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Life Kit

Life Kit

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Everyone needs a little help being a human. From sleep to saving money to parenting and more, host Marielle Segarra talks to experts to get the best advice out there. Life Kit is here to help you get it together.

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Episodes
  • Summer fun that doesn't break the budget

    Summer fun that doesn't break the budget
    Jul 14 2026
    Wondering how to have fun this summer without spending a fortune? All you need is a little creativity. Go on a "penny date." Throw a movie marathon party. Swap houses with a friend. With a little imagination, you can bring delight and joy — at a low cost — to your sunny days ahead. This episode originally aired Aug. 1, 2023.

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    12 mins
  • A financial planner's advice for spending without guilt

    A financial planner's advice for spending without guilt
    Jul 13 2026
    Whether you're feeling guilty about overspending or guilty about not spending enough, shame around money can get in the way of your goals. In this episode, Marielle Segarra talks with certified financial planner Lauryn Williams about how to address financial guilt and align your spending with your values.

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    23 mins
  • Want to get pregnant? There’s more to it than you think

    Want to get pregnant? There’s more to it than you think
    Jul 9 2026
    Whether you’re ready to become pregnant today or thinking about the future, there’s a lot to learn about your fertility. In this episode, a reproductive endocrinologist and a reproductive psychiatrist walk through the basic factors that contribute to your ability to get pregnant — and explain the best ways to get your timing right.

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    26 mins
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