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RHLSTP with Richard Herring

RHLSTP Book Club 72 - Geoff Norcott

Nov 17, 2023
Comedian Geoff Norcott discusses his book 'The British Bloke, Decoded' with Richard Herring. They explore masculinity, male delusions, expressing love to children, and the joys of audiobooks and physical books.
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Quick takeaways

  • Coming to terms with one's height is crucial for self-acceptance and self-confidence.
  • Men's delusions include overestimating fighting ability, height, and worrying excessively about penis size.

Deep dives

Height and Self-esteem

The podcast episode touches on the topic of height and its impact on self-esteem. The host and guest discuss how being slightly below average height can be more galling than being significantly shorter, as the proximity to the average makes it feel even more frustrating. They also mention the societal pressure placed on men when it comes to height, particularly in the dating scene. However, they both agree that coming to terms with one's height is important for self-acceptance and self-confidence.

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