School of Man

The Core (Consistently Optimizing Real Energy) Five as the men of SoM like to call it are – Live, Love, Learn, Lead, and Legacy.  These five key pillars are the heartbeat of the SoM Culture.  In this Episode, Cole invites you into a behind the scenes look of what really goes on in SoM on … Ep 37: The Dream with Zack Cox, Brotherhood Class 001 Read More » The post Ep 37: The Dream with Zack Cox, Brotherhood Class 001 appeared first on School of Man.

Vacation mindset is real. It sends men for one hell of a feedback loop and oftentimes looks a lot like summer. Each season has a different meaning: Spring – A time where everything is blooming. Summer – A time where vacation mindset kicks in. Fall – A time where the leaves change colors and they … Ep 36: Vacation Mindset and the 4 Seasons of Business and Life Read More » The post Ep 36: Vacation Mindset and the 4 Seasons of Business and Life appeared first on School of Man.

You can do it in your sleep takes on a whole new meaning when you actually try…to perform a task half asleep. Cole has been training for over 2 years now to set the world-record for most Murphs in under 24 hours.  Periodically he will challenge himself to test his why.   Just recently he did … Ep 35: The Midnight Murph Read More » The post Ep 35: The Midnight Murph appeared first on School of Man.

If you walk around SoM Headquarters long enough you will hear guys say, “meow, meow” to each other.  In fact, you might even earn a patch that has “meow, meow” on it. It is to remind you to focus on the hard and the things that matter most…and when you don't do what is hard, … Ep 34: How To Go Up Another Level By Creating A Story Read More » The post Ep 34: How To Go Up Another Level By Creating A Story appeared first on School of Man.

So you want to be successful? Simply do the shit others are not willing to do.  That is the Ethos of Cole and the Ethos of men who are setting the world on fire. In this episode Cole takes you through his time honored principles of waking up before 5 a.m., cold therapy, silence, meditation, … Ep 33: The World Class Routine Read More » The post Ep 33: The World Class Routine appeared first on School of Man.

The second paragraph of the School of Man Ethos calls for you “To be the hero and father your children need.” But the reality is, we as men are battling with the addiction to distraction, e-mails, deadlines, growing a business, and putting food on the table.  All of the sudden we look up and the … Ep 32: Magic Moments Are What Life Is About Read More » The post Ep 32: Magic Moments Are What Life Is About appeared first on School of Man.

“The reasonable man adapts to the world.  The unreasonable man makes the world adapt to him.” – George Bernard Shaw Cole is back with a power packed episode.  He takes you on a recent journey and adventure of his where he ran through the lightening, rain, and thunder to get to his destination.  One minute … Ep 31: The Lightining Bolt Run Read More » The post Ep 31: The Lightining Bolt Run appeared first on School of Man.

Everyone has a plan until you are punched in the mouth and then you find out who you are at the core. When the fight starts, men typically fall to the lowest level of their training and in today's world where 99% of men are average, training is poor. In this episode explore WHY it … Ep. 30: You Fight How You Train Read More » The post Ep. 30: You Fight How You Train appeared first on School of Man.

Cole is joined by Bobby Baldwin to share his story of redemption and rebirth today. Bobby wasn't raised under the easiest circumstances, which led him to battle addiction throughout his young life. Despite the adversity he faced, Bobby was able to realize that life is happening for him, not to him, and change his life … Ep. 29: Redemption and Rebirth with Bobby Baldwin Read More » The post Ep. 29: Redemption and Rebirth with Bobby Baldwin appeared first on School of Man.

Cole is approaching this episode like a therapy session by opening up and talking about where he's been. Before the beginning of the year, one small hurdle happened within his family. Little did he know that this “small hurdle” would have a domino effect over the next month of his and his family's life. It's … Ep. 28: Boring the Devil Read More » The post Ep. 28: Boring the Devil appeared first on School of Man.

On this episode of School of Man we're joined by guest Caleb to talk about his journey with us. His story begins with grief, loss, and pain, which hit him hard from 2020 to 2021. During this time, he was overwhelmed with feelings of anxiety and apathy. He was able to find support with his … Ep. 27: Second Chance Read More » The post Ep. 27: Second Chance appeared first on School of Man.

Today, let's discuss motivation and why it's not something you can rely on, especially when resistance comes into play. In order to become the man you want to be, you have to focus on embodying the qualities that make the “one percent man.” It's also crucial to explore your upbringing and how it influences your … Ep. 26: How Your Upbringing Impacts Your GOALs Read More » The post Ep. 26: How Your Upbringing Impacts Your GOALs appeared first on School of Man.

Today we're touching on an important concept: no one is coming to save you. As men, we have to constantly remind ourselves of this idea. We live in a world of instant gratification, and often we expect the process of our own growth to be much the same. You should still raise your hand when … Ep. 25: No One Is Coming To Save You Read More » The post Ep. 25: No One Is Coming To Save You appeared first on School of Man.

What does it mean to be an intentional man versus a conditional man? The most successful men don't drift their way to success​​ – they act intentionally with a fulfillment mindset. The intentional man has a crystal-clear picture of who he is, what he wants, and where he's going. On this episode of School of … Ep. 24: Intentional vs. Conditional Thinking Read More » The post Ep. 24: Intentional vs. Conditional Thinking appeared first on School of Man.

This episode of School of Man is all about the value of trust, vulnerability, and remaining humble when you're being called out or lovingly held accountable. It's important that you be willing to receive honest feedback so you can identify your shortcomings, and then you can do something about it. As a man, you need … Ep. 23: Be the Standard Read More » The post Ep. 23: Be the Standard appeared first on School of Man.

We've got Jon Kennon, a School of Man original member, with us in this week's show. He and Cole are going to have a long conversation and talk about so many things from their lives. Jon and Cole use this episode as an opportunity to discuss the importance of outsourcing, how limiting beliefs can hold … Ep. 22: Bourbon and Bullshitting with OG Jon Kennon Read More » The post Ep. 22: Bourbon and Bullshitting with OG Jon Kennon appeared first on School of Man.

On this episode of School of Man, we're joined by Josh Gonzalez. Even though Josh is still young, he's experienced tremendous growth in his personal journey. He has been through a lot of pain in an effort to discover his true self. Josh learned to befriend his pain by listening to it and running towards … Ep. 21: Blind Trust with Josh Gonzales, SoM 006 Read More » The post Ep. 21: Blind Trust with Josh Gonzales, SoM 006 appeared first on School of Man.

Today's episode is about a topic that might make you a little uncomfortable: masturbation. It's an important topic and there's no need to demonize it. Cole will discuss the unhealthy side of it and how it has affected his own marriage. We've got nothing to hide and everything to gain with this topic. Cole explains … Ep. 20: The Darkside To Masturbation Read More » The post Ep. 20: The Darkside To Masturbation appeared first on School of Man.

There's plenty of content out there on how you need to find your “why.” But today, Cole is taking a different approach to it while providing some examples from his life. This will show you the importance of putting yourself in a position where you are forced to grow. Cole describes some of the issues … Ep. 19: Why Am I Doing This Again? Read More » The post Ep. 19: Why Am I Doing This Again? appeared first on School of Man.

Today we're talking about an unhealthy addiction. You probably don't even think that this is an addiction, but it's one that plagues a lot of healthy, alpha men. Cole first sets the tone by telling a story about The Beggars Bowl, demonstrating the human addiction to validation. Seeking validation is like a drug, and it's … Ep. 18: The Beggars Bowl Read More » The post Ep. 18: The Beggars Bowl appeared first on School of Man.

Cole is explaining the final parts of the School of Man ethos in the third episode of this three-part series. He reads us the fourth and fifth paragraphs to set up the episode, which he has completely memorized because they come from the heart. After listening to this episode, you'll have a clearer idea of … Ep. 17: Ethos Part 3 – Rebirth Read More » The post Ep. 17: Ethos Part 3 – Rebirth appeared first on School of Man.

Let's get into the second of three episodes about the School of Man ethos. This time, Cole is going to be presenting some big questions, but they're only useful if you actually answer them. The bigger the question, the bigger the answer, the bigger the result. Breaking down the next paragraphs of the ethos, we'll … Ep. 16: Ethos Part 2 – Lion Hearted Read More » The post Ep. 16: Ethos Part 2 – Lion Hearted appeared first on School of Man.

The ethos at the School of Man is like our battle cry. When the “founding fathers” of SoM were putting it together, they spent a lot of time thinking about who is going to read and live this ethos. To some, the ethos is a prayer, and to others, it's a lifestyle. Today is the … Ep. 15: Ethos Part 1 – Die Living Read More » The post Ep. 15: Ethos Part 1 – Die Living appeared first on School of Man.

A conversation that Cole often has with the men he coaches is about their relationships with their wives. He gets asked about how his own wife, Ashley, bought into the new version of himself. That's what we're getting into today, focusing heavily on the sexlessness that existed in Cole's marriage for years. Cole takes us … Ep. 14: Welcome to the Desert (Sexless Marriage) Read More » The post Ep. 14: Welcome to the Desert (Sexless Marriage) appeared first on School of Man.

This week, Cole is alongside Zack Cox, Brian Barnett, and Scott Huff. They're here to talk about their experience with the Crucible Challenge in School of Man, along with how the lessons from it can be applied anywhere in life. The guys reveal their biggest takeaways from Crucible, along with some reasons why they knew … Ep. 13: Crucible Moments Read More » The post Ep. 13: Crucible Moments appeared first on School of Man.

There are two sides to pressure: the healthy side and the unhealthy side. In this episode, Cole will be explaining what that means and why pressure is integral for building courage as a man. So many men avoid pressure in their lives, and this prevents them from ever doing any meaningful growth. They have lost … Ep. 12: Pressure Is a Privilege Read More » The post Ep. 12: Pressure Is a Privilege appeared first on School of Man.

Very few embrace it, but we are all perfectly flawed. It's important to own the decisions you have made in life, so Cole will be taking us through some of his worst moments in this episode. Going through these situations has made Cole a better man, just like how your flaws have done the same … Ep. 11: Perfectly Flawed Read More » The post Ep. 11: Perfectly Flawed appeared first on School of Man.

We're joined today by Clint Spear for a conversation about how you would treat today if it was your last day. Clint will also explain what SoM means to him. A lot of men are just existing, not living. This was the case for Clint before he joined SoM. He was okay with where he … Ep. 10: To Hell and Back with Clint Speer Read More » The post Ep. 10: To Hell and Back with Clint Speer appeared first on School of Man.

Let's talk about your greatest asset. The ability to flip the switch and say “it's go time” is what will get you to new levels, regardless of where you are right now in life or what you do. Not everyone is created equal, and you have to understand that. Learning to focus on what you … Ep. 9: Flip the Switch Read More » The post Ep. 9: Flip the Switch appeared first on School of Man.

In this episode we've got Zack Cox, one of the original gangsters of School of Man, with us. “Don't mind the flies” is an expression that Zack has integrated into his life, and today we're going to dive into why that is. Zack begins by telling us about a dark time when a School of … Ep. 8: The Debrief – Don't Mind The Flies Read More » The post Ep. 8: The Debrief – Don't Mind The Flies appeared first on School of Man.

we're joined once again by guest Blake for part two of our conversation about his personal experience with School of Man. There was a lot going on in his life that led to him joining SOM, which was covered in part one. In part two, the focus is on the transformation he's made since joining. … Ep. 7: The Path Part 2 with Blake Warren Read More » The post Ep. 7: The Path Part 2 with Blake Warren appeared first on School of Man.

Today we're joined by Blake, who is sharing his personal experience in joining School of Man. He starts by explaining where he was mentally and emotionally before SOM, and what compelled him to join. Blake went through a situation that brought him to his knees financially, and all comfort in his life was removed. Darkness … Ep. 6: The Path Part 1 with Blake Warren Read More » The post Ep. 6: The Path Part 1 with Blake Warren appeared first on School of Man.

Today we've got Louis Petit joining us as a guest for this Debrief episode. He's here to discuss privilege versus burden, which will be guided by a story of an evolution within School of Man. Louis takes us back to the day he was leading a SoM team through the Devil's Loop and how he … Ep. 5: The Debrief – Privilege vs. Burden Read More » The post Ep. 5: The Debrief – Privilege vs. Burden appeared first on School of Man.

Let's talk about an exciting topic which is the number-one trait you can find in every successful man. What's interesting is that the answer may not be what you think. It's something that starts from the inside out, but it's possible for any man to embody this trait. Get ready to break down what it … Ep. 4: Consistency Breeds Confidence Read More » The post Ep. 4: Consistency Breeds Confidence appeared first on School of Man.

We're talking about the fact that what you do in the dark will show itself in the light on today's episode. Why is this so important? It's because as a man, that's how you're built. In what situations are you using the excuse “no one will ever know”? It can have bigger consequences than you … Ep 3. No One Will Ever Know Read More » The post Ep 3. No One Will Ever Know appeared first on School of Man.

In this episode, you'll learn the five things that every man needs. Before you can get these five things, you have to start running toward your hero self and begin dealing with the things you have been avoiding. This is how you find out who you really are. Another value at the core of these … Ep 2. Five Things Every Man Needs Read More » The post Ep 2. Five Things Every Man Needs appeared first on School of Man.

This episode of School of Man is about the alpha. Specifically, we're talking about what a healthy alpha is, how alphas become unhealthy, and the death of the alpha male. This is the perfect opening podcast topic because it sets the tone for what School of Man is all about. It's about doing more than … Ep 1. The Death of the Alpha Read More » The post Ep 1. The Death of the Alpha appeared first on School of Man.