Behind the Bastards Part One: The History of American Masculinity Grifters
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Oct 22, 2024 Miles Gray, a notable commentator on masculinity, joins Robert to unpack the complexities of American masculinity grifters. They discuss the manufactured 'crisis' surrounding masculinity and the rise of 'manfluencers' shaping modern perceptions. The conversation critiques programs like the Modern Day Knight Project, revealing the detrimental effects of superficial masculinity ideals. They also connect historical fears of changing masculinity to current societal anxieties, exploring the absurdities of height-lengthening surgery and its implications on self-worth.
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Swirlies and D&D
- Robert Evans and Miles Gray reminisce about high school bullying.
- They discuss the shift in social dynamics surrounding "nerd" culture.
Modern Day Knight Project
- Robert Evans describes a viral video of men paying $12,000 for a "masculinity" course.
- The course involves being yelled at on a beach, a parody of Navy Seal training.
Manfluencer Marketing
- Manfluencer programs exploit feelings of inadequacy in men, particularly white men with disposable income.
- They capitalize on the idea that modern society makes masculinity impossible.