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Carbon Bros, Ep 1: The Testosterone Pipeline

Jul 27, 2025
This discussion dives into the surprising overlap between masculinity and climate denial, highlighting how figures like Andrew Tate and Joe Rogan propagate skepticism in their communities. The podcast examines how social media algorithms amplify toxic masculinity while shaping opinions on environmental issues. It also reveals the historical manipulation of climate narratives by the fossil fuel industry. Sociological factors influencing conservative men’s denial of climate change are unpacked, along with the challenges faced by younger generations in reconciling these views with climate urgency.
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Manosphere Links Climate Denial to Masculinity

  • The manosphere blends male grievance with climate denial and right-wing politics.
  • Influencers like Joe Rogan and Jordan Peterson use this to sway men culturally and politically.
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Fossil Fuel Money Supports Climate Denial Media

  • Right-leaning podcasters often backed by fossil fuel donors shape climate denial messaging.
  • Networks like Turning Point USA link youth political voices to fossil fuel funding.
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Algorithms Fuel Radicalization in Podcasts

  • Podcast algorithms steer men toward extreme political and toxic masculinity content.
  • This radicalizes men subtly via favorite comedians and influencers embedding climate denial.
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