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Inside the classrooms full of misogyny and abuse

Jul 13, 2025
Siobhan Marin, ABC's Compass presenter and host of the Quick Smart podcast, dives into the alarming rise of misogyny in classrooms influenced by the 'manosphere.' She shares firsthand accounts from teachers grappling with a toxic environment and highlights the negative impact of social media on boys’ attitudes towards gender. The conversation explores solutions, emphasizing the importance of media literacy and open discussions between parents and their children to combat these harmful narratives and foster healthier perspectives among youth.
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Teachers Face Extreme Misogyny

  • Female teachers face extreme misogyny, including sexualized insults and threats in classrooms.
  • One teacher read a year nine student's essay describing gang rape, showing the severity of the issue.
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Primary Teacher Intimidated

  • A primary teacher named Meg encountered sexualized language from boys as young as 10.
  • The intimidation by puberty-aged boys' explicit comments was overwhelming for her.
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Teacher Challenged by Boys

  • Teacher Holly Cooper was baited by boys with misogynistic talking points from far-right influencers in class.
  • She spent time proving the existence of gender inequality despite their attempts to undermine her.
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