

S3 E1: Dick Move
42 snips Jul 11, 2018
Guests Meg Conkey, Mel Konner, and Lisa Wade explore topics such as the origins and impact of the Me Too movement, challenging traditional narratives in anthropology, societal attitudes towards motherhood and fatherhood, and controlling women's bodies and sexuality in male supremacy.
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John's Boxing Matches
- John Biewen challenges his older brother, Paul, to a boxing match as a child, fueled by overconfidence.
- Paul swiftly defeats John, leaving him humiliated, after which John repeats the mistake with his younger brother, Todd.
The Harm of Traditional Masculinity
- Trying to conform to traditional masculinity can lead to harmful behavior.
- It can damage both the person trying to conform and the people around them.
Rethinking Ancient Gender Roles
- Traditional narratives simplify ancient gender roles.
- Meg Conkey challenges the 'caveman' narrative and highlights women's active roles in activities like hunting, toolmaking, and butchery.