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Malestrum: Cringe Culture

Description Welcome back to Malestrum. In this episode, Barry and Griffin tackle the evolving phenomenon of cringe culture—how Gen Z uses memes, slang, and online ridicule as both a form of entertainment and a coded social language. From YouTube cringe compilations of the 2010s to TikTok’s obsession with

Malestrum: Crazy Job Market

In this episode of Malestrum, Barry and Griffin tackle one of the most pressing questions facing graduates today: where are the jobs? Barry reflects on his own career path in the 1970s, when long-term employment at major corporations often meant stability, pensions, and predictable growth. He contrasts that with Griffin’

Malestrum: Impacts of AI

Malestrum: AI — Hype, Hope & Hard Truths 🎙️ Welcome to Malestrum — a podcast where a Boomer dad and his Gen Z son tackle the big questions facing young men today. In this episode, Barry (73) and Griffin (23) take on one of the most disruptive forces of our time: Artificial Intelligence.

Lost Boys Ep1

We’re featuring Lost Boys Ep1: "Young Men Are Struggling" because it resonates deeply with our theme—exploring loneliness, lost direction, and what modern masculinity needs today. Featuring Richard Reeves, this episode helps us begin a conversation grounded in both empathy and inquiry. Episode Description Lost Boys Ep

Malestrum: Red Pill Syndrome

🎙️ Welcome to Malestrum — a podcast where a Boomer dad and his Gen Z son tackle the big questions facing young men today. In this episode, Barry (73) and Griffin (23) dive into Red Pill Syndrome — the online phenomenon that promises “truth” and community but often delivers isolation, monetization schemes, and