The Prof G Pod with Scott Galloway Masculinity, Media, and How to Citizen – with Baratunde Thurston
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Feb 16, 2023 
Baratunde Thurston, a founding partner at Puck and Emmy-nominated storyteller, joins to tackle pressing issues in media, masculinity, and societal change. He discusses the financial struggles of younger generations, emphasizing the widening wealth gap and its impacts on mental health. The conversation also redefines masculinity, advocating for emotional expression and a blend of gender traits. Thurston highlights the transformative role of AI in creativity while stressing authenticity and the need for community dialogue in navigating these changes.
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Media's Focus on Negativity
- Traditional media focuses on crises, neglecting positive developments and self-governance experiments.
- Media and readers are addicted to negativity, hindering productive discourse and ignoring technology's pervasive influence.
Race Relations: A Mixed Bag
- Racial awareness has improved, but tangible inequalities persist, creating a sense of societal breakdown.
- This breakdown may signal an exhaustion of old narratives and a potential shift towards more inspired solutions.
Harry and Meghan: Two Perspectives
- Scott Galloway views Harry and Meghan's actions cynically, seeing their accusations of racism as opportunistic.
- Baratunde Thurston, however, sees their story as a human journey of awakening and growth.