Caitlin Moran on Andrew Tate and modern male role models
Caitlin Moran’s latest book sees her turn her attention onto men, and the influences, habits, and societal pressures that have shaped what it means to be a man at this point in the 21st century.
What About Men? also issues a rallying call for the embrace of a more inclusive and compassionate understanding of manhood, something which Moran joined us at the Southbank Centre on 6 July to discuss. In conversation with Jo Elvin, former editor of Glamour and YOU Magazine, the author also highlighted the rise of Andrew Tate and the context within which his brand of aggressive, toxic masculinity has flourished both online and in the real world, something you can revisit in this exclusive clip from the event.
Published in July 2023, What About Men? navigates the ever-evolving landscape of modern masculinity. It sees Moran confront the traditional gender norms head-on and dive into the complexities of what it means to be a man in today’s world. With her signature wit and insightful wisdom, the author unravels the stereotypes and societal expectations, encouraging a more inclusive and nuanced dialogue around masculinity.
‘We don’t realise that an entire generation of boys have grown up in this time, where there hasn’t been any positive talk about being a boy.’
Caitlin Moran