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How Being Macho Is Bad For Men, And NPR's Theme Music Maestro

By Steve Kraske
Published June 22, 2017 at 3:35 PM CDT
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention

On average, men live significantly shorter lives than women, frequent the doctor less, and die at higher rates in nine of the top ten causes of death. Today, we find out how masculinity is related to men's health. Then, we visit with BJ Leiderman, the man behind many of NPR's most recognizable theme songs, and get the scoop on his debut album, BJ.

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Steve Kraske
When I host Up To Date each morning at 9, my aim is to engage the community in conversations about the Kansas City area’s challenges, hopes and opportunities. I try to ask the questions that listeners want answered about the day’s most pressing issues and provide a place for residents to engage directly with newsmakers. Reach me at steve@kcur.org or on Twitter @stevekraske.
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