Today in the news, Elon Musk has decided to move SpaceX and X headquarters from California to Texas. His "last straw"? New California Bill AB 1955, which makes it possible that schools and teachers don't have to inform parents if their child wants to change the name they are referred to as at school or their gender identity. Agree or disagree, we are looking into what the science says about gender identity, and the pros and cons of gender affirming or transforming medical treatments for minors.

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In this episode, we look into the world of social media addiction and explore how it impacts our mental health and daily lives. We'll discuss eye-opening studies that reveal the negative effects of excessive social media use, the science behind how much time is too much, and the different ways it affects various age groups. Plus, hear shocking admissions from social media CEOs about their intentions to make these platforms addictive, especially for teens.

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