Introduction

The Men Discussing Things meme is a humorous two-panel format that contrasts the nature of discussions among men in various contexts.

Background

The Men Discussing Things meme format humorously illustrates the contrasting nature of discussions among men. It first gained traction on 4chan before becoming popular on other platforms, particularly from April 2019 onward, where it was often used to compare comments sections across different websites.

Meme History

The meme originated before March 6th, 2012, when an anonymous user on 4chan created a two-panel meme featuring stills from the 2005 film Green Street Hooligans and a round table meeting with Russian President Dmitry Medvedev and King Juan Carlos of Spain. This initial version humorously contrasted behaviors of /v/ board users discussing video games and adult content. The earliest documented post of this meme was made by Giantbomb user valrog on March 6th, 2012.

Internet Reaction

The meme gained traction over the years, with various iterations appearing on 4chan and other platforms. On December 16th, 2013, a Redditor posted a version comparing discussions about sports and pornography, which garnered significant attention. In subsequent years, the meme saw a resurgence, especially in April 2019, when it was widely shared on Reddit and Instagram. It often drew ironic comparisons between comment sections on sites like YouTube and Pornhub, leading to notable posts with thousands of upvotes.