For anyone who wants a glimpse into my book before reading it, here it is with my first podcast attempt.  I still struggle to express my ideas verbally on the spot, but I do my best here. A big thanks to @ExChangeWales and Jeremy Dixon for giving me the opportunity.

I'm excited to announce my book launch event. We already have 70 people signed up for the in-person event (capacity 100). Hurry if you want to join us live, but there is an online option. Thrilled to have excellent speakers Dr Alex Blower and Dan Evans join me.

It's an absolute honour to have been asked to contribute to the launch event for Dr Richard Gater's new book. Can't wait!

Dr Dr Richard Gater joins us in our latest podcast episode to discuss the changing attitudes of masculinity in the South Wales, his experiences as a youth worker & his path into social care research. 🎧 Listen now: buzzsprout.com/1788148/episod… #SocialCare #ExChangeWalesPod

Have you heard our new podcast series? 🎧 In our 1st episode, Dr Dr Richard Gater talked to us about his new book & the changing attitudes to 'manhood' in young men in South Wales. Listen: buff.ly/qRMloGs Subscribe to be notified for upcoming episodes. 🚨 #SocialCare

I’m pleased to share my latest article in The Conversation, which discusses marginalised young men, employment and masculinities in the context of predicted future of work changes and the lifelong learning and upskilling policy response. theconversation.com/what-work-mean…

What work means to working-class young men in an age of increasing automation theconversation.com/what-work-mean… by Dr Richard Gater via The Conversation

This is on display in Caerphilly as part of the by-election. Worth bearing in mind that the council proposing the closure of the libraries is controlled by Labour...

For anyone who is still interested in purchasing my book from Emerald Publishing, I have now been provided with a code, EME30, which offers 30% off. Also, if anyone does read it, I'm always interested in hearing feedback, good or bad

We’re really looking forward to celebrating the launch of Dr Dr Richard Gater’s new book: The 21st Century Ladz on Friday 17 October in #sbarcIspark, with CARE Research Wales, Dr Alex Blower and Dan Evans. Find out more: bit.ly/40OcgsP

📚 You’ll be able to purchase Dr Gater’s book at the event for the discounted price of £13.50 – we’ll have limited supplies so first come, first served 😊

Very excited to discuss Rich’s brilliant new book on Friday. If you’re in Cardiff please try and come along!

Enjoyed watching some of Dr Richard Gater book launch before other commitments in the day. Definitely worth having a look at. All the best with it!

Had great time Cardiff University listening to Dr Richard Gater speak about his book. Great to speak with Dan Evans and Dr Alex Blower cheers to the organisers. As a fellow South Wales Valleys boy really looking forward to reading this book on a incredibly important subject. #21CLADZ

A proud Valleys man today. The historic turnout and outcome sends a message for all of Britain, or at least deprived areas. We won't accept reduced living standards, library services stripped away and lowered life chances; we demand change. Take head Cardiff and Westminster.

"Hey team, so we got completely smashed in Caerphilly, what popular policy shall we post about to win back support???"

An article about my work released by Cardiff University It is possibly worth a read if you're interested in yesterday's political happenings in Caerphilly. The employment and educational outcomes of marginalised groups are entwined with the outcome of yesterday. cardiff.ac.uk/news/view/2971…

Is this the start of the end for Labour in Wales? Dan Evans thinks so.