How big tech is pushing teens into the misogynistic ‘manosphere’
Teenage boys have always had a certain reputation for rowdiness, but there’s something different going on in our schools. Fuelled by toxic influencers, misogynistic behaviour is getting worse. So, how bad is it, and how do we stop it?
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Is Stockholm syndrome a sexist myth?
'Stockholm Syndrome' is a phrase we use to describe people in toxic relationships. But have you ever considered the first case? This week, meet the woman behind this dubious diagnosis.
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Adulting is hard. Should schools be teaching essential life skills?
Oh, adulthood. Suddenly you're a Jack (or Jill) of all trades, negotiating tax returns and changing tires. Many of us feel wildly unprepared. Should our parents have passed down these skills? Or could schools or social media fill in the blanks?
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The controversial and very male history of naming body parts
Fallopian tubes. The G-spot. Skene’s glands. Why are so many female body parts named after shady white men... and should that change?
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The ‘hard men’ behind the Israel-Iran war, and why Trump's involved
Missiles are flying, nuclear sites have been bombed, and Donald Trump is vowing to “Make Iran Great Again”. Why do Israel and Iran hate each other? Who are the men in charge? And how much is ego fuelling this war?
Quick Smart is the show that feeds you big ideas in bite-sized pieces. Get up to speed on some of the biggest issues from psychology, money, health, history, pop culture, in just 10 minutes. Siobhan Marin guides you through!