The Bulletin Gimme Some Truth
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Feb 21, 2025 Nicole Martin, CT's COO, brings her insights on the controversial Tradwife and Theobro movements, exploring their effects on society's gender norms and the dangers of online personas. The discussion digs into the downfall of social media personality Patriarchy Hannah and unpacks the psychological impact of parasocial relationships. They also tackle Trump’s provocative statements on Ukraine and the resignations of federal prosecutors in response to ethical dilemmas, emphasizing integrity and the importance of courageous truth-telling in today’s world.
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Tradwife Trend vs. Reality
- The "tradwife" trend online portrays an idealized view of domestic life, missing the complex realities of this lifestyle.
- It often promotes traditional gender roles, homeschooling, and a focus on the home, sometimes monetizing this image.
Theobros and Their Focus
- "Theobros", often from a Calvinist background, focus on culture war issues rather than theology.
- Their view of masculinity is often defined by secular sources, not biblical ones.
Mirroring Extremes
- The far right and far left mirror each other, sharing contempt for the current social order.
- They both offer utopian visions, but in opposite directions, regressive vs. progressive.