Episode 13: The Rise of Toxic Masculinity

Send us Fan MailHave you noticed how different the world is for boys growing up today compared to your youth? This week Michael and Sameer chat about the alarming rise of toxic masculinity among young men and how modern influences are reshaping male identity in troubling ways.We unpack the BBC drama "Adolescence," using it as a springboard to examine how violence can manifest when young men feel marginalised. The shocking statistic that 67% of young men now feel compelled to display toxic or hyper masculinity demands our attention as parents, educators, and members of society.What's particularly disturbing is how early these patterns begin. From the moment a toddler boy falls and is told to "man up", to the modern influence of social media where the hidden language of toxic masculinity proves especially concerning – coded emojis, "red pills," and references to "incel culture" are infiltrating primary schools, with children as young as ten being exposed to misogynistic ideologies. Unlike our generation who escaped bullying when the school day ended, today's youth face constant digital harassment that follows them everywhere.So what's the solution? How do we raise young men to be confident without being toxic? Join us this week as we navigate these complex questions and search for better ways to guide the next generation of men.Please LIKE, SHARE, FOLLOW & SUBSCRIBE to The Best Men Podcast on all our channels:InstagramTikTokSpotifyApple Podcasts You can also write into us with your stories, comments and suggestions to: [email protected]