

Why Young Men Are Falling Behind (A Lost Boys Special)
105 snips Aug 1, 2025
In this engaging discussion, Anthony Scaramucci, founder of SkyBridge Capital, joins Richard Reeves, author of 'Of Boys and Men', to tackle the pressing challenges facing young men today. They explore alarming statistics revealing declines in male identity amidst women's advancements. Mental health struggles, societal expectations, and the impact of social media are examined. Both guests advocate for nurturing environments in education and highlight the need for open dialogues about masculinity to support young men's development and future.
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Men's Lost Identity Script
- Society dismantled old gender scripts without replacing men's roles.
- Women gained empowerment while men face a confusing identity void.
Economic Shifts Hurt Men More
- Educational and economic shifts disproportionately harm men.
- Many male jobs vanished while college requirements rose, worsening men's outcomes.
Blame Worsens Men's Struggles
- Blaming men for their struggles worsens their problems.
- Toxic masculinity rhetoric fuels male alienation and opens space for reactionary voices.