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Often when we imagine someone who defuses a bomb we immediately think of movies like The Hurt Locker or Speed. As it turns out there are actually people who defuse bombs on a regular basis here in Southern California and certain areas of the state are actually hotbeds for unexploded ordnance from WWII. This week Dr. Hirsch sits down with Bomb Technician specialist, Rob Anderson and

On the popular show Naked and Afraid, a group of people are given the task of surviving in the wilderness. They are only allowed to bring two items with them and they must rely on their training and mental toughness to survive. How do they get through these extreme challenges? What do they draw into to survive without food for days at a time? This week Wes Harper from the show Nake

PART 2In 2007 US forces were part of a NATO coalition in Afghanistan. Among the division stationed there was the 101st Airborne. Dog Company, part of the division, was led by Captain Roger Hill. His experience in Afghanistan was chronicled in the book Dog Company and today he sits down w/ Dr. Hirsch alongside his good friend and former guest, Lieutenant Colonel Erhan Bedestani. Thi

In 2007 US forces were part of a NATO collation in Afghanistan. Among the division stationed there was the 101st Airborne. Dog Company, part of the division, was led by Captain Roger Hill. His experience in Afghanistan was chronicled in the book Dog Company and today he sits down w/ Dr. Hirsch alongside his good friend and former guest, Lieutenant Colonel Erhan Bedestani.www.hirsch

When we think about special effects technology we think about actors sitting in chairs for hours while an artist glues prosthetics onto their face and slathers on makeup, but there is so much more planning and technology behind famous looks such as we see in the movies. Today Dr. Hirsch sits down with Special Effects Makeup Artist Lydia Morales to discuss the behind-the-scenes of s

With Covid19 cases spiking across the country consumers are more likely to do the bulk of their shopping online. In fact reports are already estimating that holiday ecommerce is going to increase by 35% this year. But as more people complete their shopping list from home they can become easy targets for those seeking to scam online shoppers. So how can we shop online safely? Should

The holidays are always an anxiety provoking time of the year, but in 2020 during a pandemic we have all kinds of new stressors associated with the season. How can we avoid extra pressure and family strain this year? What are some tools we can use to stay calm and enjoy ourselves? Today Dr. Hirsch sits down with licensed therapist Laura Rhodes Levin to discuss signs of anxiety and

Have you ever been on an amazing first date just to have the person fall off the face of the earth and then reappear months later as of nothing has happened? Well, this dating phenomenon has a name: Breadcrumb Dating. And according to experts, those who partook in this trend pre-covid are popping up in their ex's inboxes looking to reconnect. So what exactly IS Breadcrumb Dating? A

Have you argued with a friend of family member recently? Well, if so, you're not alone. Research shows that over 70% of social media users have faced content that made them angry resulting in social media feuds. How can we get along at work or with our friends and family when we have very different opinions on hot button topics? This week Dr. Hirsch sits down with clinical psycholo

Nobody is immune to the stress that comes with the pandemic. Countless studies have revealed heightened levels of stress, depression, and loneliness in parents and children. Self care is especially important in times of stress and researchers have found that cosplay can improve self confidence, build a sense of community, and more, BUT how is this played during quarantine at home a