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5 tips to help you poop better

Think you know how to go No. 2? Think again. Dr. Trisha Pasricha, author of the new book You’ve Been Pooping All Wrong: How to Make Your Bowel Movements a Joy, shares common bathroom practices she wishes would go away — like holding your poop — and tips on how to reduce strain on ... Show More

23m 24s

May 7

Unsure which retirement account to choose? We have some tips

Retirement accounts are not just a vehicle to let your money grow over time for when you're ready to stop working. They're also a tax shelter. In this episode, we talk about how much you can expect to save in taxes, the difference between pre-tax and post-tax accounts, and how to ... Show More

11m 9s

May 5

Going beyond 'sorry for your loss' when a friend is grieving

When a friend's loved one has died, what do you do? Send flowers? Condolences? Distract them? It can be hard to know how to support a grieving friend. You want to be there for them, but you also know there's not much you can do to heal their pain. This episode, reporter Julia Fur ... Show More

21m 13s

Dec 2024

5 ways to cut back your spending

As we enter a period of high personal spending, here are 5 tips from past Life Kit experts on how to save money during the holidays and year-round. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for sponsorship and to manage your podcast sponsor ... Show More

16m 30s

May 2023

Save money on groceries

Groceries aren't cheap but there are ways beyond just looking for sales to make budget meals. To help cut down your grocery bill, we have practical tips for saving money on the food you cook at home.See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data ... Show More

17m 26s

Nov 2024

Prepping for the Holidays: Planning Social Calendar, Black Friday Shopping Tips, & Gift Guide

On today’s solo episode I am talking all things holiday prep! This time of year always seems to approach much sooner than we are ready for but today I’m sharing what I do to stay ahead. The holidays are full of parties and gatherings and I get into how I plan out my social cal ... Show More

35m 44s

Dec 2024

2813: 5 Simple Ways To Reduce Food Waste by Gina Ciolkosz with A Brighter Wild on Sustainable Nutrition

Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com. Episode 2813: Gina Ciolkosz shares five simple yet impactful strategies to minimize food waste, save money, and support sustainabil ... Show More

8m 51s

May 2023

Small steps to live your best sustainable life

A lot of us question how much we can minimize our carbon footprint in our day-to-day lives. Should we go vegan? Recycle more? Or just never fly again?  <span style="background-color: ... Show More

21m 11s

May 2024

Sustainable Period Products

Lots of different types of period products claim to be eco friendly, from menstrual cups to period pants and reusable pads. But how do their environmental credentials stack up? That's what listener Sam wants to know - and she's not the only one asking about not just the impact of ... Show More

26m 34s

Sep 2024

3 Tips for Building Habits That Stick

In this episode, Marissa Hyatt explores one of her favorite topics—habits! If you've struggled to make new habits stick, this episode is for you. Marissa walks through three actionable strategies to help you create habits that last. Whether you’re working on fitness, productiv ... Show More

16m 42s

Nov 2024

Food Waste Is Killing Your Budget (Learn the Tricks to Save Big) with Teralyn Pilgrim

Let’s be real: food waste is costing you—big time. If you’re tossing leftovers or ignoring those limp veggies in the back of the fridge, you’re practically throwing money in the trash. In this episode, I sit down with Teralyn Pilgrim, a zero food waste wizard, to uncover how we c ... Show More

40m 15s

May 2025

Financially Inclined: Going green with your money

Hey Smarties! Make Me Smart is taking a short break while Kimberly and Reema cook up something good for you! In the meantime, we’re bringing you an episode from “Financially Inclined” a podcast from Marketplace that helps families learn more about money. It turns out where you pa ... Show More

12m 50s

Dec 2023

Jingle Bells, High Cost Of Living Smells!

Merry Christmas angels! It's the Friday before Christmas and all through the SOTM house...we are celebrating your money wins, looking at some broke tips, and the gals answer a Money Dilemma about how to best funnel your savings. PLUS, you slid into our DMs about that family membe ... Show More

37m 47s

How to shop for sustainable holiday gift...