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Effects of Binge Drinking
From: The humble Farmer
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Young people who binge could be risking serious damage to their brains

Bought by Robin Hood Radio/ WHDD AM 1020/FM 91.9-WLHV FM 88.1 /WGHQ AM 920 and Robin Hood Radio/ WHDD AM 1020/FM 91.9-WLHV FM 88.1 /WGHQ AM 920


  • Added: Mar 16, 2008
  • Length: 01:06
  • Purchases: 2
This I Believe - Barbara Held
From: This I Believe
Series: This I Believe
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Psychologist Barbara Held of Maine believes a little kvetching makes for a better outlook on life.

Bought by WEZU, WEZU, and WCAI / WNAN Cape & Islands, Mass.


  • Added: Mar 14, 2008
  • Length: 04:14
  • Purchases: 3
Luck
From: Sarah Neal (Neal-Estes)
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There's bad luck, luck of the Irish, and the luckiest day of my life, when I was hit in the head with a truck.

  • Added: Mar 14, 2008
  • Length: 04:04
Still Talking About Sex
From: Making Contact
Series: Making Contact
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The first African American U.S. Surgeon General, Joycelyn Elders, remains an outspoken advocate for health related policies. This is a speech given...

  • Added: Feb 04, 2008
  • Length: 29:00
Remembrance
From: Muriel Murch
Series: Letter From A. Broad
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Remembrance of a friend and learning about Japanese funeral rites

Bought by KWMR


  • Added: Jan 31, 2008
  • Length: 08:52
  • Purchases: 1
Happy 40th Bday. Now it's time for your colonoscopy
From: Wally Nichols
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One Man's Humorous Reconciliation With The Dreaded Mid Life Exam

  • Added: Jan 22, 2008
  • Length: 03:47
Becoming the local food supply: a chef turns dairy farmer
From: With Good Reason
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A chef reflects on what led her to stop talking about the benefits of local food supply and become a part of it instead.

  • Added: Dec 14, 2007
  • Length: 03:30
This I Believe - Bob Barret
From: This I Believe
Series: This I Believe
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Bob Barret believes in integrity -- even when it meant choosing to tell his wife and children he's gay.

Bought by WEZU, WEZU, and WCAI / WNAN Cape & Islands, Mass.


  • Added: Dec 13, 2007
  • Length: 05:39
  • Purchases: 3
This I Believe - Joel Schmidt
From: This I Believe
Series: This I Believe
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Treating wounded veterans has taught psychologist Joel Schmidt the resilience of the human spirit.

Bought by WTIP, KMXT, WEZU, WEZU, Interfaith Voices and more


  • Added: Nov 21, 2007
  • Length: 03:35
  • Purchases: 8
KERA Commentary: Breast Cancer
From: KERA
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Maintaining a positive attitude amid struggling with breast cancer

Bought by WAMC Northeast Public Radio


  • Added: Nov 20, 2007
  • Length: 03:12
  • Purchases: 1
Lester and the Art of Mindfulness
From: Ted Magnuson
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A fun encounter with a former Budhist monk

  • Added: Nov 19, 2007
  • Length: 10:48
This I Believe - Robert Fulghum
From: This I Believe
Series: This I Believe
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Seattle writer and minister Robert Fulghum believes learning to tango is the perfect way to age gracefully.

Bought by WEZU, WCAI / WNAN Cape & Islands, Mass., WCAI / WNAN Cape & Islands, Mass., WEZU, KUOW and more


  • Added: Oct 30, 2007
  • Length: 04:08
  • Purchases: 9
Becoming Interesting
From: Judah Bruce Leblang
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A first person essay about dealing with illness and middle-age

  • Added: Oct 21, 2007
  • Length: 05:21
Necessary Losses
From: Judah Bruce Leblang
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A short first person essay about losing my hearing

Bought by PRX to iTunes


  • Added: Oct 21, 2007
  • Length: 05:36
  • Purchases: 1
BP
From: David Berner
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Taking blood pressure measurements becomes a family tradition in mortality.

Bought by The PRX Podcast


  • Added: Sep 02, 2007
  • Length: 07:01
  • Purchases: 1
"The Joe & Lorie Healthy Living Special" (hour 1)
From: Joe Bevilacqua
Series: Joe Bevilacqua Documentaries
Caption: Husband wife Joe Bevilacqua & Lorie Kellogg explore healthy living in the Catskills., Credit: The Kingston Freeman
First of two hours about small business owners promoting healthy lifestyles.

Bought by KUT-HD, Robin Hood Radio/ WHDD AM 1020/FM 91.9-WLHV FM 88.1 /WGHQ AM 920, and Public Interactive


  • Added: Aug 25, 2007
  • Length: 01:00:09
  • Purchases: 3
This I Believe - Lisa Sandin
From: This I Believe
Series: This I Believe
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Michigan listener Lisa Sandin believes she is more than her body -- and more than her birth defect.

Bought by WEZU, WEZU, and KJZZ


  • Added: Aug 24, 2007
  • Length: 04:22
  • Purchases: 3
The cat that predicts death. Ew.
From: Merle Kessler
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The cat that predicts death kind of creeps Ian out.

  • Added: Aug 17, 2007
  • Length: 01:45
Porn again
From: Merle Kessler
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New study reveals Christians are into porn. Ian has doubts.

Bought by KFCF FM


  • Added: Aug 17, 2007
  • Length: 01:57
  • Purchases: 1
Cheez
From: Merle Kessler
Caption: PRX default Piece image
A tribute to the foodlike substances of my youth.

  • Added: Aug 17, 2007
  • Length: 01:53
This I Believe - Jeffrey Hollender
From: This I Believe
Series: This I Believe
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Vermont businessman Jeffrey Hollender believes being present isn't easy but it is the best way to live life.

Bought by WEZU, WEZU, and KJZZ


  • Added: Jul 11, 2007
  • Length: 02:59
  • Purchases: 3
This I Believe - Mary Chapin Carpenter
From: This I Believe
Series: This I Believe
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Singer-songwriter Mary Chapin Carpenter believes in valuing the simple blessings each day brings.

Bought by KUFM - Montana Public Radio, WEZU, WEZU, KJZZ, and WMRA


  • Added: Jul 02, 2007
  • Length: 03:53
  • Purchases: 5
Healing in the Cards
From: David Kates
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David Kates seeks healing for a small business and himself.

Bought by KCMJ Community Radio


  • Added: Jun 14, 2007
  • Length: 03:03
  • Purchases: 1
Adventures in Genetic Testing
From: Neille Ilel
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A story about facing your fate, and your mother.

Bought by WAMC Northeast Public Radio and KFAI Minneapolis


  • Added: Jun 13, 2007
  • Length: 05:37
  • Purchases: 2
This I Believe - Isabel Legarda
From: This I Believe
Series: This I Believe
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Massachusetts anesthesiologist Isabel Legarda believes every person and every breath is precious.

Bought by WEZU, WEZU, and KJZZ


  • Added: May 29, 2007
  • Length: 03:43
  • Purchases: 3