One of contemporary popular culture’s favourite media tropes is the attractive and mysterious ‘bad boy’. We have been taught to romanticise this character on the basis that… Read more “The trope of the ‘bad boy’”
Tag: toxic masculinity
Yes, all men
You say ‘not all men’ But you fail to realise That if you have ever Joked about violence Laughed or remained silent Begged for a nude Teased… Read more “Yes, all men”
Three dangerous stereotypes about men that perpetuate unhealthy relationships
‘Toxic masculinity’ is society’s invention. We need to recognise the things we do that promote it. When we talk about systemic violence against women, we often consider… Read more “Three dangerous stereotypes about men that perpetuate unhealthy relationships”