men's rights Archives - Dan Griffin https://dangriffin.com/tag/mens-rights/ A Man's Way - Helping Men Be Better Men Wed, 10 Oct 2018 01:37:54 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.4.3 Episode 46: One Step Back, Two Steps Forward https://dangriffin.com/man-rules-podcast-gender-equality/ Mon, 15 Jan 2018 10:54:05 +0000 https://dangriffin.com/?p=7089 Was 2017 the year of the woman? It certainly could be seen that way. We watched a presidential election cycle that featured the first female party nominee for president. We watched many women (and some men) come forward about their...

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The Man Rules podcast, episode 46, One Step Back, Two Steps Forward, Dan Griffin, Andrea SaucedaWas 2017 the year of the woman? It certainly could be seen that way. We watched a presidential election cycle that featured the first female party nominee for president. We watched many women (and some men) come forward about their experiences with discrimination, harassment, sexual assault and abuse at the hands of some of our nation’s most prominent and powerful men. We’ve seen women pointing out injustices and fighting for gender equality from the streets of Washington, D.C. to the stage at the Golden Globes.

The times are changing for sure. And, while hardly anyone would argue that these changes aren’t positive, it’s also true that change almost always brings with it some level of fear and uncertainty. Even the most open-minded, conscientious, and equality-loving man may wonder where all of this leaves him, and to navigate relationships with women in both his personal and professional life going forward…well, it can be quite a bit overwhelming. And confusing.

In this episode, Dan and Andrea Sauceda, the Executive Producer of The Man Rules podcast talk about their own perceptions of the progress being made toward gender equality and how men and women can bridge the gap.  

Practical and Tactical Tips

  1. Don’t be afraid of anger. It can be a signal that there’s a real injustice to reckon. But, don’t let the anger dictate your actions. Accept it, feel it, then pause and think about where the anger is coming from, and consciously decide on the best action to take.
  2. Don’t be afraid of discomfort. We have to start having more real and honest conversations among men and women about our experiences and our perceptions of one another. That’s going to get weird sometimes. But, don’t avoid it, because if you do, you’ll miss any amazing opportunity to learn and grow. Practice sitting with discomfort by seeking out and following people and publications on social media that advocate for the opposite of your particular political views.
  3. Don’t be afraid to speak up. (When and where it’s physically and emotionally safe for you to do so.)  The root of positive change is truth.

About Our Guest

Andrea Sauceda is a writer, marketing professional, amateur sociologist, and professional dork. Outside of her 9 to 5 day job, she helps Dan manage The Man Rules podcast, reads a lot, knits dishcloths, and worries too much about the downfalls of our society.

Mentioned In This Episode

Rebecca Traister on the coming #MeToo backlash

#MeToo Is Changing Minds

David Bowie and Rock ‘n’ Roll’s Statutory Rape Problem

Sarah Silverman Asks: ‘ Can You Love Someone Who Did Bad Things?’

Al Franken’s defiant, unapologetic resignation speech

Bill Clinton: A Reckoning

Harvey Weinstein scandal: a complete list of the 84 accusers

Eight women say Charlie Rose harassed them with nudity, groping and lewd calls

Rep. John Conyers, Jr. resigns over sexual harassment allegations after a half-century in Congress

I Asked Men’s Rights Activists and a Pick-Up Artist About The Weinstein Fallout

Lindy West On How Rape Joke Proponents Paved The Way For Trump

“For the master’s tools will never dismantle the master’s house.” – Audre Lorde

Episode 41: Gender Jiu-Jitsu with Dr. Jamie Marich

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