Magic Pill Podcast
1) Magic Pill introduces Violation, a new podcast about who pulls the levers of power in the justice system
We want to share a first listen of a new podcast we're working on at WBUR. Violation tells the story of two families bound together by an unthinkable crime. It explores America's opaque parole syst...Show More
2) Magic Pill, Episode #21: Where Do We Go From Here?
In our final episode we lift the curtain a bit and talk about what motivates "lifestyle medicine" doctors like host Eddie Phillips, and offer resources for how to continue on your fitness journey.
3) Magic Pill, Episode #20: Looking Good Naked
Today's episode of Magic Pill is totally superficial: it's not about how we feel, it's about how we look.
4) Magic Pill, Episode #19: What Does Beethoven’s 5th Have To Do With Walking?
New ideas are likelier to occur to us when we're moving than when we're not. We take a look at Beethoven's daily routine as an example.
Magic Pill, Episode #19: What Does Beethoven’s 5th Have To Do With Walking?
07:45 | Sep 14th, 2016
5) Magic Pill, Episode #18: Time For A Game Of 'Fitness Fact Or Fiction'
We take a small step towards combating all the the fitness misinformation that's floating around out there.
6) Magic Pill, Episode #17: Location, Location, Location: It Can Impact Your Exercise Habits Too
What do you do if where you live and work gets in the way of moving more? From biking to walking groups and other special programs, we look at ways to get around those barriers.
7) Magic Pill, Episode #16: Fighting Fear Of Death, Disease And Decrepitude
Fear -- of death, pain, disease -- isn't the best motivator. But for a lot of us, it's what keeps us committed to exercise.
8) Magic Pill, Episode #15: Pokemon Go And Beyond – It's Playtime
It's a whole lot easier to exercise if it's fun. We look at how the meaning physical activity changes as you age and how to reclaim the fun.
9) Magic Pill, Episode #14: How Exercise Can Help Manage Pain
From endometriosis to fibromyalgia to arthritis, exercise has been shown to help with all sorts of pain conditions -- and may even help increase pain tolerance.
10) Magic Pill, Episode #13: The Playground Workout: Getting Exercise Wherever You Can
The playground workout is part of the "lifestyle exercise" concept of fitting exercise into your life where and when you can.
Magic Pill, Episode #13: The Playground Workout: Getting Exercise Wherever You Can
06:49 | Sep 12th, 2016