Exploring the importance of providing a safe space for young men to be heard and the impact it can have on addressing societal issues. Introducing Hunter Johnson, a teenager striving to fit in and play rugby for Australia, and the influence of peer codes.
As a teen, Hunter Johnson wanted to be the best at sport, the best at getting girls, and the best at getting attention. But one moment would change everything for him — forcing him to rethink his ideas about masculinity. Now, he's paying it forward.
Last week, we explored why toxic masculinity is tricky to talk about. Today, we hear from someone having that conversation daily — shifting the focus from toxic behaviours and beliefs … to emotional intelligence.
This episode was first broadcast in February 2023.