3 skills every middle school boy needs | Jerome Hunter
Summary
Host Elise Hu introduces a playlist on community before featuring educator Jerome Hunter, who discusses redefining masculinity for middle school boys. Hunter outlines his "Three Cs" framework—confidence, communication, and community—to help students reject toxic stereotypes. He shares how teaching emotional intelligence and civic engagement empowers young men to build a more equitable society.
Topics discussed
Intro: Community and happiness in August playlist
Host intro and Jerome Hunter talk preview
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Jerome Hunter: Middle school challenges and identity
Observing toxic masculinity in student collages
Mentoring boys and redefining masculinity
The Three Cs: Confidence and holistic identity
The Three Cs: Communication and emotional health
The Three Cs: Community and building tiny houses
Outro and production credits
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