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If working out is one of your resolutions, Spotify's Shannon Cook has some ideas on how to put together your own workout playlist. Plus, Ken has a post-Christmas thought.

This time, Ken talks with the "Queen of Suspense," Mary Higgins Clark about her book, "A;; By Myself, Alone;" and a chat with Dr. Gail Saltz about how people with brain "problems" such as ADD, autism, anxiety, depression and the like overcome them to reveal their greatest strengths. It was chronicled in her book, "The Power of Different."

CC looks back on 2019 with a selection of Ken's favorite interviews, including a chat with actress Kate Walsh, a look at what's being done to alleviate an impending shortage of physicians in the U.S., a conversation about electric autos, and the man behind "True Royal TV."

In advance of making 2020's fitness resolutions, a new study looks at how people stayed fir in 2019. A long-distance runner reveals the statistics - and some tips on keeping your fitness goals on track. Then, we celebrate the 50th anniversary of "Monty Python's Flying Circus" with David Morgan, who compiled an oral history of the Pythons in "Monty Python Speaks."

Are you looking for that perfect toy for the child in your life? Adrienne Appell of the Toy Association has some ideas. Then Ken has his traditional Christmas message.

This time, we talk with an old Boomer who has retrieved the original stage that the 1969 Woodstock concert was performed on. We'll talk about what he's doing with it . . . and how your can have a "peace" of it for your very own. Also, we'll talk with a doctor specializing in kidney disorders about the rare disease that may be lurking in your genes.

What do people resolve about money for 2020, and what does that mean for holiday spending this year? Ken talks with a financial expert about a new study. Also: if you're planning on giving gift cards this year, what should you know?

This time, everything you need to know about Medicare Open Enrollment - the deadline for enrollment is getting near. Also, we'll hear the interesting results of a new study by Bank of America about home ownership and one's mental health.

Of course, massage these all you want.

With Thanksgiving just around the corner, some tips from one of America's premiere food publicists. There's also encouraging news about a treatment for metastatic breast cancer; Ken speaks with a doctor from UCLA and a breast cancer patient.

On this episode, we'll get the lowdown on Men's Health Awareness Month from a doctor with Northwestern Medicine. Also: a large number of homes in the U.S. are more than 20 years old and in need of an upgrade or remodel. What's the best way to finance it? We'll speak with ax expert from Bank of America on HELOCs - a Home Equity Line of Credit.