Health Oct 08 How GLP-1s are reshaping cultural views on body image About 12% of Americans are now taking the blockbuster set of weight-loss medications known as GLP-1s. While their popularity continues to skyrocket, new concerns have emerged around the societal impacts these drugs are having, especially around body image. Stephanie Sy…
Health Oct 07 The evidence suggesting GLP-1s can curb drug and alcohol cravings A growing body of evidence suggests that GLP-1 drugs are not only helping millions with their diabetes and weight loss, but they’re also proving effective at curbing people’s desire for drugs and alcohol. William Brangham reports on the researchers who…
Health Oct 06 High cost of GLP-1s drives some to seek cheaper, unregulated versions Despite some recent improvements, millions of Americans still face significant barriers in affording GLP-1s. At the same time, many patients have found alternative, cheaper paths to get their hands on unregulated versions. Stephanie Sy reports for our series, GLP-1s: Reshaping…
Health Oct 05 As GLP-1s reshape America, questions and new uses emerge Hailed by some as miracle drugs, GLP-1s have surged in popularity in the past few years. An estimated one out of every eight Americans is now on some version of them and scientists continue to research new potential uses. But…
World Sep 17 Jon Ronson and Geoff Bennett discuss modern masculinity on 'Settle In' Jon Ronson’s new book, "The Castle," asks questions about what young men are being taught about what it means to be a man. Ronson joined Geoff Bennett on our PBS News podcast "Settle In" and discussed why certain visions of…
Nation Sep 15 Adventures in a world of unraveling men Why are men falling behind? That’s the question at the heart of author Jon Ronson’s new book, “The Castle: Adventures in a World of Unraveling Men.” In this episode of “Settle In,” Ronson sits down with Geoff Bennett to discuss…
Nation Aug 05 How the Battle of the Little Bighorn reshaped U.S. policy toward Native Americans It’s been 150 years since the Battle of the Little Bighorn, one of the most famous and enduring events in American history. While Native Americans were victorious, the battle reshaped the government’s policy toward Indigenous people and still resonates so…
Arts Jun 23 'The Queer Face of War' chronicles hardships for Ukraine's LGBTQ+ community during war It’s been more than four years since Russia launched a full-scale invasion of Ukraine. While war has impacted the lives of nearly all Ukrainians, life has been especially challenging for members of the LGBTQ+ community. Author and photojournalist J. Lester…
Education May 19 Degree in three: Why more colleges are speeding up graduation timelines Only about a third of Americans now believe a four-year college degree is worth the cost. Increasingly, students and families are questioning it too. As many colleges across the country face shrinking enrollment, more than 60 institutions are now offering…
Nation May 12 Helen Zoe Veit and Amna Nawaz discuss picky eaters on 'Settle In' How did American kids become such picky eaters? On our Settle In podcast, Amna Nawaz asked that question to author and historian Helen Zoe Veit. Her latest book is "Picky: How American Children Became the Fussiest Eaters in History."…