Press & Media

When the conversation about boys needs a practitioner's perspective.

Dr. Munib Rezaie brings a decade of direct experience in K–12 schools — as a counselor, principal, and researcher — to a question every media outlet is covering and few are getting right.

In the press.

Rolling Stone
April 2025

"It feels almost unavoidable."

Quoted in Rolling Stone's reporting on the rise of red-pilled content in schools — the social media ecosystem targeting boys and the difficulty educators face in countering it. Dr. Rezaie spoke to the systemic nature of the problem and why one-off interventions fall short.

Kirkus Reviews ★
Starred Review

A Kirkus-starred review for Meet Coach Ben — a picture book about asking for help.

Meet Coach Ben received a starred review from Kirkus Reviews, one of the most respected voices in children's book publishing. Kirkus stars are awarded to books of "exceptional merit" and appear on fewer than 10% of reviewed titles.

Shoutout Atlanta
Feature Profile

A profile of Dr. Rezaie's work — the decade in K–12 schools, the curriculum, and the through-line connecting his research background to the practical challenges schools face with boys today.

Bahá'í Blog
Feature

Coverage of Meet Coach Ben and the values at the center of the work — emotional honesty, the courage to ask for help, and what it looks like to raise boys who can be present for the people around them.

PhD, Communication
Research background in media, social influence, and the messages that shape behavior
MA, School Counseling
Licensed counselor with direct clinical experience with adolescent boys
10+ Years K–12
Teacher, counselor, and principal — every role where the conversation about boys actually happens
Published Author
Kirkus-starred children's book, three ebooks, and an online course on masculinity

Coverage & inquiries.

Dr. Rezaie is available for interviews, commentary, and expert sourcing on boys' education, social-emotional learning, and masculinity in schools.

Interview Requests

For print, broadcast, or podcast — Dr. Rezaie is available to speak on the boys' achievement crisis, SEL programming, masculinity and schools, and related topics. Response within 24 hours for media inquiries.

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Expert Commentary

Background sourcing, on-the-record quotes, or written commentary for features on boys' education, the masculinity crisis in schools, SEL, and adolescent development. Fast turnaround.

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Hi-Res Photos

Professional headshots and book cover images available on request for editorial use.

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Bio & Background

Short bio (50 words), long bio (150 words), and academic credentials available for program notes, editorial bios, and booking materials.

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