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EPISODE · May 1, 2026 · 44 MIN

The Bag & The Burden: Who Stole the "Real Man"?

from Routes and Roots · host Brandon Scott and Nnamdi Ezeanochie

Send us Fan MailOne viral video of a man shpping for a bag, and the internet wants to "Bring back real men." But what does that even mean in 2026? This week, the Techie and the Principal are going deep into the evolution of masculinity.​From the "Alpha" archetypes of the C-suite to the "Protector" roles in our neighborhoods, we’re debating whether the changes in how we dress, speak, and lead are progress or a problem. We’re answering fan mail on "softness," comparing how we train boys in Lagos vs. the US.

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