One of the subjects I come back to fairly often is the idea of toxic masculinity. It’s something that I personally feel is important to talk about because of how much it directly affects men and makes our lives that much harder and that much worse. However, whenever we talk about masculinity in any form, there is such a regular response from people, in the comments and on twitter and elsewhere, that you can practically set your watch by it: “when are you going to talk about toxic femininity?” And you know what? Fine. Buckle up folks, 'cuz we're doing this. Show Highlights: Why nobody can agree on a definition of "toxic femininity"  What we don't understand about toxic masculinity... and how that affects how we see femininity Who gets to define what is or isn't toxic behavior What are the differences between "toxic" forms of manhood vs. womenhood What is the source of toxic femininity ...and so much more. Related Links:  The Selling of Masculinity What is Toxic Masculinity?  How Men Make Women Feel Unsafe  Why Is It So Hard To Be A Good Man  Nerd Role Models: Captain America and Non-Toxic Masculinity  Don’t forget to subscribe and review us on iTunes , Stitcher and on YouTube. Like the podcast? Become a Dr. NerdLove patron at Patreon.com/DrNerdLove Want more dating advice? Check out my books at www.www.doctornerdlove.com/books