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Welcome to a new era of 'miracle' weight-loss drugs, starring Ozempic. In this Patreon bonus episode, Cristen gets to the... more

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Why do men become men's rights activists? Sociologist Emily Carian has spent her academic career answering that question. Cristen talks... more

Today, I’m sharing a preview of a new podcast I’m enjoying and think you will, too. On Come As You... more

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