The Prof G Pod with Scott Galloway Raising Modern Men: A Mother’s Perspective (A Lost Boys Special)
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Aug 22, 2025 
Deidre Scaramucci, a mother of two boys, and Anthony Scaramucci, founder of SkyBridge Capital, dive into the modern challenges of raising boys. They discuss evolving masculinity and the need for balanced influences in parenting. Deidre shares insights on encouraging play over screen time and the nuances of contemporary parenting versus their own childhoods. The couple reflects on the importance of vulnerability, love, and mentorship in building resilience and strong character in boys, emphasizing authenticity over perfection.
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Balance Masculinity With Kindness
- Deidre emphasizes teaching boys to embrace masculinity while being kind and gentle.
- She frames parenting as balancing masculine and feminine energies to model healthy behavior.
Force Small Discomforts To Build Confidence
- Make children do things that make them uncomfortable so they build confidence.
- Forcing small challenges helps kids face discomfort and develop resilience.
School Reinforces Home Norms
- Schools often model behaviors (sit still, be a pleaser) that favor girls' typical tendencies.
- Deidre notes school should reinforce home lessons, but primary personality shaping happens at home.