Andrew Smiler Says the Sex=Baseball Metaphor Commits Four Errors
Chivalry and Equality Went On A Date. Guess Who Paid?
Andrew Smiler wonders why changes in gender roles have had a minimal impact on dating.
How to Use Superhero Films to Talk about Masculinity
Andrew Smiler offers 7 questions to start conversation about masculinity using superhero films.
Happy Egalitarian Valentine’s Day!
Andrew Smiler insists that we need to reframe Valentine’s Day to make it less about buying jewelry for ladies, and more about expressing love for one another.
New Year’s Resolution: Change ‘The Talk” into the Conversation
Andrew Smiler impores people to talk more openly and consistently about sex and sexuality with their young children.
7 Misconceptions About Male Sexuality
Think you know everything about male sexuality? Andrew Smiler insists that you probably don’t.
Boys and Men Just Want Sex. Right?
In reality, most male undergraduates don’t have—or want—multiple sex partners.
Challenging Casanova: Beyond the Stereotype of the Promiscuous Young Male [Excerpt]
Andrew Smiler, with some very unconventional wisdom about young men and sexuality.
Plastic Surgery: It’s Not Just for Women Anymore
More men are having liposuction, Botox injections, laser hair removal, and other cosmetic procedures.
Helping Guys Understand Relationships without Watching “Chick Flicks”: Advice for Parents
Parents can help prepare boys for all kinds of relationships by examining those in the sports world.
The Good Men of ‘The Hunger Games’
Are there role models for boys in “The Hunger Games”? Andrew Smiler presents a guide to the men and boys of the popular trilogy.
10 Tips for Helping Men Talk About Their Problems
Andrew Smiler has professional advice for you, if you find yourself counseling men.
Finally…The Top 10 Top Male Anthems!
You know your National Anthem… But do you know your Male Anthem? Andrew Smiler labored over readers’ suggestions, and finally narrowed it down to 10. Did your favorite make it into the top 10?
Men and Mass Shootings
Andrew Smiler believes that if we are to change the odds on these rampage killings, we might want to start by changing the messages we send to men and boys.
Seeking a Male Anthem – 2nd Verse
Andrew Smiler lists the nominees for a “Male Anthem” and asks readers to vote for your favorites.
Seeking a Male Anthem
Andrew Smiler wonders why there has never been a true “male anthem” in popular music.