President Trump’s Address On National Security, Reexaming What It Means ‘To Be A Man’

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President Trump addressed the nation last night on what he said was a humanitarian and national security crisis. We talk with a reporter about what the president had to say and what actions may follow. We also talk to the journalist and writer behind a new book that digs into societal attitudes and expectations we hold towards men and boys.

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Episode Credits

  • Kate Archer Kent Host
  • Laura Pavin Producer
  • Colleen Leahy Producer
  • Sarah Hopefl Technical Director
  • Daniel Lippman Guest
  • Rachel Giese Guest