Detoxifying masculinity with Richie Hardcore

The world needs healthier models of masculinity. By incorporating diverse perspectives and acknowledging the impact of sociological, biological, and personal factors, we can work towards creating a more inclusive and compassionate understanding of masculinity. This can have a profound impact on the way teams work together.Richie Hardcore is well known for his contributions to promoting healthier models of masculinity. Richie has a personal journey of healing and unpacking childhood trauma, which has shaped his work in understanding and addressing issues related to masculinity. He works as a speaker, mentor, and advocate, focusing on topics like consent, sexual and domestic violence, and mental health. Richie incorporates his background in combat sports to engage hard-to-reach audiences and facilitate conversations on healthy masculinity. He aims to challenge societal norms and encourage inclusive and compassionate understandings of masculinity.Three reasons to listenTo understand the sociological, biological, and personal factors that shape our understanding of gender rolesTo work towards a more inclusive and compassionate understanding of masculinity for healthier relationshipsTo learn about the challenges and work being done to address issues like violence against women and girls, mental health, and social dynamics related to masculinityEpisode highlights[00:10:08] Why are men more prone to violence?[00:15:57] Male aggression in team settings[00:20:53] A new model of masculinity[00:24:56] Multicultural attitudes towards masculinity[00:28:18] The online push towards toxic masculinity[00:32:39] Social media's role in division[00:37:14] Richie's recommendations for change[00:39:16] Takeaways from Pia and DanLinksConnect with Richie via LinkedInWhite Ribbon AustraliaWhite Ribbon UKTestosterone: The story of the hormone that dominates and divides us, by Carole HoovenOf Boys and Men: Why the modern male is struggling, why it matters, and what to do about it, by Richard ReevesWhat About Men?, by Caitlin MoranAsking for it – Richie’s TV documentaryLeave us a voice note