Talking points: culture, economics, mindset, debt, Ed Hardy To maybe understate things, it's a jungle out there right now, financially speaking. I've really enjoyed Morgan's books and perspective, so in early April, I asked him to come on. He shared TONS of insight on tariffs, what's next, how the average person can change their financial straights for the better, even Fartcoin. Listen in. (00:00:00) - What in the world is going on (00:09:35) - If it’s about bringing manufacturing back, then wil...
Apr 21, 2025•1 hr 12 min•Ep. 539
Talking points: relationships, leadership A while back, I launched a video on how men can better lead themselves and their relationships. It got a ton of dialogue, let's just say. Here's what I mean by lead, and three definitive steps to getting it right. (00:00:00) - Defining what “lead” actually means (00:04:08) - The first thing to do (00:07:14) - Stop taking her emotions personally (00:12:47) - Lead in connection, lead in repair *** Tired of feeling like you're never enough? Build your self-...
Apr 17, 2025•18 min
Talking points: masculinity, regret, anger, culture It's been too long since I sat down with The Captain himself. I am continuously grateful for Kyle's honesty about his own life, his process, and his opinion on things. Which means this conversation is as refreshing as it is frank. Strongly recommend sharing this one, team. (00:00:00) - Why is regret such a thing, are men conditioned to beat themselves up, and should it impact our decisions? (00:10:47) - How a recent writing project nearly broke...
Apr 14, 2025•55 min•Ep. 538
Talking points: attachment, relationships, mindset Anxious attachment can make any relationship feel fraught with tension and threat. It doesn't have to be that way, and there are clear steps you can take that really do get results. Start with these ones. (00:00:00) - Anxious attachment refresher (00:04:04) - Priority number one: develop safety internally—and how (00:09:37) - Number two: recognize false flags (00:14:10) - Number three: practice calm connection *** Tired of feeling like you're ne...
Apr 10, 2025•18 min
Talking points: relationships, masculinity, mindset, nice guy syndrome A bunch of you have reached out requesting an interview with Nick, aka The People Displeaser, and I'm happy to say we finally got the chance to talk. Nick's practical, no-nonsense frame is a breath of fresh air. If you're looking for ways to combat your own people-pleasing tendencies—and some really good reasons why you should—this is the episode for you. (00:00:00) - Is people-pleasing really that bad, and what creates one (...
Apr 07, 2025•1 hr 1 min•Ep. 537
Talking points: boundaries, relationships, mindset The counter-intuitive truth is this: if you're stuck in people-pleasing, you're generally not people-helping. I see a lot of men go through this, and many are unaware of what it really is and where it comes from. This week, straightforward insight and direct steps to breaking free. (00:00:00) - What the heck is people-pleasing? (00:03:02) - Two specific origins of people pleasing, and uncovering where it started in your own life (00:06:18) - The...
Apr 03, 2025•20 min
Talking points: anger, trauma, relationships This is an essential episode for two reasons. One, it clearly shows how emotions and behaviors get passed down not just in mind but in body. Two, this episode also shows there are men out there doing real work—and they're committed to it; my guest was already familiar with the somatic part of his feelings. If you grew up in a volatile family, this is doubly worth listening to. *** Tired of feeling like you're never enough? Build your self-worth with h...
Mar 31, 2025•32 min•Ep. 536
Talking points: archetypes, psychology, relationships I genuinely feel this is one of the most important concepts we as men should understand. It affects a lot of us, and it definitely affected me. It definitely fits the word "complex", but it's absolutely something you can work on. So grab a notepad, dig in, and share with any man you think would benefit. (00:00:00) - Intro, definition, and why knowing about this is useful (00:08:09) - What causes this split? (00:21:55) - Rounding up what kind ...
Mar 27, 2025•34 min
Talking points: relationships, evolutionary psychology, culture You know it, I know it, and Michael Sartain knows it: there are a LOT of men out there facing extreme difficulty. I wanted to pick Michael’s brain on how to help men understand why this is, but from the perspective of evolutionary psychology, and the boots-on-ground experience of a fellow coach. I appreciate Michael’s ability to follow (and focus) the data without getting lost in reactionary antics. Listen in. (00:00:00) - How Micha...
Mar 24, 2025•1 hr 6 min•Ep. 535
Talking points: attachment, relationships, culture I recently brought in an attachment specialist for the Alliance because a lot of men are noticing an uptick in women who are emotionally distant, avoid vulnerability, and break it off the second things get serious. There are a ton of ways to look at this, and lots of factors, but I wanted to dig in a bit—and give some insight into what YOU can do if you're dating an avoidant woman. *** Tired of feeling like you're never enough? Build your self-w...
Mar 20, 2025•18 min
Talking points: attachment, marriage, trauma There’s a lot of attachment content out there. I should know, I make a fair bit myself. But in my work with this week’s anonymous guest, you can see just how complex things can get. My guest is managing the anxious-avoidant dance really well, but processing what causes it is something that requires deeper work. Listen in. (00:00:00) - Intro, handling the anxious/avoidant dance in marriage, and the what it felt like losing a father (00:11:21) - Who was...
Mar 17, 2025•36 min•Ep. 534
