I sit down with Josh to unpack what’s really happening with men today, why so many feel disconnected, and how culture, economics, and identity play into the decline we’re seeing. We get into whether men are being blamed, why institutions repel them, and how service can restore purpose, direction, and confidence.

I also ask Josh what he fears most for the next generation and what responsibility, excellence, and manhood should look like in today's world. This one will challenge you, and I hope it pushes you to think, act, and share it forward.

SHOW HIGHLIGHTS

00:00 Welcome and opening question

03:10 Crisis of connection

08:25 Are men being seen as the problem

12:40 Economics, purpose, and identity

18:05 Why institutions repel young men

23:30 Why California launched this program

28:55 The role of service

33:10 Mentoring, coaching, and responsibility

39:20 Modern politics and polarization

45:05 How men build friendships

50:10 Skills, jobs, and opportunity

56:30 What Josh fears for his sons

01:00:45 Redefining responsibility and excellence

01:05:20 Closing thoughts and how to get involved

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