38. What Does It Mean to Be a “Good” Man?
Sep 07, 2025•34 min•Ep. 38
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Summary
Stephen Dubner and Angela Duckworth tackle two complex questions: defining a "good" man in an era of evolving gender dynamics and understanding how to stop obsessing over unchangeable past events. They discuss the concept of misandry in contrast to pervasive misogyny, the societal implications of "collective guilt," and the unintended side effects of policies aimed at gender equality. The conversation then pivots to rumination, exploring its psychological impact, gender differences, and adaptive coping mechanisms, including the importance of reflective processing over suppression, and how personal history can shape one's ability to move past negativity.Episode description
Also: how can you stop ruminating? This episode originally aired on February 7, 2021.
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