Opinion | ‘What Is the Point of Men in the 21st Century?’

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American males and boys are struggling — in schooling, employment, relationships and psychological well being. However simply citing the right way to deal with the “disaster of masculinity” is politically polarized dynamite. In mild of that, is there any hope for options? On this episode of “Matter of Opinion,” trad bros, sports activities automobiles and mobsters in remedy.
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“Matter of Opinion” was produced this week by Sophia Alvarez Boyd, Phoebe Lett and Derek Arthur. It was edited by Stephanie Joyce and Annie-Rose Strasser. Mixing by Carole Sabouraud and Pat McCusker. Unique music by Pat McCusker, Sonia Herrero, Isaac Jones, Efim Shapiro and Carole Sabouraud. Truth-checking by Kate Sinclair and Michelle Harris. Particular because of Shannon Busta and Kristina Samulewski.