# Testosterone: How TRT is influencing our military and culture

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Podcast: [Charlotte Talks With Mike Collins](https://stenobird.com/podcast/charlotte-talks-with-mike-collins-6469304)
Published: 2026-09-17T15:22:42+00:00
Episode link: https://www.wfae.org/podcast/charlotte-talks-with-mike-collins/2026-09-17/testosterone-how-trt-is-influencing-our-military-and-culture
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## Resource

Testosterone is getting a lot of attention these days. The defense secretary pushed for new guidelines on testosterone screening for troops, while young men and boys are increasingly exposed to social media influencers promoting ways to boost the hormone. We discuss the rise of testosterone culture and its health implications.

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