The Jordan B. Peterson Podcast

552. The Feminism Debate: Can Women Have It All? | Megyn Kelly

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Jun 2, 2025
Megyn Kelly, a prominent journalist and commentator known for her roles at Fox News and NBC, joins the discussion on modern gender dynamics. They tackle the rising unhappiness among young women and the devaluation of motherhood in the face of ambitious professional goals. Kelly and Peterson explore the disconnect in modern feminism, the evolving landscape of masculinity, and how societal pressures affect traditional family values. The duo also dives into the political divide between men and women, highlighting shifting cultural narratives in contemporary activism.
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Crisis of Female Childlessness

  • Young Western women under 30 increasingly remain childless, with many regretting it later.
  • This demographic shift signals a societal crisis impacting happiness and social structures.
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Empathy Exploited in Schools

  • Schools exploit young girls' empathy to enforce political correctness, causing internal conflict and unhappiness.
  • Rewarding victimhood creates incentives for exaggerating suffering among students.
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Feminization of Boys in Education

  • Boys are feminized by education systems that suppress competitive play and ambition.
  • These changes strain gender dynamics and affect young men's social roles and mental health.
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