The Current Scott Galloway’s operating manual for being a man today
Jan 2, 2026
Scott Galloway, a professor and entrepreneur known for his insights on business and society, discusses the challenges faced by young men today. He highlights the struggles with alienation and loneliness, linking these issues to societal pressures and big tech influences. Galloway emphasizes the importance of agency and accountability, while advocating for mentorship that encourages emotional openness. He reframes masculinity as a positive force and shares practical steps for young men to improve their lives and relationships.
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Multiple Drivers Behind Young Men’s Crisis
- Young men face biological, educational, and economic headwinds that compound their struggles.
- Society and older men haven't taken enough responsibility to mentor and support them.
Robinhood Message Led To Tragic Suicide
- Scott describes Alex Kearns, a 19-year-old who killed himself after erroneous Robinhood messages.
- That case prompted Scott to research tech's harm to young people's mental health.
Big Tech Is Reshaping Male Sociality
- Big Tech sequesters young people from relationships by maximizing screen time and dopamine hits.
- This creates an