Malestrum's core beliefs and guiding principles
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
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’
A raw and honest video by Alex Wei on why he regrets voting for Trump in 2024. This piece dives into political disillusionment, broken promises, and what it means to think for yourself.
🎙️ 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
🎮 Welcome back to Malestrum — the podcast where a Boomer dad and his Gen Z son unpack what it means to grow up, screw up, and figure things out in a rapidly changing world. In this episode, Barry and Griffin tackle the growing conversation around gaming addiction, especially among Gen Z
A Resource Guide for the Gen Z Male (Abridged Edition) Cut through the noise and get straight to what matters. This compact guide from Malestrum tackles the real challenges Gen Z men face today—identity, mental health, purpose, relationships, modern masculinity, and the fast-changing world of tech, gaming, and AI.
🎙️ Welcome back to Malestrum — a podcast where a Boomer dad and his Gen Z son dive deep into the turbulent waters of modern masculinity. In this second episode, Barry (73) and Griffin (23) tackle a subject that hits close to home for both: mental health, masculinity, and the power of
🎙️ Welcome to Malestrum — a podcast where a Boomer dad and his Gen Z son tackle the big questions facing young men today. In this premiere episode, Barry (73) and Griffin (23) introduce Malestrum — a father–son project born out of honest conversations and a desire to understand masculinity in the
Barry & Griffin Rutherford launch Malestrum with intergenerational dialogue on modern masculinity.”
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