Zuckerberg promotes masculinity, criticises corporate culture, ends Meta’s DEI programs, and addresses misinformation censorship on Joe Rogan’s podcast.

Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg has expressed support for “masculine energy” during an interview on Joe Rogan’s podcast.

He referred to elements of corporate America as being “culturally neutered” and suggested that a culture that embraces aggression has positive merits.

Zuckerberg highlighted the current trend of viewing masculinity in a negative light, stating that promoting femininity should not require labeling masculinity as “toxic.”

He credits his perspective shift in part to martial arts, noting that engaging in physical activities with male friends has been beneficial.

The interview aired on the same day Meta announced the end of its diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) programs, attributing this decision to changes in the legal landscape and public perception of DEI initiatives.

Meta’s vice president of human resources mentioned that DEI has become a charged term, often seen as favouring certain groups.

In a broader policy change, Meta will also discontinue specific gender-focused features, such as removing tampons from men’s restrooms, and adjust its “Hateful Conduct” policies regarding gender identity criticism.

Zuckerberg further indicated a shift toward prioritising free expression on social media platforms, stating that previous fact-checking practices involved excessive censorship and biased political influences.

This move is part of a wider trend among companies reassessing their DEI initiatives in the wake of societal changes and leadership shifts.