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Am I Doing It Wrong?

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Am I Doing It Wrong? explores the all-too-human anxieties we have about trying to get our lives right. Every week hosts Raj Punjabi-Johnson and Noah Michelson choose a different topic – from saying sorry to casual hookups to fighting climate change – and enlist experts and guests with big opinions to debate and strategize the best ways to tackle everything that’s constantly thrown at us. By the end of each episode, you’ll be wiser, less worried and more equipped to do every day a little better.

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Episodes

The Truth About Loneliness

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 amidoingitwrong@huffpost.com . Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information....

Feb 13, 202542 min

Secrets For A Healthy Brain

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 amidoingitwrong@huffpost.com . Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information....

Feb 06, 202542 min

How To Zap Zits, Pummel Pimples And Keep Your Skin Clear

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 amidoingitwrong@huffpost.com . Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information....

Jan 30, 202545 min

Meal Prepping Secrets That Can Save You Time And Money

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 amidoingitwrong@huffpost.com . Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information....

Jan 23, 202543 min

How Forgiveness Actually Works — And When Not To Do It

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 amidoingitwrong@huffpost.com . Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information....

Jan 16, 202543 min

How To Prevent Hearing Loss

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 amidoingitwrong@huffpost.com . Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/priva...

Jan 09, 202544 min

The Truth About Injectables

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 amidoingitwrong@huffpost.com . Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information....

Jan 01, 202543 min

Re-Issue: Living In Awe and Wonder

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 t...

Dec 26, 202440 min

More Secrets To Making Your Doggy Happy

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 amidoingitwrong@huffpost.com . Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information....

Dec 19, 202443 min

Bargain Shopping Secrets

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 away Want to add to the conversation, or think you might be doing something wrong? Email us at amidoingitwrong@huffpost.com . Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more i...

Dec 12, 202437 min

Game Changing Online Dating Do's And Don'ts

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 amidoingitwrong@huffpost.com . Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information....

Dec 05, 202443 min

How To Make Buying A Car Less Miserable

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 amidoingitwrong@huffpost.co...

Nov 28, 202443 min

A Hacker's Guide To Staying Safe From Scams

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 amidoingitwrong@huffpost.com . Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information....

Nov 21, 202443 min

Life-Changing Breakfast Secrets

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 amidoingitwrong@huffpost.com . Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information....

Nov 14, 202444 min

Understanding Grief

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 amidoingitwrong@huffpost.com . Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information....

Nov 07, 202447 min

Surviving A Trip To A Public Restroom

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 protection Want to add to the conversation, or think you might be doing something wrong? Email us at amidoingitwrong@huffpost.com . Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more...

Oct 31, 202445 min

How To Prevent Skin Cancer

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 amidoingitwrong@huffpost.com . Hosted o...

Oct 24, 202447 min

How to Hack Your Credit Card Perks

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 amidoingitwrong@huffpost.com . Hosted on Acast. See acast...

Oct 17, 202444 min

Keeping Your Butt Healthy

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 amidoingitwrong@huffpost.com . Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information....

Oct 10, 202445 min

Everything You Never Knew About Sweat

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 amidoingitwrong@huffpost.com . Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information....

Oct 03, 202446 min

Disney World Secrets

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 amidoingitwrong@huf...

Sep 26, 202441 min

How To Stop Panic In Its Tracks

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 amidoingitwrong@huffpost.com . Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information....

Sep 19, 202437 min

How To Keep Your Houseplants Happy

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 amidoingitwrong@huffpost.com . Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information....

Sep 12, 202441 min

How To Do The Airport Better

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 amidoingitwrong@huffpost.com . Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information....

Sep 05, 202443 min

A New Look At Weed

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 amidoingitwrong@huffpost.com . Hosted on Acast. ...

Aug 29, 202439 min

RE-ISSUE: Secrets from a Celebrity Dentist with Dr. Stephanie Dumanian

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 cel...

Aug 22, 202437 min

The Do's and Don'ts for Healthy Eyes with Dr. Amanda Redfern

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 amidoingitwrong@huffpost.com . Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information....

Aug 15, 202444 min

Surprising Tips for a Healthy Heart with Dr. Guilly Rebagay

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 amidoingitwrong@huffpost.com . Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information....

Aug 08, 202436 min

How To Eat More Vegetables Without Suffering with Priyanka Naik

Look, we KNOW! It feels like a drag to eat veggies and incorporate them well into your diet, is there a way to do it that doesn't feel bad? This week Raj and Noah welcome author and vegan chef Priyanka Naik to talk us through best practices for protein intake, living a life of sustainability, and the best ways to thrive within a plant-forward diet. Want to add to the conversation, or think you might be doing something wrong? Email us at amidoingitwrong@huffpost.com . Hosted on Acast. See acast.c...

Aug 01, 202445 min

Rethinking How We Argue with Adriana Alejandre

Let's get ready to rumble! Respectfully and gently! This week Raj and Noah welcome Adriana Alejandre, trauma therapist and founder of Latinx Therapy to talk us through best practices for conflict resolution, the way non-verbal communication affects us, and the most effective ways to disagree with those you love. Want to add to the conversation, or think you might be doing something wrong? Email us at amidoingitwrong@huffpost.com . Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information....

Jul 25, 202443 min