Am I Doing It Wrong?

There always comes a point in the day where we crave a little treat, a snack if you will. Whether it's a handful of nuts or some Flaming Hots, the call of the snack comes for us all. How can we approach snacking in a way that keeps us sated, but also isn’t a bad habit? Well, today Raj and Noah are joined by Dr. Maya Vadiveloo to chat through exactly that. Here’s to better snacking!Want to add to the conversation, or think you might be doing something wrong? Email us at [email protected].  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Mindfulness, yoga, mantras—even wellness apps! We hear about all these ways to center ourselves, especially in relation to the practice of meditation. But what is actually considered meditation? What benefits do we see from it? Raj and Noah chat with Dr. Rashmi Bismark, a preventive medicine physician with an expertise in public health and meditation, about all things meditation and how you can bring the practice into your life.Want to add to the conversation, or think you might be doing something wrong? Email us at [email protected]. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

What even is inflammation? That is a question you might be asking yourself as you read about anti-inflammatory supplements or hear about foods that can worsen inflammation. Today, Raj and Noah are joined by Dr. Tamiko Katsumoto, Clinical Associate Professor in the Division of Immunology and Rheumatology at Stanford University, to break down what exactly inflammation is, what it means for our bodies, and how we can improve our relationship with it.Want to add to the conversation, or think you might be doing something wrong? Email us at [email protected]. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

One of the simplest joys in life, at least for many of us (I’m looking at you dog haters), is having a pet companion to keep us company. But adopting a pet comes with a lot of responsibility (now I’m looking at you, irresponsible dog owners), and it can be hard to know where to start. Today, Raj and Noah sit down with Rachael Ziering, founding executive director of Muddy Paws Rescue, and special guest Earl—their largest foster dog ever at 162 pounds—to make sure we know everything and anything about pet adoption, before we bring a new furry friend into our homes.Update: Since we recorded this episode, Earl has been adopted!Want to add to the conversation, or think you might be doing something wrong? Email us at [email protected]. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Laundry piles, miscellaneous papers lying around, or even just items with nowhere to be put away—all these little things build up to what one might consider clutter. But is that clutter always bad? How is it impacting our mental health? Well, licensed marriage and family therapist turned interior designer, Anita Yokota, joins Raj and Noah to break down what clutter means to us, from simple messes to something attached to our psyche and well-being. And of course, how we can get a start decluttering in our own lives.Want to add to the conversation, or think you might be doing something wrong? Email us at [email protected]. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

When crafting a workout plan that works for you, it can be hard to even find a starting point, much less a consistent approach. Well, luckily for us all, Raj and Noah are joined by author, actress, and Peloton Instructor extraordinaire Tunde Oyeneyin to unpack working out and how we can incorporate consistent workouts into our busy lives.Want to add to the conversation, or think you might be doing something wrong? Email us at [email protected]. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The word sugar might make some of us react in fear when we see it on a food label, or maybe even confusion—Added sugars? Processed sugars? What does it all mean? Dietitian and cookbook author Maya Feller joins Raj and Noah to unpack all things sugar, from how much we should be consuming to what good and bad sugar really is.Want to add to the conversation, or think you might be doing something wrong? Email us at [email protected]. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The act of napping can be very polarizing. Some of us are nap people, and some of us aren’t, while others struggle to define what length of time even qualifies as a nap. Thankfully, so we can rest easy, Raj and Noah chat with napping expert and professor Dr. Sara Mednick, author of The Hidden Power of the Downstate, and demystify the world of naps.Want to add to the conversation, or think you might be doing something wrong? Email us at [email protected]. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this very special bonus episode of Am I Doing It Wrong? Raj and Noah are joined by Marielle Segarra, host of NPR’s Life Kit, to discuss advice giving. The three chat about sourcing good advice, the best advice they’ve been giving, and how they select topics for their respective shows. Tune in to get the best advice on advice giving!Want to add to the conversation, or think you might be doing something wrong? Email us at [email protected]: This episode contains a brief mention of sexual abuse. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Expressing gratitude is a way for us to connect as human beings—with each other, and with ourselves—but it might not always be as simple as saying thank you. Today, Raj and Noah chat with Yale professor and host of The Happiness Lab podcast, Dr. Laurie Santos, about how we can bring more gratitude into our lives and how it can benefit all of us for the better.Want to add to the conversation, or think you might be doing something wrong? Email us at [email protected]. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Green tea, soda, coffee, and energy drinks, oh my! How much do we really know about the caffeine we consume, and what it is doing to our bodies? Raj and Noah are here to investigate, with help from Dr. Marilyn Cornelis, associate professor at Northwestern, an expert on the genetics of coffee consumption and caffeine metabolism. Together, they take a look at what we do and don’t know about caffeine’s effects—both good and bad.Want to add to the conversation, or think you might be doing something wrong? Email us at [email protected]. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Sometimes it can feel like our emotions control us, our reactions, and even our lives. A little built-up anger, or overwhelming anxiety—it can all be a challenge to deal with in our day-to-day. Thankfully, one of our favorite guests, “the anger professor, ” aka psychologist and professor Dr. Ryan Martin, is back to help us talk through managing our emotions, big and small. He takes Raj and Noah through tips and tricks from his new book Emotion Hacks to help us master all that emotion.Want to add to the conversation, or think you might be doing something wrong? Email us at [email protected]. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

If you’re like us and have been hearing about the dangers of forever chemicals, you might also have the same questions we do: What are forever chemicals? Where do they come from? What are they doing to us? And is there anything we can do about them? To help us address these queries, Raj and Noah chat with Tasha Stoiber, senior scientist at the Environmental Working Group, about all things forever chemicals.Want to add to the conversation, or think you might be doing something wrong? Email us at [email protected]. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Ending a relationship can be a difficult decision, even if you know it is time to move on. Conflicting and confusing emotions can arise, whether you're the one doing the breaking up or the one being broken up with. Psychotherapist and sex therapist Shadeen Francis joins Raj and Noah to break down the breakup process, from when it might be time to end a relationship, to staying true to yourself in the process.Want to add to the conversation, or think you might be doing something wrong? Email us at [email protected]. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

When do I need to change my oil? How can I find a trustworthy mechanic? What does that mysterious noise my car is making mean? Car maintenance can be intimidating, especially for those of us not used to being in the car repair space. Today, Raj and Noah are joined by car expert Chaya Milchtein, author of Mechanic Shop Femme’s Guide to Car Ownership, who is here to help us become more comfortable with caring for our vehicles so we can stay safe, and they can last longer.Want to add to the conversation, or think you might be doing something wrong? Email us at [email protected]. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Memories, Memories… Some of us know how quickly they can slip away. From thinking back on our youth and only seeing a fuzzy past, to worrying about our memory failing in our future, what can we do to protect the memory we do have? Raj and Noah chat with Dr. Wendy Suzuki, NYU professor of Neural Science and Psychology and author of Healthy Brain, Happy Life, to address these concerns and learn what we should be doing to maintain our memory.Want to add to the conversation, or think you might be doing something wrong? Email us at [email protected]. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The mystery of what headaches are and what causes them is one that confounds many of us, including the experts. Luckily, Raj and Noah are here to take a look at what we do know about headaches and how to treat them, with neurology professor Dr. Christopher H. Gottschalk, who established the first headache medicine program at Yale. Want to add to the conversation, or think you might be doing something wrong? Email us at [email protected].  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Want to improve your style on a budget? Finding yourself overwhelmed every time you walk into a thrift store? Luckily, Emily Ruane, managing editor of HuffPost Shopping, is here to help guide you through a successful thrifting experience. Emily joins Raj and Noah to chat about all things thrifting, from where to shop to how to donate your own clothes.Want to add to the conversation, or think you might be doing something wrong? Email us at [email protected]. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Are you already struggling to keep up with your New Year’s Resolutions? Or do you struggle to add new habits to your routine? This week, Raj and Noah take a look at how we form new habits and how we can make them easier to add to our daily lives, with Wendy Wood, behavioral scientist and author of Good Habits, Bad Habits: The Science of Making Positive Changes Stick.Want to add to the conversation, or think you might be doing something wrong? Email us at [email protected]. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Why is everyone suddenly obsessed with protein? From shakes and bars to high-protein everything, it can feel impossible to know whether you’re fueling your body or overdoing it. This week, Raj and Noah dive into the protein craze with Elizabeth Dunn, a James Beard Award-winning journalist and co-writer of the Substack Consumed, which is all about helping people navigate the complexities of being an eater in the 21st century. Together, they unpack how much protein we actually need, how to tell if you’re getting too little (or too much), and the smartest ways to get protein in everyday life.Want to add to the conversation, or think you might be doing something wrong? Email us at [email protected].  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Welcome to Season 3 of Am I Doing it Wrong? We hope you join us as we strive to find ways to live every day a little better.Struggling to make new friends as an adult? Trying to fight our so-called loneliness epidemic? Join us as we kick off a new season of Am I Doing it Wrong? and wade into the world of adult friendship, and building them to last. This week Raj and Noah welcome psychologist, professor, and author of the book Platonic: How the science of attachment can help you make — and keep — friends, Dr. Marisa G. Franco to chat about how we can continue to make new friends, even as we grow older.Want to add to the conversation, or think you might be doing something wrong? Email us at [email protected]. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Am I Doing It Wrong? — the hit conversation show that explores the all-too-human anxieties we have about trying to get our lives right — is coming back for its third season. Each week hosts Raj Punjabi-Johnson and Noah Michelson will once again enlist experts and guests with big opinions to debate and strategize the best ways to wrangle everything that’s constantly thrown at us, but they've got a slew of hot new topics to tackle. From tips on making friends as an adult to decoding the hype around protein to learning how to hack our emotions, by the end of each episode, you'll be wiser, less worried, and more equipped to do every day a little better.New episodes drop every Thursday starting January 1st.Want to add to the conversation, or think you might be doing something wrong? Email us at [email protected].  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week Raj and Noah welcome neurologist Dr. Ellen to talk all the epidemic of loneliness, how to combat it, and make the quality connections that sustain a healthy and connected life.Want to add to the conversation, or think you might be doing something wrong? Email us at [email protected]. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Scarecrow's not the only one that knows the importance of having a brain! This week Raj and Noah welcome neurologist Dr. Reeta Achari to talk all how brains are like hard drives, if we actually need supplements, and how a healthy brain is connected to a healthy body.Want to add to the conversation, or think you might be doing something wrong? Email us at [email protected]. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week Raj and Noah welcome dermatologist Dr. Kunal Malik to talk all about skincare, the wisdom of pimple patches, and what pillowcases have to do with acne.Want to add to the conversation, or think you might be doing something wrong? Email us at [email protected]. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week Raj and Noah welcome author and meal prep wizard Kevin Curry to talk all and how to portion out your food for the week, tune into your nutrition goals, and prep better meals for a better life.Want to add to the conversation, or think you might be doing something wrong? Email us at [email protected]. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week Raj and Noah welcome licensed Marriage & Family Therapist. Dr. Esther Boykin to talk all about the difference between forgiving and reconciling, the necessity of apologies, and all the dimensions of the value we call forgiveness.Want to add to the conversation, or think you might be doing something wrong? Email us at [email protected]. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Hear us out! An inevitable part of aging is the dulling of our senses, but how do we deal with the most important one? (At least as far as podcasts go!) This week Raj and Noah welcome audiologist Dr. Craig Kasper to talk all about navigating loud cities, proper ear-care, and the perfect headphone volume for long-term aural health.Want to add to the conversation, or think you might be doing something wrong? Email us at [email protected]. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week Noah and Raj welcome Dr. Sherwin Parikh to talk all about injectables -- the different types, their uses, the stigma and the risks.Want to add to the conversation, or think you might be doing something wrong? Email us at [email protected]. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Happy Holidays from Am I Doing It Wrong! In light of the wonderful season we wanted to re-share one of our favorite episodes from this year.We've all experienced transcendent moments in our lives, but is there a science to explain why? This week Noah and Raj welcome Dacher Keltner, a professor from U.C. Berkley, consultant on the Pixar film Inside Out, and a full-time wonder researcher, to talk about how to see our lives through the lens of awe and wonder.Want to add to the conversation, or think you might be doing something wrong? Email us at [email protected]. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We've already done a whole episode about how to train and treat our pups well, but there's so much more to say. This week Raj and Noah welcome back Dr. Emily Levine to talk all about how to deal with separation anxiety, how to cater to your dog's specific personality, and how to reward your dog's good behavior.Want to add to the conversation, or think you might be doing something wrong? Email us at [email protected]. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The holidays are here and it's peak shopping season. How do we buy everything we need for others (and...probably mostly for ourselves) without breaking the bank? This week Raj and Noah welcome back HuffPost editor Emily Ruane to talk about how to buy smarter, use right research, and how to spot scam merchandise from a mile awayWant to add to the conversation, or think you might be doing something wrong? Email us at [email protected]. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

It’s cuffing season and one of the central questions remains; how do we do dating right in 2024?? This week Raj and Noah welcome back Dr. Jennie Young to talk all about The Burn Haystack Method of dating, best opening message practices, and how to respect and hold boundaries on the apps.Want to add to the conversation, or think you might be doing something wrong? Email us at [email protected]. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Used or new? Gas or electric? Car shopping has gotten more confusing than ever, especially post-pandemic. How does someone cut through the nonsense to find the right vehicle for the right price? This week Raj and Noah welcome journalist Jessica Caldwell to talk about all about how to negotiate, navigating financing, and how best to get out of the dealership and get onto the road!Want to add to the conversation, or think you might be doing something wrong? Email us at [email protected]. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Online scams have doubled in the last five years, so how do keep ourselves safe? This week Raj and Noah welcome author and professional hacker Jeremiah Baker on how to protect ourselves and practice good cybersecurity hygiene.Want to add to the conversation, or think you might be doing something wrong? Email us at [email protected]. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

There's so much conflicting information about what we're supposed to eat when we wake up, how do we make sense of it? This week Raj and Noah welcome dietician and author Lisa Moskovitz to through all the important things about the (allegedly) most important meal of the day!Want to add to the conversation, or think you might be doing something wrong? Email us at [email protected]. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

How do we deal grief? This week Noah and special guest co-host Lindsay Holmes welcome Dr. Katherine Shear, a professor at Columbia University, to talk us through how to accept grief, how to talk about it, and how NOT to try to make it feel better.Want to add to the conversation, or think you might be doing something wrong? Email us at [email protected]. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Unfortunately, the day comes for us all when we need to use a public restroom. But how do we protect ourselves from all the horrors that may lay within? This week Raj and Noah welcome back Jason Tetro (The Germ Guy!) to talk toilet seat strategies, how to handle handles, and how to wash your hands for ultimate bathroom protectionWant to add to the conversation, or think you might be doing something wrong? Email us at [email protected]. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

It turns out that having good health is more than skin deep! Skin cancer is one of the most common forms of cancer, so how do we avoid it? This week Raj and Noah welcome back Dr. Anthony Rossi, a dermatologist at Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center, to talk us through SPF care, preventable treatment routines, and how to take care of our skin so it takes care of us.Want to add to the conversation, or think you might be doing something wrong? Email us at [email protected]. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Most of us love to shop but few of us are actually taking the time to spend right, leaving so many points and perks on the table. This week Raj and Noah welcome The Points Guy himself, Brian Kelly, to talk us through the which cards have the most to offer, making the most of purchase protection, and how to spend right AND save right at the same time.Want to add to the conversation, or think you might be doing something wrong? Email us at [email protected]. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We're here to learn how to keep our posteriors healthy, no if's and's or...well you know the rest. This week Raj and Noah welcome back surgeon Dr. Evan Goldstein to walk us through best practices for keeping our most sensitive areas clean, strong, and maintaining hole-istic health.Want to add to the conversation, or think you might be doing something wrong? Email us at [email protected]. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Are you perspiring too much? Hey, don't sweat it! This week Raj and Noah welcome back dermatologist Dr. Divya Shokeen to walk us through, whether or not we actually sweat our toxins out, best deodorants, and how to calibrate your hydration to perspiration ratio.Want to add to the conversation, or think you might be doing something wrong? Email us at [email protected]. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Maybe you've finally saved up for your vacation to Disneyland but you have no idea how to navigate the wonderful world of Disney. Well you're in luck! This week Raj and Noah welcome Disney expert and content creator Mouselet 1 to walk us through the secrets of the park, best practices for not waiting in line, and how to get the most out of the Magical Kingdom of Disneyworld / Disneyland.Want to add to the conversation, or think you might be doing something wrong? Email us at [email protected]. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Don't panic! Easier said than done, right? This week Raj and Noah welcome author and psychologist Charles Schaeffer to talk us through what do to when we feel panic attacks coming on, how to create lifestyle habits that mitigate panic, and how to feel our feelings and then manage them well.Want to add to the conversation, or think you might be doing something wrong? Email us at [email protected]. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Let's plant our feet on soiled ground and grow together! This week Raj and Noah welcome author of Good Things Maryah Greene, to talk through getting the right plants for your space, green thumbs vs green brains, and the true value of talking to your greenery.Want to add to the conversation, or think you might be doing something wrong? Email us at [email protected]. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Fasten your seatbelts and get ready to board! This week Raj and Noah welcome back HuffPost senior writer Caroline Bologna to talk us through how best to spend our time at the airport for minimum stress and maximum efficiency including TSA hacks, check-in tips, and whether the pre-check services are worth it.Want to add to the conversation, or think you might be doing something wrong? Email us at [email protected]. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Can we have a healthy, balanced relationship with our marijuana intake that fits into our lifestyle we want it to? Yes weed can! This week Raj and Noah welcome Krishna Andavolu, journalist and host of Weediquette, to talk through what to do if you get too high, how different the different strains really are, and how to adapt to all the new norms of marijuana.Want to add to the conversation, or think you might be doing something wrong? Email us at [email protected]. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We're taking a quick break but we'll be back next week! In the meantime, we wanted to share an episode you might've missed before!------Taking care of your teeth is tricky. If you asked a random person how they deal with their dental health, their answer is likely to contain some mixture of confusion, shame and anxiety. It can be hard to even know if you're doing what you're supposed to. This week, Raj and Noah welcome Dr. Stephanie Dumanian, owner of Park Lex 60 Dental and has worked with celebrities, pro athletes and models, to find out how we’re all doing dental care wrong and how we can do it better.Want to add to the conversation, or think you might be doing something wrong? Email us at [email protected]. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The eyes have it! This week Raj and Noah see what they can see and welcome ophthalmologist Dr. Amanda Redfern to talk about all about our vision and the real effect screen time can have on our sight, whether glasses are inevitable, and teach us the 20/20/20 rule.Want to add to the conversation, or think you might be doing something wrong? Email us at [email protected]. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Blood pressure this, cholesterol that, already we're talking about some confusing matters of the heart. How do we make sense of it all? This week Raj and Noah welcome cardiologist Dr. Guilly Rebagay to talk about the value of exercise, lifestyle decisions, and all the things we can do to help get our hearts right.Want to add to the conversation, or think you might be doing something wrong? Email us at [email protected]. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.