck. Our guest on this episode, Professor Katy Milkman, is an award-winning behavioral scientist at The Wharton School. Katy’s research explores ways that insights from economics and psychology can be used to change behaviors for good. She’s the author of a new book on that topic called, How to Change: The Science of Getting from Where You Are to Where You Want to Be. Her website is katymilkman.com.  ****** Thanks to our sponsors of this episode! --> Aurate: we love this modern, minimalist, and affordable jewerly! They rarely run sales, so we're honored that they are offering one to our listeners! Go to http://www.auratenewyork.com/nobodytoldme and use promo code 'nobodytoldme' to get 20% off with no minimum order. --> AirMedCare Network (AMCN): add inexpensive Fly-U-Home coverage to your AMCN membership so that if there's a medical emergency, you can make the call to be transported back to your local hospital—closer to your own doctor and family. Fly-U-Home takes care of absolutely everything from hospital A to hospital B. No bills. No paperwork. It’s a smart way to reduce stress—and put control of your care in your hands. Sign up for Fly-U-Home today and receive up to a $100 eGift Card. by going to airmedcarenetwork.com/tellme and use offer code TELLME.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Katy Milkman: ...that the path to expect requires you to enjoy the journey

In 2002, when she was just fourteen years old, Elizabeth Smart was kidnapped at knifepoint by a pedofile from her home in Utah. She endured nine months of being shackled, raped, starved, and threatened by her kidnappers, Brian David Mitchell and his wife, Wanda Barzee, before she was rescued and reunited with her family. Her book, "Where There's Hope: Healing, Moving Forward, and Never Giving Up", is an inspiring read and is available through booksellers everywhere. You can read more about Elizabeth at http://www.elizabethsmart.com. **** Thanks to our sponsor of this episode! --> Calm: Over 85 million people are using the Calm app to sleep better! Want access to hundreds of hours of sleep stories, guided meditations, and soundscapes? For a limited time, get 40% off of a Calm premium subscription by going to calm.com/nobodytoldme. --> AirMedCare Network (AMCN): add inexpensive Fly-U-Home coverage to your AMCN membership so that if there's a medical emergency, you can make the call to be transported back to your local hospital—closer to your own doctor and family. Fly-U-Home takes care of absolutely everything from hospital A to hospital B. No bills. No paperwork. It’s a smart way to reduce stress—and put control of your care in your hands. Sign up for Fly-U-Home today and receive up to a $100 eGift Card. by going to airmedcarenetwork.com/tellme and use offer code TELLME.  --> BetterHelp: get 10% off your first month of online counseling if there are issues that are interfering with your happiness or preventing you from achieving your goals by visiting betterhelp.com/nobody. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Elizabeth Smart: ...that there are two types of survivors: those who didn't die and the ones who live

The Covid-19 pandemic has been at the forefront of our minds since March of 2020. Yet, there are other respiratory illnesses like colds, flu and pneumonia that are also around us and which we can take steps to prevent.  On this episode we're joined by pulmonologist Dr. Neil Schachter.. He’s the author of the "The Good Doctor’s Guide to Colds and Flu" which is now available in an updated paperback edition from Harper Paperbacks. ****** Thanks to our sponsors of this episode! --> AirMedCare Network (AMCN): add inexpensive Fly-U-Home coverage to your AMCN membership so that if there's a medical emergency, you can make the call to be transported back to your local hospital—closer to your own doctor and family. Fly-U-Home takes care of absolutely everything from hospital A to hospital B. No bills. No paperwork. It’s a smart way to reduce stress—and put control of your care in your hands. Sign up for Fly-U-Home today and receive up to a $100 eGift Card. by going to airmedcarenetwork.com/tellme and use offer code TELLME.  --> Depression & Bipolar Support Alliance (DBSA): DBSA provides free support groups, wellness tools, and inspirational stories to guide you on your path to holistic mental health wellness. To learn more about how you can start conversations about mental health and suicide in your community, go to http://www.dbsalliance.org/suicide-prevention. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Dr. Neil Schachter: ...why getting a flu shot this year is more important than ever

The vast majority of sexual abuse victims in this country are girls and women. Statistics show that most abusers are men and most sexual assault complaints never result in an arrest, much less charges, a prosecution, or a conviction.  On this episode, we’ll take a look at the cultural and legal forces that ‘downgrade the credibility’ of sexual abuse survivors. Our guest is former special victims prosecutor and legal scholar Deborah Tuerkheimer who’s a leading authority on sexual violence. She’s the author of the new book, "CREDIBLE: Why We Doubt Accusers and Protect Abusers."  Her website is deborahtuerkheimer.com.   ﻿****** Thanks to our sponsors of this episode! --> AirMedCare Network (AMCN): add inexpensive Fly-U-Home coverage to your AMCN membership so that if there's a medical emergency, you can make the call to be transported back to your local hospital—closer to your own doctor and family. Fly-U-Home takes care of absolutely everything from hospital A to hospital B. No bills. No paperwork. It’s a smart way to reduce stress—and put control of your care in your hands.  Sign up for Fly-U-Home today and receive up to a $100 eGift Card. by going to airmedcarenetwork.com/tellme and use offer code TELLME.  --> Microdose Drops: organic, real fruit infused hard candies containing a Balanced-Spectrum™ Balanced-Spectrum™ hemp oil, proprietarily formulated to deliver the classic effects & benefits of Delta-9-THC (as well as CBD, CBG, & terpenes), without the fear of getting you 'too high’ from just '1' micro-dose. Go to http://www.microdosedrops.com/topuses and use code NOBODY for free shipping and 30% your first order. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Deborah Tuerkheimer: ...that a credibility complex shapes all of us

We're a mother-daughter duo who’ve had the same kinds of conversations most parents have with their kids as they grow up. Issues related to school, family, goals, misunderstandings and expectations have all come up between us over the years. We’ve had some great, meaningful conversations and some meltdowns, too! Parents want to keep their kids safe, healthy, happy and motivated but sometimes it’s hard to know what to say to achieve those goals. Conversation between parents and kids can be difficult at times, if not impossible. That’s why we’re excited to welcome neuropsychologist William Stixrud and test prep expert Ned Johnson to the show. They are the authors of the bestselling book, "The Self-Driven Child". And, they have a new book called, "What Do You Say?: How to Talk with Kids to Build Motivation, Stress Tolerance, and a Happy Home". Their website is prepmatters.com.  ﻿****** Thanks to our sponsors of this episode! --> Microdose Drops: organic, real fruit infused hard candies containing a Balanced-Spectrum™ Balanced-Spectrum™ hemp oil, proprietarily formulated to deliver the classic effects & benefits of Delta-9-THC (as well as CBD, CBG, & terpenes), without the fear of getting you 'too high’ from just '1' micro-dose. Go to http://www.microdosedrops.com/topuses and use code NOBODY for free shipping and 30% your first order. --> Depression & Bipolar Support Alliance (DBSA): DBSA provides free support groups, wellness tools, and inspirational stories to guide you on your path to holistic mental health wellness. To learn more about how you can start conversations about mental health and suicide in your community, go to http://www.dbsalliance.org/suicide-prevention. --> Aurate: we love this modern, minimalist, and affordable jewerly! They rarely run sales, so we're honored that they are offering one to our listeners! Go to http://www.auratenewyork.com/nobodytoldme and use promo code 'nobodytoldme' to get 20% off with no minimum order. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

William Stixrud and Ned Johnson: ...how to talk to kids to build motivation & stress tolerance

This was one of our favorite interviews! Dr. Michele Harper is an emergency room doctor and a New York Times bestselling author. She has worked as an emergency room physician for more than a decade in the South Bronx and in Philadelphia.  Michele’s book, The Beauty in Breaking, weaves together the story of her life, and her interactions with her patients in the emergency room. The New York Times named it one of the top 100 Notable Books of 2020 and called it, “A riveting, heartbreaking, sometimes difficult, always inspiring story.” Her memoir is now out in paperback and is available wherever you buy books. Her website is micheleharper.com. ****** Thanks to our sponsors of this episode! --> Microdose Drops: organic, real fruit infused hard candies containing a Balanced-Spectrum™ Balanced-Spectrum™ hemp oil, proprietarily formulated to deliver the classic effects & benefits of Delta-9-THC (as well as CBD, CBG, & terpenes), without the fear of getting you 'too high’ from just '1' micro-dose. Go to http://www.microdosedrops.com/topuses and use code NOBODY for free shipping and 30% your first order. --> Depression & Bipolar Support Alliance (DBSA): DBSA provides free support groups, wellness tools, and inspirational stories to guide you on your path to holistic mental health wellness. To learn more about how you can start conversations about mental health and suicide in your community, go to http://www.dbsalliance.org/suicide-prevention. --> O.R.G. Skincare: try their all-natural Mineral Peel Face and Mineral Peel Body sprays to exfoliate your skin, which makes for a great, even base for make up and spray tans. We love how they don't dry your skin; they hydrate it! Go to http://www.orgskincare.com/nobody to get 15% off your entire purchase. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Dr. Michele Harper: ...that treating patients would help me heal myself

Joining us on this episode is James Tate Hill and he’s the author of a new remarkable memoir which is getting fantastic reviews. The book is called, "Blind Man’s Bluff", and Literary Hub calls it “one of the most anticipated books of 2021.” In it, James tells the story of losing his sight and hiding it from the world. We were fascinated to hear about how he navigates everyday life with honesty about its challenges and gratitude for the unique outlook his blindness has given him. You can learn more about him at https://www.jamestatehill.com. ﻿****** Thanks to our sponsors of this episode! --> Microdose Drops: organic, real fruit infused hard candies containing a Balanced-Spectrum™ Balanced-Spectrum™ hemp oil, proprietarily formulated to deliver the classic effects & benefits of Delta-9-THC (as well as CBD, CBG, & terpenes), without the fear of getting you 'too high’ from just '1' micro-dose.  Go to http://www.microdosedrops.com/topuses and use code NOBODY for free shipping and 30% your first order. --> Depression & Bipolar Support Alliance (DBSA): DBSA provides free support groups, wellness tools, and inspirational stories to guide you on your path to holistic mental health wellness. To learn more about how you can start conversations about mental health and suicide in your community, go to http://www.dbsalliance.org/suicide-prevention. --> Aurate: we love this modern, minimalist, and affordable jewerly! They rarely run sales, so we're honored that they are offering one to our listeners! Go to http://www.auratenewyork.com/nobodytoldme and use promo code 'nobodytoldme' to get 20% off with no minimum order. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

James Tate Hill: ...that being blind did not mean I was inferior to the sighted

Climate change is one of the most important issues we face today. Yet, it’s a topic which polarizes people. Our guest on this episode, well-known climate scientist Dr. Katharine Hayhoe, says climate action isn’t about being a certain type of person or voting a certain way.  She says it IS about connecting the values we already have, to act for our future. Dr. Hayhoe is the Chief Scientist of The Nature Conservancy and the author of the new book, SAVING US: A Climate Scientist's Case for Hope and Healing in a Divided World. ﻿****** Thanks to our sponsors of this episode! --> Aurate: we love this modern, minimalist, and affordable jewerly! They rarely run sales, so we're honored that they are offering one to our listeners! Go to http://www.auratenewyork.com/nobodytoldme and use promo code 'nobodytoldme' to get 20% off with no minimum order. --> 'The Happiness Lab' Podcast: Yale's Dr. Laurie Santos shares surprising research and inspiring stories that will change the way you think about happiness. Listen to the new season on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or anywhere you listen to your favorite podcasts! --> Depression & Bipolar Support Alliance (DBSA): DBSA provides free support groups, wellness tools, and inspirational stories to guide you on your path to holistic mental health wellness. To learn more about how you can start conversations about mental health and suicide in your community, go to http://www.dbsalliance.org/suicide-prevention. --> 'Beauty Uncovered' Podcast: brought to you by Olaplex, this amazing weekly podcast centers on beauty, health, wellness and lifestyle, and offers ideas for new looks you can apply the same day! Available wherever you listen to podcasts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Dr. Katharine Hayhoe: ...that we should be having optimistic conversations about climate change

Roe v. Wade is the landmark case in which the U.S. Supreme Court affirmed that access to safe and legal abortion is a constitutional right. That 1973 ruling is perhaps the best known and most divisive case the court has ever decided. Our guest on this episode, investigative journalist Joshua Prager, has spent 11 years researching and writing about the case and the key figures in it. The result of that work is Prager’s new book, the already critically-acclimaed, "The Family Roe: An American Story". His website is joshuaprager.com.  ﻿****** Thanks to our sponsors of this episode! --> Aurate: we love this modern, minimalist, and affordable jewerly! They rarely run sales, so we're honored that they are offering one to our listeners! Go to http://www.auratenewyork.com/nobodytoldme and use promo code 'nobodytoldme' to get 20% off with no minimum order. --> 'The Happiness Lab' Podcast: Yale's Dr. Laurie Santos shares surprising research and inspiring stories that will change the way you think about happiness. Listen to the new season on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or anywhere you listen to your favorite podcasts! --> Depression & Bipolar Support Alliance (DBSA): DBSA provides free support groups, wellness tools, and inspirational stories to guide you on your path to holistic mental health wellness. To learn more about how you can start conversations about mental health and suicide in your community, go to http://www.dbsalliance.org/suicide-prevention. --> 'Beauty Uncovered' Podcast: brought to you by Olaplex, this amazing weekly podcast centers on beauty, health, wellness and lifestyle, and offers ideas for new looks you can apply the same day! Available wherever you listen to podcasts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Joshua Prager: ...about the real lives behind Roe v. Wade

If you've ever been pregnant, you probably know (and appreciate!) our guest on this episode. Heidi Murkoff is the author of "What to Expect When You’re Expecting", which is the longest-running title of all time on The New York Times bestseller list and has sold more than 22 million copies in print.  Jan interviewed her in the late 80's when she was pregnant with her first daughter, Sarah, and considers her wisdom to have been instrumental in her pregnancy with her co-host, Laura! ****** Thanks to our sponsors of this episode! --> Aurate: we love this modern, minimalist, and affordable jewerly! They rarely run sales, so we're honored that they are offering one to our listeners! Go to http://www.auratenewyork.com/nobodytoldme and use promo code 'nobodytoldme' to get 20% off with no minimum order. --> 'The Happiness Lab' Podcast: Yale's Dr. Laurie Santos shares surprising research and inspiring stories that will change the way you think about happiness. Listen to the new season on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or anywhere you listen to your favorite podcasts! --> Depression & Bipolar Support Alliance (DBSA): DBSA provides free support groups, wellness tools, and inspirational stories to guide you on your path to holistic mental health wellness. To learn more about how you can start conversations about mental health and suicide in your community, go to http://www.dbsalliance.org/suicide-prevention. --> 'Beauty Uncovered' Podcast: brought to you by Olaplex, this amazing weekly podcast centers on beauty, health, wellness and lifestyle, and offers ideas for new looks you can apply the same day! Available wherever you listen to podcasts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Heidi Murkoff: ...what to expect when you're expecting

We are a mother-daughter duo and on today’s episode, we’re joined by a father-daughter duo, Dr. Drew Pinsky and his daughter, Paulina. Dr. Drew is a practicing internist and addiction medicine specialist in addition to being a New York Times bestselling author. You probably know him as a trusted source of relationship advice from his TV, radio and podcast appearances over the years. Dr. Drew’s daughter, Paulina, is a writer and educator who is the co-author of a great new book with her father. The book is called, It Doesn’t Have to Be Awkward: Dealing with Relationships, Consent, and Other Hard-to-Talk-About Stuff. ****** Thanks to our sponsors of this episode! --> O.R.G. Skincare: try their all-natural Mineral Peel Face and Mineral Peel Body sprays to exfoliate your skin, which makes for a great, even base for make up and spray tans. We love how they don't dry your skin; they hydrate it! Go to http://www.orgskincare.com/nobody to get 15% off your entire purchase. --> Depression & Bipolar Support Alliance (DBSA): DBSA provides free support groups, wellness tools, and inspirational stories to guide you on your path to holistic mental health wellness. To learn more about how you can start conversations about mental health and suicide in your community, go to http://www.dbsalliance.org/suicide-prevention. --> 'Beauty Uncovered' Podcast: brought to you by Olaplex, this amazing weekly podcast centers on beauty, health, wellness and lifestyle, and offers ideas for new looks you can apply the same day! Available wherever you listen to podcasts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Dr. Drew & Paulina Pinsky: ...that conversations about consent don't need to be awkward

Before the pandemic, it was estimated that 90% of the population was affected by some degree of anxiety. So, it’s not hard to believe that the percentage of anxiety sufferers is probably even higher than that right now. Our guest on this episode, neuroscientist Dr. Wendy Suzuki says anxiety is not only essential for our survival, it’s also a key component in living our best lives. Dr. Suzuki is the bestselling author of the book, Healthy Brain, Happy Life, and the new book, GOOD ANXIETY: Harnessing the Power of the Most Misunderstood Emotion. ****** Thanks to our sponsors of this episode! --> O.R.G. Skincare: try their all-natural Mineral Peel Face and Mineral Peel Body sprays to exfoliate your skin, which makes for a great, even base for make up and spray tans. We love how they don't dry your skin; they hydrate it! Go to http://www.orgskincare.com/nobody to get 15% off your entire purchase. --> Depression & Bipolar Support Alliance (DBSA): DBSA provides free support groups, wellness tools, and inspirational stories to guide you on your path to holistic mental health wellness. To learn more about how you can start conversations about mental health and suicide in your community, go to http://www.dbsalliance.org/suicide-prevention. --> Beauty Uncovered podcast: brought to you by Olaplex, this amazing weekly podcast centers on beauty, health, wellness and lifestyle, and offers ideas for new looks you can apply the same day! Available wherever you listen to podcasts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Dr. Wendy Suzuki: ...the gifts that come from anxiety

Many of us would like to have a healthier, more environmentally-friendly lifestyle, but don’t know where to start. We’d like to eliminate hidden toxins in our lives but the idea of going completely green seems overwhelming! Our guest on this episode, Tonya Harris, can help. Tonya is an award-winning environmental toxin specialist who is board-certified in Holistic Nutrition. Tonya is the author of the new book, The Slightly Greener Method: Detoxifying Your Home is Easier, Faster and Less Expensive Than You Think.  ﻿****** Thanks to our sponsors of this episode! --> O.R.G. Skincare: try their all-natural Mineral Peel Face and Mineral Peel Body sprays to exfoliate your skin, which makes for a great, even base for make up and spray tans. We love how they don't dry your skin; they hydrate it! Go to http://www.orgskincare.com/nobody to get 15% off your entire purchase. --> Depression & Bipolar Support Alliance (DBSA): DBSA provides free support groups, wellness tools, and inspirational stories to guide you on your path to holistic mental health wellness. To learn more about how you can start conversations about mental health and suicide in your community, go to http://www.dbsalliance.org/suicide-prevention. --> Beauty Uncovered podcast: brought to you by Olaplex, this amazing weekly podcast centers on beauty, health, wellness and lifestyle, and offers ideas for new looks you can apply the same day! Available wherever you listen to podcasts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Tonya Harris: ...that detoxifying your home is faster, cheaper, and easier that you'd think

Sure, everyone wants to talk about their successes, but how did they get there? What do inspirational people wish they had been told when they were starting out? "Nobody Told Me!" is a two-generational podcast hosted by legendary broadcaster, Jan Black, and her millennial daughter, Laura Owens. Together, they ask questions to learn what made these people into the motivational figures they are today. And how you can be one yourself.

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