John Oliffe
Professor and Tier 1 Canada Research Chair in Men’s Health Promotion at the School of Nursing, University of British Columbia. Founder and lead investigator of UBC’s Men’s Health Research program.
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Jun 30, 2025 • 51min
Dr. John Oliffe - The True (And Troubling) Face Of Men's Health
Dr. John Oliffe, a Professor and Tier 1 Canada Research Chair focused on men’s health promotion, shares eye-opening insights about men’s health issues. He reveals alarming statistics showing that 2 in 5 men in Canada die prematurely from preventable causes. The conversation delves into 'protest masculinity' and its links to risky behaviors and mental health struggles. Oliffe also discusses stigma around seeking help and the pressing need for healthcare reform to better address men’s unique health challenges and improve support systems.
Jun 18, 2025 • 54min
Inside our loneliness epidemic
Join Carrie Jenkins, a philosophy professor and author, along with economics expert Marina Adshade, men's health advocate John Oliffe, and writer Mandy Lee Catron, as they tackle Canada's loneliness epidemic. They discuss how social isolation threatens public health and explore the impacts of modern life on connection. Topics like the importance of community ties, the nuances of eudaimonia, and the unique challenges men face in forming relationships come to the forefront. Expect a deep dive into the pressing need for meaningful conversations and a reimagined sense of belonging.
