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What is the manosphere? (And why teen boys get pulled in) - Part 2
You’ve probably heard the term “incel” or the name Andrew Tate, but do you know what the manosphere actually is or how it’s affecting teen boys? In part 2 of this series, Dr. Leonard Sax, author of Boys Adrift, breaks down how influencers reach boys online, why video games are so hard to put down, and how much gaming is too much. Includes what parents can do tonight. Mature topics. Part 2 of 2.
Why Teen Boys Are Falling Behind: Porn, AI Girlfriends, and How to Break Free - Part 1
AI apps have changed what teens can access and create, AI girlfriends are replacing real relationships, and pornography is more violet and addictive than ever before. In this interview, we explore what’s happening among teen boys and young men, why it’s more harmful than they often realize, and what boys and parents can do to break free.
How to Manage Stress Before Midterms and Finals
When midterms and finals roll around, many students find themselves in the “I’m so stressed” zone, feeling trapped by it and not sure what to do instead. In this solo episode, Leslie shares the thing nobody tells you about stress: it isn’t the cause of anything, it’s the result. Think of it as your body’s check engine light, letting you know something under the hood needs attention. Once you see that, you can stop fighting stress and start changing the things that feed it.
Is My Eating a Problem? Signs Every Teen Should Know
Ever wonder if your relationship with food is actually okay? In this episode, registered dietitian Jessica Setnick joins Leslie to talk about the early signs that eating has become more than just eating — the connection between stress and food, why body image gets distorted, and how to know when it's time to talk to someone. This one's for any teen or college student who's ever felt confused, guilty, or "off" about food.
Homesick at College? Here's What's Actually Normal
When you're a few weeks (or months) into college and suddenly hit with a wave of "wait, why do I feel so bad? Is this normal?" it might be helpful to know, it actually is normal. In this episode Leslie breaks down what's actually happening when the initial excitement of college fades. Why you might feel out of place or homesickness sets in, and why it's so much more common than it feels in the moment. Plus, three things you can do about it.
When Therapy Isn't Working, Try This Instead
Been going to therapy for months and still feel stuck? You're not alone — and it might not be you. In this episode, Dr. Stacey Krauss explains why weekly one-on-one therapy doesn't work for some teens and college students, how group therapy and higher-frequency care can actually move things faster, and how to speak up when sessions aren't landing. If you've ever thought "therapy just isn't for me," this one might change your mind.
How to Figure Out Who You Actually Want to Be
Four ways to stop thinking f "I need to do better," "I need to be more confident," "I need to get my life together" — this episode of the Healthy Teen Life podcast offers a different way in. Instead of chasing self-improvement from a place of not-good-enough, learn a simple, powerful reframe: asking who do I want to be instead of what do I need to fix.
How to Deal With a Roommate Problem (Without Losing Your Mind)
Dealing with roommate drama right now? You're not alone — 6 to 7 out of 10 college students go through some version of it. In this episode, I break down the 3 phases every roommate relationship hits (honeymoon, annoyance, and get-along-or-bust), the one communication shift that actually defuses conflict, and what to do if it's truly not working — RA, roommate agreement, or room change. Plus my own freshman year roommate story and what I wish I'd known sooner.
3 Simple Tools to Stop Feeling Overwhelmed, From a Nervous System Expert
Ever feel like your body goes into full panic mode over something small — and you can't figure out why? That's your nervous system talking. In this episode, Dr. Roseann Capanna-Hodge breaks down exactly what your nervous system does, why stress builds up like water filling a cup, and how to empty it before it overflows. We get into why some people bounce back from stress fast while others stay overwhelmed for hours, and Dr. Roseann shares three simple, science-backed tools you can use today.
Flow State 101: Why Multitasking Is Actually Sabotaging Your Focus
In this episode of the Healthy Teen Life podcast, Leslie talks to Laurie Smith, author of The Flow Habit, about how teens and college students can get into a flow state even when you have zero motivation. We explore her 4-step FEAL method (Focus, Engage, Equalize, Listen & Let Go), why perfectionism is on the rise in teens, and how flow can quiet that inner critic voice for good.
200 Episodes In — The Ones That Actually Changed How You Think
To celebrate hitting episode 200, this is a solo recap of the most-listened-to episodes in Healthy Teen Life history — everything from body image and resilience to procrastination, morning routines, and food mindset.
What Nobody Tells Freshmen About the First Semester of College
Getting to college is one thing. Thriving there is a completely different skill set, and most freshmen figure it out the hard way while they're also trying to keep up with huge lecture halls, new schedules, and an unfamiliar campus. This episode is the roadmap nobody puts in your orientation packet.
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