Men's Power, Women's Rules?

This week, we're ripping into gender dynamics and sexism from a perspective you might not expect.

First up, a dose of pure British humour with Richard's nightmare camping trip – expect hilarious holiday woes and a warning about pitching tents in the New Forest!

Then, Marc steps solo into a challenging, authentic conversation with author Jack Kammer, who argues something truly provocative:

Find Jack's writing here: Jack Kammer Author

• The Most Sexist Idea of All? Jack claims it's the belief that only women are harmed by sexism. He argues sexism hurts men too, and explores why society often ignores this.
• Male Power Structure: The Misfortune 5 Million. Everyone talks about men at the top (Fortune 500 CEOs). But what about the millions of men struggling at the bottom, ignored by this very system? We question if male privilege is universally beneficial.
• Power & Rules: Skyscraper vs. Convention Center. Jack introduces his powerful analogy of distinct male (vertical) and female (horizontal) power structures. Marc pushes back: Do they really exist in parallel? Who actually makes the rules, and why does one seem to dominate?
• Men's Access: Can't We Just Join In? Jack argues men are disadvantaged in the "female power structure" (relationships, care). Marc fires back: What's really stopping men from accessing it? And why do women face greater risks trying to enter the "male hierarchy"? It's a raw debate on gendered access and societal risk.
• "For a Girl": The Left-Handed Compliment. We unpack how seemingly innocent phrases like "good at math for a girl" or "good with babies for a boy" are actually left-handed compliments that subtly enforce gender stereotypes and keep us in our "lanes."
• Divorce & The "Unpleasant" Truth. A classic moment of British understatement as Mark calls a painful divorce "unpleasant," leading Jack to question, "Is that it?!" Marc clarifies: for a Brit, "unpleasant" means "absolutely awful." We explore the real-world impact of midlife divorce and differing forms of violence.
• The "Blue Sky Rebellion" for Boys. Jack introduces his vision for boys and young men, arguing they face unique struggles without cultural support. He calls for a "rebellion" to foster their personal growth and mental health.
• Whose Suffering Matters Most? The debate escalates into a direct confrontation about prioritizing societal suffering, including male suicide rates, and whether society is blind to certain gender disadvantages.

This episode offers unfiltered insight into the complexities of gender, power, and sexism. A must-listen for anyone brave enough to challenge their assumptions about male privilege, women's roles, and societal expectations.

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