What About Men?

Masculinity is supposedly in crisis. Is it?

What does that mean to you and for the world? Meanwhile, everybody’s talking about Adolescence and it seems like all the podcasts and shows are about men all of a sudden. Do you have thoughts? Want to share and discuss?

This informal discussion group is for anyone interested in how public debates around men and masculinity are unfolding across different perspectives. Every session, we pick a topic and read two short, recently published opinion pieces:

📰 One from a more conservative outlet

📰 One from a more liberal outlet

We flip a coin to decide which comes first, read together, and then dive into open discussion. No expertise required - just curiosity, respect, and a willingness to engage with different points of view.

Topics

16 Oct 2025 - Men Suffer in Silence - Mental Health
13 Nov 2025 - Are There any Good Role Models for Men?
18 Dec 2025 - Are Schools Made for Boys?
15 Jan 2025 - How to be a Modern Father?
19 Feb 2025 - What's up with Men and Violence?
19 Mar 2025 - Men, Divorce and Kids
16 Apr 2025 - Is There Equality In Dating?
21 May 2025 - The Challenges of Male Sexuality

This is a space for creating understanding, thinking constructively, and exploring new possibilities together. It’s easy to feel overwhelmed or stuck. The social rules are shifting, the messages are often contradictory, and it can seem like the spotlight is always on the negatives. But change isn’t just about critique - it’s also about building something better. We’re not here to score points or tear things down, but to listen, reflect, and imagine what a healthier, more honest conversation about men and masculinity might look like.

Recordings

All sessions are recorded in full and made publicly available. Short excerpts may also be used for social media and outreach. Participants will appear in the recording and are asked to keep their camera on. By choosing to join, you confirm your consent to being recorded and having your input shared for educational and advocacy purposes. See our full Terms of Participation here.

If you do not wish to be recorded, you are welcome to join us via live stream where you will be able to ask questions in the chat.

We don’t have to agree. But we can think and inspire each other. If you’re tired of shallow takes and ready for something more grounded, thoughtful, and constructive - join us!

See recordings of past sessions