What Kind of Man Are You

Chris Garbutt and Degan Davis

Writers Chris Garbutt and Degan Davis take the ultimate deep dive into manhood. We will dig into masculinity in the modern era, starting with the two of us taking a long look in the mirror. We'll share our own stories of becoming and being men, and will delve into how men navigate societal expectations in an era where our very genders are controversial and contested. We would love to hear from you! Email Chris or Degan if you have any comments or suggestions! Our cover art was poorly designed by Chris, our theme music was brilliantly composed and performed by Degan. What Kind of Man Are You is a production of VQC Media. Join the mailing list for our newsletter where we will provide updates on our progress.Help us grow our podcast by buying us a coffee so we don't have to buy our own! We'll put that money towards a new computer which we desperately need!Degan is the author of the poetry collection of the same name, What Kind of Man Are You, available from Brick Books. RSSVERIFY

  1. 06/17/2025

    We're Back With a New Playbook

    Degan Davis and Chris Garbutt dive deep into the shifting landscape of politics, identity, and humanity, and what it means for men's roles today. With the world rapidly changing, they discuss the need for agile responses, the importance of small gestures, and ways to support affected communities. From exploring the state of masculinity to brainstorming actions that can make a difference, this episode is a clarion call for meaningful engagement and courage. Tune in to join the conversation on how to rethink masculinity, fight for justice, and feel a little less alone in the chaos. You can buy Degan's book at Brick Books. Also, we need funds to keep us going - watch for a new campaign this summer! For now, feel free to to support our mission to be the best men we can be, and buy us a coffee so we can throw our latte-sipping budget at new technology! Let us know what you think! Contact Degan or Chris directly. We'd love to hear your thoughts and ideas for future episodes. 00:00 Welcome to Season Two 01:30 Reflections on Season One and Our New Reality 04:20 Finding Calm in Chaos 06:47 The Power of Art and Creativity 09:59 Supporting Trans Rights and Community 15:48 Navigating Male Privilege and Allyship 20:00 Political Polarization and Personal Values 23:31 National Identity and Masculine Energy 25:39 Building Community and Inclusivity 26:58 The Importance of Small Changes 28:20 Supporting LGBTQ and Trans Communities 31:29 Empathy, Compassion, and Action 34:51 Challenges and Responsibilities of Privilege 41:55 Concluding Thoughts: A Call to Action

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Writers Chris Garbutt and Degan Davis take the ultimate deep dive into manhood. We will dig into masculinity in the modern era, starting with the two of us taking a long look in the mirror. We'll share our own stories of becoming and being men, and will delve into how men navigate societal expectations in an era where our very genders are controversial and contested. We would love to hear from you! Email Chris or Degan if you have any comments or suggestions! Our cover art was poorly designed by Chris, our theme music was brilliantly composed and performed by Degan. What Kind of Man Are You is a production of VQC Media. Join the mailing list for our newsletter where we will provide updates on our progress.Help us grow our podcast by buying us a coffee so we don't have to buy our own! We'll put that money towards a new computer which we desperately need!Degan is the author of the poetry collection of the same name, What Kind of Man Are You, available from Brick Books. RSSVERIFY