Conspirituality Bonus Sample: Galloway and the Mooch: The Lost Boys of Capitalism (Pt 2)
Jul 21, 2025
A new liberal-center manosphere aims to connect with young men drawn to Trumpism but struggles with what to offer. Professor Galloway and Scaramucci reveal the flaws of capitalism that shaped their success while acknowledging its cruelty. They explore the allure of nostalgia and the emotional complexities of parenting. The critique of modern masculinity dives into the contradictions of their narrative, raising important questions about how societal structures impact boys today.
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Resilience Despite Childhood Trauma
- Deirdre Scaramucci reflects on her childhood trauma but asserts she's a functioning adult today.
- She questions the intense worry about traumatizing children, suggesting resilience despite past hardships.
Nostalgia Masks Capitalism's Flaws
- The Lost Boys project embodies Gen X nostalgia with an ambivalent, yet sustaining, relationship to capitalism.
- It encourages young men to comply with capitalism rather than challenge its cruelty and misogyny.
Boys' Struggles in Changing Society
- Richard Reeves highlights boys falling behind girls in education and employment amid changing gender roles.
- This exposes boys to a precarious position with a deficit in father figures and uncertain masculinity scripts.
