Grayson & Mason: The Weekly Checklist

Our old podcast on our new podcast! Bits and games from The Weekly Checklist revisited on The Modern Dude!

Holidays come with a lot of joy and love and cheer for some. But also a lot of pain and sadness for others. Make sure you're checking on your dudes who may have a harder time around the holidays.

We revisit more from The Man Code. Some things we agree with some we don't! Listen and find out where you land!

November is Movember which means its men's health month. This episode the Dudes get into what we can be doing to help save Dudes lives. Please go to our instagram page the_modern_dude to donate to Movember! It's a really necessary cause that is not talked about enough!

In this follow up, the boys ask "What's the hardest thing you've learned being in a relationship?" and friends and followers respond! 

This week the boys go old school and take a break from the studio, recording from the safety of their homes. They ask the viewers about dating tips and advice, and discuss them on the episode! Might be part of a series, who KNOWS!

In our society guys are expected to do the heavy lifting when it comes to courtship. But juuuust in case some ladies where feeling frisky we thought we would weigh in on what we would want if being picked up.

Every dude understands man code. It lives within us. Let's dive into the things we agree with and those things that don't sit so well with us.

Mason FINALLY got hitched! The Dudes reflect on the wedding and the joys of marriage and the celebration but also give advice on some does and don'ts on the wedding day!

Urban Dictionary defines a Fuckboi as such: A guy who will tell a girl anything to get them to hook up with them.This is not the way of the modern Dude. We are better than this. This is a shitty thing to do to women, which leads to mistrust in the next guy she encounters. Don't screw the next guy! Not to mention the inflated sense of self that it makes you feel. It is very unhealthy to go down that road for your mental.

The world we live in is very polarizing. Opinions are plentiful and facts are disregarded. Getting back to the basics of understanding where others are coming from can open the door to knowledge. And you know what they say about knowledge. Have and open mind. What does it hurt?

Listening to another person sounds like a simple concept on paper but a lot of the time it's difficult to truly do in practice. Distractions and self involvement can lead you to zoning out and not giving the full attention that someone deserves. Today we discuss truly listening and responding. 

There will always be someone ready to crap all over something you have created or enjoy. Shine through the shade and move past the hate!

Everyday we make a series of choices. And they can either be positive or negative. Choosing positivity can be difficult sometimes but so rewarding.

Cussing is language. We hear it everyday. Today we are discussing the ins and outs of potty mouth culture. Fuckin-A.

Having a Hobby that is not tied to any other aspect of your life is incredibly important for your mental health and over all well being. As guys, we are pretty good at that. Self care is very similar but generally involves taking time to... take care of yourself... whatever, watch the video.

Working out, hitting the gym, getting SWOLE. We all know we should do it, we know it's good for us but it's hard to stay consistent. With our extra special guest Corey Easley, we take a deep dive on what it means to put the work in on fitness, dedication and discipline.

Hygiene is an important part of your everyday routine, or should be anyway. Not only is it a form of self respect, but is also respectful to those around you, especially if you're going to be in close quarters with other people. Not to mention the obvious... health!

Manners will take you far. Please and thank you's should be standard in your life and they really go a long way. You never know who needs to hear that kindness.

Stress is apart of everyday life. We cannot escape it. However, we can arm ourselves with tools as to not be overwhelmed by it!

We have our first guests! The Dudes sit down with Tai and Antony from the Across the Bar Podcast and discuss their experiences as a gay man and a trans woman. 

Staying informed is one of, if not THE, most important thing you can do, especially now more than ever in this ever changing and incredibly crazy world we are living in. As a dude, sometimes we have it easier, which makes it even more important that we stay informed.

The balance of seeking validation from others vs. being secure in your own choices is fine line. Having a solid foundation of the two is healthy however also challenging.

Our favorite phrase here on the modern dude is “know thyself”. And that can be utilized in no better way than knowing your own limits.  This is applicable in all sorts of ways including over working, being a yes man, and especially partying.

I'm not sure when or why it became “unmanly” to ask for help but man if it isn't stupid as hell. Let's put our pride to the side and do the task at hand the correct and easier way!

Look. We are guys. We have egos and testosterone a plenty. But putting your hands on another person is never it. Our mindset should always be directed towards diffusing a situation and being the bigger man.

Chivalry may not be dead but it certainly is not the same as it used to be. Join The Dudes in exploring what chivalry is in the new '20's!

Trying something new can be overwhelming whether we as Dudes want to admit it or not. However taking a step outside our comfort zone can lead us to invaluable new life experiences.

Society has told Men to suppress their emotions because they need to be tough and detached. This leaves a huge void for being able to express feelings to friends and loved ones when times get hard. This can lead to real problems and stunted emotional growth. 

Guys grow up with an “iron sharpens iron” mentality. This sometime leads to a competitive mindset that leaves little room for humility. Being humble is as attractive as it is important to personal growth, especially for the Modern Dude.

As Dudes, Society has deemed that the biggest strongest most mentally tough is the Alpha Man. In some instances that's true and a-ok! However that mentality used too often or all the time is not only harmful and unattractive to those around you, but also to yourself. 

Giving your buddies a hard time is easy. Complementing your friends, on the other hand, is hard for some guys. Today we are gonna talk about why that is and the benefits of big upping your bros!

Banter is a cornerstone of dudes relationships. Giving your buddies a hard time is often considered the highest form of love and respect. However, sometimes it goes too far. We discuss the fine line between busting your buddies balls and building them up. We could talk about this subject for hours! 

We make snap judgements all day every day. It is a part of life. However we can help ourselves out by trying to be more positive and meet people where they are. As guys, cutting through that bravado and really getting to know the  dude behind it is not only good for them but also for you!

Insecurity is a touchy word. Just the word alone can cause... insecurity. In this episode we discuss different insecurities and how a dude can combat them!

Have you been thinking about rebranding your look? Do it! Are you comfortable what you're sporting now! Great! As long as you feel good and aren't judging others then thats all that matters!The Modern Dude is comfortable in his on skin and the fashion he chooses to wear! Grayson and Mason dive deeper into this convo in Episode 2!

Welcome to The Modern Dude! In our first episode we talk about how guys navigate bar culture and how we dudes can help ourselves out! 

The boys say goodbye to The Weekly Checklist and detail the next chapter of Grayson & Mason! Many thanks for the love and support this far! It's been a true blessing. Bye Now!... for now!

The boys checkoff Gov. Cuomo and Blizzard/Activision for being misogynistic pricks! Fuck ‘em! 

Hey all you beautiful souls! This week the boys discuss all the drama surrounding Simone Biles and Dababy, and about always ALWAYS leading with love. Tune in and kick it with us!

The Boys Check Off Jeff Bezos trip to space... all 11 minutes of it. It took longer to record this episode. Enjoy!

The Boys discuss a bunch of sports topics including the fact the The Olympics don't have male synchronized swimming OR... listen and find out!

Mornin' Glory! The boys discuss a package thief that has been plaguing their building, turbid tarantulas, and myriad of topics on The Blown Scale!

We back in the lounge baby! Today's topics include the new Delta variant of the corona virus, and why Summer is incredibly overrated as a season. Come and kick it with us!

Happy Pride from the Guys on Lounge Session Pt. 5! We discuss expressions of living free, systematic hate, and the stupid joy of The Bachelorette. Come Lounge with us!

Welcome back to another episode of Lounge Sessions! This time around the boys play some classic segments with The Blown Scale and Google Docs M. D., discussing everything from Beef Jerky to Sex Toys! Come lounge with us!

The boys continue Lounge Sessions as they checkoff Billie Eilish and The Logan Paul vs. Floyd Mayweather snoozer. Sha Shwing!

Lounge Sessions continues as the boys build towards Season 2! They discuss the world of scammers/cheaters and music sampling! Sha Shwing!

Welcome to The Weekly Checklist: Lounge Sessions! During this in-between time of moving into a new place, the boys have decided to do a limited series which is much more laid back until the new studio space is set up in preparation for Season 2! Kick it with us as we discuss dogs, body odor, and anxiety. We also play a quick game of Google Docs M.D. and of course, answer YOUR questions!

The boys keep it simple this week with the transition into the new spot! In the segment, Swing at the Bat, Grayson attempts to place athletes in there respective sports correctly. Sha Shwing!

The boys checkoff Converse, ripped jeans, eggplants and more in The Blown Scale, Elon Musk in Wank of the Week, the Paul Brothers and Floyd Mayweather in Pop Goes the Culture and answer you comments questions and General Kerfuffle!