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In the Arena with Jackson Katz

A weekly newsletter of critique and analysis of gender politics, masculinities, media, and violence

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The Misogyny At The Heart Of Claire Keegan's ‘So Late In The Day’

I was recently asked to write a short essay about the Irish author's short story, for Dua Lipa's book club newsletter, reprinted below

Andrew Tate in His Own Words: On Men’s Rights, Anti-Feminism and How He ‘Threatens the System’

In order to understand the reasons for Tate’s popularity, and to challenge his misogyny—and the manosphere more broadly—it is critical to understand his worldview.

World Cup Identity Politics

lessons for America about race, gender, and the clash between the fantasy of right-wing populism and the reality of the global village

Graham Platner Debacle as Teachable Moment

liberal and progressive men need to address the longstanding problem of men in the movement who don't practice what they preach in their behavior toward women

Anti-Sexist Challenge to Popular Male Podcasters

In a recent video I made that got substantial play on Instagram, I called for them to initiate dialogues about what men can do to end men's violence against women.

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The Knicks, the UFC White House Cage Fight, and the World Cup

Sports play a crucial role in shaping cultural narratives around masculinities, violence, and identity

Trump’s White House UFC Fight Is a Master Class in Fake Populism

The June 14 event is less about sports than about bolstering Trump's tarnished image with his working-class male base

Barney Frank and Me

The liberal icon and I crossed paths twice, early in my career

For Better or Worse, Male Podcast Hosts Shape Modern Masculinity

It’s time they used their platforms to start conversations about men’s role in ending violence against women

Sexual Assault “Awareness” Has Been Around for Decades

What’s needed is accountable leadership and action – especially from men