EP 221: Deconstructing Schoolboy Masculinity & Why Boys Are Failing Featuring Matt Pinkett

School masculinity expert Matt Pinkett reveals the seven impossible standards burdening teen boys—from body perfection to effortless grades—and shows how hidden teacher bias breeds angry, lonely young men. Discover evidence-based tools for parents, teachers and coaches to boost boys’ mental health, healthy masculinity and classroom success—hit play and join the conversation now!   Matt Pinkett is a teacher, speaker, and writer specialising in masculinity, education, and male mental health. He helps schools and young people explore healthier models of masculinity — challenging toxic norms while championing kindness, vulnerability, and emotional intelligence. Matt is the co-author of Boys Don’t Try? and has appeared on Channel 4, Sky News, BBC Radio 4, BBC Radio 5, and been featured in The Guardian, The Times, and the New York Post. He delivers talks and training across the UK, helping schools become more inclusive spaces for boys without reinforcing harmful stereotypes. KEY TOPICS:   ⭐ Schoolboy Masculinity Vs The Fear Of Looking Feminine ⭐ Teachers’ Unconscious Biases Against Boys ⭐ How Boys Are Penalized For Showing Effort ⭐ Male Anger - Stigmatized Instead Of Managed ⭐ The Emotional Impact Of Peer Pressure On Boys ⭐ Romantic Success As A Source Of Validation For Teenage Boys ⭐ The Lack Of Female Friendships In Male’s Lives  ⭐ Incel Culture - Stemming From Loneliness And Insecurity ⭐ The Netflix Series “Adolescence” And Its Social Impact ⭐ Empathy And Connection Vs Toxic Masculinity ⭐ Listening Free Of Judgment - A Key To Helping Boys Out    Connect With David - The Authentic Man:   Breaking The Chains Of Avoidance Starts 22nd April: https://www.theauthenticman.net/breaking-the-chains-of-avoidance-programme-2025  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theauthenticman_/  Website: https://www.theauthenticman.net/  For Coaching: hello@theauthenticman.net  Newsletter: https://www.theauthenticman.net/home-subscribe    Connect With Маtt Pinkett:   Website: https://allearssite.wordpress.com/ Twitter: https://x.com/Positivteacha Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bloketowoke/