Frames of Space

Cathy Reisenwitz writes the Substack "Sex and the State," which covers the intersection between feminism, sex advocacy, and how our society shapes our perception of gender roles. In this episode, I got a chance to talk with her about her upbringing as an Evangelical, how her views on gender and sex have changed over time, and the tension between our desire for rigid structure and our desire for autonomy. Show Notes "How to fight fascism" by Cathy Reisenwitz, Sex and the State "Politics, Sex, and Sexuality: The Growing Gender Divide in American Life" from Survey Center on American Life "Our intelligentsia has abandoned our illiterati" by Cathy Reisenwitz, Sex and the State

Shauna Daly is the co-founder of the Substack "Young Men Research Initiative," which covers how people can reach out to young men who are increasingly drifting rightward. In this episode, I got a chance to talk with her about the ways that young men are lacking a script for what type of person they should be, the recent decline in romantic relationships between young men and women, and which masculine-coded traits might be worth promoting in the future. Show Notes "What’s Love (And Sex and Porn) Got to Do With Elections?" by Young Men Research Project Timestamps 00:00 Graceful Dialogue on Gender Issues 10:37 Gen Z's Growing Political Divide 16:09 How Digital Media Consumption Affects the Gender Divide 22:55 Changing Gender Roles and Economic Disparities 27:31 Rethinking Gender Performance Differences 33:13 Diversity Enhances Health and Connection 37:32 Marriage and Population Policy Debate 42:41 The Right-Wing Ideological Divide 49:38 Balancing Gender Equality and Modern Masculinity 53:18 Reimagining Modern Masculinity 59:30 Negativity in the Left's Sex Discourse 01:07:25 Election Trends and Gender Attitudes 01:11:21 Condemning Blatant Misogyny Check out my Patreon here: https://www.patreon.com/c/FramesofSpace

In this discussion, Erik Engheim, a writer for 'Erik Explores' who examines politics and culture from a Nordic viewpoint, reveals his surprising misjudgment of Trump supporters. He apologizes for previously viewing them as morally lacking, shedding light on their emotional motivations like joy and loyalty. The conversation delves into the psychology behind political loyalties, the impact of social media, and the need for open dialogue in a polarized climate. Engheim also reflects on the complexities of political identity and the importance of understanding diverse perspectives.

Lauren Harper Pope, co-founder of WelcomePAC and a political commentator, shares her insights on the importance of centrist Democratic candidates in swing districts. She discusses political polarization and advocates for engaging politically disengaged voters as a means to restore democracy. The conversation also touches on the need for bipartisanship and empathy in bridging divides, as well as the role of community-focused strategies in supporting candidates. Pope emphasizes the urgency of adapting to a changing political landscape while maintaining inclusivity.

Robin Hanson, an associate professor of economics at George Mason University, shares insightful perspectives on the troubling decline in fertility rates. He connects this issue to cultural drift, discussing how evolving norms impact population stability. The conversation touches on significant factors like education and urbanization influencing birth rates. Hanson provocatively suggests that reforms in education could play a role in addressing these trends, while examining the delicate balance of evolving cultural values and their implications for society.

Greg Sargent, a staff writer at The New Republic and host of "The Daily Blast," delves into the shifting political landscape surrounding immigration and electoral strategies. He discusses how the Democratic Party's miscalculations have affected Latino voter support and the challenges they face ahead of the 2024 elections. The conversation includes speculative immigration policies under a second Trump administration, the need for a fresh approach to voter turnout, and the impact of Trump's campaign promises on various demographics.

Tyler Cowen, a Professor of Economics at George Mason University and director of the Mercatus Center, dives into an array of fascinating topics. He discusses his libertarian views and the balance between economic efficiency and moral responsibilities. The conversation touches on the role of income redistribution in democracies, the complex relationship between income inequality and happiness, and the need for diverse political discourse. Additionally, Cowen reflects on the influence of classic cinema and modern media on societal perspectives. It's a thought-provoking journey through economics, culture, and technology.

Miriam Elder is an American journalist known for her coverage of the Russian government. She has written for Vanity Fair, BuzzFeed News, The Guardian, and recently, The New York Times. In this episode, I got a chance to talk to her about her response to Trump's recent victory, and the parallels she sees between Russian authoritarianism and Republican authoritarianism. Sources "Don't Let Trump Drive You Into Internal Exile" by Miriam Elder, The New York Times "How's the GOP's Trans Panic Has Shades of Putin's Anti-LGBTQ+ Playbook" by Miriam Elder, Vanity Fair

Darrell Owens is a Substack writer who is known for his commentary on housing, culture, and progressive politics. In this episode, I got a chance to talk to him about the prevalence of homelessness in blue cities, how progressives could respond to right-wing media influencers, and the way that Twitter affects important political discourse. Show Notes Liberal NIMBYs Are Helping Red States by Darrell Owens, The Discourse Lounge Why Harris Lost Uninformed Voters by Darrell Owens, The Discourse Lounge

Jessica Grose is an opinion writer for The New York Times. She is known for writing about issues related to education and culture, such as how the pandemic has affected schools in the long run, or what has been causing declining fertility rates. In this episode, I got a chance to talk to her about the current baseline quality of US education, the increase in distrust towards societal institutions, and what the 2024 election results say about our culture. Show Notes Emma's Torch "2024 is Suddenly About Having Kids" from Matter of Opinion "Trump Doesn’t Care Enough About K-12 Education to Break It" by Jessica Grose, The New York Times "Good Marriages Are Good. Bad Marriages Are, Well, Bad" by Jessica Grose, The New York Times "Rachel Wiseman and Anastasia Berg on Millenial Concerns Surrounding Parenthood" from Frames of Space Yes Day "The Skies Belong to Us: Love and Terror in the Golden Age of Hijacking" by Brendan I. Koerner "Young Women Will Never Stop Talking About Sexism" by Jessica Grose, The New York Times