10. How Can We Rethink Masculinity to Build Safer, More Compassionate Communities? — With Lewis Weblock, Educator and Specialist in Masculinities
Description
“Big boys don’t cry.” What if that’s where the harm begins?
In a world flooded with toxic influencers and confusingmessages about what it means to “be a man,” Lewis Weblock is doing something different.
He’s bringing honest, compassionate, and critical conversations about masculinity into classrooms—working with young people of all genders and the educators who guide them.
In this episode, we explore:
🔹 Why the “manosphere” speaks to so many young men
🔹 How to build safer spaces without shame or blame
🔹 The power of compassion and accountability intransforming culture
🔹 How race, class, and mental health shape masculinity inschool settings
Want to know more?
- More info on Lewis’ work: https://www.lewiswedlock.com/
- His new book: https://www.amazon.co.uk/Masculinities-Schools-Lewis-Wedlock-ebook/dp/B0F54BCBZJ?ref_=ast_author_mpb
Additional resources and bibliography areavailable at: https://www.fightingrapeculture.com/podcast
Social Media: @FightingRapeCulture (on IG, FB &LinkedIn)
Trigger Warning: This podcast discusses topics related tosexual and gender-based violence. Listener discretion is advised.
Disclaimer: This podcast is for educational purposes only.
Music: "Summer walk" by Olexy
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