Show Notes
Richie Hardcore works in the community as a public speaker, consultant, educator and advocate. His work discusses the intersections between masculinity, mental health, pornography, social media, sex and consent and how we can end sexual and domestic violence. He works extensively with schools and communities in Aotearoa New Zealand and Australia
He has a Master's degree in Sociology and is an ongoing champion of the New Zealand Ministry of Social Development’s ‘Change is Possible’ anti-domestic violence campaign.
He was a multiple New Zealand Muay Thai champion, and now that he has retired from fighting, he is a gym owner, coach, and trainer. He uses Muay Thai and Kickboxing as a pathway for conversations about healthy masculinity for people who are in the criminal justice system, are in alternative education or are in alcohol and drug rehabilitation.
The conversation delves into Richie's journey and we discuss the influence of the Me Too movement, social media, and combat sports on masculinity and relationships.
Additionally, we addresses the engagement of youth and the impact of socialization online. The conversation covers the influence of social media on masculinity, body image, and mental health, as well as the negative effects of pornography on sexual behavior.
We dive into the challenges of parenting in the digital age, co-parenting, step-parenting, and the impact of martial arts on children. Additionally, it explores the legacy and rewards of fatherhood.
Takeaways Healthy Masculinity Impact of Social Media Youth Engagement Impact of social media on body image and mental health Role of pornography in shaping perceptions of sex and relationships
Chapters 00:00 Youth Engagement and Socialization Online 43:36 Negative Effects of Pornography and Sexual Behavior 51:23 Becoming a Father and Parenting Experience 01:02:11 Martial Arts and Parenting 01:08:59 Legacy and Reward of Fatherhood
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