Mask Off

In this thought-provoking audiobook, JJ Bola examines masculinity as a social performance, challenging common perceptions and exploring its fluidity across different cultural and political contexts. Using diverse examples from music, sport, and non-Western traditions, Bola sheds light on how masculinity is experienced by various groups, including LGBTQ men, men of color, and refugees. With a focus on love, politics, and mental health, the book advocates for a reevaluation of traditional notions of manhood, urging listeners to rethink and redefine masculinity.