The Boys

This week we dive headfirst into the chaotic world of The Boys, the anti-Avengers of the superhero genre. Far from shiny suits and noble ideals, this guerrilla crew of misfits are bonded by trauma, revenge, and a shared hatred of the “Supes.”

From Billy Butcher’s toxic charisma to Hughie’s reluctant morality, M.M.’s operational steadiness, Frenchie’s chaotic creativity, Kimiko’s fierce loyalty, and Starlight’s principled courage, Andrew and Ellen unpack how this unlikely team somehow makes dysfunction work.

They explore what The Boys teach us about:

• Adaptive and distributed leadership in high-pressure teams
• The power of psychological safety and authentic individuality
• Why conflict can fuel performance (if you survive it)
• And whether charismatic but toxic leaders like Butcher can ever evolve

It’s a surprisingly heartfelt take on trauma-bonded teamwork, with plenty of laughs, leadership lessons, and the occasional explosion.