Maniphesto - Conversations on Masculinity

Maniphesto Core Online Accountability groups: https://maniphesto.com/core-member/Jonathan Pageau reveals why the BBC's attack on Fr. Moses and Orthodoxy is actually accelerating church growth. We discuss the media panic over men finding strength in tradition.Pageau breaks down the BBC scandal, Bishop Irenei's response, and why Danish TV calling us 'Russian church refugees' shows they're losing control of the narrative. We also cover the broader context of men seeking manhood through Jonathan's participation at the European Men's Gathering in Denmark back in 2020. Read about our online groups: https://maniphesto.com/core-member/Fr Moses' satirical video on “How to increase manliness to absurd levels” / Priest Ranks Least Manly Activities: https://youtu.be/3AwEPGMmgSA?si=AcRas7ZD1lR6E4kBDanish news articles: TV2 News: https://nyheder.tv2.dk/udland/2025-05-25-amerikanske-maend-soeger-tilflugt-i-russiske-kirker-er-bekymret-for-det-negative-syn-paa-ruslandKristeligt Dagblad: https://www.kristeligt-dagblad.dk/kirke-og-tro/russisk-ortodoks-macho-praest-saadan-loefter-i-jeres-maskulinitet-til-absurde-hoejderBishop Irenei's response: https://orthodox-europe.org/content/remarks-25th-may-2025/Fr Moses response to BBC: https://youtu.be/3ByU1R741HA?si=WI6nD0qaypTpnhB5Discover tradition. Build brotherhood. Find truth.#jonathanpageau #orthodoxchristianity #bbcnews #frmoses #masculinity

Young men across Scandinavia are rediscovering Orthodox Christianity as the anchor in our chaotic modern world. Father Mikael Fälthammar, a Swedish Orthodox priest, shares how his journey from Lutheran upbringing to Orthodox priesthood has revealed the timeless wisdom men need today.In this powerful conversation, Father Mikael reveals how the ancient virtues of prudence, justice, fortitude, and temperance provide the foundation for authentic manhood - something our culture has forgotten. Learn how his parish has become a beacon for men seeking meaning beyond the empty promises of modern ideologies.Ready to join other men on the path to strength, stability, and meaningful brotherhood through tradition?Join our Summer gathering here: https://pathofmanliness.notion.site/or an online men's group at https://maniphesto.com/core-member/and find the structure and community you've been searching for.

In this conversation, Orthodox priest Fr. John Strickland discusses how the West's abandonment of Ancient Christian tradition led to today's crisis of masculinity. For men seeking more than the emptiness of modern ideologies, Fr. Strickland's historical perspective illuminates why so many are now flooding to Orthodoxy—finding in its unbroken 2,000-year tradition the stability, meaning, and community they desperately need.Learn why genuine manhood requires more than online videos—it demands embodied tradition, meaningful work, and real community. Discover how Orthodox Christianity provides men with the framework to escape nihilism and reconnect with authentic purpose through sacred work and divine calling.Join our growing brotherhood at Path of Manliness. Sign up to our Substack at https://pathofmanliness.substack.comOr visit our website to learn about our summer skills gathering: https://pathofmanliness.notion.site/?pvs=73

In this conversation, Paul Lloyd Robson speaks with Dr. Arne Rubinstein about the ancient wisdom of rites of passage and how traditional frameworks transform boys into men. Our society has abandoned these crucial initiations, leaving men struggling with purpose, identity, and spiritual fulfillment.Dr. Rubinstein shares the four essential elements that create true transformation in men - elements our ancestors understood but modern culture has forgotten. Join our Path of Manliness community to explore this transformation yourself. Through our Core groups, you can connect with like-minded brothers seeking strength, stability, and authentic masculinity grounded in tradition.

In a world pushing men to chase constant productivity while lacking direction, guidance between generations has never been more vital. In this conversation, three generations of the Robson family reveal how fathers can properly mentor sons without forcing them into predetermined paths. Discover how traditional values provide the stability modern men crave while allowing authentic purpose to flourish.Feeling disconnected and directionless in your career and life? Join our brotherhood of men reclaiming traditional masculinity through mutual accountability, wisdom, and practical skills. Our online men's groups offer the mentorship, community, and spiritual grounding missing in modern life.

In a world where men are increasingly disconnected from reality and traditional skills, this father-son conversation reveals how practical competence builds more than just structures—it builds character, marriages, and meaningful lives. Paul and Tony discuss how working with your hands reconnects you to reality in ways modern society deliberately obscures.The ability to fix, build, and create isn't just about saving money—it's about reclaiming your role as a builder and provider. When a man knows he can tackle life's practical challenges, it changes how his family sees him and how he sees himself.Join our brotherhood of men walking the Path together. Our online men's groups offer accountability, traditional skill-building, and a community of like-minded men seeking strength through tradition.

Many modern men are trapped in cycles of blame and excuses. One particular issue is particularly around "father wounds" and past traumas. This conversation between Paul and his father Tony points out risks in the contemporary therapeutic approach that keeps men stuck in victimhood. Instead, they explore the traditional Christian understanding of honoring your father and taking full responsibility for your life.They share how men's accountability groups quickly separate those who make excuses from those ready to grow. Learn how reconnecting with practical skills and physical reality can ground you in tradition and purpose. If you're tired of endless analysis and ready for brotherhood that demands action, join our community of men building strength, stability and meaning through traditional masculinity.

In this powerful conversation between father and son, we explore the deep impact of the "father wound" that many men carry throughout their lives. Tony and Paul Robson share personal insights about breaking generational trauma patterns and rebuilding meaningful connections with fathers who may seem unreachable.This episode addresses:• Why so many men struggle with father relationships• How community and spiritual perspectives can facilitate healing• Practical approaches to reconnect with withdrawn fathers• The importance of patience and realistic expectations• Creating spaces where men can support each other's healing journeyWhether your father is emotionally distant, trapped in anger, or simply disconnected, this conversation offers hope and practical wisdom for reconciliation.Join the Maniphesto Core community of men supporting each other: https://maniphesto.com/

In this deeply personal conversation, father and son discuss how father wounds are formed and healed across generations. Tony shares his own difficult childhood experiences with his distant father, including family trauma and his mother's suicide attempt, while his son reflects on misunderstanding true strength and the pendulum swing that can happen between generations.This powerful dialogue explores how men often repeat or overcompensate for their fathers' approaches to masculinity, creating a cycle that needs conscious awareness to break. Tony reveals how he decided early in life "I am not my father" and chose his own path to fatherhood, while his son acknowledges how he had to learn the hard way about the fundamental importance of family.Perfect for men struggling with their relationship with their fathers or sons, this conversation offers wisdom about acceptance, emotional availability, and the beautiful truth that it's never too late to heal and grow together. The healing comes through creating man-to-man relationships built on mutual respect and understanding that the seeds of love planted in childhood eventually bloom.

In this episode of the Father and Son Talks Series "How Strength Matures from Boyhood to Fatherhood", Paul and Tony explored the concept of strength in men, particularly in the context of father-son relationships, emphasizing the importance of inner strength over physical prowess. They discussed personal experiences and decision-making processes that contributed to the development of strength and character, focusing on facing adversity and taking on responsibilities. The conversation also delved into fatherly strength, touching on the challenges of parenting and the importance of balancing guidance with independence in raising children.TIMESTAMPS00:00 Exploring Strength in Father-Son Relationships03:46 Tony's Decisions and Inner Strength08:47 Fatherly Strength and Childhood Development

A personal conversation between Paul and his father Tony exploring the roots of male competition, friendship, and connection. They discuss Paul's journey from being highly competitive and achievement-focused to discovering the importance of authentic brotherhood. Topics include school experiences, sibling dynamics, the impact of faith, and how different life paths shape our ability to form meaningful male friendships. Key themes: • Early experiences with competition and achievement • The challenge of receiving fatherly advice • Contrast between two brothers' approaches to friendship • The role of faith and community in personal growth • Building authentic male friendships later in life A valuable conversation for men struggling with competition, father-son relationships, and building genuine brotherhood.

Juan Carlos shares his transformative path from struggling with alcoholism to founding Own The Day, a men's development program. After a word from a guide in Peru he found his calling in men's work. Now he leads daily morning sessions helping men transform their lives through small, consistent actions across their inner, outer, and relational worlds. An intimate conversation about purpose, healing, forgiveness and the power of showing up for other men. Topics covered: • Spiritual awakening • European Men's Gathering experience • Recovery and transformation • The importance of daily practices • Building authentic brotherhood • Own The Day methodology Guest: Juan Carlos Dunick Host: Paul from Maniphesto

In this profound conversation, Orthodox Christian coach Thaddeus Patrick explores how Trinitarian theology informs authentic male relationships and community building. He discusses the path from transactional thinking to genuine love, drawing insights from Orthodox spirituality and modern men's struggles. Topics include the meaning of non-transactional relationships, finding healing in community, and practical approaches to spiritual growth in today's world. Key topics: • Orthodox understanding of human relationships • The crisis of male isolation and community • Healing from transactional thinking • Marriage as a path to spiritual growth • The role of authentic male friendships • Practical approaches to building meaningful connections Thaddeus' work is under the blessing of his spiritual father, Fr Paul Truebenbach of Saints Peter & Paul Orthodox Christian Church. Follow Thaddeus: https://thaddeusthought.com

Paul and Tony continue their conversation on friendship and brotherhood - tackling questions such as when a father should share details with his son, and how to work together with respect.

In this first episode of Father & Son Talks, Paul and his father Tony explore how the father-son relationship forms the foundation for all male friendships. Tony shares his journey from initial hesitation to becoming a valued mentor in Maniphesto Core, showing how intergenerational relationships can transform both older and younger men.

A conversation with Gregory Diehl on the big questions in life. We cover ideas from three of Gregory's books - on romantic love, the entrepreneurial mindset and then the heroic and exceptional mindset. Gregory and I have quite differing perspectives as well as underlying assumptions on many questions. I felt that we were good at listening to each other and growing through our exchange, which provided for an interesting conversation. Read more about Gregory and his work on https://www.gregorydiehl.net/

The story of one our members from Maniphesto and his journey from his Christian roots in Poland, through atheism, moving to Denmark and experimenting with new age spirituality and tantra and then finally back home to Christ again.

I interviewed Thomas Finn, who runs the podcasts, Jeg skal lige forstå (  @Jegskalligeforstå  ) on Masculinity Danish and Ild i Hjertet (  @Ildihjertetpodcast  ) focused on bringing fire and heart to relationships. When I contacted him, I had no idea that his life was so similar to mine, and especially that he had also converted to Christianity. So while there are certainly many differences between Thomas and I, not least in our approach to Christianity, I appreciated this as a great conversation and Thomas and I will certainly be talking again. Thomas and Maniphesto discussed various topics related to masculinity, fatherhood, and the impact of traditional values on society. They also expressed their concerns about the promotion of 'toxic masculinity', the subversion of Western society, and the negative effects of black-and-white thinking. Lastly, they discussed the paradox of modern society's pursuit of material comfort and its impact on overall well-being, the importance of maintaining a natural lifestyle, and the weakening of masculinity. Timestamps: 00:00 The Danish Manosphere - going Christian? 0:35 Exploring Masculinity and Christianity 05:46 Fatherhood's Impact on Individuals and Society 08:54 The Negative Impact of 'Toxic Masculinity' on Society 18:56 Concerns About Equality, Equity, and COVID-19 Vaccine 26:27 Black-and-White Thinking, Perspective, and Masculinity 38:02 Material Comfort, Nature, and Spirituality 50:44 Productive Discussion and Future Plans

Maniphesto and Petri Nordin discussed the challenges and commitments involved in making significant life decisions, with a focus on balancing personal will and God's will. They also explored the importance of sacrificing one's ego for the sake of others, the role of saints in the church, and the significance of prayer and fasting in spiritual growth. Lastly, they emphasized the value of human expansion through interests, relationships, and personal growth, and the importance of striving for greatness in one's chosen path.

How to handle INCOMPETENCE in your team Some good input from our Core Team Leader meeting on handling pressured situations in a team setting. Stefan, Paul, and Achill discussed various strategies for managing frustration within a team setting. They emphasized the importance of balancing empathy with accountability and being prepared to intervene directly if necessary. The team also recognized the value of these discussions as a form of conflict resolution practice, preparing them for real-world situations.

A conversation with Fr Michael Butler on the Orthodox Royal Path in a time of division and polarisation. We cover Fr Seraphim Rose, Church Fathers such as St John Cassian, topics such as evolution, and the current political climate especially in the USA.

Maniphesto and Father John Strickland discussed the importance of understanding history, particularly from an orthodox Christian perspective, and the role of the Orthodox Church in providing a transformative process for modern individuals seeking a life of purpose and meaning. They also explored the historical and cultural developments that led to the division between the Eastern Orthodox Church and the Roman Catholic Church, and the disintegration of orthodox Christianity after the great schism. Lastly, they discussed the challenges and opportunities facing men in contemporary society, and the need to understand the past in order to move forward and overcome the challenges of the present.

A conversation with Fr Josiah Trenham on “Integrity” and “Being a Man of Your Word” - centered on the Orthodox Christian faith. As a father of three sons and an Orthodox Christian, I know that the most important measure of my success in fatherhood depends on my ability to lead my sons to Christ. I know that my actions speak far louder than my words, so thus being a man of integrity will determine my success. I would like to understand better what St Paul says in Romans 7: "For what I am doing, I do not understand. For what I will do, that I do not practice; but what I hate, that I do." And especially how I am to respond in the face of that - what are the sources of my own duplicity, twisted intentions, and darkened heart, how do I become more aware of these things in everyday life, and what am I to do about it. In this conversation, I particularly ask, what is the reason that I am unable to recognize, even less control my inability to do what I say I want to do? And how do I handle my anger in a way that can bring me and my family closer to God. Timestamps: 0:00 - Intro 1:58 - The topic of Integrity in Jesus Christ 4:44 - St Paul as a model of human integrity 11:17 - Christian Hypocrisy 13:50 - Fake vulnerability vs true vulnerability in Christ 19:36 - On the wickedness of judging others 25:05 - The danger of anger 28:34 - What we should be angry about? 30:14 - Harnessing anger for courage 34:30 - St Moses the Black on prioritising your Life in Christ 38:35 - How to learn to see the Lord's providence in your life 40:33 - Seeking Christ earnestly, with integrity 42:59 - Are you thrilled about participating in Divine Service? 45:04 - Seek First the Kingdom of God 48:18 - Male friendships for integrity

Maniphesto was started as a partnership with Alexander Bard and myself in 2016. After some years, we grew to a state where I realised there were unreconcilable differences in our vision and values, meaning that working together was impossible, leading to us parting ways in 2022. It's no secret that our differences stem from my conversion to Orthodox Christianity. Especially when I saw that so many men were struggling with extreme confusion about their sexuality and attempted to find a pragmatic framework to address some of the worst problems, then we saw how far apart we were. Since then we have had one conversation - a panel debate in Berlin on the subject of marriage. This is our second conversation. ******************************************************************** Read more about Maniphesto: ►https://maniphesto.com/about Take our free men's life assessment: ►https://maniphesto.com/ Join an online men's group with Maniphesto Core: ►https://maniphesto.com/core-member/ Find us on your preferred platform: ►https://linktr.ee/maniphesto

Read more about Maniphesto: ►https://maniphesto.com/about Take our free men's life assessment: ►https://maniphesto.com/ Join an online men's group with Maniphesto Core: ►https://maniphesto.com/core-member/ Find us on your preferred platform: ►https://linktr.ee/maniphesto

Conversation with Michael Bang, Secretary General of Danish Men's Council, in the light of the recent documentary on DR1 "Mænd er Jaget Vildt, Signe Molde på Udebane". We cover the gender pay gap, the plight of boys in the danish public education system, social convstructivisim i gender questions, work family balance, and finally we dive into the differences in approaches from the Men's Council and Christianity. See the documentary on DR1 here: https://www.dr.dk/drtv/se/signe-molde-paa-udebane_-maend-er-jaget-vildt_421738 Read more about the Danish Men's Council and their work on https://manderaadet.dk Read more about Maniphesto: ►https://maniphesto.com/about Take our free men's life assessment: ►https://maniphesto.com/ Join an online men's group with Maniphesto Core: ►https://maniphesto.com/core-member/ Find us on your preferred platform: ►https://linktr.ee/maniphesto

Find more information on Maniphesto Core on https://maniphesto.com/core-member/ And you can find Jay and his work on: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCnt7Iy8GlmdPwy_Tzyx93bA This is a discussion about the Orthodox Christian perspective on masculinity with Jay Dyer. We explored the significance of the Genesis account, societal shifts including the Catholic Church's decision to bless homosexual unions, and the Christian perspective on manhood. The conversation also covered the Orthodox Church's perspective on human nature and death, the theological interpretation of the Bible, the concept of fundamentalism, and the Orthodox view of grace. They also discussed Paul Evdokiavs's book, "The Sacrament of Love," feminism, the significance of marriage, the concept of suffering, the importance of truth and strong masculine discussion, and the impacts of internet and city life on social interactions and human relationships.

Why celebrate Christmas? In too many families, men disconnect and leave all the planning, organisation, and execution of Christmas celebrations to the women. Here are three reasons why, as a man, you want to make sure that you are fully engaged in celebrating this time with your family. Chapters: - What Does Celebrating Christmas Do - Christmas is The Longest Night and the Shortest Day - Christmas is a Time of Integration - The Universal History of Christmas by Jonathan Pageau and Richard Rohlin Related Videos: The Universal History of Christmas by Jonathan Pageau and Richard Rohlin https://youtu.be/h-YNxQdbjgI?si=EwGWy7Ox2HsIlw_y ******************************************************************** Read more about Maniphesto: ►https://maniphesto.com/about Take our free men's life assessment: ►https://maniphesto.com/ Join an online men's group with Maniphesto Core: ►https://maniphesto.com/core-member/ Find us on your preferred platform: ►https://linktr.ee/maniphesto

A wide-ranging conversation with comedian, Chairperson of the Danish Atheist Society and Politician, Anders Sjernholm. In part 1we cover topics from metaphysics, science, ethics, morality, and religion. In this the second part, we cover the nature of love and end up talking about our personal backgrounds regarding sexuality and relationships, covering topics such as monogamy vs polyamory, marriage and anarchistic sexuality.

A wide-ranging conversation with comedian, Chairperson of the Danish Atheist Society and Politician, Anders Sjernholm. In part 1we cover topics from metaphysics, science, ethics, morality, and religion. In the second part, we cover the nature of love and end up talking about our personal backgrounds regarding sexuality and relationships, covering topics such as monogamy vs polyamory, marriage and anarchistic sexuality.

A conversation with dating coach Ege Reynolds of The Charming Man. Ege Reynolds is a former software engineer who is now the founder & CEO of The Charming Man, where he aims to help genuine, analytical men attract & date women authentically. While I can see that the work Ege does can help men reach their goals of finding a partner, I am also critical of the "dating coaching" approach, so I appreciated the opportunity to speak to Ege about it. Find Ege on Instagram here: https://www.instagram.com/realcharmingman/?hl=en or his website here: https://www.irresistiblegentleman.com/free ******************************************************************** Read more about Maniphesto: ►https://maniphesto.com/about Take our free men's life assessment: ►https://maniphesto.com/ Join an online men's group with Maniphesto Core: ►https://maniphesto.com/core-member/ Find us on your preferred platform: ►https://linktr.ee/maniphesto

A conversation on men, women and marriage in Sweden from the perspective of the Orthodox faith with Fr Mikael Fälthammar. Find Fr Mikaels podcast on https://poddtoppen.se/podcast/1494370264/ortodox-kristen-tro and see more about Fr Mikaels parish here: https://kristiuppstandelse.se/kontakt/ and you can also see my previous conversation with Fr Mikael here: https://youtu.be/pMkg9j9sluE

A Presentation on Core based on a presentation of the game of poker as a training ground for life from Daniel Bedö and an open conversation after that, looking at human relating, dating and love, and especially using economic and game theory models for life. The video mentioned in the conversation with Jonathan Pageau, Jordan Peterson and Douglas Murray is here: https://youtu.be/4Modzh94MVw?si=mHqdGepWRVtIZCx7 ******************************************************************** Read more about Maniphesto: ►https://maniphesto.com/about Take our free men's life assessment: ►https://maniphesto.com/ Join an online men's group with Maniphesto Core: ►https://maniphesto.com/core-member/ Find us on your preferred platform: ►https://linktr.ee/maniphesto

A conversation on the connection between masculinity and virtue with Fr Josiah Trenham. Fr Josiah starts in a surprising place to illustrate how far off we have gone from the path given the role of feminism, looking at shoulder pads in women's suits. He then goes on to illustrate a beautiful example of how men can lead with integrity and love. We particularly investigate four areas for the development of masculine virtue: 1. Participation in the divine services of the Church centered around the Eucharist 2. Sports, athletics, and military service 3. Marriage 4. Fellowship in brotherhood You can find more content from Fr Josiah on his website: https://patristicnectar.org/ Read more about Maniphesto: ►https://maniphesto.com/about Take our free men's life assessment: ►https://maniphesto.com/ Join an online men's group with Maniphesto Core: ►https://maniphesto.com/core-member/ Find us on your preferred platform: ►https://linktr.ee/maniphesto

A conversation with bio-hacker and "applied neuroscience strategist" Jonathan Roseland of Limitless Mindset, comparing our approaches. During the conversation, I mentioned this conversation with Jordan Peterson, Douglas Murray, and Jonathan Pageau:    • Douglas Murray and Jonathan Pageau | ...   I was initially pretty skeptical about Jonathan, especially with his references to "tantra" and what smelt a lot like transhumanism to me. I grilled him a little before having him on, and appreciated his openness to conversation and learning, as well as his commitment to his marriage, clarity about monogamy, and that he was clearly finding a path between science and spirituality in his search for answers in life. Find more information on Jonathan and his work at https://www.limitlessmindset.com/ Read more about Maniphesto: ►https://maniphesto.com/about Take our free men's life assessment: ►https://maniphesto.com/ Join an online men's group with Maniphesto Core: ►https://maniphesto.com/core-member/ Find us on your preferred platform: ►https://linktr.ee/maniphesto

A discussion on the Maniphesto Core leadership group on Accountability and becoming a man of your word. If you want to experience working on accountability in a group of men, then sign up for Maniphseto Core here: https://maniphesto.com/core-member/ You can also read more about our approach to Accountability and how we are working on this principle as a part of our 10 Principles (https://maniphesto.com/about/) here: https://maniphesto.com/accountability...

Join us on a transformative journey as Eskil shares his personal story of how Maniphesto became the guiding light in his darkest times. Discover the incredible power of brotherhood, accountability, and self-discovery as he recounts how our group helped him rebuild his life, find his true identity, and set him on the path to living a fulfilling, purpose-driven existence. Read more on https://maniphesto.com/core-member/ to understand how a men's group can help you turn your life around, just like Eskil.

Meet Fr. Mikael Fälthammar, a remarkable Orthodox priest serving in Sweden, one of the world's most secular countries. In this inspiring interview, we delve into the life, challenges, and spiritual journey of Fr. Mikael as he brings the light of Orthodoxy to a secular society.Find Fr Mikaels podcast on https://poddtoppen.se/podcast/1494370... and see more about Fr Mikaels parish here: https://kristiuppstandelse.se/kontakt/

A conversation on the second edition of Michael Hyatts most selling book ever "You Best Year Ever". Find the book here: https://www.amazon.com/Your-Best-Year-Ever-Achieving/dp/1545900655 And read more About Michael Hyatt and his work on https://fullfocus.co/ It you are interested in how we have applied Michael Hyatt's approach in a network fior men only, then check out Maniphesto Core, which is our network of men's accountability and life mastermind groups: https://maniphesto.com/core-member/

Paul Robson describes what he sees as the fundamental root of confusion in the crisis of manhood and masculinity. Years of focusing on toxic masculinity and telling negative stories about men and manhood has led us to confusion. Especially we tend to lack the ability to discern between Courage and Pride as well as between Humility and Timidity. Humility is the central and governing principle of Maniphesto's 10 Principles. Read more here: https://maniphesto.com/about/

Read our Men Lead Maniphesto here: https://maniphesto.com/men-lead-maniphesto/

The Virgin is perhaps one of the most central archetypes in the development of our society, western civilisation, and all of Christendom. And yet we have lost touch with it. Having grown up protestant, so virginity was something that my parents thought that I should maintain, but not exactly popular amongst my school friends. Having become Orthodox, I can see the incredible value and honour given to purity, chastity, and of course also to the Theotokos, the Mother of God, and also the importance that she is EVER Virgin. I am still trying to understand this, and so it was really useful for me when Maximillian Ravn came and joined our Core fellowship. A student of Theology in Denmark, but more importantly has personally experienced the power of the Virgin, rather than just studying ideas about her. I got a lot of value from our last conversation and then asked him to tell his story. It was an even more powerful story than I expected.

A conversation on the connection between masculinity and virtue with Fr Josiah Trenham. Fr Josiah starts in a surprising place to illustrate how far off we have gone form the path given the role of feminism, looking at shoulder pads in women's suits. He then goes in to illustrate a beautiful example of how men can lead with integrity and love. We particularly inverstigate four areas for the development of masculine virtue: 1. Participation in the divine services of the Church centered around the Eucharist 2. Sports, athletics, and military service 3. Marriage 4. Fellowship in brotherhood You can find more content from Fr Josiah on his web site:https://patristicnectar.org/

War, Conflict, and Violence in the Perspective of the Christian Orthodox Faith with Orthodox Priest Father Stephen De Young. You can follow Fr Stephen on his podcast Lord of Spirits: https://www.ancientfaith.com/podcasts/lordofspirits And find his book God is a Man of War: https://store.ancientfaith.com/god-is-a-man-of-war/ The Religion of the Apostles: https://store.ancientfaith.com/the-religion-of-the-apostles/

In this week's Maniphesto Core Leadership Meeting, we had a fascinating conversation about the meeting point between therapy and men's work. As a group, we explored the different approaches and philosophies of these two distinct practices and discussed how they can complement each other in supporting men's emotional and psychological well-being. Men's work is a term used to describe a variety of approaches and practices that aim to support men in developing greater self-awareness, emotional intelligence, and personal growth. This can involve group workshops, retreats, coaching, and mentorship programs. On the other hand, therapy is a more traditional approach to mental health, focusing on identifying and addressing emotional and psychological issues through one-on-one sessions with a trained therapist. During our conversation, we explored the benefits of both men's work and therapy, and how they can work together to create a holistic approach to men's mental health. For example, men's work can provide a supportive community and sense of belonging, while therapy can offer a safe space to explore and work through deeper emotional issues. We also discussed the importance of finding the right approach for each individual. While some men may benefit from a more structured therapeutic approach, others may find greater support through the community and group-oriented approach of men's work. If you're interested in learning more about the intersection of therapy and men's work, this conversation is a must-watch.

A conversation on Patriarchy and the Virgin - bringing in perspectives from views such as Jordan Peterson.

A community conversation on Core about Vision for men.

A conversation about the patriarchal pattern of reality and how that informs the lives of normal men. For more, check out the podcast "As Iron Sharpens Iron" on https://www.ancientfaith.com/podcasts/iron

Read more about John Strickland and his work on https://johnstrickland.org/ and listen to his podcast on https://www.ancientfaith.com/podcasts/paradiseutopia

Book review of the 5th volume of St Paisios the Athonites Spiritual Councils: Passions and Virtues Learn more: https://maniphesto.com/