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“Manhood” as we knew it is no more! The rules around what it means to be a “man” are constantly changing and being manly no longer means what it used to. The Manly Deeds Podcast is straight barbershop talk for the fellas that is unapologetically honest,

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    When The Checks Stop! Losing A Job & Still Having To Provide I Ep. 142

    Play Episode Listen Later May 26, 2025 72:40


    What happens when the checks stop but the responsibilities don't? This week on The Manly Deeds Podcast, we're talking layoffs, manhood, and the silent weight brothers carry when they can't provide like they used to. From identity to self-worth, we're breaking down how to navigate the pressure—and rise again. Watch, listen, and tap in. This one's for every man who's been there. #ManlyDeedsPodcast #BlackMenTalk #ProviderPressure #LaidOffAndLearning #MentalHealthForMen #MasculinityUnpacked #MoreThanAProvider

    All Rise! Diddy Trail, Tory Lanez, Rodney Hinton Jr. and More I Ep. 141

    Play Episode Listen Later May 20, 2025 84:40


    Trading Russell, Drafting Future

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 28, 2025 56:01


    And we're back! We're in for a treat with this special edition of the Manly Deeds Podcast featuring our segment, "Ask Dr. Life Coach Lace!" You know it's about to be a wild story and you don't want to miss this one! It's the Manly Deeds Podcast!

    Parents Just Don't Understand I Ep. 139

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 21, 2025 57:11


    And we're back! The fellas discuss how revisiting the past with your parents isn't an attack on how you were raised—it's simply a chance to clarify moments in your shared history. Plus, hear the news about a Cave member's brother appearing on a reality show, and the struggle of mustering the strength to parent after a long day at work. This is NOT an episode you want to miss. It's the Manly Deeds Podcast!

    Love On the Spectrum I Ep. 138

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 14, 2025 67:27


    This episode is jam-packed! The fellas share their love for the show Love on the Spectrum, as well as their dislike for the new Pop the Balloon. You'll also hear their thoughts on their most recent viral video and listen in as they discuss reconciling with parents. This is NOT an episode you want to miss — it's the Manly Deeds Podcast!

    Survivor's Remorse I Ep. 137

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 7, 2025 60:08


    And we're back! Somehow, the fella p!ss off one of the cave members when he shares how he deals with survivor's remorse. You don't want to miss this episode! It's the Manly Deeds Podcast!

    It Go Down In the DM I Ep. 136

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 31, 2025 60:08


    And we're back!! Come have a seat while Dr. Life Coach Lace shares a story of how it goes down in the DMs! It's a matter of principles and boundaries. While you're listening, check us out on all our social platforms. It's the Manly Deeds Podcast!

    Nobody Can Tell Me What to Do I Ep 135

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 24, 2025 70:12


    And we're back! In this episode, the fellas discuss the idea of inconveniencing yourself for others. Don't hinder me just to impress people we don't know! This is an episode you don't want to miss! It's the Manly Deeds Podcast!

    Can Your Boy Date Your Sister? l Ep. 134

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 3, 2025 59:38


    And we're back with another episode! This one is jam-packed from start to finish. The fellas dive into the importance of properly using condiments while eating, whether you'd let your best friend "date" your sister, and if your ex-girlfriend can date someone from your friend group. This isn't an episode you want to miss! It's the Manly Deeds Podcast!

    Every Little Step I Take, She Will Be There! I Ep. 133

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 26, 2025 34:08


    And We're Back!! Question for you: if your wife asked to track every little step you take with an app, would you let her? Check out this hilarious but serious episode as the Fellas answer this question. This isn't an episode that you want to miss. It's the Manly Deeds Podcast!

    Am I My Brother's Keeper? l Ep. 132

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 17, 2025 37:46


    The answer....Yes. I. Am! Nobody wins when the family feuds. In this episode, the fellas discuss why it's important to invest in your brother and your community. This isn't an episode you want to miss. It's the Manly Deeds Podcast!

    Valentine's Is Not for Us l Ep. 131

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 11, 2025 68:12


    And we're back for another one! In this episode, the fellas cover whether Valentine's Day is for men, and they answer whether seggs is better when you're married or single. What are your thoughts?! This isn't an episode you want to miss. It's the Manly Deeds Podcast!

    Black History is to be Told Not Sold | Ep. 130

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 3, 2025 63:05


    Happy Black History Month! When you think of BHM, what first comes to mind? Do you think of the accomplishments that black people have made? What should it look like for us to celebrate black culture? Well, one way we celebrate it is with a bunch of jokes. This is not an episode you want to miss! It's the Manly Deeds Podcast!

    Trump, DEI, Target, AI, & Fakenews | Ep. 129

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 27, 2025 57:00


    And we're back!! This is a jam-packed episode with everything happening now: new president, Trump, DEI hiring, Target, AI taking over, and fake news! You don't want to miss this episode! It's the Manly Deeds Podcast 00:00 - Back in The Cave! 01:25 - Wasted Affirmations 06:21 - Better Late Than Never 10:23 - Trump standing on Bidness! 13:51 - DEI isn't just about black people 27:46 - Ai is going to take jobs 34:31 - Ai doing our kids homework 51:32 - Needs More Self Control

    Treat Me Like a Piece of Meat | Ep.128

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 20, 2025 57:21


    The fellas are back at it again! Every topic under the sun is covered: your grandma giving tithes, flirting with the opposite sex, and being treated like a piece of meat. What is your go-to move when you're trying to flirt? Let us know in the comments. You don't want to miss this episode! It is the #ManlyDeedsPodcast!

    Text Me Back! | Ep. 127

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 13, 2025 61:46


    And we're back! In this episode, the fellas reflect back on gifts they received, demanding a response to text messages, and attending a wedding for a couple that you know won't make it. Also...what's a "shacket"? Please let us know! Anyway...welcome to the Manly Deeds Podcast!!!

    I'm Not Crazy Any More | Manly Deeds Podcast Ep. 126

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 6, 2025 60:31


    Happy New Year! The Cave is back! In this episode, the fellas emphasize doing the work to heal in the new year, stop smudging your house on demon time, and not being crazy any more. This is an episode you do not want to miss! It's the Manly Deeds Podcast!

    Faith vs. Fear | Manly Deeds Podcast Ep. 125

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 23, 2024 40:04


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    What Had Happen Was Some Mid | Manly Deeds Podcast Ep. 124

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 16, 2024 62:01


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    Angry Black Men | Manly Deeds Podcast Ep. 123

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 11, 2024 48:57


    It's difficult to shake a label once it has been given. But what if you're trying to make a change? And do I have to agree with you so that I can be considered open minded? Let's just agree to disagree! You don't want to miss this episode of the Manly Deeds Podcast! Welcome to the Cave!

    Vulnerability & Infertility | Ep. 122 Manly Deeds Podcast

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 4, 2024 54:21


    In this episode, one of the fellas opens up about his journey with marriage, infertility, and fostering. This is not an episode you want to miss! It's the Manly Deeds Podcast!

    Election Season | Ep. 121 Manly Deeds Podcast

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 29, 2024 41:37


    It's Election Season! So lets talk about it! Welcome to the Cave!

    I Wish I Sinned a Little More | Ep. 120 Manly Deeds Podcast

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 21, 2024 60:36


    And....We're....Back!!! Be prepared for an hour worth of laughs as the fellas take a trip down memory lane. This isn't an episode you want to miss! It's the #ManlyDeedsPodcast

    Don't Project on Me! | Manly Deeds Podcast Ep 119

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 23, 2024 60:22


    In this episode of the Manly Deeds Podcast, Projection is real! And you'll see it throughout the episode. From creating Life Time Movie narratives, to narrating, to holding back words of encouragement, we project our thoughts on how others will react. Don't project on me! This isn't an episode you want to miss. It's the Manly Deeds Podcast!

    Subjective Evidence | Ep. 118 Manly Deeds Podcast

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 16, 2024 59:57


    Communication is a miracle! And often we fail at it. Projection, shame, and fear are common barriers that keep us from communicating effectively. But what about Subjective Evidence? What is it? Tap in to find out! Welcome to the Cave! It's the Manly Deeds Podcast!

    Brah, Live Your Life! | Ep. 117 Manly Deeds Podcast

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 9, 2024 58:58


    AND WE BACK!! In this episode of the Manly Deeds Podcast, the fellas do not hold back! Russell Wilson is wholesome, but is he intentionally highlighting his relationship with lil Future? Should you turn down the volume on your relationship when others are watching? RIP to Fatman Scoop and Rich Homie Quan…but were you a real fan? Who is going to protect the babies when they're at school?! And….who killed the sneaker game?! We got all the answers, so you don't want to miss this one! It's the Manly Deeds Podcast!

    Men & Women Can Be Friends? | Manly Deeds Podcast Ep. 116

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 19, 2024 58:47


    In this episode of the Manly Deeds Podcast, the fellas start with going back to memory lane to when BlackBerries, Motorola Razrs, SideKicks, PalmPre's, and Nokia brick phones were the everything! Then the fellas get into the age old question of, can men and women be just friends? This isn't an episode you want to miss. Welcome to the Cave! It's the #ManlyDeedsPodcast!

    No One Checks On Me | Ep. 115 Manly Deeds Podcast

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 12, 2024 45:22


    In this episode of the Manly Deeds Podcast the fellas open up about health, mortality, responsibility, and depression. Also, are you the one that your friends come to when they are in need of advice, assistance, or help? Do those same friends ever check in on you? The Cave is hear to let you know....you're not alone. You don't want to miss this episode. It's the Manly Deeds Podcast!

    Career Slump? Reevaluate & Negotiate

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 5, 2024 61:59


    In this episode of the Manly Deeds Podcast, the fellas dip into their Human Resources bag! Hear them share about their experiences in creating resumes, using AI, interviewing, negotiating, and getting that bag! This is the episode that all professionals need to hear! Welcome to the #ManlyDeedsPodcast!

    Research, Vote, & Stay off Facebook | Ep. 113 Manly Deeds Podcast

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 30, 2024 62:17


    In this episode of the Manly Deeds Podcast, the fellas discuss the importance of doing research before voting, because....it's a lot of crazies out here! Everyone has an opinion, but what is yours?! Plus is Troy wrong for tagging Melly Mel on FB? Is Troy the Feds? And Dr. Life Coach Lace takes credit when credit is NOT DUE! You don't want to miss this episode! It's the #ManlyDeedsPodcast!

    Mid-life Crisis | Ep. 112 Manly Deeds Podcast

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 22, 2024 60:48


    In this episode of the Manly Deeds Podcast, the fellas are seeking some understanding. Later, one of the Cave members addresses the elephant in the room and reveals his discovery of going through a mid-life crisis. You don't want to miss this episode. It's the #ManlyDeedsPodcast!

    Celibacy Ain't for Me! | Ep. 111 Manly Deeds Podcast

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 15, 2024 60:54


    Vengeance is the Lord's, Revenge is Mine | Manly Deeds Podcast Ep. 110

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 8, 2024 57:14


    In this episode, the fellas are getting old!! Hear how they come to the revelation that they are not as young as they used to be. You'll get a chance to catch up on MDP's recent viral videos and learn how to k!ll your opps with kindness. You don't want to miss this one! It's the Manly Deeds Podcast!

    Should We Celebrate July 4th? | Ep. 109 Manly Deeds Podcast

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 2, 2024 33:50


    In this BONUS EPISODE of the Manly Deeds Podcast, the fellas as the important quesitons: Should we celebrate July 4th? How should we celebrate Juneteenth? Plus, hear the infamous corduroy jacket story! Get your glizzies ready! It's the Manly Deeds Podcast!

    Much Needed Vacation | Ep. 108 Manly Deeds Podcast

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 24, 2024 55:40


    In this episode the fellas share about their vacation experiences and Lace continues to show why he is a menace. This isn't an episode you want to miss. Welcome to the Cave! It's the Manly Deeds Podcast!

    I Do What I Want | Ep. 107 Manly Deeds Podcast

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 17, 2024 58:27


    In this episode of Manly Deeds, the fellas argue why it is important to follow rules. Plus, Melly Mel shares are sad, but funny story. You don't want to miss this episode. Welcome to the Cave! It's the #ManlyDeedsPodcast!

    Top 10 Worst Gifts for Men! | Ep. 106 Manly Deeds Podcast

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 11, 2024 34:41


    And We're Back! In this episode of the Manly Deeds Pocast, the fellas share their feelings about Father's Day. This isn't an episode you want to miss. It's the #ManlyDeedsPodcast!

    5 Ways Men Can Level-Up | Ep 105

    Play Episode Listen Later May 20, 2024 59:17


    And we're back! In this episode of the #ManlyDeedsPodcast, the fellas cover the 5 ways that men can level-up! This is an episode you do not want to miss. Welcome to the Cave!

    Functioning in Dysfunction | Ep. 104 #ManlyDeedsPodcast

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 30, 2024 40:30


    In this week's episode, the fellas talk about functioning in dysfunctional relationships. When the guys realize that dysfunction is too common, they make the decision to...you know what? You'll have to hear it for yourself. This is an episode you don't want to miss. It's the Manly Deeds Podcast

    Hindsight is 20/20 | ep. 103 #ManlyDeedsPodcast

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 23, 2024 53:59


    Welcome to the Manly Deeds Podcast! In this week's podcast, the fellas discuss compounded emotions, changing seasons of friendships, and their icks. And Wholesome Troy is on the struggle bus this episode. It's Manly Deeds Podcast.

    We Don't Trust You | Ep. 102 #ManlyDeedsPodcast

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 16, 2024 61:03


    Drake, J.Cole, Kendrick, Future....whose side are you on?! Mel challenges the fellas to make the decision to pick a side whenever your friends are at odds. This isn't an episode that you want to miss. Welcome to the Manly Deeds Podcast. 

    Tip? I Ain't Paying the 5! | Ep. 101 #ManlyDeedsPodcast

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 9, 2024 52:57


    On this episode the fellas share their thoughts on politics, taxes, fighting, and leaving tips. This isn't an episode you want to miss. Welcome to the Manly Deeds Podcast!

    Cowboy Cave | ep. 100 #ManlyDeedsPodcast

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 2, 2024 53:39


    In this episode, the fellas cover cancel culture, culture appropriation, Beyoncé's Cowboy Carter, and Netflix. This isn't an episode you want to miss. Thank you for tuning in for our 100th episode! We would not be here without you. Welcome to the Cave!

    Throw that "God is Dope" Shirt Away | Ep. 99 #ManlyDeedsPodcast

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 26, 2024 41:57


    With the Easter holiday around the corner, the Church has become a big conversation. Hear the fellas discuss Tye Tribbett's "church is whack" statement, Mike Todd's antics, and God is Dope t-shirts. You don't want to miss this one. It's the Manly Deeds Podcast!

    Age Ain't Nothing But a Number | Ep. 98 #ManlyDeedsPodcast

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 19, 2024 61:00


    In this episode of the Manly Deeds Podcast, the fellas share their thoughts on Draya Michelle, and Jalen Green's recent announcement. Trust, the opinions are strong. Where do you land in the conversation? You don't want to miss this episode of the #ManlyDeedsPocast

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    Causing Division on Valentine's Day | Ep. 97 #ManlyDeedsPodcast

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 13, 2024 52:08


    Welcome back to another exciting installment of the #ManlyDeedsPodcast! In this episode, our hosts dive deep into a crucial aspect of relationships—highlighting the significance of a man's visibility within the dynamics and emphasizing the pivotal role of establishing clear expectations with one's significant other. Trust us, you won't want to miss this insightful conversation. It's the #ManlyDeedsPodcast!

    Keep Coretta's Name Out Ya Mouf! | Ep. 96 #ManlyDeedsPodcast

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 6, 2024 52:51


    In this episode, the fellas ask the question: What have you done to deserve a Coretta Scott King? Troy gets duped by a salesman, and he tells his villain origin story of being called out on the school bus for wearing fake clothes. You don't want to miss this episode! It's the #ManlyDeedsPodcast!

    My Kids Are Dating, Getting Whoopings, and Parents Not Apologizing | Ep. 95 #ManlyDeedsPodcast

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 30, 2024 66:30


    In this episode, the fellas reflect on their childhood and parenthood. Hear the fellas discuss the whoopings they got, needing to hear their parents apologize, and the hypocracy we face when our children start dating. Like, follow, subscribe, and share. Pull up a chair...Welcome to the #ManlyDeedsPodcast!

    Taylor Swift Killed Swag Surfing | Ep. 94 #ManlyDeedsPodcast

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 22, 2024 54:29


    AND WE BACK! New Year, Same Cave! In this weeks episode, hear the fellas talk a variety of topics from what we're NOT going to do in the new year, being outside, Taylor Swift swag surfing, airplanes falling apart, and boots for duck hunting. You don't want to miss this episode! It's the #ManlyDeedspodcast

    We Made It! | Ep. 93 #ManlyDeedsPodcast

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 18, 2023 46:28


    It's the end of the year, and we made it! Hear from the good fellas of the Manly Deeds Podcast as they reflect, project, and plan for progress. Merry Christmas, Happy Holidays, and Happy New Year from the Manly Deeds Podcast!

    The Problem With N**** Like You | Ep. 92 #ManlyDeedsPodcast

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 11, 2023 53:08


    I Don't Care! That's the answer we have about a lot of things that are going on in the world like Cassie's lawsuit with Diddy, Joe Smith's wife massaging Cam'ron, and Big Baby Davis' insurance fraud to name a few. Tap in to hear why! Welcome to the Cave! It's the ManlyDeedsPodcast!

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