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Male friendship often suffers from a lack of intentionality, leaving many men in midlife feeling isolated. Actor and writer Andrew McCarthy examines this phenomenon through a cross-country road trip, documenting his efforts to reconnect with formative friends like Eddie and Seve. He observes that while women often buil...
Tim Friede, a self-taught vaccinologist, spent two decades intentionally exposing himself to lethal snake venom to develop a universal antivenom. Driven by the high global mortality rate of snakebites and the limitations of 19th-century antivenom production, Friede transformed his basement into a laboratory, injecting ...
The pursuit of longevity and the cultural obsession with death define the modern Silicon Valley ethos, often masking deep-seated anxieties about mortality. While tech entrepreneurs invest millions in biohacking, supplements, and AI avatars to extend their lives, these interventions frequently ignore the systemic inequa...
Travel writer and activist Rick Steves advocates for travel as a political act and a tool for humanizing global "enemies." Drawing on his experiences in Iran and Central America, Steves argues that the flip side of fear is understanding, and that Americans must move beyond their "exceptionalism" to engage with the othe...
Author Rufi Thorpe discusses the creative process and personal inspirations behind her novel, Margo's Got Money Troubles, which follows a young single mother who turns to OnlyFans to survive. The narrative challenges societal stigmas surrounding sex work and motherhood, drawing on Thorpe’s own experiences with unconven...
The episode explores the emotional and financial challenges of infertility and IVF through an interview with Doree Shafrir. Doree recounts her journey of grappling with "life FOMO" as she reached her late 30s, including feeling left behind by her peers in marriage, career, and homeownership. She details the unexpected ...
The podcast explores the theme of career pivots, prompted by listener questions about navigating job changes, industry shifts, and personal fulfillment. It addresses the anxieties around financial stability, age, and societal pressures when considering a career change. Practical advice includes assessing personal safet...
AI's impact on relationships is explored, highlighting its destructive potential through personal stories and expert analysis. The phenomenon of "AI spiral" or "AI psychosis" is examined, where individuals become deeply engrossed in chatbot conversations, sometimes leading to severe consequences like divorce or breaks ...
This episode of Death, Sex, and Money explores the growing phenomenon of people turning to AI chatbots for emotional support, particularly during crises and transitions. It examines how individuals are incorporating AI into their emotional lives, with some finding it more helpful than human relationships. One segment f...
The podcast explores the complexities of deciding whether or not to have children, focusing on Helena de Groot's personal journey. Helena shares her initial reluctance towards motherhood, influenced by feelings of injustice and a desire to avoid self-sacrifice. Her marriage to David, who initially shared her views, fac...
The podcast explores the intersection of masculinity, mental health, and sex education through the lens of a TikTok account called "Sex Ed for Guys," created by Colby College students. Mitch and Jack, two student-athletes, discuss their efforts to provide a healthy perspective on topics often distorted by social media,...
The podcast explores the life of Yesi Ortiz, a radio DJ in Los Angeles, focusing on her experiences becoming a single mom to her sister's six children in her mid-20s. Ortiz recounts the challenges of raising a large family while maintaining her career, including financial struggles and emotional strain. She shares her ...
The episode explores the intersection of death, sex, and money through a series of short story performances recorded live at Symphony Space. These narratives delve into the vulnerabilities of human connection, ranging from the awkwardness of early dating and the absurdity of social class to the surreal possibility of r...
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