Is Masculinity A Prison? - Mike on Open to Debate
Update: 2025-09-27
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Men are falling behind in our society, and some point to traditional ideas of masculinity as the cause. What does it mean to “be a man” today, and how do labels like toxic masculinity impact that question? For some men, masculinity is a continually evolving identity that goes beyond narrow definitions placed upon it. For others, it's a rigid set of expectations that results in emotional isolation and other negative outcomes. Now we debate: Is Masculinity A Prison?
Arguing Yes: Lux Alptraum, Writer, Journalist, and Sex Educator
Arguing No: Mike Pesca, Host of "The Gist" Podcast
Nayeema Raza, Journalist and Host of "Smart Girl Dumb Questions," is the guest moderator.
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