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Men Are Checking Out From School, Work, Relationships, Even Life | What’s Really Behind The Decline?

Men Are Checking Out From School, Work, Relationships, Even Life | What’s Really Behind The Decline?11 Nov 202551 min

<p>In this conversation, Josh and Corey explore the challenges men face today, including the dynamics of friendship, cultural representations, political support, and educational paths. They discuss how societal expectations and cultural shifts have impacted men's lives, leading to feelings of isolation and a lack of support. The conversation highlights the importance of addressing these issues and fostering a supportive environment for men. <br />Josh and Corey explore various themes surrounding gender roles, dating dynamics, and the impact of technology on modern relationships. They discuss the representation of women in traditionally male-dominated fields, the dangers associated with specific jobs, and the shifting preferences of men in the workforce. </p><p>00:00 Introduction and Friendship Dynamics<br />05:57 Cultural Depictions of Men<br />11:59 Political Will and Support for Men<br />17:55 Education and Career Paths for Men<br />23:58 Friendship Recession and Isolation<br />24:02 The Role of Women in Male-Dominated Fields<br />26:00 Dangerous Jobs and Gender Representation<br />28:56 The Shift in Men's Work Preferences<br />31:23 Men's Internal Struggles in Dating<br />34:07 The Evolution of Dating Norms<br />39:47 The Impact of Dating Apps on Relationships<br />42:48 Political Affiliations and Dating Dynamics<br />46:58 The Challenges of Modern Youth and Technology</p><p>Follow us at: <br />LinkTree: https://linktr.ee/secondstorypodcast<br />Insta: https://www.instagram.com/secondstorypod/<br />TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@second.story.podc<br />Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100093169098270</p><p>Follow Josh Cybulski at:</p><p>Insta: https://www.instagram.com/authorjoshcybulski/<br />Twitter: https://twitter.com/AuthorJCybulski<br />Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jfactor12<br />Buy Josh’s Book: https://www.amazon.ca/Second-Story-Work-Josh-Cybulski/dp/B08JF5M3MN/ref=tmm_pap_swatch_0?_encoding=UTF8&amp;qid=1706931882&amp;sr=8-1<br />Listen to Josh’s Audiobook Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/second-story-work-the-novel/id1712487814</p><p>Follow Corey Leckie at:</p><p>Insta: https://www.instagram.com/leckie_corey/<br />Business Insta: https://www.instagram.com/frameworks_media</p><p>Credits: Original Music By Recent Rumors</p><p>Follow Recent Rumors:</p><p>Find the track Coka here: (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LMvpwncgwC0)<br />Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/recentrumors/?hl=en<br />Stuck In My Head al