Men Yell at Me

Men Yell at Me is a Substack featuring a mix of personal and political commentary, focusing on issues like gender roles, societal expectations, liberation movements, and current events. It combines humor with critique, addressing topics from women's rights to the politics of resentment, and spotlighting 'Dingus of the Week.'

Gender Roles and Liberation Societal Expectations Politics and Current Events Women's Rights and Reproductive Health Media and Journalism Personal Growth and Relationships Humor and Critique Art and Creation Parenting and Family Dynamics

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The Summer of the Whale

268 implied HN points • 28 Jun 23
🎭️ Culture Animals Politics Environment Social Issues
  1. People are supporting whales in a recent wave of attacks on boats, siding with the orcas due to their anti-capitalist symbolism.
  2. Americans relate to the struggles of whales due to growing income inequality, stagnant wages, and other socio-economic issues.
  3. There is a sense of commonality between people and sea creatures like whales in feeling targeted by a system that harms and kills them both.

When No One Listens

257 implied HN points • 29 Jun 23
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Justice Abuse Silence Accountability
  1. Sherri Moler fought for justice for years, but the Iowa Board of Medicine didn't listen.
  2. Dr. Lynn Lindaman was arrested for sexual abuse against a minor, despite Moler's efforts.
  3. Moler's story highlights the challenges of addressing sexual violence and the importance of speaking out.

A Single Mom’s Manifesto for Mother’s Day

288 implied HN points • 13 May 23
🎭️ Culture Essays Motherhood History Activism Social Issues
  1. Mother's Day is not just about gifts and recognition, but has deeper historical significance related to community care and activism.
  2. The original spirit of Mother's Day focused on pacifism, progress, community care, and support for mothers, led by women like Ann Jarvis, Julia Ward Howe, and Anna Jarvis.
  3. There is a need to shift focus towards advocating for maternal mental health care, medical knowledge, childcare, and policies supporting mothers' well-being, rather than relying on symbolic gestures.
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Dingus of the Week: Prom Dads

293 implied HN points • 05 May 23
🎭️ Culture Lifestyle Social Issues
  1. Prom Dads making jokes about guns and daughters is not funny.
  2. The patriarchal mindset contributes to violence and entitlement over women's bodies.
  3. Promoting respect and equality is important in society, especially in parenting and relationships.

Men Are Lonely. But Women Are Being Attacked.

313 implied HN points • 15 Feb 23
🎭️ Culture Gender Social Issues
  1. Men are experiencing loneliness and social isolation at alarming rates.
  2. Women are facing challenges such as attacks, sexual violence, and a stagnant wage gap.
  3. The solution to these issues should not put more burden on women but rather normalize diverse outlets for intimacy and friendships among men.