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Jun 2025
1h 5m

Rethinking Masculinity: Strength and Con...

RICK HANSON, PH.D., FORREST HANSON
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Forrest is joined by renowned therapist Terry Real and his son Justin for a frank exploration of modern masculinity. They talk about why so many men feel like they’re struggling these days, and how the traditional model of masculinity perpetuates this problem. They discuss the appeal of red pill cultures, the cultural pushback against gender equality, and ... Show More
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