What Makes a Man?

This episode delves into the complexities of masculinity through a detailed discussion of Degan Davis's poem 'Facebook Open Group for Men,' touching on themes such as masculinity, gender roles, and societal expectations. Degan Davis and Chris Garbutt reflect on personal experiences, societal influences, and cultural symbols like Jordan Peterson and drag performances. The conversation expands to include the nuanced expressions of gender seen in communities today, such as fluidity and the impact of traditional gender constructs. The episode concludes with a discussion on the beauty and strength of being a man, encapsulated in poignant examples from literature and the arts.You can buy Degan's book at Brick Books. Also, we desperately need a computer that does grind everytime we edit our podcasts! If you would like to support our mission to use something more modern than teletype and tin cans, please buy us a coffee so we can throw our latte-sipping budget at new technology!Let us know what you think! Contact Degan or Chris directly. We'd love to hear your thoughts and ideas for future episodes.