Why I Speak Out | Male Experience, Meaning, and Free Speech

Mon, 17 Aug 2026 14:39:44 +0000

Welcome to the first full episode of the Existential Evan podcast — serious topics, sharp humour, and honest discussion about male experience, mental health, culture, and meaning.

This is a brief introduction to who I am, why I started the channel, and the kinds of conversations I want to have here.

In this video, I touch on my academic background and the three degrees I studied, spanning psychology, sociology, criminology, and philosophy. I also explain my commitment to free speech, my opposition to ideological dogma and political correctness, and why I do not believe serious issues should be softened or censored just to satisfy social media algorithms.

I briefly discuss the drop in reach I have seen after speaking about men and boys — especially male suicide, male suicide prevention, and male mental health. I also touch on the double standards that men and boys can face when they speak openly about how they feel and what they need, the labels often attached to people who advocate for them, and why I believe honest discussion matters if we actually care about truth rather than dogma.

This is not a deep dive into every issue — it is simply an opening statement: a first step, and an honest introduction to the direction of this channel. It is also a space for open discussion and debate, especially for those who care about men and boys, free speech, truth, and meaningful conversation.

The lighting is rough, the sound could be better, and the curtains are certainly making a statement — but this is an iterative process, and I would rather begin imperfectly than stay silent indefinitely.

Thank you for watching. Please like, comment, share, and subscribe if you want to support the channel and follow the journey.

– CHAPTERS –

00:00 Introduction
00:58 My Academic Background
02:48 My Stance on Ideological Dogma
03:17 Free Speech & Political Correctness
03:36 Why I Refuse to Play the Algorithm Game
04:45 Who My Content Is For
06:38 Who My Content Is Not For
08:00 Labels, Threats & Staying True
08:57 My Passion for Male Wellbeing
09:36 Double Standards & Stigma
10:39 The Comparison No One Talks About
11:20 Beginning Imperfectly
11:45 Why Your Support Matters
12:12 A Special Offer (ADVIKATE™)
12:46 Final Thoughts & Thank You!

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