Alexander Landgraf, The University of Chicago

This classic novel interweaves the ambivalence of sexuality and the intricacies of love in a way that remains relevant to readers today. 

Saba Bazzi, Wayne State University

He succeeded at captivating a fringe group of wannabe alpha-males — the question is, how?

Alina Edwards, Wellesley College

Brad Pitt’s bloody action comedy proposes a new kind of hero but is bogged down by a predictable plot. Still, one thing’s for sure: This train ride will keep you glued to your seat.

Kwami Maranga, Binghamton University

While recent releases may be following larger trends, the music also reveals something interesting about a genre defined by love songs.

Virginia Beall, Elon University

Time and time again, the franchise has proven that it cannot change its toxic, white, heterosexual and Christian messaging.

Amandine Shadia, The University of Arizona Global Campus

It is important to recognize when the people around you are not treating you right. These are some red flags to look for.

Michael Slade, University of Texas at San Antonio

If you want to find true balance in your life, it is important to find balance within yourself.

Jake Sanders, Rhodes College

Gendered constraints have only become tighter for men since the ideology was introduced, and many are arguing for its end due to the damage it causes to self-perception.

Benjamin Chen, Columbia University

Toxic masculinity and the importance of filial piety in Chinese families are put on display in this popular reality TV series.

Karen Lu, Yale University

The K-pop group presents an image that breaks away from traditional gender norms and propels us into a new era of self-love and acceptance.

Eva McCarthy Mínguez, Stony Brook University

The romance genre has mostly been composed of female writers who cater to women. But today I’m here to recommend a novel by a male writer that is catered to … well, everyone.

Sarah Gudenau, Oakland University

Is the newest social media fad a role-defying gender transgression or just another reinforcement of machismo?

Emily Jewett, University of San Diego

Even though genderfluid men’s fashion feels groundbreaking, it’s been around for quite a while.

Nnekakwo Adibe, Lesley University

Some want us to separate the art from the artist, but that doesn’t remove the sexism, misogyny, toxicity and depraved messages about love, sex, drugs and women present in his work.

Benjamin Chen, Columbia University

This Netflix reality TV show focuses on the lives of West Coast real estate agents, but the social issues buried within it are anything but glamorous.

Emily Jewett, University of San Diego

This slang term criticizes men who are nice to their partners instead of being more ‘dominant.’ It needs to stop for the sake of healthy relationships.

Brian Xi, University of California, Berkeley

Many men are afraid showing more skin will cause their masculinity to take a hit, but short shorts are sending toxic masculinity out the window.

Kaitlyn Nuebel, University of Pittsburgh

These influencers are breaking down typical male stereotypes by exhibiting vulnerability on their popular YouTube channel and podcast.

Ailun Shi, UC Berkeley

Everyone has heard of toxic masculinity’s pressure on men to conform. But this trend can be just as damaging to women.

Alyssa Alexander, SUNY Buffalo State

The fourth season of the HBO comedy-drama focuses on Issa and Molly’s friendship, as well as important issues like toxic masculinity and postpartum depression. Let’s discuss.

Alyssa Alexander, SUNY Buffalo State

Society is redefining what it means to be masculine and feminine. What does that mean for a culture rooted in gender roles?

Sarah Stager, University of Pittsburgh

Although immensely popular, a few shows seem to conflate romance and abuse.

Rose Younglove, University of Michigan, Ann Arbor

How does this idea manifest itself in TV and film?

Chris Meng, Pomona College

The iconic sitcom has left Netflix and with it goes great comedic moments, lovable characters and some of the show’s problematic components.

Cameron Rapata, Columbia College Chicago

It’s refreshing to have men like this to look up to.

Victoria Macias, University of California, San Diego

Sensitivity > machismo.

Candace Baker, University of Texas at Austin

Male behavior is, after all, the cause of the #MeToo movement.

Jamie Lovley, University of Maine

Move over machismo, there’s a new type of man in town.

Monica Petrucci, Emerson College

While the women of #MeToo hold each other up, Crews’ fellow men are trying to tear him down.

Tylah Silva, Emerson College

Geeky guys who pride themselves on fighting stereotypical masculinity with their intelligence are actually just reconfigurations of their jock predecessors.