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What Would Rob Do?NPR's Rob Sachs talks about life's sticky situations and how turn them into an opportunity for adventure, growth, or at the very least--laughter.

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Rick Springfield on Lullabyes....What Would Rob Do?

Rob tries to find the secret singing a great lullabye by consulting one of his all-time favorite rockers Rick Springfield. Springfield has just released "My Precious Little One" an album of lullabyes written back in 1985 for his sons Liam and Josh....

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[ Thu, 18 Jun 2009 13:16:11 -0400 ]

Talking to Strangers...What Would Rob Do?

We've long been told never to talk to strangers — but what about when you're alone at a cocktail party or bored in line at the bank? Rob chats with Gretchen Rubin, the blogger behind The Happiness Project, for tips on how to strike up a conversation with strangers without freaking them out....

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[ Wed, 10 Jun 2009 17:14:25 -0400 ]

Avoiding An Awkward Massage...What Would Rob Do?

Getting a massage should be relaxing and hopefully spiritually uplifting, that is if you're willing to let yourself go. In this episode Rob talks about getting a professional massage from Jennifer Robinson of Relax & Rejuvenate with NPR's Alison Bryce who herself is a former massage therapist....

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[ Thu, 28 May 2009 17:37:30 -0400 ]

Parenting Solo for the Weekend...What Would Rob Do?

Rob talks with "Parenting On the Edge" blogger and podcaster Madeleine Brand about his recent experience looking after 15 month old daughter for a weekend when his wife was away. Madeleine says dads should trust their parenting instincts and moms need to give them a break....

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[ Wed, 13 May 2009 17:43:32 -0400 ]

Finding A Restaurant...What Would Rob Do?

Picking the right restaurant could mean the difference between having a night of culinary amazement and wonder or being stuck eating dog food served by a disgruntled waiter named Biff. Rob talks to Todd Mundt about tips he got from restaurant surveyor Tim Zagat on how to pick the best places to eat. Zagat says it's all about having the right resources to able to size a place up before chowing down....

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[ Thu, 30 Apr 2009 16:52:36 -0400 ]

Noisy Neighbor! What Would Rob Do?

People who live in apartments and condos know that nothing can be more annoying that living near a noisy neighbor. Rob talks with NPR's Felix Contreras about how to deal with the issue without being confrontational. He also adds in advice from landlord and blogger Rick Morrisson....

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[ Tue, 31 Mar 2009 17:24:39 -0400 ]

Homebrewing Part II...What Would Rob Do?

In Part II of Rob's exploration of homebrewing he searches out the proper techniques for making a homebrew with local brewers James Warner and Hugh Blodget and then buys some ingredients to try it out himself....

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[ Tue, 17 Mar 2009 17:03:55 -0400 ]

Homebrewing for St. Patrick's Day...What Would Rob Do?

With St. Patrick's Day less than three weeks away Rob decides to take a different approach to celebrating the holiday by deciding to try out homebrewing. To get started he speaks with homebrewing expert Charlie Papazian, author of the book "The Complete Joy of Homebrewing." Rob discusses his finding with Linda Holmes, editor NPR's "Monkey See" blog....

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[ Sat, 28 Feb 2009 15:35:36 -0500 ]

Valentine's Day On the Cheap...What Would Rob Do?

While Valentine's Day can fill your heart with love and romance it can also empty your wallet causing grief and sorrow. Rob discusses ways to save on Valentine's Day with Michele Beschen, host and creator of the B. Original Series on DIY Network and HGTV. She says the perfect gift may be one you make yourself....

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[ Thu, 26 Feb 2009 08:58:11 -0500 ]

Valentine's Day On the Cheap...What Would Rob Do?

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[ Tue, 10 Feb 2009 16:43:58 -0500 ]

Verbal Ticks...um, like What Would Rob Do?

Verbal ticks can make even the smartest person sound inarticulate..just ask Caroline Kennedy. In this episode, Rob talks with Jana Barnhill, the International President of Toastmasters International, a club which helps members become practice becoming more effective speakers and communicators. Rob shares his findings with NPR's Andrea Seabrook...

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[ Tue, 27 Jan 2009 18:03:43 -0500 ]

Getting Fit and Losing Weight..What Would Rob Do?

After a year of being a dad, Rob's noticed that he's gained a few extra pounds. To help figure out what to do to shed the weight and get more fit, he called fitness and strength expert Mark Rippetoe. Rob tells NPR's David Kestenbaum that Rippetoe's advice is to start pumping iron....

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[ Tue, 06 Jan 2009 15:48:41 -0500 ]

Fantasy Football...What Would Rob Do?

As the fantasy football season comes to an end, Rob talks about his dismal season with his league's organizer, NPR's Mike Pesca. Rob tells Mike where he thinks he went wrong as well as some lessons he's learned from Matthew Berry, a Fantasy Football analyst for ESPN.com....

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[ Wed, 24 Dec 2008 15:05:10 -0500 ]

Leaving A Good Voicemail Message...What Would Rob Do?

Rob talks with NPR's Carl Kasell about how to leave a good voicemail message for both incoming calls and outgoing greetings. Rob also gets tips from his own boss, Tell Me More Executive Producer Marie Nelson. She says the best messages are short and get to the point quickly....

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[ Fri, 12 Dec 2008 16:22:11 -0500 ]

Marriage Proposal...What Would Rob Do?

These days getting hitched goes way beyond just getting down on one knee. In this episode Rob explores how to best propose to your loved one with NPR's Tamara Keith. Rob also shares the engagement story of his colleague Brakkton Booker, as well as advice from Millie Martini Bratten, the Editor in Chief of Brides magazine....

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[ Fri, 05 Dec 2008 15:49:06 -0500 ]

Annoying Kids Music...What Would Rob Do?

A lot of kids music is repetitive, upbeat, cutesy, and completely annoying. In this episode Rob talks with NPR's Felix Contreras about his experiences with kiddy music and his attempts to play only good tunes for his nine month year old daughter. Rob also shares some advice he received from musician/dad Gavin Rossdale. Rossdale has two sons with his wife Gwen Stefani....

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[ Fri, 21 Nov 2008 16:07:58 -0500 ]

Ding on your car? What Would Rob Do?

Car dings are annoying, expensive and can completely ruin your day. In this episode Rob discusses with NPR's David Kestenbaum both how to prevent door dings and how to fix them once you get them. Rob relates to David some ding and dent advice from Eddie Martin, the owner of The Dent Devils, a paintless dent removal repair business based in San Diego....

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[ Fri, 07 Nov 2008 17:12:35 -0500 ]

Catching A Foul Ball...What Would Rob Do?

Catching a foul baseball may be the one of most thrilling experiences you can have as a sports fan; but snagging one seems near impossible. Rob talks to NPR's Mike Pesca about advice he received from Zack Hampel, a guy whose collected more than 3,000 balls from ballgames. He also shares tips from usher Rick Neave and ballgirl Stephanie Kelley who work at DC's Nationals Park....

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[ Fri, 17 Oct 2008 15:29:40 -0400 ]

Avoiding a Chick Flick...What Would Rob Do?

For most guys sitting through a chick flick is a test of both mental and physical endurance. In this episode of WWRD, Rob interviews Howard Deutch, director of "My Best Friend's Girl", to figure out the line between chick flick and fun romantic comedy. Rob discusses his findings with NPR's Felix Contreas....

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[ Fri, 19 Sep 2008 17:06:11 -0400 ]

Making A Great Mix Tape...What Would Rob Do?

Making a mix tape is one of the greatest ways to show your affection towards a loved one. But some songs can send unintended messages. To learn how to pick the right ones Rob gets tips from Chris Difford and Glenn Tilbrook of the band Squeeze....

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[ Mon, 08 Sep 2008 18:24:38 -0400 ]

Passing Gas...What Would Rob Do?

Bad gas, everybody gets it but nobody wants it. In this episode Rob discusses prevention techniques and possible remedies with NPR's David Kestenbaum. He also talks to Sharron Huza, the inventor of a product that filters out the smell from flatulence....

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[ Fri, 22 Aug 2008 18:17:36 -0400 ]

Winning at the State Fair...What Would Rob Do?

Want to win an oversized teddy bear? Rob talks with NPR's Madeleine Brand about strategies for winning carnival games. From basketball shots to ring tosses, Rob shares the games' secrets with advice from fair expert Brett Witter, author of Carnival Undercover....

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[ Thu, 21 Aug 2008 12:10:14 -0400 ]

Witnessing Something Gross...What Would Rob Do?

Everyday we catch people doing gross, disgusting acts like picking their nose, eating with their mouth open, or sneezing all over the place. In this episide, Rob discusses with NPR's Ari Shapiro how to react when someone committs one of these crimes of civility. He also gets a tip from old pal Alex Auritt, a former grade school teacher....

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[ Tue, 29 Jul 2008 01:45:03 -0400 ]

Bar Mitzvah DJ....What Would Rob Do?

Being a Bar/Bat Mitzvah DJ involves a lot more than just throwing a mix CD on. "It's all about being an entertainer," says Brian Bergman, a DC area DJ with decades of experience. He told Rob all about his methods for getting both kids and adults out on the dancefloor having a great time. Rob discussed the tricks of the trade with NPR's David Kestenbaum....

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[ Fri, 11 Jul 2008 20:29:54 -0400 ]

What Would Rob Do...with Rhubarb?

Rhubarb? Rutabaga? Kumquats? Rob has passed by these fruits and veggies in farmer's markets for years and has never quite figured out what to do with them. To find the answer he spoke with cookbook author Joan Nathan. Rob then shared his discoveries with NPR's Susan Stamberg....

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[ Fri, 13 Jun 2008 15:54:38 -0400 ]

Being a Funny Politician....What Would Rob Do?

This primary season has seen a slew of candidates trying their best to show their funny side. But comedy can be tough. Rob talks with Jeff Nussbaum of West Wing Writers to learn how he coaches candidates to use humor effectively, and how to deflect sarcastic heckles that comes their way....

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[ Fri, 06 Jun 2008 16:46:18 -0400 ]

Having a life while being a Dad...What Would Rob Do?

Rob talks to NPR's Mike Pesca about how to maintain a healthy social life while being a dad. Rob also gets some tips from Harry Hoffman, the executive director of PEPS, a Seattle based parent support group....

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[ Fri, 23 May 2008 20:14:41 -0400 ]

Bad Service at a Restaurant....What Would Rob Do?

Bad service at a restaurant can totally ruin your dining out experience. In this episode Rob interviews Tom Sietsema, food critic for the Washington Post on how to get the most of your waiter....

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[ Fri, 09 May 2008 16:05:00 -0400 ]

Remebering Birthdays....What Would Rob Do?

Rob discusses his techniques for remembering birthdays with NPR's David Kestenbaum. He also gets tips on how to pick out the best birthday card from card writer and cartoonist Sandra Boynton....

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[ Mon, 21 Apr 2008 15:40:04 -0400 ]

I Clogged the Toilet and I'm at a Party! What Would Rob Do?

Clogging up the the toilet can often be messy business, clogging it up at a friend's house is most certainly mortifying business. In this episode Rob talks with NPR's Paul Brown about how to get out of this scenario with tips from Bob McHone, owner of Crown Plumbing and Heating in Frederick, Maryland....

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[ Fri, 04 Apr 2008 16:23:10 EDT ]

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