Category Archives: Interviews

In this conversation, Valentin reflects on the difference between understanding patriarchy intellectually and unlearning it in practice.

In this conversation, Max reflects on the ‘seed’ he committed to nourishing after the learning journey: integrity — showing up consistently in the moments that matter. We explore what it would take for this seed to grow, such as embracing confrontation, resisting people-pleasing, and outgrowing the sexist conditioning many of us still carry today. TheContinueContinue reading ““I’ve never talked with other men like this”: A generative interview with Maximilian Lehn”

In this generative interview with Will Scobie, we explore the interconnectedness of personal practices with broader societal impacts, including the role of mindfulness in activism and the need for men to share responsibility for building a world beyond patriarchy. We also explore the importance of cultivating openness, curiosity and a willingness to ‘sit with theContinueContinue reading ““A willingness and curiosity to sit with the shit”: A generative interview with Will Scobie”

In this conversation, Lasse Hallenga, a participant in the first Beyond Patriarchy Co-Learning Journey in Spring 2024, tells us about his journey in accepting and expressing so-called ‘negative’ emotions. The conversation also touches on the experience of initiating conversations around these topics with other men.

In this conversation, Louis Kennedy, a participant in the Beyond Patriarchy Co-Learning Journey, shares his experience of identifying patriarchy in unusual places, ‘ego work’ and challenging male stereotypes. He reflects on the value of giving space in his life to do this deep work, despite the discomfort, and the importance of having brave spaces and relationships to make mistakes along the way.

In this conversation, Marinos Chrysanthou, a participant in the Beyond Patriarchy Co-Learning Journey, reflects on pathways towards patriarchy-free futures, emphasising the importance of self-work for men and small communities of practice to create the ‘butterfly effect’. The conversation also touches critically on the nature of progress and loss of privilege.