| Description | Part two of our community conversation delves deeper into the introduction to the manosphere with a focus on online radicalization among young men. Reid Brown's narrative unveils the journey he embarked on at the age of 13, innocently browsing YouTube videos after school. As the algorithm began steering him toward increasingly contentious content, Brown found himself submerged in a realm where a gateway for extremist ideologies, exploiting vulnerable youths like Brown, is fomenting. This discussion will elucidate how the progression from seemingly harmless videos to darker online communities can trap young men seeking belonging and empowerment. What is the counterbalance of nurturing safe environments for young men to explore their emotions and challenge harmful norms? |
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