In this episode, Jeremy breaks down the toxic masculinity grift peddled by guys like Joe Rogan, Elon Musk, and Jordan Peterson. We look at how these so-called "alpha males" profit off insecurity, why their version of masculinity is just a performance, and the real mental health crisis affecting men. I also explore how gender is a social construct, why these grifts thrive on shame, and what actual healthy masculinity looks like. Spoiler: it’s not about dominance or control—it's about connection, care, and breaking free from bullshit gender norms.
Here is the clip referenced regarding pro wrestling and drag as gender performance: SmartyPants "Wrestling is Drag"
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