The Crisis of Masculinity and Fatherhood

Episode summary: As the work world is changing and family structures become less uniform, men are questioning where and how they fit into society’s ever progressive framework. In this episode we look at the pressures men are facing around masculinity and fatherhood.

Topics discussed in this episode:

- Masculinity in Crisis [3:27]

-Healthy Masculinity [4:36]

-Defining Your Manhood [7:37]

-Toxic Masculinity [11:31]

- How Society is Failing Boys [21:35]

- The Importance of Fathers [27:10]

-How Women Can Help [42:49]

Quote:

“It is like peanut butter and jelly. It is two different things. When you put it together, it makes a beautiful sandwich. Moms and dads have two different ways of parenting. They come together to complement one another so well.”

 

Resources mentioned in this episode:

 Bryant Enterprises Family Entertainment

My Dad Works Hard

And David Danced with All His Might

Pew Research Social Trends

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