The problem is "Oh look, another privileged white male mansplaining feminism and why we are wrong, how droll." and that's a high bar to breach to get to the target audience, I.e. you are basically preaching to the choir, not the heathens. That was the feedback my daughter who runs in those circles provided.
Feminism: Change For Worse? – Modern Wisdom Podcast ft. Bryan Caplan (Podcast Summary)
Summary
🎯 Challenging Traditional Feminism
Bryan Caplan questions the mainstream feminist claim that society treats men more fairly than women. He advocates for using empirical evidence over assumptions, examining issues like the gender pay gap through variables like career choices and life priorities.
🧠 Men at Extremes
Caplan argues that men dominate both the top and bottom ends of societal outcomes—e.g., CEOs and homeless populations. He emphasizes examining societal outcomes rather than average comparisons.
💔 Bias in Public Sympathy and Narratives
Caplan and Williamson highlight a bias where female-centric causes gain more support and visibility than male-focused issues. They discuss how "gamma bias"—as defined by Dr. John Barry—shapes feminist discourse by overemphasizing gender in pro-female and anti-male contexts.
🛠️ Refining Feminist Approaches
Instead of generalizing gender disparities, Caplan advises analyzing individual choices and market outcomes. He also critiques how feminism can generate a sense of victimhood, which may discourage employers from hiring women due to fear of legal retaliation.
⚖️ Advocacy for Case-by-Case Evaluation
Topics like male circumcision and reintegration of mothers into the workforce should be approached individually, not with blanket ideologies. Caplan opposes promoting resentment, which he sees as counterproductive.
💬 Communication & Gender Signaling
Caplan stresses clearer communication between genders. Women should explicitly express interest, debunking the myth that others can read unspoken intentions. He suggests revisiting historical forms of signaling in modern dating.
💑 Dating Advice & Socioeconomic Dynamics
He proposes that women consider dating older men to overcome immaturity issues and socio-economic imbalances. Age is tied to maturity and wealth, potentially enhancing relationship compatibility.
🧭 Personal Agency & Locus of Control
Happiness is linked to who we choose to spend time with. Caplan encourages shifting from an external to an internal locus of control, promoting personal responsibility over self-pity.
📉 Feminism’s Unintended Consequences
Feminism may inadvertently hurt women by emphasizing grievances, which can hinder hiring opportunities and create social tension.
🗳️ Societal Hypocrisy & Prestige Politics
Caplan critiques public figures who change ideologies but maintain authority without accountability. He warns that public altruism often masks private misconduct.
📚 Final Thoughts & Resources
Caplan shares insights from his book Don't Be a Feminist, available on Amazon, and continues to challenge social norms via his blog and public appearances.
Insights Based on Numbers
📊 Gender Disparity Extremes: Men dominate both the top and bottom of society (e.g., homelessness, suicide, imprisonment)—a fact rarely addressed in feminist discourse.
📈 Education vs. Income on Fertility: Higher education correlates with lower fertility, while higher income leads to higher fertility, underscoring the complex influence of social and financial factors on family planning.
🕒 Employment Legal Fears: Businesses may avoid hiring women due to potential legal issues, showcasing unintended economic fallout of feminist-driven litigation fears.
The problem is "Oh look, another privileged white male mansplaining feminism and why we are wrong, how droll." and that's a high bar to breach to get to the target audience, I.e. you are basically preaching to the choir, not the heathens. That was the feedback my daughter who runs in those circles provided.
For those who don't have time to watch it:
Feminism: Change For Worse? – Modern Wisdom Podcast ft. Bryan Caplan (Podcast Summary)
Summary
🎯 Challenging Traditional Feminism
Bryan Caplan questions the mainstream feminist claim that society treats men more fairly than women. He advocates for using empirical evidence over assumptions, examining issues like the gender pay gap through variables like career choices and life priorities.
🧠 Men at Extremes
Caplan argues that men dominate both the top and bottom ends of societal outcomes—e.g., CEOs and homeless populations. He emphasizes examining societal outcomes rather than average comparisons.
💔 Bias in Public Sympathy and Narratives
Caplan and Williamson highlight a bias where female-centric causes gain more support and visibility than male-focused issues. They discuss how "gamma bias"—as defined by Dr. John Barry—shapes feminist discourse by overemphasizing gender in pro-female and anti-male contexts.
🛠️ Refining Feminist Approaches
Instead of generalizing gender disparities, Caplan advises analyzing individual choices and market outcomes. He also critiques how feminism can generate a sense of victimhood, which may discourage employers from hiring women due to fear of legal retaliation.
⚖️ Advocacy for Case-by-Case Evaluation
Topics like male circumcision and reintegration of mothers into the workforce should be approached individually, not with blanket ideologies. Caplan opposes promoting resentment, which he sees as counterproductive.
💬 Communication & Gender Signaling
Caplan stresses clearer communication between genders. Women should explicitly express interest, debunking the myth that others can read unspoken intentions. He suggests revisiting historical forms of signaling in modern dating.
💑 Dating Advice & Socioeconomic Dynamics
He proposes that women consider dating older men to overcome immaturity issues and socio-economic imbalances. Age is tied to maturity and wealth, potentially enhancing relationship compatibility.
🧭 Personal Agency & Locus of Control
Happiness is linked to who we choose to spend time with. Caplan encourages shifting from an external to an internal locus of control, promoting personal responsibility over self-pity.
📉 Feminism’s Unintended Consequences
Feminism may inadvertently hurt women by emphasizing grievances, which can hinder hiring opportunities and create social tension.
🗳️ Societal Hypocrisy & Prestige Politics
Caplan critiques public figures who change ideologies but maintain authority without accountability. He warns that public altruism often masks private misconduct.
📚 Final Thoughts & Resources
Caplan shares insights from his book Don't Be a Feminist, available on Amazon, and continues to challenge social norms via his blog and public appearances.
Insights Based on Numbers
📊 Gender Disparity Extremes: Men dominate both the top and bottom of society (e.g., homelessness, suicide, imprisonment)—a fact rarely addressed in feminist discourse.
📈 Education vs. Income on Fertility: Higher education correlates with lower fertility, while higher income leads to higher fertility, underscoring the complex influence of social and financial factors on family planning.
🕒 Employment Legal Fears: Businesses may avoid hiring women due to potential legal issues, showcasing unintended economic fallout of feminist-driven litigation fears.