BetterHelp on This American Life

This American LifeMarch 15, 2026

628: In the Shadow of the City

0:33

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Ira Glass

This American Life

March 15, 2026

UnknownDirect responseBaked-in adHealth & Wellness

0:00 / 0:33

@ 29:24 in ep

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Support for This American Life comes from BetterHelp. Summer can feel like a sprint. Kids home, trips to plan, routines flipped upside down. It's easy to slip into survival mode just trying to get through it. Then suddenly, it's over. And you're wishing you enjoyed the days just a little bit more. Therapy can help you slow down and actually be present for the moments that matter. With BetterHelp, you can connect with a licensed therapist from anywhere on your schedule. Don't just survive this summer. Thrive. Visit betterhelp.com/tal.

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Episode

This American Life

628: In the Shadow of the City

Host: Ira Glass

Publisher: This American Life