Michael Lester Interviews Cynthia Miller — Misogyny, Gendered Violence, and the Rise of Extremism

In this compelling episode, Michael Lester speaks with Cynthia Miller-Idriss, a sociology professor at American University, about the critical link between misogyny, gendered violence, and the rise of far-right political extremism. Drawing from her latest book, Man Up: The New Misogyny in the Rise of Violent Political Extremism (Princeton University Press, 2025), Cynthia explains how the 'othering' of women and marginalized groups fuels extremism and how mainstream society enforces this dangerous misogyny. She advocates for a new approach—centering gender in counter-terrorism efforts—to address the roots of violence and division. Join us for an eye-opening discussion on how gender and violence intersect in today’s world. Northern Beaches Entertainment https://northernbeachesentertainment.com.au