Office Hours Special: Algebra of Masculinity Part 1
Oct 11, 2023
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Christine Emba, author of Rethinking Sex, discusses the current state of masculinity and heterosexual dating dynamics. Scott gives advice on advocating for men's issues while considering women's concerns. They also address the impact of excessive pornography and the complexities of monogamy.
Positive masculinity can be defined with the help of women.
Excessive consumption of pornography has a negative impact on young men.
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The Impact of Movember in Addressing Men's Health
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The Crisis of Young Men and Changing Masculinity
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The Role of Male Role Models in Young Boys' Lives
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The Evolving Sexual Culture and Dating Dynamics
The podcast delves into the evolving sexual culture and dating dynamics, particularly among millennials. It explores the impact of the sexual revolution, feminism, and online dating on relationships and women's desires for partners who are at their level economically, emotionally, and socially.
Today we’re kicking off a special 3-part series answering your questions on all things masculinity. Christine Emba, a columnist at the Washington Post and author of Rethinking Sex, joins Scott to set the scene of where masculinity stands today and how women can help define positive masculinity. Christine also discusses what current heterosexual dating dynamics look like.
After our conversation with Christine, Scott gives advice to a listener who is struggling with the challenge of advocating for men's issues while remaining mindful of women's concerns. He then discusses pornography, specifically its impact on young men when consumed in excess. He wraps up with a conversation about monogamy.