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The Book Club: "Of Boys and Men: Why the modern male is struggling, why it matters, and what to do about it" (Richard V. Reeves)

Jul 30, 2023
The hosts discuss the book 'Of Boys and Men' by Richard V. Reeves, exploring the struggles of modern men, toxic masculinity, personal agency, and systemic failure. They also critique the book's lack of focus on empathy and explore the relevance of its concepts to Singapore. The speakers emphasize the responsibility of addressing gender issues and redefining masculinity.
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Quick takeaways

  • The struggles faced by modern males require thoughtful solutions and innovative approaches to address the crisis of boyhood and manhood, encompassing education, labor market dynamics, class dynamics, fatherhood, biology, culture, and policy recommendations.
  • Examining the role of extended family members, societal norms, and the prevalence of domestic workers is crucial in reshaping gender roles and responsibilities, promoting shared responsibilities between parents, and challenging traditional gender expectations.

Deep dives

The Importance of Examining Gender Inequality for Men

The podcast episode discusses the book 'A Voice and Man' by Richard Rees, which addresses the struggles faced by modern males. The book explores the impact of economic and social changes on men's lives and the failure of attitudes, institutions, and laws to keep up. It highlights the need for thoughtful solutions and innovative approaches to the crisis of boyhood and manhood. The episode delves into various topics covered in the book, such as education, labor market dynamics, class dynamics, fatherhood, biology, culture, and policy recommendations. It also explores the blind spots of progressive thinking, the challenges posed by toxic masculinity, and the role of empathy in addressing gender inequality. The conclusion emphasizes the importance of recasting the lives of men and the compatibility of positive masculinity with gender equality.

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