470. The Pros and Cons of America’s (Extreme) Individualism
Freakonomics Radio
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Cultural Dimensions: Power, Masculinity, and the Grind Mentality
This chapter examines how power dynamics and expressions of masculinity differ in various cultures, particularly regarding eye contact and societal roles. It discusses the implications of these dynamics in democratic versus autocratic societies and critiques the unsustainable nature of 'grind' culture linked to toxic masculinity in the U.S.
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