What Would Your Mother Say?
On "What Would Your Mother Say," mothers and college students talk frankly about campus life. Hosted by award-winning reporter Susan Morris, the program covers everything from hooking up and breaking up to the subtleties of social life on a college campus. Guests include authors, pundits, and professors. Shows may cover topics not recommended for younger listeners.
- Update frequency
- every day
- Average duration
- 53 minutes
- Episodes
- 25
- Years Active
- 2009
WWYMS Episode 141: Monogamy and Men
Monogamy is not a natural state, says author Hannah Holmes. Then the panel looks at emotional abuse and how it takes its toll. Listeners ask about alpha males and what's the best response by other …
00:55:52 |
Mon 31 Aug 2009
WWYMS Episode 139: Career Counseling; Opinions on Porn
Straight talk from career counselor Lindsay Pollack about making a two-year plan. Then, the WWYMS Roving Reporter brings in some opinions on porn.
Guest: Lindsay Pollack, "Getting from College to Ca…
Guest: Lindsay Pollack, "Getting from College to Ca…
00:53:57 |
Mon 31 Aug 2009
WWYMS Episode 137: Jealousy Through the Ages; Commitment Fears
The panelists discuss the physical and emotional effects of jealousy. Does age lessen the intensity of those feelings? Then, a discussion on a fear of commitment, losing independence, and the cost …
00:56:37 |
Mon 31 Aug 2009
WWYMS Episode 128: Porn Again? And Various Topics
The panel disagrees whether porn is an acceptable outlet. Then, different perceptions of cheating by men and women; binge drinking; returning home from college.
Duration: 51:33 File Type: Mp3 64…
Duration: 51:33 File Type: Mp3 64…
00:51:33 |
Mon 31 Aug 2009
WWYMS Episode 127: Don't Blame Me, Blame My Libido!
Behavioral economist Dan Ariely talks about the powerful impact sexual desire has on decision-making. Then, the panelists address listeners' questions about manicures and pedicures.
Guest: Dan Ariel…
Guest: Dan Ariel…
00:58:19 |
Mon 31 Aug 2009
WWYMS Episode 125: This Is Your Brain on Drugs...and Love
It takes decades of drug and alcohol use to kill brain cells, according to neuroscientist Sam Wang, author of "Welcome to the Brain." Wang also describes how being in love affects the brain. The pa…
00:55:41 |
Mon 31 Aug 2009
WWYMS Episode 123: Close Encounters; Oh Jealousy
Advice columnist Harlan Cohen discusses dealing with difficult roommates. Students compare notes on being up close and personal with the opposite sex in the dorms. WWYMS's Roving Reporter beings in…
00:56:37 |
Mon 31 Aug 2009
WWYMS Episode 122: Kiss and Tell
The student panelists say a kiss is not a tease. But can you kiss too many people in a month? Also, a conversation about whether a "cheating gene" seems plausible. Also, an update on "cuddle parti…
00:57:18 |
Mon 31 Aug 2009
WWYMS Episode 118: Old-Fashioned Budgets
"Old people" have budgets...young people have cash flow analysis. Whatever, knowing how you're spending your money is smart, says financial guru Mary Morrison. Students share credit card horror sto…
00:54:43 |
Mon 31 Aug 2009
WWYMS Episode 117: All the Right Moves
Career advisor Marty Nemko says finding the right career is often based on luck. Students discuss their parents' occupations and the influence on their own choices. Then, reaching out to friends, t…
00:50:14 |
Mon 31 Aug 2009
WWYMS Episode 111: Addiction; Charisma
Nic Sheff, author of "Tweak: Growing Up on Methamphetamines," tells his story of drug addiction and recovery. Then, the conversation turns to charisma: what is it, and why do only some people have i…
00:54:30 |
Mon 31 Aug 2009
WWYMS Episode 100: Baring It
Author Nancy Redd talks about exotic body piercings and "tramp stamps" from her book, "Body Drama: Real Girls, Real Bodies, Real Issues, Real Answers." The panelists are then inspired to list things…
00:39:21 |
Mon 31 Aug 2009
WWYMS Episode 98: Whose Credit Is It Anyway?
Read the small print and pay on time, advises financial expert Mary Morrison. The student panelists talk about their own money issues, and the politics of holiday gifts.
Guest: financial advisor Mar…
Guest: financial advisor Mar…
00:55:04 |
Mon 31 Aug 2009
WWYMS Episode 92: Breaking Down the Breakup; Adult Kids and Parents
The politics of breaking up, forgiving and moving on. The student panelists talk about how parents should avoid certain battles with their kids once they get older.
Duration: 50:01 File Type: Mp3…
Duration: 50:01 File Type: Mp3…
00:50:01 |
Mon 31 Aug 2009
WWYMS Episode 90: Depressing Statistics; Compliments and Office Love
Even experts are baffled by rising depression on college campuses, says Dr. Peter Kramer. Then, the panel talks about interpreting compliments and dating in the workplace.
Guest: Dr. Peter Kramer, "…
Guest: Dr. Peter Kramer, "…
00:53:04 |
Mon 31 Aug 2009
WWYMS Episode 89: That Thing Called Dating
The student panelists discuss communication in relationships in a non-dating world. When, and how, do you say "I love you?" Calls and emails from listeners.
Duration: 56:34 File Type: Mp3 64 kb…
Duration: 56:34 File Type: Mp3 64 kb…
00:56:34 |
Mon 31 Aug 2009
WWYMS Episode 85: What Did Your Mother Do?
Leslie Bennetts, author of "The Feminine Mistake," says stay-at-home moms should rethink their choice. The panel discusses the choices made by the moms and by the student panelists' own mothers. Al…
00:46:42 |
Mon 31 Aug 2009
WWYMS Episode 82: Asking for It
Women traditionally make less than men, says economist Linda Babcock, because they don't ask. The panel discusses how to ask for things in their personal lives.
Guest: economist Dr. Linda Babcock, "W…
Guest: economist Dr. Linda Babcock, "W…
00:52:44 |
Mon 31 Aug 2009
WWYMS Episode 78: Cheaters
Columnist Leslie Kaplan discusses her research on why men and women cheat on each other, only to find out that some of the reasons are pretty lame. She also quizzes the pessimistic panel on their vi…
00:54:50 |
Mon 31 Aug 2009
WWYMS Episode 75: Losing Your Reputation
School counselor and author Jane Bluestein talks about the debilitating effects of being a "loser" in high school and how to overcome the feelings associated with it. The panel then talks about tatto…
00:52:43 |
Mon 31 Aug 2009
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