Brian Crombie Radio Hour - Epi 1665 - Marriage, Masculinity & Modern Society: What History Can Teach Us About Today’s Cultural Divide

On The Brian Crombie Hour, Brian is joined by Professor Jacqueline Murray for a thought-provoking conversation about marriage, masculinity, history, and some of the most pressing social challenges facing modern society.Drawing on her expertise as one of Canada's foremost medieval historians, Professor Murray examines the historical misconceptions contained in the manifesto of a Montreal incel murderer and explains why its interpretation of marriage, gender relations, and history is fundamentally flawed.Together, they explore the true origins of Christian marriage and monogamy, how social and economic changes—including women's growing economic independence—have transformed relationships, and why these shifts continue to shape family life and society today.The discussion also addresses the rise of misogynistic online communities, the resurgence of anti-feminist and patriarchal ideologies, and the growing concerns surrounding loneliness, identity, and the challenges facing young men.Brian and Professor Murray consider the importance of fathers, mentors, and positive examples of masculinity, as well as the role men can play in helping to raise a healthier and more resilient generation of boys and young men.More than a conversation about history, this episode examines the ideas and institutions that underpin relationships, family, and community—and why understanding their origins may be essential to addressing today's cultural and social divides.A thoughtful and timely discussion about marriage, masculinity, responsibility, and the values that hold society together.