Join host Aaron Renn and cultural diagnostician Dr. John Seel in this thought-provoking podcast episode as they dive into the crisis of masculinity, the unraveling of modern culture, and the path to aspirational manhood. From the influence of sociologists like James Davison Hunter and Peter Berger to the societal implications of nihilism and technology, this conversation explores headwater issues shaping families, society, and civilization. Dr. Seel also introduces his new book, Aspirational Masculinity, offering a bold vision for men rooted in faith and purpose. Don’t miss this engaging discussion that challenges conventional narratives and calls for a renewed understanding of what it means to be a man today.

CHAPTERS:
(0:00:01 - Introduction and Welcome)
(0:00:49 - Dr. John Seel on Masculinity)
(0:01:31 - Working with James Davison Hunter and Oz Guinness)
(0:08:23 - The Cultural Inflection Point: Nihilism and Modernity)
(0:11:10 - Technology’s Acceleration vs. Cultural Decline)
(0:13:41 - Power, Authority, and Nietzschean Nihilism)
(0:22:03 - The Crisis of Masculinity: A Headwater Issue)
(0:26:51 - Framing the Masculinity Problem)
(0:31:16 - Identity Formation: Postmodern, Modern, and Biblical Views)
(0:39:37 - Aspirational Masculinity and Christ-Centered Identity)
(0:49:01 - Grace, Nature, and Masculinity)
(0:58:14 - The Parable of the Talents and Agency)
(1:03:28 - The Marines: A Secular Model for Identity)
(1:09:50 - Final Thoughts on a Positive Vision for Masculinity)
(1:11:18 - Book Announcement: Aspirational Masculinity)

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