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  • Dating as an undocumented immigrant can be tricky, with some folks trying to balance finding romance with finding a path to citizenship. The creator of a popular Instagram account talks about her experience and the community she’s created around dating while undocumented.
  • People have been pretending to be Native American for decades. While talking about ethnic fraud is tricky, one Native scholar says it’s necessary.
  • Fast fashion has already been exposed for its negative impact on workers and the planet. A fashion industry insider explains how companies and brands keep us hooked.
  • LQBTQ seniors face distinct challenges in older age — from isolation to struggles in accessing care and services because of their sexuality. Anita talks with three folks building solutions: a lesbian couple who built the first 55+ senior cohousing community in the country and a young activist connecting LGBTQ elders with resources.
  • An ornithologist and poet with a lifelong passion for birds explains what these creatures can teach us about wildness, joy and belonging.
  • For many sexual assault survivors, getting back into dating and sexual relationships is a part of healing. The question is: how?
  • A writer shares how coming of age in his family’s Chinese restaurant shaped his understanding of his place in the world.
  • For 11 years, siblings Brad and Jocelyn Cox were a competitive figure skating duo. Through countless hours of training and performing together, the pair forged a tight bond that has served them far beyond their competition days.
  • A neurogastroenterologist explains why gastrointestinal issues plague our nation — and how to make your bowel movements a joy.
  • Good horror films and novels are entertaining, but research shows they can also be a tool for healing. An award-winning author shares the art of crafting horror stories about real-life traumas.
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