#ourboystoo in radio 4, toxic masculinity

[NeurotrashWarrior]

I think I have some reservations about some of the language here but as the mum of two boys I do recognise what they're trying to say.

There's a fine line between whataboutery and restrictive or negative gender stereotypes that damage young boys, as it does with girls too.

www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/m0002r3v

Refreshing responses to the term "boys will be boys" by young teen boys. That it's damaging to the boys and gives the impression they can do what they want.

Seems to be mostly around looking at changing language and stereotypes.

Interesting discussion around consent in the programme.

I would go so far as to say boys are being radicalised in plain sight to commit acts of violence and terrorism against women.

I'm not sure #metoo is the right analogy. But I definitely think that boys are vulnerable individuals who are being groomed

Glosswitch is on too

Ooh is she! Fab!

My own wee boy has interrupted listening a bit, going to have to catch up.

One thing I've hated though, he's on the more podgy side of babydom and so many people (strangers) have called him a 'bruiser.'

I know they would have never called a daughter this.

Placemarking to listen later