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The Secret Power of Siblings

13 May 2025 - 27 mins
Podcast Series The Daily

Parents try everything to influence their children. But new research suggests that brothers and sisters have their own profound impact.

Susan Dominus, a staff writer for The New York Times Magazine, discusses the surprising ways that our brothers and sisters shape our lives.

Guest: Susan Dominus, a staff writer at The New York Times Magazine covering a broad range of topics. Her recent article was adapted from her book, “The Family Dynamic: A Journey Into the Mystery of Sibling Success,” which was published by Crown on May 6.

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Read Susan’s article about the surprising ways that siblings shape our lives.For more information on today’s episode, visit nytimes.com/thedail...

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