masculinity

The Absurd, Weird Masculinity of “What We Do in the Shadows”

The characters on the beloved FX series still have to deal with their identities, even when they're 800 years old

Michael Ian Black Wants You to Rethink Masculinity

We caught up with the actor/comedian about his book "A Better Man"

Sean Penn Says That “Cowardly Genes” Have Caused Men to “Become Feminized”

Or is it stupidity genes that have caused a misogynist to keep running his mouth?

Can Crying Regularly Help Men Live Longer?

Women cry five times more than men each month. It's time to change the narrative.

How “New Girl” Radically Re-envisioned Male TV Friendships

Ten year after the show's premiere, the bromance at its core still feels like a revelation

Todd Snyder on His Iowa Roots, the Importance of Masculinity and Being Saved by American Eagle

We debriefed the menswear designer of note on the occasion of his brand's 10-year anniversary

China Bans “Effeminate Men” From Appearing on TV

The country's government vows to "resolutely put an end to sissy men" as part of a broad national crackdown

Why Are Men Taking This Probiotic to Increase Testicle Size?

There is little evidence that Lactobacillus reuteri will "supersize your balls"

"The Boys" Is a Rare Glimpse Into Seven Decades of Male Friendship

Photographer Rick Schatzberg talks about life, death and the 13 men from Long Island with whom he has shared the journey

Fragile Masculinity Almost Killed the Rolling Suitcase

Apparently luggage on wheels was considered "unmanly"

Is This the Sexiest Part of the Male Body?

Why am I so into a pronounced Adam's apple? An investigation.

Billie Eilish Says “Men Are Very Weak”

The star reminds us that masculinity is often both toxic and fragile

Why So Many Men Cry on “Shark Tank”

Similar to high-stakes sporting events, the show has become a safe space for men to cry. Is it simply a performance tactic?

Why Men Are Left Out of the Sex Positivity Movement

If you feel excluded from sex positivity as a man, it's because you are. Allow a woman to explain why, and how, that can change.

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Is This the Sexiest Part of the Male Body?

Why am I so into a pronounced Adam's apple? An investigation.

Billie Eilish Says “Men Are Very Weak”

The star reminds us that masculinity is often both toxic and fragile

Why So Many Men Cry on “Shark Tank”

Similar to high-stakes sporting events, the show has become a safe space for men to cry. Is it simply a performance tactic?

Why Men Are Left Out of the Sex Positivity Movement

If you feel excluded from sex positivity as a man, it's because you are. Allow a woman to explain why, and how, that can change.

Straight Men Should Be Using Lube. Use This One.

Goodparts makes lube for the modern man, including straight ones

Bruce Springsteen Is an Icon of Non-Toxic Masculinity. Why Do Men Keep Misinterpreting Him?

Despite his macho looks, The Boss has long subverted our expectations for male rock stars

The Hottest Thing a Man Can Do Is Not Be a Dick About Astrology

Hating astrology is a typical straight-guy schtick, but it may be hurting your dating life

Tracee Ellis Ross’s Sexual Harassment Handbook Is Required Reading

‘Handsy Man’ is a new children’s book — for grown men