The Masculinity Playbook is a Trap: How Patriarchy Hurts Men & Women

In this episode of Bow Down! Reese Brown and Dennis Carlson break down the controversial “10 Things Women Always Notice but Never Admit” article, and uncover the complex and layered ways that masculinity, patriarchy, and relationship expectations affect every individual. They dive into topics like toxic masculinity playbooks, alpha-male courses, dating “tests,” vulnerability, financial pressures, and modern feminism, revealing how “traditional” societal rules play into the systemic structures that keep us insecure and disconnected.

Reese and Dennis challenge the harmful narratives around masculinity showing why authenticity, self-acceptance, and rejecting the patriarchy are the real keys to healthy relationships. Whether you’re navigating dating, personal growth, or gender dynamics, this episode exposes the games people play—and why you don ...