Summary

In 2024, conservative-leaning online spaces emphasizing traditional masculinity gained mainstream influence, driven by figures like Joe Rogan and trends like the “tradwife” movement.

Platforms like X, under Elon Musk’s ownership, became hubs for anti-“woke” sentiment, while podcasting further amplified right-wing ideas.

This cultural shift mirrored Trump’s election victory and reflected backlash against progressive gender norms.

Though some view these spaces as promoting traditional values, critics warn of growing misogyny and radicalization in the “manosphere.”

The rise of such spaces highlights deepening political polarization online.

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    2 days ago

    This and the comment I replied to remind me of thinking I was so cool as a teenager for not listening to popular music.

    In other words, both comments wear fedoras

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        2 days ago

        No, it’s the guy telling the preacher on the street corner that his “REPENT NOW” sign is really corny

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          2 days ago

          More than a little bit dramatic, I would say. I would translate their intent to “anyone else like not knowing about this shit?”

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      2 days ago

      That seems like a you problem, bud.

      Knowing nonsense vs knowing useful info, I’ll pick useful any day of the week. But, you do you.

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        2 days ago

        You might not hear it (because it’s not useful info!) but everyone in the world is clapping and cheering for you :)

        A new level of cool has finally been achieved!