NPR will host a live online discussion on June 10, 2026, featuring "Body Electric" author Manoush Zomorodi and Columbia physiologist Keith Diaz, to explore the health impacts of the digital age. The event will delve into strategies for living better in a sedentary, screen-filled world, drawing from Zomorodi's new book and findings from a 2023 scientific study involving NPR listeners.
The virtual Q&A session is scheduled for 3 PM ET / 2 PM CT / 12 PM PT and will be accessible to NPR+ supporters and other qualifying donors via Zoom. Interested individuals can sign up for NPR+ at plus.npr.org to receive the invitation link, with existing supporters having already received their invites. This discussion aims to shed light on the hidden health costs associated with our increasing reliance on technology.
Zomorodi and Diaz will discuss new findings from the 2023 study, offering practical advice on mitigating the physical effects of prolonged screen time. As a special offering, an excerpt from the "Body Electric" audiobook is available for a five-minute movement break, providing a preview of the book's themes and inspiring more frequent activity.
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