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'Adult Braces' explores the consequences of success and the journey for change

NPR | By Leila Fadel

Published March 16, 2026 at 3:32 AM CDT

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Lindy West's book and Hulu series "Shrill" were a hit. Her new memoir "Adult Braces" explores the emotional aftermath of her success and the cross-country road trip that reset her life.

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Leila Fadel

Leila Fadel is a host of Morning Edition, as well as NPR's morning news podcast Up First.