Richard Reeves, a writer and researcher focused on male issues, joins theologian Russell Moore and pastor Rasool Berry to tackle the modern crisis of masculinity. They discuss how societal shifts impact male identity and the vital role of community and rituals in finding purpose. The trio highlights the dangers of unexamined religious paths while sharing insights from young men navigating these challenges. They explore educational disparities among races and classes, and emphasize redefining manhood through vulnerability and support.
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Boys' Early Educational Disadvantages
Boys start school less prepared due to slower brain development in key areas like impulse control.
These early disadvantages cascade into lower grades, higher dropout rates, and less college enrollment.
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Rising Male Suicide Rates
Male suicide rates have risen sharply, especially among young men, indicating severe emotional struggles.
This trend adds a critical emotional dimension to the socioeconomic challenges men face.
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Men's Crisis Varies by Race and Class
Challenges for men vary greatly by race and class, making the crisis complex and uneven.
White women now earn more than black men, showing multifaceted issues beyond simple gender gaps.
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In 'Of Boys and Men,' Richard V. Reeves delves into the complex and urgent crisis of boyhood and manhood. He discusses how profound economic and social changes have led to many boys and men losing ground in education, the workplace, and family life. Reeves presents detailed research on the structural challenges, including lower academic performance, declining labor force participation, and the specific hardships faced by black boys and men. He argues that both conservative and progressive politicians have failed to provide effective solutions and offers fresh, innovative proposals such as delaying boys' entry into school, increasing male teachers, and improving vocational education. The book emphasizes the need for a positive vision of masculinity in a more equal world without compromising gender equality[3][4][5].
12 Rules for Life
An Antidote to Chaos
Jordan B Peterson
In this book, Jordan B. Peterson offers twelve profound and practical rules for living a meaningful life. He argues that happiness is a fleeting and unpredictable goal, and instead, people should seek meaning as a defense against the suffering inherent in life. The book is divided into chapters, each representing one of the twelve rules, such as 'Stand up straight with your shoulders back,' 'Treat yourself like someone you are responsible for helping,' and 'Pursue what is meaningful (not what is expedient).' Peterson draws on examples from his clinical practice, personal life, cutting-edge psychology, philosophy, and ancient myths to provide a guide for personal improvement and coping with adversity.
Weird
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Joseph Henrich
Joseph Henrich's "Weird" explores the cultural origins of Western individualism and its impact on human behavior and societal development. The book examines the unique cultural traits of Western societies, such as individualism, universalism, and trust in strangers, and how these traits have shaped their economic and political systems. Henrich argues that these cultural traits are not universal but rather are specific to certain societies, particularly those in the West. He explores the historical and evolutionary factors that have contributed to the development of these traits, highlighting the role of cultural transmission and learning. The book examines the implications of these cultural traits for understanding human behavior and societal development, suggesting that they have had a profound impact on the world. It offers a unique perspective on the cultural diversity of human societies and the importance of understanding cultural context in shaping human behavior. Henrich's work has been influential in the field of cultural evolution, contributing to our understanding of the complex interplay between biology and culture.
There's a lot of talk these days about a crisis of masculinity. But is it a genuine problem or just another culture war talking point?
In this special episode, we’ll talk to writer and researcher Richard Reeves about the real and worrying data around the male struggle for meaning and purpose, and what role community and ritual can play in helping men find answers. We’ll also hear from Dr. Russell Moore and Pastor Rasool Berry about how and why religion can help support men, but also the dangers it can pose if they follow it down the wrong path. And we’ll hear directly from some young men about the challenges they’re facing around identity and the comfort they’re finding in Christian community and scripture.
Richard Reeves is the president of the American Institute for Boys and Men and the author of the book Of Boys and Men: Why the Modern Male Is Struggling, Why It Matters, and What to Do about It. Learn more about his work on his website.
Dr. Russell Moore is a Christian theologian, pastor and the Editor in Chief of Christianity Today. Learn more about his work on his website.
Rasool Berry is Teaching and Family Pastor at The Bridge Church and a leader of The Whole Man Project. Learn more about his work on his website.
Special thanks to Bennett Bullard, Clint Brown, Ben Chao, Mason Diab, Sean Enniss, Alex Leach, Baines Pierre, Ernst Lozin, and Dejan Zivkovic for sharing their stories of what it's like to be a man today with us.
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