Overview
- The White Lotus star said on Josh Smith’s Great Chat Show that it feels terrifying to raise a son because boys can be lured by the manosphere’s message.
- He described the appeal as deep insecurity masked by performative bravado and warned that it leaves a feeling of emptiness.
- James linked the trend to a culture that rewards displays of wealth, saying this has been epitomized by Trumpism.
- He highlighted body‑image pressure on young men and warned of rising steroid and performance‑enhancing drug use among boys.
- Coverage cited Louis Theroux’s recent documentary showing influencers monetizing followers through paid content and trading schemes, including a $500 test investment that shrank to about $150.