Talk! with Audrey

Preparing for back-to-school during an unprecedented time has certainly been challenging for parents and caregivers. For those who have been overwhelmed at the prospect of what their kids will need for the new school landscape, Lifestyle Journalist and Mom Julie Loffredi, has tips for any situation that can make your everyday routine a bit easier.

The need to rethink how the world creates, consumes and disposes of materials has never been more clear -- from storing energy more efficiently, to removing CO2 from the atmosphere and growing food more sustainably. Solomon Assefa, VP of IBM Research, Africa and Emerging Market Solutions joins me to talk about IBM's annual 5 in 5.

As the fall season approaches, many families are readying their homes for routine safety checks and home maintenance. Lifestyle expert Martin Amado joins me with some simple precautions to keep in mind that will help you and your family enjoy the new season!

As client expectations continue to shift and face-to-face interactions are limited, companies have had to pivot quickly or improve upon their existing client care models to create more meaningful and personalized experiences in order to meet clients' changing needs. Joining me to celebrate National Customer Service Week, Holly O'Neill, Chief Client Care Executive, Bank of America, to talk about how clients and companies are both redefining the client experience.

From the day-to-day anxiety caused by global circumstances to the" new normal" of working from home many people are experiencing pain and health problems that are causing them to rethink their wellness routines. As spas, gyms and wellness centers re-open, all eyes are on how these businesses have adapted to the new normal and what strategies and protocols are in place to ensure the safety and comfort of returning customers. Massage Envy CEO, Beth Stiller talks about their new safety procedures and protocols.

Multiple sclerosis (MS) is a neurological condition that impacts approximately 2.3 million people worldwide. Here today to with information about relapsing forms of MS (RMS) and a new treatment option, is Dr. Robert Shin, Professor of Neurology at Georgetown University and Director of the Georgetown Multiple Sclerosis and Neuroimmunology Center, and Kerry, a patient living with RMS.

A recent survey from Ancestry found that nearly 60% of parents say that the COVID-19 pandemic has increased their interest in understanding their genetic health. They recently launched AncestryHealth, it's an advanced genetic testing technology designed to help people understand their risk for developing certain inheritable health conditions. My guest is Sarah South, vice president of laboratory sciences at Ancestry DNA.

Are you preparing to travel in this new normal? My guest today is lifestyle and travel correspondent, Amy Goodman. And she has the latest in local travel trends, and how to plan a safe and happy road trip for the family.

According to a new Edward Jones and Morning Consult study, since the COVID-19 pandemic has upended the education sector, Americans are reconsidering investing in higher education.

My guest is Nela Richardson, a principal strategist for Edward Jones, we talk about the details of the survey, revealing concerns over education investment, and some tools that are currently available to help assist you with planning for college.

A camping experience can be invaluable for those burdened by childhood cancer, as it provides support and connection to others. On August 29th, Northwestern Mutual through its foundation and in collaboration with Lollipop Theater Network, united hundreds of children and families who are affected by childhood cancer for a one-of-a-kind virtual camp experience called the Ultimate Camp-In. to tell us all about it, Eric Christopherson, Vice President of Strategic Philanthropy and Community Relations, and President of Northwestern Mutual Foundation.