We Not Me
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Episode 84 - Detoxifying masculinity
Show Notes
The world needs healthier models of masculinity. By incorporating diverse perspectives and acknowledging the impact of sociological, biological, and personal factors, we can work towards creating a more inclusive and compassionate understanding of masculinity. This can have a profound impact on the way teams work together. Richie Hardcore is well known for his contributions to promoting healthier models of masculinity. Richie has a personal journey of healing and unpacking childhood trauma, which has shaped his work in understanding and addressing issues related to masculinity. He works as a speaker, mentor, and advocate, focusing on topics like consent, sexual and domestic violence, and mental health. Richie incorporates his background in combat sports to engage hard-to-reach audiences and facilitate conversations on healthy masculinity. He aims to challenge societal norms and encourage inclusive and compassionate understandings of masculinity.
Takeaways from Dan and Pia
Three reasons to listen
- To understand the sociological, biological, and personal factors that shape our understanding of gender roles
- To work towards a more inclusive and compassionate understanding of masculinity for healthier relationships
- To learn about the challenges and work being done to address issues like violence against women and girls, mental health, and social dynamics related to masculinity
Episode highlights
- [00:10:08] Why are men more prone to violence?
- [00:15:57] Male aggression in team settings
- [00:20:53] A new model of masculinity
- [00:24:56] Multicultural attitudes towards masculinity
- [00:28:18] The online push towards toxic masculinity
- [00:32:39] Social media's role in division
- [00:37:14] Richie's recommendations for change
- [00:39:16] Takeaways from Pia and Dan
Links
- Connect with Richie via LinkedIn
- White Ribbon Australia
- White Ribbon UK
- Testosterone: The story of the hormone that dominates and divides us, by Carole Hooven
- Of Boys and Men: Why the modern male is struggling, why it matters, and what to do about it, by Richard Reeves
- What About Men?, by Caitlin Moran
- Asking for it – Richie’s TV documentary
- Leave us a voice note
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Meet the guests
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Richie Hardcore is a board member at White Ribbon New Zealand, Ministry of Social Development ‘It’s Not Ok’ Champion, working to end men’s violence against women. He is an educator and public speaker, focusing on exploring masculinity and ending rape culture, sexual and family violence. He also speaks passionately about mental health and wellness, and as a former alcohol and drug harm reduction community worker, on how we can address AOD issues in our society. He was a radio host at Auckland’s 95bfm for 15 years, conducting interviews with politicians, personalities and musicians alike, as well as DJing music. He also was a rotating host of NewsTalk ZB’s mental health talk back radio show ‘The Nutters Club’, and today is a regular feature on shows such as TVNZ breakfast as a social commentator. A retired former multiple Muay Thai Champion, with over 25 years in martial arts, Richie is now a trainer, having helped some of New Zealand’s most accomplished fighters achieve their goals.
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