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To Be A Boy

To Be A Boy
Mental Health
Masculinity
Parenting
Friendship
Loneliness
Andrew Tate
Misogyny
Male Identity
Male Privilege
Manosphere
Adolescence
Pornography
Toxic Masculinity
Gender Roles
Feminism
Men's Mental Health
Boys
2024
Child Development
Gen Z

Ever wondered how to navigate raising boys in this bonkers world? Enter To Be A Boy', where hosts Joeli Brearley and Elliott Rae tackle the murky waters of masculinity and boyhood. From societal stereotypes to the influence of porn, they provide a candid take on raising well-rounded boys. Expect personal anecdotes, belly laughs, and deep dives as they dismantle harmful clichés and champion honest ... more

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From body image and the pressure to provide, to violence, vulnerability and viral masculinity myths—this episode dives deep into the challenges boys face and how we can support them. Elliott and Joeli chat with Dan Guinness and Ben Hurst from Beyond ... more

In this powerful and practical episode, Joeli and Elliott sit down with parenting coach and founder of Parenting Boys Peacefully, Tosha Schore, to tackle one of the toughest topics: aggression in boys.

From meltdowns and morning chaos to verbal out... more

We’re back! Joeli and Elliott catch up after summer, swap stories about Welsh golf buggies and nudist beaches, and reflect on the emotional rollercoaster of raising boys and returning to school, expect a few tears. Joeli shares her new venture, Growt... more

Health educator and author Christopher Pepper joins Joeli and Elliott to talk puberty, masculinity, gaming, anger, love, and what to do when your son might be Googling “how to get bigger muscles.” From emotional literacy to ethical decision-making, t... more

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Recent Guests

Tosha Schore
Founder of Parenting Boys Peacefully, advocate for raising emotionally intelligent boys
Parenting Boys Peacefully
Episode: Out with Aggression: Raising Sweet Boys with Tosha Schore
Christopher Pepper
Best-selling author and health educator in San Francisco schools
San Francisco Unified School District
Episode: From Grunts to Growth: Talking Boys with Christopher Pepper
Uju Asika
Multi-award nominated vlogger, author of 'Raising Boys Who Do Better'
Episode: Raising Better Boys with Uju Asika
Chris Stein
Co-founder of Future Men, focused on supporting boys and men
Future Men
Episode: Breaking the Mold: Masculinity, Mentorship & Future Men
Owen Thomas
Co-founder of Future Men, working on mental health and well-being for boys and men
Future Men
Episode: Breaking the Mold: Masculinity, Mentorship & Future Men
Dr. Michele Borba
An internationally renowned educator, award-winning author, and parenting child expert.
NBC
Episode: Raising Boys in a Digital World with Michele Borba
Peter Kyle
Secretary of State for Science, Innovation and Technology
UK Government
Episode: Cracking the Code on Online Safety with the Rt Hon Peter Kyle
Jessica Lahey
Author and educator specialized in parenting and addiction.
The Atlantic, The Washington Post, The New York Times
Episode: Addiction, Parenting, and Jessica Lahey
Josh Sargent
15-year-old secondary school student and author writing about the impact of red pill masculinity.
Episode: Teenage Wisdom: Josh Sargent vs. The Manosphere

Hosts

Elliott Rae
Co-host with a background in education and advocacy, often sharing personal anecdotes related to parenting and boyhood issues.
Joeli Brearley
Co-host and creative consultant with a focus on parenting boys, often providing insights into emotional and mental health aspects.

Reviews

4.6 out of 5 stars from 147 ratings
  • Finding their voice

    I think they are finding their voice as a new podcast, and have found episodes to improve over time. Format struggles a bit, and doesn’t always flow smoothly. Overall a worthy listen as a new mother to a boy and feel like this content is much needed. I look forward to seeing how they evolve and grow over time!

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    ewalk7198
    United States6 months ago
  • Great guests, discussing important issues

    Elliott and Joeli are a great combination, I like the banter between them. But it’s the guests so far that have made this a great listen. The four-parter on Adolescence in particular is really good. Looking forward to more!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Tallcmp172
    United Kingdom6 months ago
  • Thank you

    Thank you so much for creating this podcast!! I am a mum of 3 boys and I am determined to raise the next generation of happy, grounded, kind and connected boys. For the world to be a better place for all boys and girls and future adults! We need this so much! So very excited to follow this! 🔥🙏🙏🙏

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Popcast_for_kids
    United Kingdom6 months ago
  • Hoping you go deeper

    I’m 1.5 episodes in and it all feels a bit Blue Peter so far. Planning to persevere because the topic is so important to me but really hoping you both go on a steep learning curve as the series progresses. Ep 1 you say the idea partly came from MeToo and basically wanting to avoid bringing up a predator. Hmmm. Ep2 you show dismay at the global DEI climbdown - policies which are literally about assuming males have ‘privilege’ and must be deprioritised. As things stand I am not convinced you’re th... more

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    Bonbonbons585
    United Kingdom6 months ago
  • Love most of the content, frustratingly heteronormative

    I love the premise of this podcast and thoroughly enjoyed the first episode.

    The second I struggled to engage with.

    The descriptions of relationship dynamics particularly in the intro were exclusively about hetro cis couples. It felt exclusive and not really good enough for 2025

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    LouLaabelle
    United Kingdom7 months ago

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Some critiques mention occasional disjointedness in episode flow and highlight a desire for deeper exploration of topics.
Positively highlights the importance of raising boys with emotional intelligence and understanding identity issues.
Listeners appreciate the mix of humor and serious discussions surrounding sensitive topics. They see the value in the show's goal to create supportive dialogue around boyhood.

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Redefining Roles and Relationships with Beyond Equality
Q: What would you say to parents listening who have sons?
Keep communication open and engage with your sons about their internal world actively, encouraging discussion about social media and their experiences.
Redefining Roles and Relationships with Beyond Equality
Q: What do you think healthy masculinity looks like?
Healthy masculinity involves causing no harm to yourself or others and allowing individuals space to define their own identities away from societal expectations.
Out with Aggression: Raising Sweet Boys with Tosha Schore
Q: What strategies should parents use to stop the escalation of anger?
The strategies involve connection-based tools like special time and humor, as well as proactive measures ahead of any outbursts.
Out with Aggression: Raising Sweet Boys with Tosha Schore
Q: How do we know when anger that our sons are displaying is just normal, kind of growing up boy behavior that they're going to work through and hopefully grow out of and manage as they get older?
It's considered normal if it's infrequent and doesn't disrupt the household, but if it's daily and intense, it needs attention.
Out with Aggression: Raising Sweet Boys with Tosha Schore
Q: What advice would you give to parents when their kids are going nuts, how can they hold space for them?
It's important to keep everyone safe and to go in and protect things if necessary, modeling calmness and allowing feelings to be expressed.

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Addresses the often challenging yet crucial journey of raising boys in today's society, this series offers a refreshing perspective on masculinity and boyhood. Through candid discussions, the hosts navigate a variety of relevant issues, including societal stereotypes, emotional well-being, and the challenges faced by boys as they transition into adulthood. Each episode features expert guests and personal anecdotes that reveal the complexities of modern parenting, striving to create a supportive and open environment for parents and boys alike. Audiences can expect humor, heartfelt moments, and invaluable insights into fostering healthy development and positive masculinity for the next generation.

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1. Tosha Schore
2. Christopher Pepper
3. Uju Asika
4. Chris Stein
5. Owen Thomas
6. Dr. Michele Borba
7. Peter Kyle
8. Jessica Lahey

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