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Books by Abigail Shrier mentioned on podcasts

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2 books across 80 episodes on 9 podcasts.

Abigail Shrier and her written works have been discussed across several podcast episodes. On Timcast IRL, Libby Emmens recommended Shrier's 2020 book Irreversible Damage, bringing it up to discuss the social aspects of the transgender trend among young girls and how it has gained popularity within friend groups. The book was also mentioned on The Megyn Kelly Show, where Megyn Kelly reflected on influential women and highlighted Irreversible Damage as a significant influence on her understanding of the transgender issue, noting that it was a groundbreaking book introduced when Kelly launched her podcast in late 2020. Additionally, Dr. Jared Ross discussed reading Irreversible Damage on The Jordan B. Peterson Podcast in relation to rapid onset gender dysphoria in girls. Shrier's subsequent book, Bad Therapy, was mentioned on Modern Wisdom, where the host noted that Shrier pushed back against therapy culture for kids. The host of The Megyn Kelly Show also referenced Bad Therapy while discussing trends in schools where children are encouraged to discuss trauma.

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  1. Irreversible Damage

    76 mentions · Modern Wisdom, The Joe Rogan Experience, The Megyn Kelly Show

    Irreversible Damage by Abigail Shrier is a 2020 nonfiction book that examines the sharp surge in adolescent girls adopting transgender identities, attributing the trend largely to social contagion and peer influence.

    Discussed
    “Abigail Shrier writes about clusters really powerfully related to gender transition in her book Irreversible damage.”
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  2. Bad Therapy

    19 mentions · All-In with Chamath, Jason, Sacks & Friedberg, My First Million, The Megyn Kelly Show

    Bad Therapy by Abigail Shrier is an insightful examination of modern mental health practices and the societal pressures affecting younger generations.

    Recommended
    “Abigail Shrier, author of Bad Therapy, a fantastic book, is going to be with us with a very special surprise guest.”
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