Cool Kids Not Cool Adults, News Of The Day, Donuts!

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While the cool kids are often looked upon with envy during middle and high school, these same kids often go on to struggle with issues later in lafe. Mike Arnold and Veronica Rueckert talk with the author of a new study that makes this conclusion, and what today’s teens can take away from it. They also talk delicious donuts on Food Friday, and discuss a top news story of the day.

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  • Food Friday: The Donut

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Episode Credits

  • Mike Arnold Host
  • Veronica Rueckert Host
  • Amanda Magnus Producer
  • Megan Schad Guest
  • Michael Krondl Guest

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