Podcasts about Masculinity

In this episode of Friday Field Notes, Ryan Michler dives deep into the high-profile Cornell controversy to break down the critical differences between legal culpability, moral responsibility, and mainstream media narratives. Addressing the ongoing cultural attack on men, Ryan challenges the popular claim that masculinity itself is inherently toxic.  Instead, he explains the distinction between raw, amoral masculinity and mature, righteous manliness grounded in divine principles. Ryan calls on men to stop outsourcing their morality to institutions, start holding their peers accountable, and actively model strength, virtue, and leadership for the next generation. Tune in to explore what it truly takes to restore real men in today's society.   SHOW HIGHLIGHTS 00:00 - Introduction & The Cornell Controversy 02:35 - Legal Culpability vs. Moral Responsibility 09:50 - Deconstructing Anti-Male Narratives 18:22 - Due Process and the Flaws of Public Opinion 25:50 - Masculinity vs. Manliness Defined 32:00 - The Role of Objective Morality and Righteousness 40:10 - Stop Outsourcing Your Sense of Morality 43:30 - Policing Our Own and Embracing Confrontation 47:09 - Raising the Next Generation & Modeling Virtuous Behavior 54:34 - Joining the Iron Council   Battle Planners: Pick yours up today! Order Ryan's new book, The Masculinity Manifesto. For more information on the Iron Council brotherhood. Want maximum health, wealth, relationships, and abundance in your life? Sign up for our free course, 30 Days to Battle Ready  

Most people are better at seeing price than value. They look at a person, opportunity, business, relationship, or resource and judge it by what it is today instead of what it could become. In this episode of The Impossible Life Podcast, Nick Surface and Garrett Unclebach explore why the ability to recognize value is one of the most powerful skills a man can develop. Jesus repeatedly saw potential in people others overlooked, and Christian men who understand their purpose are called to develop the same ability to look beyond appearances and recognize what God has placed in front of them.Seeing value begins with understanding where value comes from. God is the author of value, and understanding that you were created in His image changes the way you see yourself and everything around you. Biblical masculinity is not passive. God put Adam in the garden to work it, keep it, develop it, and make more of what he had been given. When men understand their own God-given value, they stop approaching life only transactionally and begin asking a different question: What could this become if I faithfully bring my knowledge, wisdom, creativity, vision, and effort to it?The ability to see value grows through knowledge, wisdom, pattern recognition, vision, and agency. Faith allows you to see beyond present circumstances, endurance allows you to keep building when the work becomes difficult, and purpose gives you a reason to create rather than consume. If you spend your life avoiding pain or quitting when the price becomes uncomfortable, you will miss much of the value God has placed around you. The goal is to become the kind of man who walks into every environment asking how he can multiply what he has been given and leave it better than he found it.Check out VITL Peptides by clicking hereJoin a group of likeminded Impossible Life listeners in our FREE Skool community by clicking here.Get the Purpose Playbook by clicking hereGet the FREE Basic Discipline Training 30 Day Program by clicking hereJoin us in Mindset Mastery by clicking hereLevel up your nutrition with IDLife by clicking hereGET IN TOUCHSocial Media - @theimpossiblelifeEmail - info@theimpossible.life

Co-Host Emily McKay (https://scotmckaycoaching.com) It's long overdue, but Emily and I are finally talking about male/female relationship on TV and in movies. There's no better co-host for this, since, well...Emily and I watch more shows together than we do with anyone else, obviously. Given that spaghetti westerns and action/adventure flicks rarely have much to offer as far as dudes and chicks getting together, luckily Emily gets her turn every once in a while at having me sit through one of her "chick flicks". As a dating/relationship specialist, this is where the true "research" is, so I probably don't mind watching them as much as some other guys might.  So here's the deal, skip every rom-com with Adam Sandler and Drew Barrymore , Matthew McConaughey and Kate Hudson, or Billy Crystal and Meg Ryan because they all follow the same formula. We also spared you another commentary on either Titanic or The Notebook. Instead, we start off by going after the Taylor Sheridan universe. We cover Rip and Beth from Yellowstone, Spencer and Alex from 1923, and pretty much every interesting couple in Landman. Then we get to: Mila Kunis and Justin Timberlake in Friends With Benefits, Brett Goldstein and Juno Temple in Ted Lasso, Matthew Perry and Salma Hayek in Fools Rush In, Kurt Russell and Goldie Hawn in Overboard, Bruce Willis and Cybill Shepherd in Moonlighting, Tom Cruise and Renee Zellweger in Jerry Maguire, and several other "surprise" mentions. Then, we go back to '70s TV with Archie and Edith Bunker and George and Weezy Jefferson. As for our takes on all of these crazy characters, all I can say is expect the unexpected. Got any ideas of your own after listening? Who did we leave out? Write us at scotandemily@scotandemily.com And of course, don't forget to visit the newly-renovated https://mountaintoppodcast.com === HELP US SEND THE MESSAGE TO GREAT MEN EVERYWHERE === This show is built on the "Big Four": Confidence, Masculinity, Liking Women, and Good Character. Better men get better women. If you love what you hear, please rate the show on the service you subscribed 

L'Afghanistan non è certamente un paese di primo piano, quando si parla di calcio, ma ha avuto un ruolo politico piuttosto rilevante a livello internazionale a partire dalla fine degli anni Settanta. E, al di là dei risultati, il calcio femminile rappresenta da vent'anni le aspirazioni delle donne afgane per maggiori diritti e libertà sociali.LE FONTI USATE PER QUESTO EPISODIO:- AKBARI Farkhondeh, TRUE Jacqui, Consolidating gender apartheid: five years on from the Taliban takeover of Afghanistan, Australian Journal of International Affairs, 2026- HUSSAIN Umer, AGHA Nola, Sports in Afghanistan and Pakistan - After the Unannounced End of the Global War on Terrorism, in "Sport, Cultural Identity, and Masculinity. Afghan and Pakistani Athletes in South Asia and the Global Diaspora", Tyalor & Francis, 2026- NOWROUZI Mahjooba, Banned from football at home, Afghan women's team reunite 8,000 miles away, BBC News- POPAL Khalida, My Beautiful Sisters, John Murray Publishers, 2024- WRACK Suzanne, 'There was blood everywhere': the abuse case against the Afghan FA president, The GuardianLa musica è "Inspired" di Kevin MacLeod [incompetech.com] Licenza C.C. by 4.0Potete seguire Pallonate in Faccia ai seguenti link:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://pallonateinfaccia.com/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.facebook.com/pallonateinfacciablog⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://twitter.com/pallonatefaccia⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/pallonateinfaccia/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Per contattarmi: pallonateinfaccia@gmail.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Iscrivetevi alla newsletter THE BEAUTIFUL SHAME!⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠COME SOSTENERE PALLONATE IN FACCIA⁠⁠

Send us a voicemail to tell us what you think!What makes a man masculine—and when did looking masculine become evidence that a man is holy?After a one-star review accused us of promoting “feminized Christianity,” we decided to talk about it. We unpack the rise of “muscular Christianity,” the caricatures of Catholic masculinity online, and why strength, discipline, lifting weights, leadership, and doing hard things are good—but aren't the same thing as holiness.More importantly, we talk about what marriage and fatherhood eventually demand from a man: sacrifice, humility, emotional maturity, prayer, surrender to God, and the ability to carry burdens that can't be lifted in a weight room.In this episode: • “Feminized Christianity” vs. muscular Christianity • Why masculine appearance isn't the same as virtue • What marriage actually requires from men • Discipline, athletics, and self-mastery • Masculinity as integration rather than performance • Why fatherhood requires more than toughness

From the heinous crimes of the Epstein class to the Cornell 7, from the toxic cultures of the “manosphere” to the increase of antisocial relationships with online pornography and AI bots, we need to talk about what is going on with men in our society. We speak with renowned scholar, author, and commentator Dr. Mark Anthony Neal about his new book “Save a Seat for Me: Notes on American Fatherhood,” and about the ways capitalism damages everyone and trains boys to become monstrous men.Videography: Maximillian AlvarezPost-Production: Cameron GranadinoBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-real-news-podcast--2952221/support.Help us continue producing radically independent news and in-depth analysis by following us and becoming a monthly sustainer.Follow us on:Bluesky: @therealnews.comFacebook: The Real News NetworkTwitter: @TheRealNewsYouTube: @therealnewsInstagram: @therealnewsnetworkBecome a member and join the Supporters Club for The Real News Podcast today!

You're working on yourself. You're trying to become a better husband. But underneath it all, are you still waiting for your wife to notice—and finally change?In Episode 116, Matt Hallock answers a question from a Christian husband: how do you become the man God calls you to be without turning self-improvement into another strategy for getting your wife to respond?You don't have to stop wanting affection, respect, or a stronger marriage. The shift is in what drives your growth: becoming a man you can respect again, even before your wife responds.You'll learn:• How approval-seeking can follow you into your self-improvement• Why wanting your wife's affection is different from making it your main motivation• How to make the desire to respect yourself stronger than the need to be noticed• A simple decision and prayer to begin owning your growth• How to direct zeal toward changing the status quo without blaming yourself or your wifeFor help putting this work into practice, explore The Masculine Husband, or begin with DNA of a Man and its Tactical Guide. The links below are the same resources Matt mentions in the episode.

Building a plan B can feel like betting against plan A. But preparing for what's next pays off whether plan A lasts two years or twenty. Corey Parchman started his time in the NFL as an undrafted free agent, but quickly learned "NFL" can also mean "not for long." In this episode, he shares how he learned business without losing focus on football, how to reinvent yourself after a major career change, and why becoming a business owner is more reachable than you think. Topics discussed: (00:00) Introduction (01:22) From undrafted to five years in the NFL (03:25) Starting Plan B while doing Plan A (07:46) Identity after a career change (10:40) Skills that transfer into business (and one that doesn't) (14:22)

What if the problem isn't competition itself—but what happens when competition becomes disconnected from cooperation? In this episode of Inspire Change with Gunter, psychologist Gunter Swoboda examines our drive to compete and why constantly measuring ourselves against other people can undermine the very growth we're trying to achieve.Competition isn't inherently destructive.  But when it becomes untethered from collaboration, shared purpose and mutual respect, the goal can quietly shift.Instead of asking “How can I improve?”, we begin asking:“How do I rank?”And those are two very different psychological orientations.Gunter explores the distinction between ego involvement and task involvement within achievement psychology.With ego involvement, success depends heavily upon comparison. Did I win? Did I outperform someone else? Where do I stand in the hierarchy?Task involvement redirects that competitive energy toward mastery, learning and personal improvement.The competition hasn't necessarily disappeared.The opponent has changed.Instead of constantly trying to surpass someone else, we can begin competing with the person we were yesterday.As Gunter puts it:“Task involvement is about your own growth, not others' ranking.”The episode also explores why cooperation doesn't necessarily sit in opposition to competition. In Gunter's framing, cooperation can provide a broader ethical structure within which healthy competition operates.Because sustainable achievement doesn't require somebody else to lose.Whether we're talking about work, leadership, relationships or everyday interactions, many of us may be competing far more often than we realize.Who gets credit? Who gets the last word? Who appears more successful? Who was right? Who won?Recognizing those moments gives us an opportunity to redirect the instinct.The question becomes less: “Did I beat them?” And more:“Did I get better?”That shift—from winning to growing—can create a healthier relationship with achievement, other people and ultimately ourselves.And stay through the end of the episode, as Gunter shares what's coming next for Inspire Change while he's away—and hands the microphones over to Showrunner Miranda Spigener-Sapon and Co-Executive Producer DeVonna Prinzi for the October launch of our brand-new series: THE FILMS THAT MADE USChapter HighlightsIntroduction: Competition and CooperationWhen Competition Becomes ToxicHierarchy, Comparison and RankCooperation as the Foundation for Healthy CompetitionAchievement Goals: Ego vs. Task InvolvementWhy Task Involvement Is More SustainableShifting the Goal from Winning to GrowingApplying Higher Competition in Everyday LifeWhat's Next: Introducing The Films That Made UsGratitudeWe want to extend a huge thank you to our listeners in Fairborn, Grafton, Cleveland, and Cincinatti for holding Ohio's spot at #2 on the Top 10 USA listeners list. And to our Global Listeners, we extend our gratitude to our listeners in Seoul (sowl) for bringing South Korea (to changed from at) #4 and Marseilles (mahr-say) pushing (changed tense to match the sentence) France to #3! CONGRATULATIONS!! you made the Top Listeners List.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/inspire-change-with-gunter--3633478/support.PatreonIf this episode resonates with you and you'd like to go deeper into practical exercises and guided reflection, Gunter offers extended self-development resources and exercises through our Patreon community: www.patreon.com/inspirechangeSponsorDistil UnionThis episode of Inspire Change with Gunter is brought to you by Distil Union, creators of beautifully designed, functional everyday carry accessories that help bring organization, simplicity, and intention into your daily life.Distil Union blends craftsmanship with thoughtful design to help you carry what matters most — without the clutter.

===SNIPPETS FROM THE SUMMIT=== What does getting a haircut have to do with getting better with women? As it turns out, plenty...as long as you're up to the task. With due respect to barbershop culture if that's your time with your buds, this is all about choosing a female barber. Now, the obvious reason would be because a woman will know exactly how to cut your hair so you're attractive to women. But the best reason to get a female barber is under the radar. All is revealed and explained in this brief episode. Download the free report: Flip The Switch: 5 Ways To Get Better With Women Right Now when you visit the newly-updated https://mountaintoppodcast.com === HELP US SEND THE MESSAGE TO GREAT MEN EVERYWHERE === Snippets From The Summit are all about completely original ideas for success with women that also happen to be extremely effective...and actionable. It's all built on the "Big Four": Confidence, Masculinity, Liking Women, and Good Character. Better men get better women. If you love what you hear, please rate the show on the service you subscribed to it on (takes one second) and leave a review.

Hey, lovers! Welcome back to Sex, Love & Everything in Between with Jacob and Meg.In this episode, Jacob and Meg explore some of the real challenges that come with building a relationship, growing a business, and navigating life together. From success and money to masculinity, boundaries, and intimacy, they share honest reflections on what it takes to create a partnership where both people can thrive.They discuss how to navigate differences in success without letting comparison take over, why being a “nice guy” can sometimes mean avoiding vulnerability, and how to set boundaries without taking responsibility for everyone else's feelings.They also dive into one of the most common relationship tensions: wanting different levels of closeness and personal space. How do you honour your own needs while still showing up for your partner? And how can time apart actually strengthen your connection?This is a conversation about embracing individuality, communicating honestly, and learning how to love each other without expecting one person to meet every need.Tune in for a raw and thoughtful conversation about relationships, personal growth, and creating deeper intimacy.In this episode, Jacob and Meg explore:Navigating success in a relationship – How to handle differences in business growth, income, and visibility without falling into comparison.Redefining masculine and feminine roles – Letting go of expectations and discovering what genuinely works for your relationship.The nice guy versus the asshole – How avoiding vulnerability and trying to fit into a particular role can affect intimacy.Setting boundaries without guilt – Learning to honour your needs while allowing others to have their own feelings.Letting go of people-pleasing – Moving away from managing other people's perceptions and expressing yourself more authentically.Balancing closeness and personal space – Understanding why partners may have different needs for connection and alone time.Building intimacy beyond your relationship – Why friendships and community can help take pressure off your partnership.Making sacrifices in love – Choosing to show up for your partner, even when it means stepping outside your comfort zone.Connect With UsInstagram: @jacobandmegListen to the podcast: Sex, Love & Everything in Between

Everybody wants the outcome. Far fewer people are willing to pay the price required to get there. In this episode of The Impossible Life Podcast, Nick Surface and Garrett Unclebach examine the gap between wanting a better life and actually becoming the kind of man capable of carrying it. Purpose has a cost, growth has a cost, and following Jesus was never presented as a life built around comfort. The question is not simply what you want. It is what you are willing to give, endure, and surrender in order to become who God has called you to be.For Christian men, price paying goes far beyond grinding harder or proving how tough you are. Biblical masculinity requires discipline, endurance, faith, and the willingness to choose what matters most when comfort offers an easier alternative. Every meaningful pursuit demands something from you, and quitting often becomes tempting when the price turns out to be higher than expected. But the willingness to stay faithful when the cost becomes real is what separates desire from conviction.You are already paying a price with your life. The only question is what you are buying with it. Every hour, habit, sacrifice, decision, and act of obedience is moving you toward something. This episode challenges men to stop expecting purpose without sacrifice, stop measuring decisions only by comfort, and develop the faith to pay the right price for the right things. If God has called you to something worth doing, becoming the man capable of carrying it will cost you, but the alternative may cost far more.Check out VITL Peptides by clicking hereJoin a group of likeminded Impossible Life listeners in our FREE Skool community by clicking here.Get the Purpose Playbook by clicking hereGet the FREE Basic Discipline Training 30 Day Program by clicking hereJoin us in Mindset Mastery by clicking hereLevel up your nutrition with IDLife by clicking hereGET IN TOUCHSocial Media - @theimpossiblelifeEmail - info@theimpossible.life

There are eight books in the Dungeon Crawler Carl series, and people have bought fourteen million of them. First published online, then self-published on Amazon, with an audiobook version that people won't shut up about, Dungeon Crawler Carl has become the fantasy phenomenon of the year — and earned the moniker of "the book that all your [dude] friends who don't read are actually reading."I went in skeptical: video game fiction is decidedly not my genre. But there were enough people in the Culture Study universe reading and loving them that I knew there was something going on — with the style, the worldview, the genre play — that would be the makings of a good podcast episode. (I just didn't expect to like it quite as much as I did — as you'll hear in the ep, I'm on now on Book Four!)If you're deep in DCC and want to talk about what works (and doesn't), we go there. If you're mystified by the popularity, we go there too. And we try really, really hard to make this an episode that'll still be interesting to people who haven't read the books, but want to think more about why these books are so popular.Also discussed: Princess Donut as child sidekick, editing (or lack thereof), Katia's surprising arc, whether this book is for teens, Foot Buffs, D&D, a particular stylistic tick, Wenatchee in-jokes, and truly so much more.(And if you'd like access to this paid podcast-subscriber-only episode, you can upgrade your Culture Study subscription SO EASILY here. If you have any issues, just email me at annehelenpetersen @ gmail dot com)Quick Show Notes:As always, follow Margaret on Instagram and subscribe to Two Bossy DamesThe piece I repeatedly reference: "You deserve better literature than Dungeon Crawler Carl"The best thing I've read on Dungeon Crawler Carl, no question: "Left in the Dungeon" Join the ranks of paid subscribers and get bonus content, access to the discussion threads, ad-free episodes, and the knowledge that you're supporting an indie pod trying to make its way in the world.Got a question to submit, a prompt for Ask Anne Anything, or an idea for a future episode? Tell us here.Catch up on everything else happening in the Culture Study universe here.Transcripts will be available here within 24 hours of publishing. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

What makes authoritarianism attractive? It may have less to do with politics than we think—and more to do with fear, humiliation, belonging, certainty, emotional regulation, and our ideas about strength. In this episode of The Evolved Caveman, Dr. John Schinnerer steps away from partisan shouting matches and looks at authoritarianism through the lens of psychology. Fascism doesn't usually begin with jackboots and military parades. It begins much earlier—with fear, distrust, rigid us-versus-them thinking, and the seductive promise that one strong person can make all the uncomfortable complexity disappear. And human beings freaking love certainty. Especially when they're scared. Dr. John explores why stressed, disconnected people become more vulnerable to authoritarian appeals and why shaming, mocking, or bombarding them with facts does little to address the emotions underneath. He also tackles a subject too often ignored in conversations about democracy: What happens when men feel powerless, humiliated, economically threatened, culturally irrelevant, or offered only two versions of masculinity—dominant or disposable? Dominance can begin to look a lot like strength. Healthy masculinity offers another model: strength with restraint, accountability without humiliation, leadership without cruelty, dignity, connection, and tolerating discomfort without dominating someone else. In this episode, you'll hear about: Why fear and uncertainty fuel the appeal of strongman leadership Why authoritarian thinking starts with emotional shortcuts, not political theory Why humiliation and contempt rarely change deeply held beliefs How stress, isolation, resentment, and disconnection shape political behavior Why democracy depends on more than voting—including institutions, norms, and limits on power How traditional masculinity makes dominance look like strength—and the difference between the two Why absolute certainty should make us suspicious—including about our own side How curiosity, humility, and saying “I was wrong” support democratic culture Why saving a democracy looks a lot like saving a long-term relationship One central idea is simple: We have to be able to disagree without turning one another into enemies. That doesn't mean pretending every idea is equally sound, tolerating harm, or abandoning boundaries. It means holding boundaries without contempt, disagreement without dehumanization, and conviction without surrendering curiosity. Because democracy asks something psychologically difficult of us: Live alongside people who believe things you cannot freaking comprehend…and resist the temptation to either control them or write them off as irredeemable. That takes emotional strength. And perhaps that's part of becoming an Evolved Caveman. Work on the man behind the reaction If stress, anger, defensiveness, or shutdown keep hijacking the man you want to be, check out Proxi He, Dr. John's confidence coach for men—24/7 practical coaching on anger, emotional regulation, relationships, communication, and the patterns underneath your reactions. Try Proxi He free for 7 days: https://proximitycoaching.com/he Want to get a handle on your anger? Anger isn't the enemy. The problem is when anger gets the steering wheel. Dr. John's online training gives you science-backed tools to understand triggers, regulate your physiology, and respond deliberately when life pushes your buttons. Online Anger Management / Anger Leadership Training: https://guide-to-self.mykajabi.com/store/kJuuTesD Connect Like An Evolved Caveman Explore more of Dr. John's work on emotional mastery, relationships, healthy masculinity, and becoming the man you actually want to be: https://theevolvedcaveman.com https://guidetoself.com https://proximitycoaching.com Dig the episode? Subscribe to The Evolved Caveman, leave a review, and send this episode to someone you disagree with—but still respect. That last part might be the most important exercise in the whole damn episode.

From the manosphere, to mental health, to sexual assault and family violence - it is more apparent than ever that we must reckon with how boys are being raised, and the damaging behaviours that are normalised. But how do we raise boys into emotionally healthy men? Abbie sits down with developmental paediatrician Dr Billy Garvey to discuss his new book Ten Things I Wish You Knew About Raising Boys. They talk about why rigid masculinity is so dangerous, how parents can create safe spaces for their boys, why aggression in boys is a signal not a problem, and so much more. This is an essential conversation for parents, caregivers, and anyone with young boys in their life.LINKSBuy Billy's book Ten Things I Wish You Knew About Raising Boys: https://www.penguin.com.au/books/ten-things-i-wish-you-knew-about-raising-boys-9781761620850Follow Billy on IG @drbillygarveyListen to Billy's podcast Pop Culture Parenting: https://linktr.ee/popcultureparentingLearn more about Billy's work at Guiding Growing Minds https://linktr.ee/guidinggrowingminds Send us your thoughts, topic suggestions, NMFs and more: https://forms.gle/S5Pf327SmVnnC8CE9Check out @itsalotpod on IG at https://bit.ly/itsalot-instagram.Review the podcast on Apple Podcasts https://bit.ly/ial-reviewCREDITSHost: Abbie Chatfield @abbiechatfieldGuests: Dr Billy Garvey @drbillygarveyExecutive Producer and Editor: Amy Kimball @amy.kimballIt's A Lot Social Media Manager: Julia ToomeySocial Media and Marketing Strategist: Elizabeth Baxter Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Episode 187 The Missing Initiation: Why Men Struggle to Step Into Their Full Masculinity with Oak MountainWATCH THIS EPISODE ON YOUTUBE HERE- https://youtu.be/6XC5BRAddLA?si=p9Q2MkHomWioeGXYWhy do so many men feel like they are meant for something more, yet have no idea how to cross the threshold into it?What happens when a culture loses the rites of passage that once helped boys become men?In Episode 187 of the Power & Purpose Podcast, we explore masculine maturation with Oak Mountain, author, philosopher, mentor, and founder of Beyond the Hero. We dive into the missing initiation, the psychology of the “forever boy,” masculine rites of passage, dependency, accountability, purpose, and what it actually means for a man to participate in his own becoming.Oak shares why men can spend years doing inner work, therapy, plant medicine, spiritual work, and personal development while still sensing that something has not fully shifted. We explore the role of initiation, mentorship, community, personal responsibility, and the willingness to move from waiting for life to happen into actively creating it.We also explore practical ways men can reconnect with themselves through journaling, self inquiry, meaningful questions, accountability, and deeper relationships with other men.00:00 Episode Preview 00:55 Who Is Oak Mountain? 04:42 Authenticity, Conformity and the Mystical Experience That Changed Everything 11:30 Masculinity vs. Masculine Maturation 12:32 Why Modern Men Are Missing Rites of Passage 15:29 Dependency, Responsibility and Becoming Dependable 16:34 The Forever Boy and Peter Pan Syndrome 21:43 How Masculine Initiation Work Actually Works 24:16 Why Men Need Community and Accountability 27:03 The Subtle Signs a Man Is Still Waiting for Life to Happen 28:43 Journaling, Purpose and Powerful Self Inquiry 33:17 Blame, Victimhood and Personal Accountability CONNECT WITH OAK MOUNTAINWebsite: http://beyondthehero.caInstagram: @mythicmystic_Free Three Headed Dragon Lecture: https://beyondthehero.ca/dragon CONNECT WITH VANESSA SOULWebsite: https://vanessasoul.com/theempireBufo and Kambo in Tulum, Mexico with Vanessa https://vanessasoul.com/bufokamboInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/vanessaasoulFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/vanessa.spiva.9Podcast: https://podcast.ausha.co/power-and-purpose-podcastHosted on Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.

Co-Host Jonathan Van Viegen (https://mountaintoppodcast.com/choosingus) My first time guest Jonathan Van Viegen is a couples therapist and coach, and author of The Chosen And Cherished Method along with his new book Choosing Us. The topic he suggested is one that doesn't get talked about nearly enough in the world of dating and relationship advice, especially amongst us men. That's being likeable. Now, it seems simple and obvious how important this is to attracting women and building relationships with them, so why is it so often overlooked? What's the best path to becoming a better man that's actually going to lead to women liking you more? (Hint: it's not always so obvious.) Jonathan admits he didn't used to be very likable to his wife. How exactly did he turn that ship around? What's the difference between a woman being attracted to you and actually liking you? Is the mental image many men have of "masculinity" actually likable? Here's how and why those two traits don't have to be mutually exclusive. What's one simple habit that makes you more likable immediately, especially to women? Is there a likable way to earn respect? What is the skill many people have lost since COVID that makes them far harder to like? It has been said that attraction isn't a choice. Is liking someone a choice? What's the hard truth about likability that everyone should learn...especially if they want to stand out in a crowd? On the other hand, why are needy people pleasers so unlikable? And finally, what's the one question men should write down and ask themselves over and over? The website has just been updated with new, cool stuff: https://mountaintoppodcast.com === HELP US SEND THE MESSAGE TO GREAT MEN EVERYWHERE === This show is built on the "Big Four": Confidence, Masculinity, Liking Women, and Good Character. Better men get better women. If you love what you hear, please rate the show on the service you subscribed to it on (takes one second) and leave a review.

Men's mental health, vulnerability, masculinity and connection take center stage as Jason Lange explores accountability, trust, brotherhood and why men need other men.

Death has a way of snapping everything back into focus. In this episode of The Impossible Life Podcast, Nick Surface and former Navy SEAL Garrett Unclebach confront a subject most people spend their lives avoiding: mortality. Whether it comes through losing someone you love, witnessing tragedy, facing danger, or simply realizing that your time is limited, these “mortality moments” reveal what you actually believe. For Christian men, faith in Jesus should create a radically different relationship with death not because we believe we are invincible, but because we know we are eternal.The resurrection of Jesus changes the entire equation. If Christ defeated death, then death is no longer the ultimate threat, and fear no longer gets to dictate how a man lives. Biblical masculinity means structuring your life around truth before pressure forces you to react to circumstances. It means having the courage and endurance to obey God when doing the right thing is costly, refusing to quit because life becomes uncomfortable, and understanding that this earthly life is only one part of a much larger eternal story. Death may end your time here, but for the believer, it does not end your life.That perspective should create urgency, not passivity. You have one earthly life, and every day you are running out of it. So what will you do with what God has put in your hands? Build the strongest marriage you can. Love your children deeply. Pursue your purpose. Know God. Serve others. Live with faith and courage instead of allowing the fear of death to make your decisions for you. When eternity becomes real, suffering looks different, priorities become clearer, and the goal becomes simple: live a life that honors God so completely that when death comes, you have nothing left that you wish you had given.Check out VITL Peptides by clicking hereJoin a group of likeminded Impossible Life listeners in our FREE Skool community by clicking here.Get the Purpose Playbook by clicking hereGet the FREE Basic Discipline Training 30 Day Program by clicking hereJoin us in Mindset Mastery by clicking hereLevel up your nutrition with IDLife by clicking hereGET IN TOUCHSocial Media - @theimpossiblelifeEmail - info@theimpossible.life

What do the case and our reactions to it reveal about parenting, marriage, mental health, and the modern family? In this episode, we go beyond the usual guilt-vs-innocence argument because, you know— c'mon bro.We get into parental responsibility, postpartum mental health, marriage, fatherhood, motherhood, healthcare failure, gender war, and what happens when families lose trust in each other and the systems around them.The bigger question: Hey ladies, you good?#Parenting #ModernParenting #Family #Motherhood #Fatherhood #MentalHealth #Marriage #TrueCrime #RespectTheConnect_______________Check it out real quick, support the people…*CashApp | https://cash.app/$iamjohnnyjames*Paypal | mercilessmusic_______________Website | https://www.goodtripnm.comInstagram | https://www.instagram.com/iamjohnnyjamesFacebook | https://www.facebook.com/iamjohnnyjamesTikTok | https://www.tiktok.com/iamjohnnyjames_______________For business inquiries only:iamjohnnyjames@gmail.com_______________0:00 RTC Goes Biweekly, New Mexico Rain, Drought & Water Rights9:58 New Mexico Water, Classism, Congress & Political Accountability19:57 Red vs Blue, Mayor Accountability & Lindsay Clancy Trial Setup28:00 True Crime Internet, Men vs Women & Lindsay Clancy Evidence36:48 Postpartum Psychosis, Medication, Marriage & Mental Health System45:30 Family Unit, State Control, Masculinity & Relationship Responsibility54:16 1984, Dating Skills, Casey Anthony & Personal Accountability1:03:06 Mental Health Crisis, Fatherhood, Healthcare Failure & Accountability1:12:00 OJ Juiced, Reality TV, Voyeurism, Bread & Circuses1:20:28 Discipline, Disconnecting from Screens, Gambling & Question Everything

We have talked about masculinity and manhood on this show before. Today is the mature version of that conversation, going back to the oldest teachings we have. In this episode, attachment specialist Adam Lane Smith sits down with His Eminence Metropolitan Jonah, retired primate of the Orthodox Church in America, rector of St. Herman's Church and Abbot of St. Demetrios Monastery, for a conversation about what forms a man. 

Movie of the Year: 2006The Departed (feat Adam Kempenaar!)Inside The Departed Podcast EpisodeWelcome to The Departed podcast episode of Movie of the Year: 2006, where the Taste Buds take on Martin Scorsese's Boston crime epic. Ryan, Mike, and Greg welcome Filmspotting co-host Adam Kempenaar to the panel. Together, they dig into a film about cops, crooks, and the men who raise them. Moreover, the conversation covers fatherhood, gender, and the rough racial politics of Scorsese's South Boston. Additionally, the crew delivers a Career Retrospective on Leonardo DiCaprio, the jittery star at the film's center. Ultimately, the episode asks whether this Best Picture winner still earns its reputation twenty years later.New to the season? Start with our Movie of the Year 2006 intro episode, then catch up on the full 2006 bracket reveal.About the Film: The Departed (2006)The Departed opened in theaters on October 6, 2006. Martin Scorsese directed, and William Monahan wrote the screenplay. Specifically, Monahan adapted the 2002 Hong Kong thriller Infernal Affairs. The story follows two moles working on opposite sides of the law. Leonardo DiCaprio plays Billy Costigan, an undercover cop inside the Irish mob. Meanwhile, Matt Damon plays Colin Sullivan, a mob plant rising through the Massachusetts State Police. Jack Nicholson rules over both men as crime boss Frank Costello. Notably, the supporting cast includes Mark Wahlberg, Martin Sheen, Vera Farmiga, Alec Baldwin, and Ray Winstone.The film became a major critical and commercial hit, earning more than $290 million worldwide. In addition, it won four Academy Awards, including Best Picture and Best Adapted Screenplay. Scorsese finally won Best Director after five earlier nominations. Thelma Schoonmaker also took home Best Film Editing. Roger Ebert gave the film four stars in his original RogerEbert.com review. For full cast and crew credits, visit The Departed on IMDb.Guest Panelist: Adam KempenaarAdam Kempenaar co-founded Filmspotting, one of the longest-running film podcasts in the medium. He launched the show in March 2005 with Sam Van Hallgren. Since 2012, he has co-hosted alongside Josh Larsen. Filmspotting has now passed 1,000 episodes and has also aired on WBEZ in Chicago. Furthermore, Kempenaar teaches at the University of Iowa, where his courses cover film criticism, sports and cinema, and podcasting. He is also a longtime member of the Chicago Film Critics Association. Additionally, he consults on marketing and content for the Chicago International Film Festival. For twenty years, he also led marketing and content for the Chicago Blackhawks. In 2025, he and Larsen celebrated two decades of the show with the first Filmspotting Fest in Chicago. Notably, Filmspotting was barely a year old when The Departed opened. That timing gives Adam a rare firsthand view of the 2006 film conversation. Find his reviews, Top 5 lists, and Sacred Cow episodes at filmspotting.net.Father Figures on The Departed PodcastFathers haunt every corner of The Departed. Costello grooms young Colin Sullivan from childhood, handing him groceries and shaping his loyalty. By contrast, Billy Costigan grows up with a dead father and a family split between Southie and the North Shore. Captain Queenan, played by Martin Sheen, becomes the steady parent Billy never had. Consequently, Queenan's death lands as the emotional turning point of the film. Meanwhile, Sullivan chases approval from every authority figure around him, from Costello to Ellerby. The film even closes on an open paternity question surrounding Madolyn's pregnancy.The panel digs into how Monahan's script treats the police and the mob as rival families. In practice, both institutions recruit sons, reward obedience, and punish betrayal. Above all, the Taste Buds and Adam ask which surrogate father does the most damage.Gender and Masculinity in The DepartedThe Departed is a crowded film about men performing toughness. Cops trade insults about each other's mothers, sexuality, and manhood. Costello, meanwhile, treats women as property and punchlines. Against that backdrop, Vera Farmiga's Madolyn stands nearly alone as a major female character. Interestingly, Monahan built her from two separate women in Infernal Affairs, one for each mole. As a result, she becomes the hinge between Billy and Colin.That choice raises real questions for the panel. Is Madolyn a fully realized character, or a device that links the two leads? Additionally, the crew considers how Sullivan's private failures mirror his fractured identity. The conversation also weighs whether Scorsese critiques this macho culture or simply enjoys it.Boston, Race, and Tribalism: The Departed 2006 Podcast DebateScorsese sets his story in South Boston, a neighborhood with a fraught racial history. Costello opens the film with a monologue about the Irish, the Italians, and Black Bostonians. Throughout the film, characters toss slurs as casually as they throw punches. Nevertheless, the panel debates what the film actually says about that bigotry.On one hand, the dialogue captures the tribal loyalties behind decades of city tension, including the 1970s busing crisis. On the other hand, some viewers argue the film treats ethnic insults as local color rather than subject. Furthermore, Costello's crew and the state police both run on in-group loyalty and suspicion of outsiders. Therefore, that tribalism powers the entire mole plot. The Taste Buds and Adam ask whether the film interrogates Boston's prejudices or leans on them for authenticity.Career Retrospective: Leonardo DiCaprioThis episode also features a Career Retrospective on Leonardo DiCaprio. The Departed marked his third collaboration with Scorsese, following Gangs of New York and The Aviator. Notably, 2006 was a banner year for him, and Blood Diamond earned him a Best Actor nomination that season. His early work stretches from This Boy's Life and What's Eating Gilbert Grape to Titanic. Later highlights include Catch Me If You Can, Inception, Django Unchained, and The Wolf of Wall Street.DiCaprio finally won the Best Actor Oscar for The Revenant. Since then, he has worked again with Quentin Tarantino, Scorsese, and Paul Thomas Anderson. In total, he has made six feature films with Scorsese. The panel walks through the full filmography, from child actor to elder statesman. However, you will have to listen to hear how the Taste Buds and Adam rank his work.Why The Departed Still MattersThe Departed endures as the film that finally won Scorsese his Oscar. Moreover, it proved a Hollywood remake of a Hong Kong crime film could stand on its own. Its double-agent structure still echoes through crime thrillers and prestige television. Additionally, its performances remain endlessly quotable, especially Wahlberg's profane Sergeant Dignam. Alongside Mystic River and Gone Baby Gone, it helped define the Boston crime cycle of the 2000s. Ultimately, the film still sparks arguments about Scorsese's best work. Those arguments make it perfect bracket material for Movie of the Year: 2006.Related Episodes from Movie of the Year: 2006Movie of the Year 2006: Intro Part 1The Movies of 2006 Bracket Reveal2006 Mixtape Part IBrowse every Movie of the Year episodeFAQ: The Departed Podcast and FilmWhat is The Departed podcast episode about?This Movie of the Year: 2006 episode features the Taste Buds and guest Adam Kempenaar discussing Martin Scorsese's The Departed. Topics include father figures, gender, and the film's portrait of race in Boston. The episode also includes a Leonardo DiCaprio Career Retrospective.What is The Departed about?The Departed follows two moles in Boston. Billy Costigan goes undercover inside Frank Costello's Irish mob. Meanwhile, Colin Sullivan secretly works for Costello inside the Massachusetts State Police. Each man races to expose the other first.Who directed The Departed?Martin Scorsese directed The Departed. William Monahan wrote the screenplay, and the film won Scorsese his first Academy Award for Best Director.Is The Departed based on a true story?No, the plot comes from the 2002 Hong Kong film Infernal Affairs. However, Jack Nicholson's Frank Costello draws loose inspiration from real Boston gangster Whitey Bulger.Did The Departed win Best Picture?Yes. The Departed won Best Picture at the 79th Academy Awards. It also

You know that feeling when you pour all your love and energy into someone… only to find yourself depleted, second-guessing, and begging for scraps? Homie, this is your episode. If you're tired of being told you're “too much,” exhausted by toxic loyalty, or want to become impossible to manipulate…hit play.In this conversation, I sit down with Margarita Nazarenko, author of “Unbothered,” advocate for radical self-worth, and the internet's toughest love coach, for the raw, sometimes uncomfortable truth about why women outsource their value, fall for emotional breadcrumbers, and confuse drama with connection.Not only does Margarita break down the cycle of anxious and avoidant attachment (yes, she'll tell you exactly which one you are), but she gives you real scripts, tactical moves, and mindset shifts to finally put your power back in your own hands. No empty affirmations, just the blueprint for creating unbreakable confidence and peaceful, drama-free relationships.Here's exactly what we dive into:The “unbothered” mindset: How to validate yourself without toxic independenceScripts and pause tactics for breaking codependent patterns (text and real life!)How to trust “boring” love after chaos addiction (and why calm is actually chemistry)Negotiating power dynamics, resentment, and real partnership, without losing yourselfChaptersAnxious vs. Avoidant Attachment: Jessica and Amanda Explained“Urgency Is Not Truth”: The Power of Pausing Before ReactingWhy Anxious Attachment Attracts Manipulators (and Repels Healthy Men)The Three Ms: Mothering, Martyring & Managing in RelationshipsThe Mental Load Dilemma: Partnership, Resentment, and Fair Trade-OffsDopamine, Breadcrumbs & Phone Addiction: Why You Crave Their Attention“Look for Boring”: Detoxing from Adrenaline AddictionCare, Castration, and Masculinity: The Cost of Over-FunctioningGuilt, Negative Voices, and the Art of Using Discomfort for GrowthReality Check: Handling Triggers, Rumination, and the Illusion of ClosureFrom Anxious Chasing to Self-Respect: Stories That Change EverythingMen, Masculinity, and the “Red Pill” QuestionThank you to today's sponsors:Shopify: Sign up for a free trial at https://shopify.com/lisa Follow Margarita Nazarenko:Website: https://www.margaritanazarenko.com/theunbotheredwoman Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/margarita.nazarenko/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@Margarita.Nazarenko Follow Me, Lisa Bilyeu:Website: https://www.lisabilyeu.comInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/lisabilyeu/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/lisabilyeuSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

There's plenty of conversation these days about what men and boys shouldn't do. But what about the awesome, intentional, powerful things that God intended for them?Biblical masculinity coach Jennifer Jehl joins Julie Lyles Carr on the AllMomDoes podcast to share her perspective on where we are in our cultural messaging to men, where it falls far short of what family and marriage can look like, and how men and women can work together with greater understanding and support.Show Notes: https://bit.ly/4yQeypUKey Topics:Biblical masculinity and femininityLeadership and meekness in menCultural shifts in gender rolesPractical steps for women and men in relationshipsThe importance of faith and surrender in marriageSound Bites:"Meekness is strength under control.""True leadership is rooted in Christ and humility.""God's design for men and women benefits everyone."Chapters:00:00 Introduction to Jennifer Jehl and her mission02:09 Jennifer's background and calling to biblical masculinity04:55 The cultural shift: emasculation and passive men09:07 The biblical view of meekness and strength in men13:03 How young men are handling relationships today17:01 The passive husband and women as spiritual leaders21:05 Practical steps for women to encourage male leadership25:13 The importance of respectful, honest communication28:52 Jennifer's journey on LinkedIn and building community33:01 Defining healthy, vibrant masculinity according to faith34:00 Where to find Jennifer and connect onlineKeywords: masculinity, femininity, biblical leadership, relationships, faith, culture, men, women, marriage, Christian living

Ask Rachel anythingIf your son seems apathetic, glued to gaming, or strangely unbothered by school, you are not alone, and you are not imagining it. I decided to create this discussion because I have been contacted by so many parents about the lacklustre attitudes they are seeing in their sons, looking for advice on what to do.Around the world, boys are falling behind academically, drifting socially, and retreating into screens. Meanwhile, girls are outstripping boys at school and university, and often hiding their own struggles under high achievement (a topic I recently covered both here with Dr Tara Porter and here with Dr Suzanne Garfinkle-Crowell.)In this episode, I talk to Dr Leonard Sax—family physician, psychologist, and author of Boys Adrift and Why Gender Matters—about why so many boys are losing motivation and the practical things parents can do about it, starting now.You'll learn:What's really going on with boys today and why we should all care, because this isn't just a schooling issue; it's a future-partner, future-father, future-society issue.How modern schooling can switch boys off.Gaming: when it's harmless and when it's stealing your son's life, including clear, research-backed limits and rules you can put in place at home.ADHD or something else? The hidden role of sleep and screens.Masculinity, role models, and “good men” in a disrespectful culture.Porn, AI “girlfriends”, and the pull away from real relationships.Most importantly: how to pull your son back into real life.Dr Sax published his first version of this book twenty years ago and the issues it described; falling male achievement, rising screen immersion, AI companions, and collapsing couple relationships, are accelerating rather than levelling off.The habits and boundaries we choose while our sons are still at home may shape not just his grades, but his ability to form healthy relationships, be a good partner and father, and build a life he cares about in the real world.If you're worried about an unmotivated, gaming-obsessed, or emotionally flat son, this conversation will give you clarity, language, and concrete steps you can start using today.Don't forget to share this with anyone who is struggling with the issues or who might find it helpful.Link to my Substack where you can find all of the notes and a handy PDF cheat sheet for parentingSupport the showPlease hit the follow button if you like the podcast, and share it with anyone who might benefit. You can review us on Apple podcasts by going to the show page, scrolling down to the bottom where you can click on a star then you can leave your message. Please don't hesitate to seek the advice of a specialist if you're not coping. There's no shame in reaching out for support. When you look after yourself your entire family benefits.Find all the tips from the episode on Substack: My email teenagersuntangled@gmail.comMy website has a blog, searchable episodes, and ways to contact meInstagramFacebook

Otis Fowler IV joins Straight Bible for one of the most raw and powerful testimonies we've ever recorded. Raised in church but crushed by shame and religion, Otis eventually spiraled into partying, steroids, drugs, alcohol, depression, and complete hopelessness while chasing money, status, women, and worldly success in Florida's party culture. But after losing nearly everything — including friends, relationships, his business, and eventually his sister to overdose — he encountered Jesus Christ in a life-altering way that completely transformed him. In this episode, we discuss:- Addiction and radical repentance- Spiritual warfare and surrender- The difference between religion and relationship- Why modern churches are failing men- Home churches and discipleship- Beach evangelism and baptisms- The Holy Spirit and true transformation- Masculinity, leadership, and biblical manhood- Church culture vs. New Testament Christianity- Building Bible studies in everyday lifeOtis also reveals details about his upcoming discipleship curriculum designed to help ordinary believers confidently lead Bible studies and disciple others in their homes, coffee shops, and communities. If you've ever struggled with addiction, depression, purposelessness, or feeling disconnected from God, this conversation is for you.BUY THE BOOK!BUY HERE  Matt Hepner – The Standard Coffee:Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/1rAgp1gB32gBCjFKkJSh7Y YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@StraightBibleFL Instagram: @thestandardclclWebsite: https://www.thestandardclcl.com/   Email: straightbiblefl@gmail.com TopLobsta:X: https://twitter.com/TopLobsta Instagram: https://instagram.com/TopLobsta Merch: https://toplobsta.comYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@NephilimDeathSquad X: https://twitter.com/NephilimDSquad Instagram: https://instagram.com/nephilimdeathsquad Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/share/1AscxBNoH4/   Sponsors/Affiliates:Weld Protein Energy Drink: ​​Drink WeldLittle Palm Coconut Water: Little PalmMilk & Honey Coffee co: Milk & HoneyEllas Popcorn: ellaspopcorn.com---Straight Bible Showcase on Nephilim Death SquadFollow Straight Bible on every platform:• Spreaker: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/straight-bible--6948781• Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/straight-bible/id1896795461• Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/1rAgp1gB32gBCjFKkJSh7Y• Deezer: https://www.deezer.com/show/1002876631---Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/nephilim-death-squad--6389018/support.Hear it first, hear it ad-free, and watch us live: join the Death Squad on Patreon → https://www.patreon.com/NephilimDeathSquadMembers also get 10–30% off merch.If this episode made you laugh, think, or pray for us, leave a 5-star rating and a review. It's the #1 way new listeners find the show.Seen something you can't explain? Shadow people, Dogman, demons in cans… send your story to NDS Chronicles and we might read it on air: chroniclesnds@gmail.comWear the uniform: https://www.toplobsta.comWatch every episode: https://www.youtube.com/@NephilimDeathSquadX: @NephilimDSquad · @TopLobsta · @DavidLCorboChrist first. Crude humor. No apologies.Nephilimdeathsquad.com 

What does it actually mean to be strong?In this episode of Inspire Change with Gunter, Gunter Swoboda explores the difference between combativeness and genuine strength, examining how men can learn to equate winning, dominance and confrontation with being strong.  The episode looks at five values that patriarchal systems can hand men: territory, hierarchy, acquisition, competition and combativeness. While competition and assertiveness can have constructive roles, they can become damaging when they are disconnected from cooperation, respect and emotional awareness.Gunter examines what happens when the drive to compete becomes a drive to win at all costs—and how that mindset can show up not only in obvious conflict, but in everyday conversations, relationships and disagreements.At the center of the discussion is an important distinction:Being assertive is not the same as being aggressive.Assertiveness allows a person to communicate their needs, boundaries and perspective while still respecting the other person.Aggression, by contrast, can turn communication into a contest in which the objective becomes defeating or overpowering someone else.The episode also explores reactive versus responsive communication.When we react, we often allow emotion, ego or the desire to win to determine what happens next. Responsive communication creates something different: space and choice. That brief pause can allow us to decide how we actually want to communicate rather than simply responding to the emotional intensity of the moment.Gunter also discusses the damaging role of contempt in relationships. When disagreement becomes personal, dismissive or degrading, the conflict is no longer simply about the issue being discussed. The relationship itself begins to suffer.The alternative isn't weakness.It is a different understanding of strength.True strength doesn't require winning every argument.It can mean being able to hold your position while remaining open to another person's perspective. It can mean setting a boundary without attacking someone. It can mean disagreeing without turning the other person into an enemy.Gunter offers practical ways to begin developing this kind of assertiveness and emotional intelligence, including learning to recognize reactive patterns and deliberately creating space before responding.The goal isn't to eliminate competition or disagreement.It's to develop a healthier relationship with them.Because when combativeness becomes disconnected from cooperation, competition can become toxic. But when competition is paired with respect, collaboration and self-awareness, it can become a vehicle for growth rather than domination.And ultimately, practicing assertiveness is not something we master overnight.As Gunter puts it: “Practicing assertiveness is like building a muscle.”The more intentionally we practice it, the more natural it becomes.Key TopicsThe five values patriarchy hands men: territory, hierarchy, acquisition, competition and combativenessThe difference between being combative and being strongHow combativeness manifests in everyday life and relationshipsThe relationship between combativeness, insecurity and ego needsThe impact of contempt on relationshipsReactive versus responsive communicationThe difference between assertiveness and aggressionCreating space and choice before respondingRespectful communication during disagreementPractical approaches to developing assertivenessBuilding emotional intelligence through practiceUsing communication to strengthen relationships and personal growthTakeawaysCombativeness can mask insecurity and ego needs.True strength is assertiveness, not aggression or winning.Contempt can be deeply damaging to relationships.Responsive communication creates space and choice rather than immediate reaction.Disagreement does not have to become combat.Assertiveness allows people to communicate clearly while maintaining respect.Practicing new communication patterns can strengthen emotional intelligence and relationships.Competition can be healthier when it remains connected to cooperation.Chapter HighlightsIntroduction: Combativeness vs. StrengthHow Combativeness Damages RelationshipsThe Distinction Between Assertiveness and AggressionReactive vs. Responsive CommunicationHandling Disagreements with Respect and UnderstandingConclusion: Redefining Strength Through RespectGratitudeWe want to extend a huge thank you to our listeners in Denver and Boulder who brought Colorado to #6 on the Top 10 USA listeners list. And to our Global Listeners, we extend our gratitude to our listeners in Mumbai for bringing India back up to #10! CONGRATULATIONS!! you made the Top Listeners List.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/inspire-change-with-gunter--3633478/support.PatreonIf this episode resonates with you and you'd like to go deeper into practical exercises and guided reflection, Gunter offers extended self-development resources and exercises through our Patreon community: www.patreon.com/inspirechangeSponsorDistil UnionThis episode of Inspire Change with Gunter is brought to you by Distil Union, creators of beautifully designed, functional everyday carry accessories that help bring organization, simplicity, and intention into your daily life.Distil Union blends craftsmanship with thoughtful design to help you carry what matters most — without the clutter.

Philosopher Stefan Molyneux talks with a caller about why we self-attack after childhood sexual experiences that left him feeling damaged and unsure of his masculinity. He shows how attacking ourselves can keep other people from turning on us and how curiosity about our own motives can replace harsh self-judgment.Support philosophy! https://freedomain.com/donate/GET FREEDOMAIN MERCH! https://shop.freedomain.com/SUBSCRIBE TO ME ON X! https://x.com/StefanMolyneuxFollow me on Youtube! https://www.youtube.com/@freedomain1GET MY NEW BOOK 'PEACEFUL PARENTING', THE INTERACTIVE PEACEFUL PARENTING AI, AND THE FULL AUDIOBOOK!https://peacefulparenting.com/Join the PREMIUM philosophy community on the web for free!Subscribers get 12 HOURS on the "Truth About the French Revolution," multiple interactive multi-lingual philosophy AIs trained on thousands of hours of my material - as well as AIs for Real-Time Relationships, Bitcoin, Peaceful Parenting, and Call-In Shows!You also receive private livestreams, HUNDREDS of exclusive premium shows, early release podcasts, the 22 Part History of Philosophers series and much more!See you soon!https://freedomain.locals.com/support/promo/FREEDOMAIN2026

I chat with Jon Ronson, who is a bestselling author, journalist, documentary maker and podcaster. A master of immersive nonfiction. His work has consistently been ahead of the curve, exploring extremism, conspiracy, public shaming and the culture wars long before they became mainstream concerns. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

===SNIPPETS FROM THE SUMMIT===We've all heard the alleged statistics about how 2nd marriages fail at a higher rate than first marriages. But did you know there's no actual study to back that up? The truth is very different. Nevertheless, I've got a significant plot twist for you when it comes to any and all studies that talk about dating, relationships and attraction. Sometimes the alleged "red pill" is still just the "blue pill". In this brief episode I reveal the best mindset you can have in the face of these studies. More importantly, we get down to the bottom of what really matters when it comes to successful second marriages. What are the "make or break" factors there that go outside the numbers? Visit the newly refreshed site and take the quick Reality Check Survey to get clear on where you really are and what to do about it next:  https://mountaintoppodcast.com/ === HELP US SEND THE MESSAGE TO GREAT MEN EVERYWHERE === Snippets From The Summit are all about completely original ideas for success with women that also happen to be extremely effective...and actionable. It's all built on the "Big Four": Confidence, Masculinity, Liking Women, and Good Character. Better men get better women. If you love what you hear, please rate the show on the service you subscribed to it on (takes one second) and leave a review.

Text Us Your Feedback! (Likes, Dislikes, Guest/Conversation Recommendations). Three years ago Brandon signed up for Men and Women of Discomfort, made it two weeks, and quietly bowed out. This year, after a small plane lost an engine at 150 feet with him and his wife aboard, after a dire diagnosis for someone close to him, and after a fourth straight physical showing high cholesterol and low testosterone, he called Dane Sanders and said I'm in. This episode is the after shot. Dane flips the mic and interviews Brandon at week 12 about what actually happened, including the week his infant son was rushed to the PICU and the training got tested in the most real way imaginable.In this conversation, you'll learn:Why the bison runs toward the storm while everything else runs away, and the two reasons that instinct pays offThe victim-choice and hard-easy quadrant that explains why most men medicate storms with cheap comforts instead of piercing through themWhat the fess-up practice looks like inside MWOD, and why no one in the program made Brandon feel worse than he made himselfHow the practices held Brandon anchored through four days in the PICU, right down to ordering compliant food from a hospital menu while holding his son's handThe feedback from a fellow member named Wendy that ended Brandon's complaining in one sentenceWhat changed at home when his wife watched him finish something for the first time, and why that rewrite of an old narrative mattered more than the 10 pounds and 6 percent body fatThe next round kicks off Monday, October 5. If this pierces you, apply. If it doesn't, it's probably not for you. New rounds start every quarter. Resources Mentioned:Men and Women of Discomfort, apply here — https://mwod.io/applyThe Gap and The Gain by Dan Sullivan & Dr. Benjamin Hardy — https://www.amazon.com/Gap-Gain-Achievers-Happiness-Confidence/dp/1401964362Become a Beacon (Brandon's coaching cohort) — https://www.becomeabeacon.comPrevious episodes with Dane Sanders — ManKind Podcast Ep. 046 and the earlier MWOD conversationPrevious Episodes With Dane Sanders- 256 - The 90-Day Practice That Turns Comfort-Addicted Men Into Men With Agency- 46 - Why Men Should Choose Discomfort Hearing the call? We're here. https://mkpusa.org BetterHelp: Get 10% Off Your First Month Of Therapy The ManKind Podcast has partnered with Betterhelp to make it easier for listeners to access licensed mental health therapists who can aid them in their mental health journey. Brandon and Boysen stand by this service as they use BetterHelp for their therapy needs.#Sponsorship #AdSupport the show

In the fight to end gender-based violence, there's a stark fact that's hard to shy away from. Put simply, the majority of GBV perpetrators are men and boys, accounting for more than 90% in most estimates.  On today's episode, we hear from a variety of perspectives about how to work with men and boys to end GBV. Host Reena Ninan speaks with Gary Barker, Founder, CEO, and President of Equimundo: Center for Masculinities and Social Justice. Barker has worked in dozens of countries over the course of three decades. His organization has also conducted decades of research on men and boys' attitudes toward gender equality, including gender-based violence. Senior producer Laura Rosbrow-Telem also talks to Laxman Belbase, Co-Director of MenEngage, a global alliance of more than 1,000 groups from some 90 countries. They are creating a shared vision for how to work with men and boys for gender equality. Plus, reporter Ebere Ekeopara covers women recently elected to local traditional councils in Southeastern Nigeria – a phenomenon that began just a few years ago. She speaks with Faithful Ani, a new member of the traditional council in Umuode, Nigeria, John Onovo, chief of the Umuode council, as well as Blessing Uchendu, the head of gender programming at the South Saharan Development Organization, a nonprofit leading local advocacy on GBV. The Hidden Economics of Remarkable Women is a podcast from Foreign Policy, supported this season by the Ford Foundation. Guests Interviewed: Gary Barker, Founder, CEO, and President of Equimundo Laxman Belbase, Co-Director of MenEngage Blessing Uchendu, South Saharan Development Organization Faithful Ani, Member of Umuode Council John Onovo, Chief of Umuode Council Nnenna Anozie, Human Rights Lawyer Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Send us Fan MailFORGED BY GOD | The Biblical Blueprint for Masculinity is a 5-part TDMP mini-series breaking down the top 20 qualities of a biblical man.Most men have built their manhood from the wrong materials: culture, pain, pride, lust, anger, insecurity, and passivity. Then they throw a Bible verse on top and call it biblical masculinity.Not here... This series puts masculinity under the authority of Scripture and asks what kind of man God actually forges.Across five episodes, we break down the biblical man as one who is God-owned, Christ-commanded, Spirit-forged, responsible with weight, dangerous to darkness, gentle with the vulnerable, and deployed for on mission.Stand up. Lock in. Train to become the man you were designed to be.PROMO: FOUNDATION | Men's Summit | Oct. 2nd-3rd in Middletown, NYMEN... IT'S TIME TO RISE & BUILD! This October, we're calling men together for two days of worship, brotherhood, challenge, and practical biblical truth designed to strengthen the foundation of who we are as men.REGISTER: https://www.cbctoday.com/eventsSupport the showTDMP SITE: https://dangerousmanpodcast.com/NEW HERE: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/6edYYGXup6pimDwU1kGnsSGrab some DANGEROUS GEAR in our shop https://dangerousmanpodcast.com/shop/Support the show for as little as $3 a month https://www.buzzsprout.com/2080275/supporters/newFollow us on Instagram for extra shenanigans https://www.instagram.com/thedangerousmanpodcast/Connect with Matt Fortin & Rory LawrenceEmail us at: thedangerousmanpodcast@gmail.com

What happens when language created to make inequality visible becomes so broadly used that the inequality itself begins to disappear? Terms like mental load, invisible labor, and emotional labor have helped name forms of work —often disproportionately carried by women—that traditional measures of labor have failed to capture. But lately, these terms seem to be everywhere, applied to everything from emotionally difficult conversations to administrative annoyances to ordinary responsibilities we wish we didn't have. In this episode of the Advancing Women Podcast, Dr. Kimberly DeSimone explores what happens when useful structural concepts undergo conceptual inflation: their boundaries expand until they begin encompassing experiences increasingly distinct from what they were originally helping us understand. Because the popularity of a concept can become the enemy of its precision. Not all invisible work is “the mental load.” Not all underappreciated work is “emotional labor.” And not every unpleasant obligation is evidence of inequity. There is a difference between a burden and a pattern of inequity. Kimberly traces the research behind mental load and cognitive household labor, revisits sociologist Arlie Hochschild's original conception of emotional labor, and considers what gets lost when structural language becomes a generic synonym for this is hard. She also explores emerging research from Angelica Ferrara and colleagues on “Mankeeping”: the work women may perform to maintain men's social and emotional lives, and an important paradox: at the same time we're broadening the language of invisible labor to encompass men's ordinary responsibilities, men's shrinking social networks may be generating additional invisible labor for women. This isn't about linguistic gatekeeping. Concepts evolve. Language evolves. It's about what happens when we strip the analysis out of the language. Because a concept becoming more inclusive isn't necessarily the same thing as a concept becoming more illuminating. And precision isn't about protecting words. It's about protecting what they allow us to see.    In this episode: What mental load actually means, and why it isn't “everything I have to think about” The difference between an individual burden and a systemic pattern of inequity Conceptual inflation: what happens when useful concepts expand beyond what they were designed to explain How structural language can lose its structure The emerging concept of "Mankeeping" Men's loneliness, social isolation, and women's often-unseen relational labor Why precision of language matters, especially when we're talking about equity Previous Episode Referenced in this episode: The Hidden Cost of Effortless  Research Referenced: Ferrara, A. P., & Vergara, D. P. (2024). Theorizing mankeeping: The male friendship recession and women's associated labor as a structural component of gender inequality. Psychology of Men & Masculinities, 25(4), 391–401.  Hochschild, A. R. (1983). The managed heart: Commercialization of human feeling. University of California Press. Mancini, V. O., Guerrini, B. N., Clarke, J. J., Vergara, D. P., Seidler, Z. E., & Ferrara, A. P. (2026). Measuring mankeeping: Development and validation of a scale assessing how women experience the impact of men's declining social networks. Sex Roles, 92, Article 32.  Let's continue the Conversation! If this episode resonated with you, why not share it! Listen, Subscribe, Connect! The Advancing Women Podcast Instagram: @AdvancingWomenPodcast  Facebook: Advancing Women Podcast  LinkedIn: Dr. Kimberly DeSimone 

How do you know when to endure and when to walk away? In this episode of The Impossible Life Podcast, Nick Surface and Garrett Unclebach confront the tension between perseverance and wisdom. Christian men are often told never to quit, but continuing in the wrong direction is not faithfulness. True endurance is not stubbornly refusing to change; it is refusing to abandon what is genuinely worth suffering for.This conversation exposes the false forms of endurance that keep men trapped. Ego makes you continue because you cannot admit you were wrong. Sunk cost tells you that too much time, money, or effort has already been invested to stop. Fear convinces you that a miserable but familiar future is safer than an uncertain one. Biblical masculinity requires both the conviction to keep moving and the humility to change course. The mission may remain, even when the method must change.Following Jesus means holding your purpose with faith while surrendering your preferred outcome. Healthy endurance is marked by conviction, adaptability, surrender, wise counsel, and daily faithfulness. You should not quit merely because you are tired, discouraged, or afraid—but you can quit when God gives you clarity that your motives, route, or priorities are wrong. This episode will help you examine why you are continuing, what is truly worth the price, and what faithfulness requires from you today.Check out VITL Peptides by clicking hereJoin a group of likeminded Impossible Life listeners in our FREE Skool community by clicking here.Get the Purpose Playbook by clicking hereGet the FREE Basic Discipline Training 30 Day Program by clicking hereJoin us in Mindset Mastery by clicking hereLevel up your nutrition with IDLife by clicking hereGET IN TOUCHSocial Media - @theimpossiblelifeEmail - info@theimpossible.life

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When did being a strong man start meaning we had to hide our hearts? Host Sreemedha talks with Andy Jackson, entrepreneur, author, and former fitness industry CEO, about what modern masculinity could look like if strength and kindness stopped being treated as opposites. Andy shares the thinking behind his new book, BroHeart, and its four core principles, strength, loyalty, laughter, and kindness, and why he believes men don't need fixing, they need better examples. This is a conversation about male friendship, vulnerability, and why being surrounded by people isn't the same as being truly known. About the Guest: Andy Jackson is an entrepreneur, author, and podcast host, and a former CEO in the fitness industry. He is the co-founder of AllWellCo and the author of BroHeart, a book that reframes masculinity around four principles: strength, loyalty, laughter, and kindness. Key Takeaways: The word "bro" was never meant to signal ego or arrogance. At its root, it's about brotherhood, someone who tells you the truth, celebrates your wins, and picks you up when you fall. Real strength pairs with kindness rather than opposing it. Strength without heart becomes ego, and heart without strength struggles to protect anyone. Vulnerability has been framed as weakness for generations, but the more useful question isn't "what's wrong with men," it's "what kind of men do we want them to become." Being connected to hundreds of people isn't the same as being known by a few. Real brotherhood is built by the friend who notices you're not okay and simply shows up, no fixing required. Kindness is easy when life is easy. The real test of character is staying kind, calm, and able to apologize when things get hard. If you're struggling, reach out to one person and say so plainly. If someone reaches out to you, the most valuable thing you can offer is empathy, not a fix. Connect With Andy Jackson: LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/andyjackson3 Company: AllWellCo Network Book: BroHeart, available for pre-order now, wherever books are sold Episode Chapters: [00:00] When did strength start meaning we had to hide our hearts? [03:00] Reclaiming "bro" as brotherhood, not ego [06:30] Making masculinity bigger, not smaller [08:30] Why vulnerability got framed as weakness instead of courage [11:00] Why men feel lonely even when they're constantly connected [15:00] The four pillars of BroHeart: strength, loyalty, laughter, kindness [18:00] Sustaining change when the culture around you hasn't caught up [21:30] Andy's closing message: impact people, don't just impress them   Want to be a guest on Healthy Mind, Healthy Life? DM on PM - Send me a message on PodMatch DM Me Here: https://www.podmatch.com/hostdetailpreview/avik Disclaimer: This episode is produced for educational and informational purposes only. All views expressed by the guest are their personal opinions alone and do not represent the views of the host or Healthy Mind by Avik™. The Network does not verify, endorse, or assume responsibility for any guest statements. Nothing in this episode constitutes medical, legal, financial, or professional advice, please consult a qualified professional before making any decisions. Listeners are encouraged to engage critically and independently with all content do not consume blindly. Use this content as a starting point for your own reflection and research, not as a substitute for professional guidance. Third-party content is referenced under fair use for informational purposes only. Guest speakers are solely responsible for their own statements. If you have concerns about any content, please contact us here By listening, you acknowledge and accept this disclaimer in full. Read detailed disclaimer here. Healthy Mind By Avik™️ is a global platform redefining mental health as a necessity, not a luxury. Born during the pandemic, it's become a sanctuary for healing, growth, and mindful living. Hosted by Avik Chakraborty, storyteller, survivor, and wellness advocate. With over 6500+ episodes and 200K+ global listeners, we unite voices, break stigma, and build a world where every story matters.

Masculinity, in its truest form, is: Beautiful. F**kable. It inspires reverence. Respect. Admiration. It makes a woman get on her knees and be compelled to serve. It protects. It inspires trust. It's worthy of deep surrender and submission. But…masculinity has been disowned. And in that collective dis-ownership, it's become distorted. Beta male energy is the most toxic masculinity of all. So bring on the alphas. In this episode: 7 toxic turn offs8 “on her knees” turn ons Strong erections = strong masculinityThe hate crime of being a hetero white maleWomen take control when men don't—but resent it and will punish you for it He plans dates. He chooses what she wears and orders her food.From 20 - 90 minutes of intercourseWhat it means when you fantasize outside your relationship “I feel like a stud" If you're ready to become a legendary Supercock slayer in all areas of your life, check out my Sexual Mastery for Men Salon.In legendary 8-week online immersion for men, we cover:Orgasms without ejaculation: every man canHow to last longer in bed and have complete controlHow to use your sexual energy as a power source, increasing your vitality, confidence and cash flowOrganically grown cock: boost your length, girth and strengthOrgasmapedia: the guide to all female orgasms. Especially G-Spot, squirting and cervicalA pelvic weight lifting routine Owning your dominant, divine and dark masculine energy. Alphas for everyone. To signup, go to kimanami.com/stamina. 

Co-Host Cora Boyd (https://mountaintoppodcast.com/cora) One of the biggest stumbling blocks for men is flirting. After all, in our minds it's all about revealing sexual (or at least non-platonic) interest in a woman, and rumor has it that sort of thing is flat-out dangerous in today's world. Well, my first-time guest Cora Boyd is the host of Pillow Talk Radio and heads up Magnetics Love School. To say she's the perfect guest to clear up any confusion or frustration about this topic is an understatement. Just when so many guys are cynical enough to go "redpilled" and swear off women, along comes Cora to restore hope in female humanity. Right out of the gate, Cora proves she knows exactly what we as men are feeling--and facing--out there nowadays when it comes to flirting. She not only knows what is going on, she knows why, and she's all about empowering you to flirt with women they way they crave being flirted with. So, what is Cora's take on "establishing normalcy" when meeting a woman for the first time? Why do we as men really shy away from flirting with women? And how do we clear up our psychology so flirting really does become as fun for us as it is for most women? How can we master the male/female vibe when interacting with a woman? Why does trying to come up with the perfect move or the perfect line always seem to backfire? What are "flirting flavors"? What should men do instead of trying to "close the deal" with women? And what is there to be said for improving your entire social outlook--and your social life with it--as a direct way to get comfortable with, and therefore better at flirting? What encouragement does Cora have for men who are still cynical about all of this? And what if flirting is actually an act of service toward women? The newly-refreshed website features lots of free goodies: https://mountaintoppodcast.com === HELP US SEND THE MESSAGE TO GREAT MEN EVERYWHERE === This show is built on the "Big Four": Confidence, Masculinity, Liking Women, and Good Character. Better men get better women. If you love what you hear, please rate the show on the service you subscribed to it on (takes one second) and leave a review.

Carton and Chris McMonigle celebrate a potential 2-0 start for the New York Jets and revisit the team's last success in 2015. They handle a confrontational caller regarding masculinity in sports radio before exploring the surprising origins of the song "Red Red Wine" and debating the athletic merits of collegiate male cheerleaders. (00:01:00) Jets 2-0 History (00:04:45) Masculinity and Bullying Debate (00:08:44) Neil Diamond Music Trivia (00:13:30) Elvis and Footloose Evolution (00:15:44) Male Cheerleader Comparison

Pr. Jeff Hemmer, author, “Man Up! The Quest for Masculinity” Man Up! The Quest for MasculinityThe post Influencers Andrew and Tristan Tate's Lies and Legal Troubles – Pr. Jeff Hemmer, 9/17/26 (2602) first appeared on Issues, Etc..

Conflict is unavoidable, but most men enter it with the wrong goal. In this tools and tactics episode of The Impossible Life Podcast, Nick Surface and Garrett Unclebach sit down with Dr. Robi Sonderegger to unpack a practical conflict resolution framework that can change the way you handle tension in marriage, family, leadership, business, and everyday relationships. The key is simple but challenging: if one person wins and the other loses, the relationship still loses.Dr. Robi breaks down a three-step problem-solving plan built around emotional intelligence, humility, and wisdom. First, ask why with no negative emotion. Second, paraphrase what the other person is feeling until they know you truly understand. Third, work toward a win-win solution, remembering that the person who offers the second solution often has more influence. For Christian men, this is more than a communication tactic. It is a way to lead with patience, empathy, self-control, and faith instead of pride, defensiveness, or the need to be right.Biblical masculinity is not proven by overpowering someone in conflict. It is shown when a man can lower the temperature, listen well, validate emotion without surrendering truth, and pursue unity without passivity. Whether the conflict is with your wife, your kids, a friend, or someone you lead, this episode gives you a tool you can use immediately. If your purpose is to follow Jesus and build stronger relationships, learning how to resolve conflict may be one of the most important skills you develop.Check out VITL Peptides by clicking hereJoin a group of likeminded Impossible Life listeners in our FREE Skool community by clicking here.Get the Purpose Playbook by clicking hereGet the FREE Basic Discipline Training 30 Day Program by clicking hereJoin us in Mindset Mastery by clicking hereLevel up your nutrition with IDLife by clicking hereGET IN TOUCHSocial Media - @theimpossiblelifeEmail - info@theimpossible.life

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A major topic of conversation in the American church lately has to do with men and the church. Many people claim the church has become too feminine, which is turning men away. Therefore, some are trying to make the church more masculine. On the other side of the issue, many claim this new emphasis is actually promoting toxic masculinity.What's the reality? Is any of this true? Mike and Coby dive into this subject with their typical candor, discussing facts, perceptions, and potential red flags. Can the church even be feminine or masculine? If so, what is the biblical ideal?

===SNIPPETS FROM THE SUMMIT===What happens when someone asks you to envision the "woman of your dreams"? Well, you likely have a mental picture almost immediately. She's exactly your type and/or what society projects as the "perfect woman". But here's the thing: when the  woman who really "does it for you" shows up in real life, she might not be who you envisioned. What's up with that? Are you settling? The surprising answer is actually the most normal, natural one...and nearly everyone can relate to it. And by the way, the same principle has massive ramifications on how we understand women's stereotypical "preferences" for the man they say they want. Can we all get over ourselves, stop over-analyzing and let authentic attraction happen? Visit the newly refreshed site and take the quick Reality Check Survey to get clear on where you really are and what to do about it next:  https://mountaintoppodcast.com/realitycheck === HELP US SEND THE MESSAGE TO GREAT MEN EVERYWHERE === Snippets From The Summit are all about completely original ideas for success with women that also happen to be extremely effective...and actionable. It's all built on the "Big Four": Confidence, Masculinity, Liking Women, and Good Character. Better men get better women. If you love what you hear, please rate the show on the service you subscribed to it on (takes one second) and leave a review.

Dallin Bruun shares his journey from a demanding religious background to becoming a therapist, exploring the importance of self-worth, healthy masculinity, and emotional health for men. This episode offers practical insights on overcoming mental struggles, understanding ego, and fostering genuine love and connection.Interested in my private coaching & FREE workouts? Link below.http://www.nockperformance.com/BrainTree Nutrition: Use code "NOCK" for 15% off at https://www.braintreenutrition.com/?ref=NOCKUse code "NockP" for 10% off at https://ollin.co/

In my limited experience, little boys only stay little for so long and then they very quickly start pretending they are men. They drive trucks, dig holes and find sticks to turn into swords. You could simply say, boys will be boys. But in a very real sense they are practicing manhood and in particular they seem to be looking for examples of strength to imitate. It's not that boys aren't concerned with beauty –my boys are all amazing at picking flowers for me and definitely know how to make a room lovely. But from very young ages, I've noticed my four boys admiring strength and looking for chances to practice grit, tenacity, and courage. Our goal is ultimately to raise godly men –but what does a godly man look like? What characteristics are distinctively masculine in a Biblical sense? What makes a boy strong? And what sort of character qualities should we be looking to cultivate in our boys?

Suffering is unavoidable, but it does not have to be wasted. In this episode of The Impossible Life Podcast, Nick Surface and Garrett Unclebach sit down with Dr. Robi Sonderegger to talk about one of the most uncomfortable and necessary parts of the Christian life. Whether it comes through persecution, hardship, loss, discipline, pressure, or pain, suffering reveals what a man believes, what he is living for, and whether his hope is rooted in circumstances or in Jesus.This conversation challenges the comfortable, idealistic view many men have of growth, purpose, and faith. Dr. Robi explains that suffering can either become a prison or a catapult. It can make a man bitter, angry, and trapped in what happened to him, or it can humble him, soften him, and make him moldable again. The difference is meaning. When a man has purpose, suffering becomes something he can move through instead of something he spends his life avoiding. Without purpose, even small discomforts feel like threats; with purpose, pain can become the pressure that builds strength.Biblical masculinity is not about pretending suffering does not hurt. It is about refusing to let suffering become the loudest voice in your life. Jesus suffered with purpose, and men who follow Him are called to take up responsibility, choose hard things, and allow God to use pressure to form character. This episode is a call to stop running from every discomfort, stop confusing comfort with freedom, and begin asking what God wants to build in you through what you are walking through.Check out VITL Peptides by clicking hereJoin a group of likeminded Impossible Life listeners in our FREE Skool community by clicking here.Get the Purpose Playbook by clicking hereGet the FREE Basic Discipline Training 30 Day Program by clicking hereJoin us in Mindset Mastery by clicking hereLevel up your nutrition with IDLife by clicking hereGET IN TOUCHSocial Media - @theimpossiblelifeEmail - info@theimpossible.life

In this episode of Friday Field Notes, Ryan Michler tackles the cultural double standard between misogyny and misandry. While modern discourse frequently condemns the hatred of women, systemic contempt toward men - misandry - is often ignored or dismissed as simple individual preference.  Ryan breaks down the etymology of these terms and addresses critical disparities facing men today, including family court bias, false accusations, workforce declines, and the alarming male suicide rate. Moving beyond victimhood narratives, he distinguishes raw masculinity from true manliness, demonstrating how masculine traits are not inherently toxic but require proper direction. Tune in to understand why society must evaluate both sides of the aisle to cultivate genuine accountability, strength, and human flourishing. SHOW HIGHLIGHTS 00:00 - Defining Misogyny vs. Misandry 02:26 - The Double Standard in Cultural Discourse 04:46 - Etymology and the Power of Words 09:40 - Custody Bias and Courtroom Discouragement 10:45 - The Impact of False Accusations 12:01 - Labor Force Declines and Biological Aptitude 14:30 - The Male Suicide Epidemic and Empathy Gaps 15:45 - Rejecting the Victimhood Scoreboard 18:56 - Masculinity vs. Manliness: Harnessing Raw Power 23:18 - Stop Neutering Young Men 25:21 - Taking Sovereignty Over Your Worth   Battle Planners: Pick yours up today! Order Ryan's new book, The Masculinity Manifesto. For more information on the Iron Council brotherhood. Want maximum health, wealth, relationships, and abundance in your life? Sign up for our free course, 30 Days to Battle Ready  

"Mar-a-Lago face" is what happens to white women when they try to secure proximity to power by joining a death cult. Feminist icon Soraya Chemaly, author of All We Want is Everything: How We Dismantle Male Supremacy and Rage Becomes Her, joins Gaslit Nation to discuss why MAGA women want to look like the plastic morphing faces in Soundgarden's cinematic masterpiece for "Black Hole Sun."  Andrea and Soraya discuss how to bash the patriarchy, and what perks are in it for the men if we succeed. We also look at what the system does to boys, stripping them of their humanity. Male supremacy convinces boys and men that they are entitled to the three pillars of masculine socialization: providing and protecting and presiding, which requires a woman who cannot provide, cannot protect herself, and does not decide. The research shows that women who wear makeup at work get paid more, because it signals such compliance. We also discuss the progressive Brooklyn moms who may be unknowingly raising incels; the expiration dates of the trad wife economy when the credit card gets cut off; the SAVE America Act coming for married women's voter registrations; and the pornographic rape culture behind media's ominous pivot to short videos. When even Amy Goodman wears eye-shadow, that's when we know it's time to double-down on our rage and resistance. To listen to the full episode, be sure to support Gaslit Nation on Patreon and Substack by joining our community of listeners. Discounted annual memberships are available, and on Patreon you can give the gift of membership. Gaslit Nation is funded by our listeners – we could not make this show without you. Thank you to everyone who supports our independent journalism in these tough times.  The world is on fire. It's time to be unreasonable. If you want a concrete plan to find your purpose and help create the world you want to live in, pre-order Andrea's new book today.