Talk! with Audrey

33 Million Americans suffer from bothersome over-active bladder symptoms or OAB, a highly stigmatized condition, and many patients may feel embarrassed to talk about it or assume it is a normal part of aging. You don’t have to suffer unnecessarily, actor Holly Robinson Peete started having OAB symptoms several years ago and she joins me today to share her story.

There are over 4,000 Medicare Advantage plans to choose from this year. It can be overwhelming, and confusing trying to understand if you need Parts A, B, C, or D. With the deadline looming it’s easy to make hasty decisions but that can all be avoided with careful planning. Medicare expert Fran Soistman, CEO of eHealth, joins me with tips to help you beat the clock and make smart coverage selections.

In California, the largest use of all urban water happens outdoors while watering landscapes. Master Gardener and Community Restoration Ecologist, Cris Sarabiahas tips to help you transform your yard and outdoor space with beautiful native, water wise plants this fall.

A recent survey shows that rising out of pocket costs are preventing people from accessing the important and necessary dental care they want and need. Bobbi Rebell is a certified financial planner and founder and CEO of Financial Wellness Strategies has some advice on how people can plan ahead to better manage dental costs.

A recent survey shows that rising out of pocket costs are preventing people from accessing the important and necessary dental care they want and need. Bobbi Rebell is a certified financial planner and founder and CEO of Financial Wellness Strategies has some advice on how people can plan ahead to better manage dental costs.

Even though it affects nearly two-thirds of U.S. women, talking about bladder leaks, incontinence has always been taboo.Something to be embarrassed about. Well it’s time to talk about this very common condition and take control. Laura Gimbert is a certified doula, understands female biology, the challenges woman can face, and what they can do to help themselves.

At 31-years-old, Meghan McKee was the picture of health. She worked as a physical therapist, ran, biked and did yoga, often exercising twice a day. She also ate a healthy diet filled with raw, unprocessed foods. Unfortunately, her healthy lifestyle wasn’t enough to stop a stroke. Meghan McKee, Stroke Survivor and Dr. Sheryl Martin-Schild, Stroke Medical Director at Touro Infirmary join me to talk about why everyone needs to learn the signs of a stroke.   

Dr. Ken Mask is a diagnostic radiologist and a true Renaissance man, with deep ties to New Orleans. He has written suspense novels inspired by New Orleans and produced a feature film, entitled "The Opera Game" set against the backdrop of 1850s New Orleans when child prodigy Paul Morphy rose to world chess champion stature.  Recently, Dr. Mask co-produced and directed the short film "Building Minds With Chess" a documentary focusing on the brain-building impact of chess and the value the game could have to children. 

"Building Minds With Chess" is an official selection of the 2023 Diversity in Cannes Short Film Showcase.