Toxic Masculinity at Work: What It Looks Like and How to Call It Out

Ever been talked over in a meeting? Corrected on your own name? Or watched the loudest person in the room get rewarded just for being loud? In this episode, Larone and CJ break down how toxic masculinity shows up in the workplace—and why it’s not just coming from men. We unpack the behaviors that get mistaken for “leadership,” how emotional intelligence gets undervalued, and why hustle culture might actually be hurting your career. This one’s for anyone who’s ever thought: Is it just me, or is this workplace kinda broken? You’ll hear: Real talk about Chad, Sasha, and that one manager we all know The difference between confidence and dominance Why calling out toxic behavior doesn’t make you “unprofessional” How to build better work culture—without being the boss Resources Mentioned “Why Do So Many Incompetent Men Become Leaders?” (Harvard Business Review) Gender Role Conflict Theory (Dr. James O’Neil) Follow CJ on Instagram ⁠Here⁠ or LinkedIn ⁠Here⁠ Follow Larone on Instagram ⁠Here⁠