Marc Fennell investigates how algorithms radicalize young men
Three-episode documentary 'The State of Man' tracks how social media algorithms funnel young men toward misogynistic content in weeks.
Journalist Marc Fennell created a fake social media account for a young man and watched what happened. Week one showed fitness tips.
Week two shifted to relationship domination content: 'you must control women, pay for all dates'. Week three turned to racist AI material.
No clicks needed, just scrolling. The series premieres Tuesday on ABC.
It explores how the manosphere, online channels promoting male dominance, affects young men. Fennell interviews academics and former Prime Minister Julia Gillard.
He asks: how can this be solved? His message is clear: 'We can build a better generation of men.'
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Why it mattersReveals how social media algorithms pull young men toward misogynistic and extremist content within weeks, affecting millions of young people.
AustraliaAustralian documentary examining a global phenomenon that shapes young Australian men's views on relationships and masculinity.
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