The Prof G Pod with Scott Galloway Here’s How We Help Young Men Thrive (A Lost Boys Special)
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Aug 15, 2025 
Andrew Yang, an entrepreneur and former presidential candidate, joins the discussion on the struggles young men face in today's world. He emphasizes the importance of community and mentorship in finding purpose. Yang proposes innovative solutions like vocational education and mandatory service to instill discipline. The conversation also critiques the impact of toxic masculinity and the political climate, advocating for positive role models. Lastly, they explore economic disparities and how universal basic income could help address these challenges.
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Scale Vocational And Apprenticeship Training
- Invest heavily in vocational and apprenticeship programs focused on trades like HVAC and plumbing.
- These paths resist automation and provide stable, well-paying work for many young men.
Bring More Men Into Schools And Coaching
- Incentivize more men to become teachers and coaches to provide male role models in schools.
- Offer overtime pay or higher compensation for after-school coaching to attract male educators.
Design Flexible National Service
- Pilot national service programs but design them to support anxious or depressed teens with optional, supportive entry points.
- Expect implementation challenges and build selective, supportive pathways rather than one-size-fits-all mandates.
