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The conversation begins with the assertion that there is a prevailing notion in society—that men must take on more responsibility without a commensurate level of authority. Turd Flinging Monkey critiques the notion that diminishing masculinity could result in a more peaceful society. He argues instead that the traits often labeled as toxic masculinity—aggression, ambition, and risk-taking—cannot simply be eradicated but must be channeled positively.