Jun 17, 2024

Is it time to treat social media like cigarettes?

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Surgeon General Dr. Vivek Murthy has called for cigarette-style warning labels aimed at young users of social media platforms, citing social media's significant contributions to the mental health crisis among adolescents. Plus, a surge in secondhand shopping among consumers, and a look inside the world of gender-affirming vocal coaching.

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Inside the world of gender-affirming vocal care

by Nova Safo and Erika Soderstrom

Jun 17, 2024

For some trans and non-binary people, vocal training can be life-saving, but cost can be a barrier.

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Online retailers lean into secondhand shopping surge

by Meghan McCarty Carino

Jun 17, 2024

As consumers become more thoughtful about spending, many are turning to used goods when they need to shop.

"eBay was the OG of all of this," said retail analyst Sucharita Kodali at Forrester. "They're trying to introduce themselves to this new generation."

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The team

David Brancaccio Host

Leanna Byrne Host, BBC

Kelly Silvera Executive Producer

Meredith Garretson Morbey Senior Producer

Alex Schroeder Producer

Erika Soderstrom Producer

Ariana Rosas Producer

Nic Perez Director/Producer

Dylan Miettinen Digital Producer

John Bruington Media Producer

Jesson Duller Media Producer

Brian Allison Technical Director

James Graham Producer, BBC

Jo Critcher Producer, BBC

Naomi Rainey Producer, BBC

Lis Mahy Producer, BBC

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