ManTalks Podcast Are Incredible Men Just Average Women?
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Dec 11, 2025 A provocative discussion explores the claim that incredible men are merely average women. It delves into the dangers of the 'patriarchy virus' and how the one-up, one-down dynamic harms relationships. Societal values that prioritize what men contribute over their identities are scrutinized. The conversation tackles the issue of misandry and how judging men by female metrics distorts their psychology. Additionally, it highlights the immense effort required to become an exceptional man amidst modern cultural challenges.
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The Patriarchy Virus Explained
- Connor Beaton coins the "patriarchy virus" to describe blaming men as the root cause of all societal problems.
- This narrative de-centers masculinity while celebrating women who adopt masculine traits.
One-Up One-Down Relationship Dynamic
- Beaton describes the "one up, one down" dynamic where one partner over-functions and the other under-functions.
- He warns this pattern leaks into culture and corrodes intimate relationships.
Society Values Men's Contributions
- Society values men's contributions more than their personhood, per Roy Baumeister cited by Beaton.
- This creates pressure to perform rather than be accepted for who men are.
