Wait. What Now?

This month, we’re doing something a little different. In this “Life Edition” episode, we put the health headlines and research studies to the side and dive headfirst into a series of “Would You Rather?” questions that somehow spiral into conversations about technology, health, friendship, trauma, survival, and what it actually means to be human right now. Would you want a live health score floatin...

In honor of Mental Health Awareness Month, this episode of Wait. What Now? dives into the powerful connection between movement and mental well-being. We’re getting real about how exercise makes us feel—not just physically, but emotionally and mentally too. From boosting your mood to reducing stress and anxiety, we explore why getting your body moving can be one of the most accessible tools for bet...

Meta recently faced legal consequences tied to children’s safety—but that’s just the starting point. In this episode, we break down how social media is engineered to hook users, why that matters, and what it’s doing to developing minds. This is a deeper look at the mechanics, the incentives, and the real-world impact of the platforms we use every day. Source links:  https://nmdoj.gov/press-release...

What happens when trauma isn’t just personal — but structural? In this episode, we explore collective trauma through the lenses of war, displacement, and immigration enforcement, and examine how those forces shape the Social Determinants of Health — the everyday conditions that influence stability, opportunity, and wellbeing. From root shock to urban fear, we unpack how shared experiences become e...

The food pyramid isn’t new — and neither is its update cycle. In this episode, we unpack the history behind the food pyramid, why it was created with economic access in mind, and how those priorities still show up today. We talk through the latest guidance, what’s helpful about it, and where it can feel limiting or confusing, offering a balanced look at what these updates mean for health, wellness...

GLP-1s reshaped more than weight loss. Microplastics showed up where no one expected. And AI made its way into health care—faster than most people were ready for. In this episode of Wait. What Now?, we break down three of the biggest conversations coming out of 2025 and what they actually mean for everyday life. From why protein is suddenly everywhere, to the shockwaves caused by new microplastics...

In this episode of Wait. What Now?, we talk about what it really means to know your numbers—focusing on A1C, blood pressure, and weight—and why these metrics should be used as guidance, not rules. We break down why numbers are helpful tools, but not definitive answers, and why any health-related decisions should always be discussed with your doctor before making changes. We explore how some health...

In this episode of “Wait. What now?”, Kiki, Grace, and Michelle get real about New Year’s resolutions—why we make them, why we break them, and how to create goals that actually fit real life. We break down SMART goals (and why they’re not always as simple as they sound), talk about the power of iteration, and remind ourselves that grace is part of growth. Not every resolution is about health; some...

Michelle, Kiki, and Grace unpack the power of friendship — from childhood besties to the different friend groups we collect through every era of life. In this episode, they dive into how being social literally supports your health, why women are wired to connect, and how aging doesn’t have to feel lonely when you do it with people. They also get real about how our mindset around aging shifts our r...

From AI-powered health advice and viral wellness fads to influencers talking about menopause and magnesium, it feels like we have all the information — and no idea what to do with it. In this episode, we unpack how data overload, digital tools, and online trends are changing the way we think about health. Because knowledge is power — as long as you know your next step. Email us at wait.whatnowpod@...

Grace, Michelle and Kiki take you through a journey of diabetes history, personal experience and technological advancements In this episode, the three hosts take the listener through key historical moments in diabetes history, hitting on milestones and brake throughs in treatment, highlighting events and figures along the way, while adding elements of personal experience and insights to engage the...