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This rerun of a 2002 episode of This American Life explores the cultural, psychological, and personal implications of testosterone, prompted by Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth’s order for military personnel over 30 to undergo testosterone testing and optional supplementation. The episode
This rerun of a 2002 episode of This American Life explores the cultural, psychological, and personal implications of testosterone, prompted by Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth’s order for military personnel over 30 to undergo testosterone testing and optional supplementation. The episode
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Guest
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Griffin Hansbury
narrative on This American Life
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Books, people, and resources mentioned in this episode.
People
Pete HegsethIra GlassAlex BlumbergGriffin HansburyJames DabbsMiriam Toews
Books
The Women's RoomHeroes, Rogues, and Lovers
Topics
Long Form JournalismMental HealthParentingPersonal FinanceUs Politics
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