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On Thursday, October 8, Yascha Mounk and Dan Williams are hosting a live recording of their podcast *The Good Fight* at the Halycon International School in London starting at 6pm. The event will focus on discussing whether artificial intelligence poses an existential threat to humanity. Interested attendees must reserve a free ticket by visiting the specified link and can contact events@persuasion.community with any inquiries.
The articles mention that Gen Z men are experiencing higher rates of sadness and loneliness compared to previous generations, yet they spend more time at the gym than ever before. A 2025 survey found that Gen Z and Millennials account for over forty percent of wellness spending, prioritizing appearance enhancement alongside health and sleep concerns. This trend in appearance-focused wellness is partly driven by social media and influencer culture, such as the "looksmaxxing" movement among young men aiming to maximize their physical attractiveness to extreme levels.
