Tristan Bridges on Raewyn Connell - Key Points

Introduction

• Speaker: Tristan Bridges
  • Editor of the Journal of Men and Masculinities
  • Assistant Professor of Sociology at the University of California, Santa Barbara
• Host: Podcast hosted by Alysha Rios, an undergraduate sociology major at SUNY Brockport.
• Topic: Discusses the influence of Raewyn Connell on Tristan Bridges' understanding of masculinity and power.
• Podcast Series: First of three episodes hosted by Alysha Rios.

Key Themes and Concepts

Raewyn Connell's Influence

• Raewyn Connell has significantly shaped Tristan Bridges' academic work and perspectives.
• Focus on masculinity and power structures in society.

Understanding Masculinity

• Connell's work highlights the complexities and dynamics of masculinity.
• Examines how societal structures impact gender roles and expectations.

Power Dynamics

• Exploration of power in connection to gender and masculinity.
• Discussion of how power is maintained and challenged within societal structures.

Personal Reflections

• Tristan Bridges shares his initial encounters with Connell's writings.
• Reflective insights into how these writings have evolved and influenced his scholarship over time.

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Conclusion

• This session offers valuable insights into how influential theorists like Raewyn Connell shape academic perspectives and contribute to the discourse on gender and power.
• Encourages listeners to reflect on the pervasive impact of societal structures on gender roles and power dynamics.