In this episode Mike and Josiah hopped on Instagram live to discuss masculinity in the modern era and what men can do to improve. There was also a surprise appearance from tiktok phenom and friend of the podcast, @Jordanrmure.
00:47- Intro
06:47- Simps vs "Alpha males"
09:37- What makes a beta male?
12:17- Aspects of masculinity that aren't shown in society
15:47- The one thing that encompasses masculinity as a whole
20:37- You cannot demand respect but you can command it through your energy
25:17- Would you consider yourself to have Divine Masculinity?
27:07- You don't have to know your purpose initially but you should be working to figure it out.
31:17 Role models that can influence us in the wrong way.
34:02- Misconceptions on masculinity
37:27- Defining toxic masculinity in society
39:47- Flexing doesn't make you matter more
42:07- What do we really view as a positive lifestyle
45:37- The lack of knowledge and positive influence in the Black community
48:37 Masculinity today is confused with violence
54:15 Black men in society don't typically use their masculinity the right way
1:00:47- Slavery tactics still present today
1:04:47- Negative traits of "Alpha males"
1:07:47- Your childhood alters your future masculinity
1:10:47- Mental strength and fighting through life
1:11:47- Different types of expression
1:16:47- There are so many things that you can do other than desiring the flashy lifestyles. ( Rappers, athletes, etc)
1:19:23- Professional athletes can be used as puppets
1:21:47- When will the flashy lifestyle become uncool
1:24:47- We hope that higher powers in society will bring us to their level
1:26:47 Why do we do good just to be rewarded.
