Masculinity and Political Extremism with Sociologist Josh Roose | Quillette Cetera Ep. 49

Political sociologist Joshua Roose joins Zoe to explore how masculinity and disaffection lead some young men toward Islamism, others to the far right. By Zoe Booth

This episode explores how masculinity, identity, and marginalisation can drive young men toward political and religious extremism. Drawing on research with Australian Muslims and broader work on the “Manosphere,” the conversation covers honour cultures, online radicalisation, misogyny, and the emotional undercurrents linking movements from jihadism to the far right. Also discussed: the social impact of economic stagnation, and how healthier models of masculinity might offer a way forward.

Dr Joshua Roose is a political sociologist and Associate Professor at Deakin University, specialising in religion, political violence, and male identity. His work combines ethnographic research with policy insight to examine the forces shaping extremism in contemporary societies.

Note: Unfortunately the last few minutes of this recording were lost due to technical issues.