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Will Storr on The Status Game: How Power, Conflict and Ego Shape Our Lives - PMQ044

The Peter McCormack Show

CHAPTER

Status, Masculinity, and Social Media

This chapter examines the complex interplay between biology, violence, and social status, as influenced by evolutionary history and modern social structures. It discusses the transformation of masculinity and status dynamics in the digital age, particularly focusing on the impact of social media on individual identity and mental health. The speakers reflect on personal experiences and societal pressures, advocating for a balanced approach to status that prioritizes genuine connections and contributions over superficial virtue signaling.

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