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Recent Episodes

In this episode, “Muffin Top,” we debunk some dieting myths and explore strategies to help nudge your weight loss along, or at least make you feel better about your body. With hosts Carey Goldberg and Rachel Zimmerman of WBUR’s CommonHealth blog.

26 MIN

Teenage Zombies

Carey and Rachel are back for the summer with The Checkup: Greatest Hits Edition! In this episode, “Teenage Zombies,” we explore three ways in which the adolescent mind is radically different from yours and mine.Do you beg your teenager...

25 MIN

The Checkup: High Anxiety

This installment explores the deep, dark, intimate world of anxiety—one of the most common mental health conditions in the U.S.

25 MIN

The Checkup: Sexual Reality Check

From WBUR and Slate, the solidly reported and also somewhat opinionated take on health news for you and your family. This installment dives into the world of sex, including sexual myths, a study about penis size, and the possibility of great sex after 70.

21 MIN

The Checkup: Scary Food Stories

If you missed the second season of WBUR's health podcast, catch up during your summer vacation

18 MIN