Misogyny & Narcissism: Why Some Men Need Women They Despise

S2E478 - Misogyny & Narcissism: Why Some Men Need Women They Despise

Published: July 31, 2026

Duration: 17:30

In this video, I break down how misogyny and narcissism overlap, and why so many misogynistic men show classic narcissistic traits like entitlement, lack of empathy and a belief they’re superior to women. Drawing on research that links narcissism and hostile sexism, as well as my own perspective as a clinically diagnosed narcissist, we’ll talk about how viewing women as “less than,” objectifying them and needing them as supply while secretly despising them creates a very specific form of abuse.
You’ll learn why these men need admiration from women they don’t see as full human beings...