men's health

Many men in America don't feel like they're doing as well as their fathers. But what does the data say? Today on the show, we speak to Richard Reeves from the American Institute for Boys and Men about what's really going on with men's wages and what potential solutions could look like. Related episodes: Jobs Friday: Why apprenticeships could make a comeback Getting more men into so-called pink-collar jobs For sponsor-free episodes of The Indicator from Planet Money, subscribe to Planet Money+ via Apple Podcasts or at plus.npr.org. Music by Drop Electric. Find us: TikTok, Instagram, Facebook, Newsletter.

Just because you are getting older, doesn’t mean your brain has to. Your noodle can stay sharp longer by keeping it active—with language learning, reading, developing new skills, playing music and even participating in competitive sports. We discuss 6 secrets to build brain power.

The U.S is in the midst of a mental health crisis — especially in the Black community. One organization is turning to local barbers to get Black men and boys to open up and seek help.

Prostate cancer is the second leading cause of cancer death among men in the U.S. What should you know and do to help prevent a diagnosis?Early symptoms…