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No Man Left Behind Podcast

No Man Left Behind Podcast

By: Doberman Studios
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In today's world, everyone seems to have an opinion on what masculinity should look like. Your mom, the fringe of the far-right, and even billionaire lizard-person Mark Zuckerberg. And yet, the group that is seemingly the most quiet on the issue are progressive men. Chris, Mason and Surafel are seeking to change this narrative, and platform a productive discussion on masculinity in the modern era.Doberman Studios Political Science Politics & Government
Episodes
  • What Can Men Learn from Superman?
    Aug 25 2025

    In this episode, the fellas discuss the new Superman movie as both an exciting cinematic revival of the DC universe and a model for courageous masculinity. They explore how the movie speaks to our current social and political moment, examining themes of responsible partnership, healthy relationships, and what it means to struggle, lead, and triumph with both strength and vulnerability.

    • (00:22) - Introduction
    • (01:20) - Surafel gives Superman movie synopsis
    • (02:27) - The fellas discuss the humanity of Superman
    • (03:22) - Surafel continues his synopsis
    • (04:27) - The fellas talk about the geopolitical commentary in the Superman movie
    • (06:55) - Chris talks the definitional ability of the movie
    • (08:59) - The fellas discuss the importance/superpower of Lois Lane
    • (13:26) - Mason talks Boravia, the dork loser billionnaire, Elon Musk, and more Superman political intrigue
    • (17:14) - Surafel talks about Clark Kent's carthartic conversation with his father
    • (20:04) - The fellas talk Superman's hopecore
    • (22:54) - Surafel talks about how the Superman movie instigated introspection
    • (24:53) - Mason discusses the different poles of masculinity expressed by Superman and Lex Luthor
    • (30:02) - The fellas talk about how Lex Luthor represents the nihilism that infects contemporary forms of masculinity
    • (34:06) - Surafel discusses how the movie models healthy redirection of masculine stereotypes
    • (36:29) - The fellas give their ratings of the movie
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    39 mins
  • Can Democrats Reach Young Men?
    Jul 16 2025

    In this episode, the fellas delve into their concerns and hopes for the Democratic Party's Speaking with American Men (SAM) research project, a $20 million effort to understand how to better connect with a demographic of young men in the United States who have become disenchanted with the Democratic Party.

    • (00:00) - Introduction
    • (01:22) - Surafel debriefs on PCB trip and work break
    • (03:16) - Surafel talks about taking rollerblading classes
    • (05:28) - The fellas discuss caloric restriction and dieting culture in the manosphere
    • (10:11) - Chris talks about him and his wife helping his son work through sleep regression
    • (11:08) - The fellas discuss the challenges and beauties of childrearing
    • (15:37) - Discussion on Speaking with American Men (SAM) plan
    • (16:46) - Mason talks about SAM's structure and research team
    • (18:37) - Surafel discusses the background of SAM's research staff
    • (19:12) - Mason reacts to beginning of SAM plan
    • (19:50) - The fellas talk about what the ambitions of the plan say about the Democratic Party today
    • (21:12) - Chris talks about SAM's sampling issue
    • (24:52) - The shift from Biden to Kamala Harris between elections
    • (28:50) - Mason talks similarities between Democrats and Republicans when trying to reach men
    • (30:52) - The fellas unpack SAM outreach efforts
    • (35:01) - Chris argues SAM study participants are guinea pigs for new Dem talking points
    • (37:39) - Mason parses SAM's data analysis plan
    • (40:39) - The fellas explore the disconnect in SAM between messaging ambitions and potential policy prescriptions
    • (43:47) - Mason wonders about Dem's participation in culture war moving forward
    • (49:08) - Manosphere influencers and SAM have the same interests: exploiting their target demographic
    • (51:01) - Mason discusses David Hogg/DNC incident
    • (54:22) - The fellas close out with suggestions to improve SAM
    • (01:04:38) - Mason's outro message
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    1 hr and 6 mins
  • The Sins (& Blessings) Of Our Fathers
    Jun 15 2025

    In this episode, the fellas discuss their relationships to their fathers and how that molded their views on politics and masculinity.

    • (00:00) - Introduction
    • (00:57) - Chris talks about his protein intake / flatulence
    • (06:01) - Surafel talks about what he'd do for tiramisu
    • (10:48) - The fellas talk about avoiding Amazon and consumerism
    • (14:52) - Let's talk Dads
    • (19:52) - Chris talks about how his Dad "taught" him to drive
    • (27:14) - Mason describes his Dad's teaching style
    • (29:41) - What was Mason's Dad like when he was upset
    • (35:48) - Chris' overall relationship with his Dad
    • (41:59) - Mason on why conservative influencers appealed to him
    • (48:57) - Surafel and his Dad's relationship
    • (52:17) - Surafel's parents and therapy
    • (57:49) - Why its important for men to improve
    • (59:11) - How Chris unpacked his own issues when raising his son
    • (01:08:31) - How Chris decides to intervene with his son
    • (01:12:23) - The weird experience of being around happy families
    • (01:14:03) - Chris shouts out the Dads
    • (01:15:05) - Surafel brings us home
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    1 hr and 17 mins
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