# Ep: 142 Men's Mental Health

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Podcast: [The Uneducated PT](https://stenobird.com/podcast/the-uneducated-pt-6835077)
Published: 2026-02-23T14:37:17+00:00
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Duration seconds: 3518

## Resource

In this powerful live panel from Bray, Ireland, we tackle one of the most urgent and uncomfortable conversations of our time — the challenges facing young boys today. From struggles in the education system to mental health, identity, discipline, purpose, and the pressures of modern society, this discussion asks the questions many people are thinking but few are willing to say out loud. Why are boys falling behind in school? Why are anxiety, disengagement and behavioural issues rising? Are we failing young men — or misunderstanding them? And what responsibility do parents, teachers, policymakers and communities have in changing course? Hosted by Tayem Mercer, Chris McManus, and Paul Tracey, this panel brings honest, grounded perspectives without shouting matches or political theatre — just real dialogue about real issues. This isn’t about blame. It’s about responsibility, direction, and solutions. If you care about the future of young men in Ireland — this conversation matters. 👇 Share your thoughts respectfully in the comments. 🔔 Subscribe to hard Conversations Ireland for more discussions that challenge, inform and open dialogue.

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