Better Men Get Better Women - The Mountain Top

Co-Host Corey Nathan (https://mountaintoppodcast.com/nathan) I fully realize we're all dead sick of talking about politics. The '24 election cycle is over, DJT is taking office this coming Monday, and it's time to move on. But now what? How will it all affect how we relate to women? My returning guest Corey Nathan runs an entire podcast called Talkin' Politics And Religion Without Killing Each Other, so these sort of questions are what he lives and breathes. Right off the bat, Corey suggests we as men recover an insanely useful skill that few of us recognize as important. Next, what does being able to separate what's really important from what's merely urgent have to do with all of this? Are people 'politically fatigued' about now? Is the country ready to unite? If so, does that mean women will be easier to talk to? What happens when we let politics become our religion...whether we realize it or not? Have we become addicted to fearmongering, regardless of whether or not we actually like feeling afraid? (I know, weird...) Has what can best be described as 'the feminine opinion' caused a backlash among men in terms of how they vote, and indeed in how they relate to women? Has the narrative shifted to such a radical degree in this country (and perhaps the entire world) that people are ready to salvage their dignity as independent thinkers rather than simply following their party's directives? Why hasn't people's general rejection of politics as religion led to higher church attendance? And by the way, are politics and religion really all that matters when men and women are getting to know each other on dates? I mean, lately one could easily think so. Will that balance itself out in '25 and beyond? And then, how should we as men lead to make sure we Make Seduction Great Again? Join The Mountain Top Summit on Facebook and more when you visit https://mountaintoppodcast.com MESSAGE TO GREAT MEN EVERYWHERE === The content in this show is NEVER generated by AI. I discovered it can't handle a joke a long time ago. Meanwhile, I'll keep the practical, actionable ideas coming as well as the entertaining part...all for free. 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. As we say here in Texas, I appreciate you!

=== SNIPPETS FROM THE SUMMIT === Back in the PUA era, there were some truly cheesy, if not downright sleazy marketing practices in the world of men's dating advice. Over time, however, guys must have gotten wise to them because they pretty much stopped. But bad news...they're baaaack. It could be because there's a whole new generation of younger man out there, or a whole new generation of 'dating marketers' who think they have original ideas. But either way, you absolutely positively want to avoid being sucked into these for men's dating advice traps that are making such a resurgence. More at https://mountaintoppodcast.com === HELP US SEND THE MESSAGE TO GREAT MEN EVERYWHERE === The content in this show is NEVER generated by AI. I discovered it can't handle a joke a long time ago. Meanwhile, I'll keep the practical, actionable ideas coming as well as the entertaining part...all for free. 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. As we say here in Texas, I appreciate you!

Co-Host Emily McKay (https://mountaintoppodcast.com/coach) Last week we covered how dating and relating between men and women has evolved over the past quarter century. But what about the next 25 years...and indeed the rest of this century coming up? What's going on with gender politics? Are people finally sick of it? Will we be able to define "man" and "woman" again? Is Masculinity back? Will women start prioritizing motherhood over Hofstedian societal gender roles again? Will people continue being social IRL, or will social media make things even worse? Will we return to valuing the life of our own species? Will we halt the aging process? Then what? Will translators minimize the impact of language barriers? Is AI going to continue to make online dating/apps difficult? Have AI girlfriends already failed forever? What will ultimately replace dating? What about cyber partners? (robots) Will the porn be so good in the future that it really is better than the real thing? (e.g. Virtual physical presence) What will the impact of extreme selfhood be? More narcissism leading to more robotics due to less social resistance? And...the question we all REALLY wonder about: Are we seeing things, or is speed dating making a comeback? The first step to getting ready for whatever is coming in your dating life is to visit https://mountaintoppodcast.com MESSAGE TO GREAT MEN EVERYWHERE === The content in this show is NEVER generated by AI. I discovered it can't handle a joke a long time ago. Meanwhile, I'll keep the practical, actionable ideas coming as well as the entertaining part...all for free. 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. As we say here in Texas, I appreciate you!

=== SNIPPETS FROM THE SUMMIT === You've heard it before, and even though it sucks it's true: Whoever wants the relationship LESS is in control. So what are we supposed to do with that information? After all, it's not like we're all about getting with someone we don't really want...and if we don't really want her, isn't she just going to find someone who appreciates her more anyway? Well, yeah...all of that makes perfect sense. So there's got to be a solution to finding a woman we really want to be in a relationship with, but without giving our power away. Fortunately, there is...and it's hiding in plain sight. More at https://mountaintoppodcast.com === HELP US SEND THE MESSAGE TO GREAT MEN EVERYWHERE === The content in this show is NEVER generated by AI. I discovered it can't handle a joke a long time ago. Meanwhile, I'll keep the practical, actionable ideas coming as well as the entertaining part...all for free. 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. As we say here in Texas, I appreciate you!

Co-Host Emily McKay (https://mountaintoppodcast.com/coach) 25 years and one week ago, everyone's attention was on whether or not the dreaded Y2K bug was going to crash the world's computer systems and make planes fall out of the sky. And even as we partied like it was 1999, nobody's nose was buried in their smartphone because those hadn't come out yet. People weren't even texting each other. After all, if on the off chance you had texting on your phone, every message cost like sixty cents. Online dating was in its infancy, but already stigmatized as if any users were desperate losers who 'liked pina coladas'. Indeed, if a guy wanted to ask a woman out the best way to do that was in person (go figure) because picking up the phone and being confronted with an answering machine was just too stressful. But at least actual dating was still a thing rather than simply 'hooking up' or 'hanging out'. Nevertheless, getting quality dating advice from, well...anywhere? Forgettaboutit. Self-help of any kind on the still narrowband Internet was practically unheard of. Even what would become the PUA movement was still limited to 'underground' keyboard jockeys in chat rooms (!) trying to figure out tricks to 'game' women with. Social media was years away, and with it the rise of 'echo chambers' that would shape public opinion (and outrage) on all manner of ways men and women relate to each other. And yes, people were terrified of getting herpes and dying of AIDS, so sexual activity was approached very differently than it is today. Yes, a LOT has changed over the first quarter of the 21st century, and we cover the good, the bad and the ugly in this fast-paced and (actually) fun episode! Get in on all the action to be had at: https://mountaintoppodcast.com MESSAGE TO GREAT MEN EVERYWHERE === The content in this show is NEVER generated by AI. I discovered it can't handle a joke a long time ago. Meanwhile, I'll keep the practical, actionable ideas coming as well as the entertaining part...all for free. 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. As we say here in Texas, I appreciate you!

=== SNIPPETS FROM THE SUMMIT === Around New Year's every year, people tend to make New Year's resolutions. They typically last about two weeks. Well, with the dawn of 2025 the 21st century is already a quarter over. But even though life is short, it's long as well. What are you going to do with the next 75 years...or maybe beyond? Instead of simply trying to get rid of a bad habit, why not transform your entire life in a meaningful and long-lasting way? In this brief episode, I'll let you in on a brilliant Japanese secret that will help you secure your future and find far more fulfillment in it. More at https://mountaintoppodcast.com === HELP US SEND THE MESSAGE TO GREAT MEN EVERYWHERE === The content in this show is NEVER generated by AI. I discovered it can't handle a joke a long time ago. Meanwhile, I'll keep the practical, actionable ideas coming as well as the entertaining part...all for free. 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. As we say here in Texas, I appreciate you!

Co-Host Delora Guignion (https://mountaintoppodcast.com/delora) If you want to drive yourself nuts (and who really does?), you can knock yourself out trying to sort out the difference between masculinity and femininity, as opposed to masculine energy and feminine energy. Fortunately, you don't have to do that. All you need is this podcast episode. My returning guest is none other than the Mindset Mentor Delora Guignion from Ottawa, Canada. We indeed engage in a discussion about this heavy-duty topic, and it's guaranteed to really make you think. I mean, is everything we do--and everything we're about--really tied to our masculine and feminine nature? Can't there just be human nature? Well, maybe...maybe not. Delora and I will have to sort of agree to disagree in some ways, even though we really do agree on all the best-case scenarios for how people get along. But seriously, how are we as men in particular really hamstringing ourselves by not really understanding how femininity works? And why is it so many people--men and women alike--simply refuse to even acknowledge that men and women have different priorities and sensibilities, and that's probably okay? And that's just the warm-up. Are left-brained people in their masculine and right-brained people in their feminine? The ramifications of that question extend to almost every corner of life. All we really know is that when masculinity and femininity understand each other, whether they're left- or right-brained, we all get along better. And that, friends and neighbors, is a no-brainer. Have you cashed in your $20 gift card yet? That's our Christmas gift to you: https://mountaintoppodcast.com/giftcard === HELP US SEND THE MESSAGE TO GREAT MEN EVERYWHERE === The content in this show is NEVER generated by AI. I discovered it can't handle a joke a long time ago. Meanwhile, I'll keep the practical, actionable ideas coming as well as the entertaining part...all for free. 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. As we say here in Texas, I appreciate you!

=== SNIPPETS FROM THE SUMMIT === It's Christmas Eve, so what better time to bring a little joy to the world...especially the women of the world? So how do we do that? Well, when it comes to meeting and interacting with women most of us as men are continuously running a combo of thinking BIG (e.g. 'What can I impress her with?') and staying stoic and macho, lest we look like a simp. But how is that working out for you? In the real world, men who make women feel safe and comfortable with what I call 'warm levity' are the ones who get the girl. In this brief episode, I'll share a dead-simple strategy that's virtually foolproof in making women like you, feel attraction toward you and want more of you. More at https://mountaintoppodcast.com === HELP US SEND THE MESSAGE TO GREAT MEN EVERYWHERE === The content in this show is NEVER generated by AI. I discovered it can't handle a joke a long time ago. Meanwhile, I'll keep the practical, actionable ideas coming as well as the entertaining part...all for free. 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. As we say here in Texas, I appreciate you!

Co-Host Warwick Cairns (https://mountaintoppodcast.com/cairns) Well, you've heard me talk about how we as men tend to slip into the 'suburban sleepwalk' in this life. Everything is safe, sanitized and dinner comes from the supermarket or a fast-food joint. So along comes Warwick Cairns, author of a book called How To Live Dangerously, which exhorts us as men get back to our roots. That is, a life with a whole lot more danger in it. This is, of course, a wildly controversial stance in today's Western world. But our masculine nature craves it, and Warwick is still here to tell the story, so clearly what he talks about can be satisfied in us without killing ourselves over it. To start things off, Warwick wastes no time getting to how so much of what we think is 'dangerous' is actually relatively safe, while plenty of what we think is safe is actually pretty hazardous. What is it that distorts so many people's perceptions in this regard? And how has danger itself evolved within very recent human history? Of course, that has to affect our perception of it in principle as well. I mean, has post-modernity actually created its own form of 'danger' even as the world at large has gotten so much safer? All of that said, Warwick's book is on how to bring MORE danger into our lives. What does that mean? What is it he is actually advocating? And what is he personally doing that's so dangerous at age 62...and at what price? On the other hand, what's up with those guys who live incredibly dangerously and still somehow die of old age? And what's the true 'low hanging fruit' for people who want to start living dangerously? And last, but certainly not least, how dangerous is it really to approach women and ask them out? Download all the free goodies at https://mountaintoppodcast.com === HELP US SEND THE MESSAGE TO GREAT MEN EVERYWHERE === The content in this show is NEVER generated by AI. I discovered it can't handle a joke a long time ago. Meanwhile, I'll keep the practical, actionable ideas coming as well as the entertaining part...all for free. 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. As we say here in Texas, I appreciate you!

=== SNIPPETS FROM THE SUMMIT === Confidence is the very foundation of success with women. But do we just one day become confident? Is it just a decision we make or a switch we flip? Of course not. There are stages of confidence...a continuum, if you will. In this episode I'll reveal what those are, and why most of them are part of a good solid progression toward ultimate confidence. But beware...two of the steps should be skipped altogether, even if most guys don't realize it. More at https://mountaintoppodcast.com === HELP US SEND THE MESSAGE TO GREAT MEN EVERYWHERE === The content in this show is NEVER generated by AI. I discovered it can't handle a joke a long time ago. Meanwhile, I'll keep the practical, actionable ideas coming as well as the entertaining part...all for free. 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. As we say here in Texas, I appreciate you!

Co-Host John O'Brien (https://mountaintoppoodcast.com/rude) My first-time guest is executive coach, author, speaker and university instructor John O'Brien, whose book Rudeness Rehab caught my eye immediately. After all, there's no doubt that common civility has taken a dive in our culture over the past several decades, right? I mean, as men it's perfectly good to be a bit rough around the edges and be assertive when we need to, but dude...it's like people have lost all sense of being decent to each other nowadays. Along with that, even simple self-awareness and regard for others has gone out the window. What happened there? Surely, it's not all easily passed off as the fault of social media and COVID, right? And more importantly, how do we reclaim civility as men without looking like some sort of passive milquetoast pansy or something? Well, the first step, of course, is to clearly define what we're talking about here when we refer to 'incivility'. How does incivility wreak havoc at home, at work, in our social lives and when relating to women? And even if we have our own selves under control, what are the best ways to better manage rudeness in others? I mean, are so many people being rude and socially inept on purpose, or is self-awareness still at an all-time low out there? And aren't there just some people out there who really want to get at you? How do you keep your composure with them? Or should you? And is who we are when we're around the people we're most comfortable with who we really are? And who are--perhaps ironically--the least civil people in our entire life? What advice would John give to guys who are going out meeting women, but finding most of them to be rude? Get in on the latest Masterclass and more at https://mountaintoppodcast.com === HELP US SEND THE MESSAGE TO GREAT MEN EVERYWHERE === The content in this show is NEVER generated by AI. I discovered it can't handle a joke a long time ago. Meanwhile, I'll keep the practical, actionable ideas coming as well as the entertaining part...all for free. 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. As we say here in Texas, I appreciate you!

=== SNIPPETS FROM THE SUMMIT === Have you noticed a different vibe out there in the world lately? Of course you have...we ALL have. Now that the election cycle is over, people are talking and acting differently. Are they even THINKING differently? In this brief episode, I'll explain the psychology behind what's going on, and why it's affecting women in particular...all for the better. Most importantly, what should YOU be doing as a man in response to this current zeitgeist RIGHT NOW, and going into 2025? More at https://mountaintoppodcast.com === HELP US SEND THE MESSAGE TO GREAT MEN EVERYWHERE === The content in this show is NEVER generated by AI. I discovered it can't handle a joke a long time ago. Meanwhile, I'll keep the practical, actionable ideas coming as well as the entertaining part...all for free. 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. As we say here in Texas, I appreciate you!

Co-Host Derek Loudermilk (https://mountaintoppodcast.com/derek) My long-time friend and returning guest Derek Loudermilk may be the most curious guys I know. Every time I talk to him, he has been exploring and considering the kind of ideas that few men dare to. So what's the latest way Derek's creative approach to life positively affect YOUR fortunes with women? Well, a lot of times we think of being successful with women as 'getting lucky', even as most reputable dating experts would proudly proclaim that luck has nothing to do with it. But wait a minute...what if you can proactively--and intentionally--engineer what most people would chalk up as pure luck? Well, Derek believes he's uncovered realistic, practical ways to do exactly that. What's more, he describes how to make miracles happen...again with intention rather than waiting around for happenstance. For example, what if you could go from where you are right now to the state of being you desire without having to wait a period of time and/or acquire newer, more complicated skills? Could you make a 'quantum leap' to getting better with women...miraculously? Would that be attributable to pure luck? How does Derek get positive responses to unreasonable requests? And how does what you speak of affect your actual reality? For example, could it be that people who identify closely with their disease or disorder are actually perpetuating their illness? I mean, how are we programming ourselves to be unlucky? And what are the practical steps to turn that around so we're luckier than ever? Get in on the masterclasses, talk to me for free for 25 minutes and more at https://mountaintoppodcast.com === HELP US SEND THE MESSAGE TO GREAT MEN EVERYWHERE === The content in this show is NEVER generated by AI. I discovered it can't handle a joke a long time ago. Meanwhile, I'll keep the practical, actionable ideas coming as well as the entertaining part...all for free. 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. As we say here in Texas, I appreciate you!

=== SNIPPETS FROM THE SUMMIT === We as men are primally wired to seek purpose and meaning in life. But for better or worse, most of us are also hard-wired in another way that blocks us from finding it. It doesn't have to be that way, though. In this brief episode I'll reveal a whole new, out-of-the-box way of thinking about purpose that will not only supercharge your ability to find purpose, but will most likely greatly increase your fulfillment in whatever you accomplish and however you make the world a better place. Best of all, it's an easier and less stressful an approach to it all. More at https://mountaintoppodcast.com === HELP US SEND THE MESSAGE TO GREAT MEN EVERYWHERE === The content in this show is NEVER generated by AI. I discovered it can't handle a joke a long time ago. Meanwhile, I'll keep the practical, actionable ideas coming as well as the entertaining part...all for free. 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. As we say here in Texas, I appreciate you!

Co-Host Matt Cook (https://mountaintoppodcast.com/mattcook) I know...the title of this episode completely flips the expected script, doesn't it? Well, that's purely intentional. My returning guest Matt Cook has been up to some very interesting research on how our body chemistry as men can either make or break our attractiveness to women. He kicks off the show by revealing what he has been studying lately. For example, he has been amazed by how much men can increase their results with women as well as their positive feelings toward their significant other just by making a few simple tweaks that don't involve meds, supplements, dietary changes or anything like that. How can you keep your relationship with a woman from feeling stale or boring? And what's more, how does accomplishing that mission actually contribute to you becoming a wealthier man? How should your 'sexual schedule' be adjusted if you take certain maintenance meds? How do we physically 'reset' ourselves into the mode of giving women sexual pleasure rather than simply wanting to 'get off'? (No...it's not the obvious answer!) And here's a good one...how can we as men have full-body orgasms the way we've been told women do? And what is the weird problem that happens in our relationship when we ejaculate to porn too often? (Hint: It's not what you think.) And how can breakups with women actually be more equitable and drama-free...even though the sex was amazing? And finally, how can we get our significant other on board with the changes in our sex life Matt is suggesting? Get in on the Masterclasses For Men, download free goodies and so much more at https://mountaintoppodcast.com === HELP US SEND THE MESSAGE TO GREAT MEN EVERYWHERE === The content in this show is NEVER generated by AI. I discovered it can't handle a joke a long time ago. Meanwhile, I'll keep the practical, actionable ideas coming as well as the entertaining part...all for free. 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. As we say here in Texas, I appreciate you!

=== SNIPPETS FROM THE SUMMIT === Last week I described how most men go about 'getting physical' with women from an inherently flawed mindset. But far be it from me to point out problems without offering solutions. So as promised, in this brief six-minute episode I'll show you the nearly foolproof way to inspire women to be sexually interested in you. Sure, it involves some out-of-the-box thinking, but that only means YOU will have the clear advantage with women from now on over most other guys. More at https://mountaintoppodcast.com === HELP US SEND THE MESSAGE TO GREAT MEN EVERYWHERE === The content in this show is NEVER generated by AI. I discovered it can't handle a joke a long time ago. Meanwhile, I'll keep the practical, actionable ideas coming as well as the entertaining part...all for free. 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. As we say here in Texas, I appreciate you!

Co-Host Ed Nissen (https://mountaintoppoddast.com/nissen) Despite so many accusations of toxic masculinity out there, deep down every man of character out there wants to be a hero...especially in his relationship with the right woman. This is not to be confused with being a 'simp' or some kind of pushover. This also isn't another 'Hero's Journey' talk, either. We're talking about real, actual heroism here...as the woman in your life sees it. My guest is psychotherapist and author Ed Nissin, who has thought enough about this subject that he actually wrote a book called Song Of The Hero. For starters, listen for the warning signs as Ed describes what was going on--or not going on--in his own relationship with his wife, inspiring him to make changes. What should we do when being a leader, provider and protector is met with resistance by the woman in our life? Should we just back off? Well, the good news is if you're actually trying to be a hero, you're probably already on the right track...or at least not being seen as a villain (not by sane women, right?) The next step is to understand women's behavior patterns with regard to all of this, which Ed explains how to do. How does our evolution since caveman days actually make being a hero far more complex and difficult? And what's the real world difference between simply protecting and providing and being her hero? Truly an important discussion for any man who wants a successful relationship with a high-quality woman. Check out the latest Masterclass For Men and more at https://mountaintoppodcast.com === HELP US SEND THE MESSAGE TO GREAT MEN EVERYWHERE === The content in this show is NEVER generated by AI. I discovered it can't handle a joke a long time ago. Meanwhile, I'll keep the practical, actionable ideas coming as well as the entertaining part...all for free. 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. As we say here in Texas, I appreciate you!

=== SNIPPETS FROM THE SUMMIT === I get calls all the time from guys who are trying to get women to have sex with them, but it's just not happening. I can hear the frustration in their voices. Well, almost every time a very specific issue is affecting their success. In this short episode, I'll not only define what it is, I'll show you exactly why it doesn't work. How do I know? Because it definitely doesn't work when women try the same thing with us as men. And not to worry...in next week's SFTS, I'll show you what TO do instead. More at https://mountaintoppodcast.com === HELP US SEND THE MESSAGE TO GREAT MEN EVERYWHERE === The content in this show is NEVER generated by AI. I discovered it can't handle a joke a long time ago. Meanwhile, I'll keep the practical, actionable ideas coming as well as the entertaining part...all for free. 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. As we say here in Texas, I appreciate you!

Co-Host Raiford Palmer (https://mountaintoppodcast.com/raif) The term 'break-up' itself inherently implies damage, doesn't it? But just because you're splitting up with a woman--or even heading into a painful divorce--it doesn't mean bitterness and hate has to rule the day, or that you have to hand over all of your hard earned assets to the family law profession. My guest Raiford Palmer from STG Divorce Law in Chicago, and author of the bestseller I Just Want This Done is yet another good, solid divorce law veteran who works for his clients from a position of ethics and accountability. So, what are the warning signs that a relationship is beyond repair? And what's the very first thing any man should do when he feels a divorce is imminent? How exactly does our masculine instinct to provide and protect work against us when a relationship is failing? When the divorce actually happens, should you litigate or mediate? What are the very real, and sometimes 'hidden' complications of children being caught up in the divorce? What does Raif tell people when they call him up, tell him their story and ask him whether or not they should divorce their spouse? (His answer will surprise you.) What is the value of getting an actual divorce coach, as opposed to depending on your attorney for anything other than legal support? And what is the single most costly mistake (literally) that men tend to make when sitting across the table from their soon-to-be-ex-spouse? Overall, a great conversation that will serve as a good insurance policy against losing your shirt in family law court, even if you're not currently going through that ordeal. If after listening to this show you'd like to talk about divorce coaching in particular, check this link out: https://mountaintoppodcast.com/divorcecoaching === HELP US SEND THE MESSAGE TO GREAT MEN EVERYWHERE === The content in this show is NEVER generated by AI. I discovered it can't handle a joke a long time ago. Meanwhile, I'll keep the practical, actionable ideas coming as well as the entertaining part...all for free. 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. As we say here in Texas, I appreciate you!

=== SNIPPETS FROM THE SUMMIT === You can always count on me to bring you the latest warnings on how to spot fake profiles on dating sites, apps and social media. What's more, I stay on top of the latest trends to keep you from getting scammed. Very recently, the scammers have found two brand new ways to work their devious plots...and they're both nothing short of shocking. The first completely flips the script on one of the most common ways to spot online dating shenanigans. But the second one...man, this isn't only perhaps the most brazen stunt ever, it may signal the most cynical 'end game' of hookup culture itself. Seriously, it's so crazy you may think I'm joking...but I most certainly am not. More at https://mountaintoppodcast.com === HELP US SEND THE MESSAGE TO GREAT MEN EVERYWHERE === The content in this show is NEVER generated by AI. I discovered it can't handle a joke a long time ago. Meanwhile, I'll keep the practical, actionable ideas coming as well as the entertaining part...all for free. 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. As we say here in Texas, I appreciate you!

Co-Host Dana Shergill (https://mountaintoppodcast.com/dana) The word 'aggression' is a loaded one, isn't it? It sounds inherently violent, so when combined with the context of sexuality, we as men tend to avoid even thinking about it like the plague. But what if my returning guest, kinky wellness coach Dana Shergill told you that men tend to have a LOT harder a time with the concept than women do? Well, any man who has ever been curious enough to crack one of those romance novels for women probably has already figured out that women fantasize in genuinely aggressive ways most of us as men would never guess. That's why this episode is not only all-important, but also--perhaps unexpectedly--a whole lot of fun. Dana explains how 'aggression' and 'fun' absolutely do peacefully coexist in the naughty little minds of women. Next, she offers a fascinating perspective on women's relationship with pain...and how different it is from men. If this conversation is sounding dangerous already, that's just the warm-up. Dana continues, explaining how there are plenty of areas in life where aggression is not only okay, but celebrated...and we need to start thinking about sex in that light. After all, she says, women already do...and they can take it. So why exactly is the bedroom the preferred venue for 'playing rough'? And with that in mind...what are the guardrails? And what are some clear-cut examples of the kind of sexual aggression women LOVE in the context of a safe place to play in? And finally, the question you've all been waiting for...why is mixed wrestling porn so hot? All the free goodies and so much more are all at https://mountaintoppodcast.com === HELP US SEND THE MESSAGE TO GREAT MEN EVERYWHERE === The content in this show is NEVER generated by AI. I discovered it can't handle a joke a long time ago. Meanwhile, I'll keep the practical, actionable ideas coming as well as the entertaining part...all for free. 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. As we say here in Texas, I appreciate you!

=== SNIPPETS FROM THE SUMMIT === It's pure coincidence that I'm releasing this on election day here in the United States. Trust me, this is completely apolitical (perhaps to the disappointment of some of you). Yes, we're talking about women of course. And in this brief episode I'm blowing the lid off the myths the PUA movement perpetrated about hot babes at clubs, their little black dresses, their snobby attitudes and especially their 'rejection mechanism'. How can you grab a pair and approach, talk to and make plans with women more easily than you ever have in the past? Well...start with THIS ridiculously amazing secret, which actually is NO secret to single dads out there (right fellas?). More at https://mountaintoppodcast.com === HELP US SEND THE MESSAGE TO GREAT MEN EVERYWHERE === The content in this show is NEVER generated by AI. I discovered it can't handle a joke a long time ago. Meanwhile, I'll keep the practical, actionable ideas coming as well as the entertaining part...all for free. 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. As we say here in Texas, I appreciate you!

Co-Host Jim Wolfe (https://mountaintoppodcast.com/wolfe) The term 'propaganda' in and of itself is both sensational and polarizing. Most of us have a definition of it in our heads, but is it truly accurate? And is the political realm really the only place we are subject to it? My returning guest Jim Wolfe and I are both firmly of the opinion that not only dating but also male/female relationships in particular are being propagandized increasingly often in today's world. So first off, what really IS the proper definition of 'propaganda'? What brand of it is going on here in the 'free world'? And most pertinent of all to this particular conversation, how HAS dating and relating to women become propagandized in recent years? Listen in as Jim introduces three types of filters we can use to identify and sort out 'dating propaganda'. Is there relation-prop in our movies, and even our music? Why is misinformation so effective at keeping men and women apart, when our own primal instincts are still very much intact? After all, the areas where we as men in particular are being propagandized are pretty obvious, aren't they? So what, then, are we as men to do? Should we react to being propagandized in a certain way? Should we double-down rather than get defensive about how we as men are being vilified in the post-modern world? Or is there a better way to respond, that involves more real, actual male leadership? What is the ultimate, virtually foolproof 'propaganda buster'...especially as it pertains to women and dating? Download free goodies, get on my calendar to talk for 30 minutes FREE and more at https://mountaintoppodcast.com === HELP US SEND THE MESSAGE TO GREAT MEN EVERYWHERE === The content in this show is NEVER generated by AI. I discovered it can't handle a joke a long time ago. Meanwhile, I'll keep the practical, actionable ideas coming as well as the entertaining part...all for free. 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. As we say here in Texas, I appreciate you!

=== SNIPPETS FROM THE SUMMIT === As we all noticed, and I've talked about on this show, it's as if everyone let their social muscles atrophy during COVID. But now it's been way too long since the lockdowns ended for anyone who wants to be social to not be out there getting after it. But nevertheless, lots of us as men are still, well...alone. And despite what we may be telling ourselves, we're flat-out starving. And worse...it's almost as if we've intentionally decided to starve ourselves. Why is that going on? How did we get here? And most of all, what are we going to do about it? After all, whether we realize it or not, plenty of good, decent women are out there starving as well...and they're waiting for us to LEAD. More at https://mountaintoppodcast.com === HELP US SEND THE MESSAGE TO GREAT MEN EVERYWHERE === The content in this show is NEVER generated by AI. I discovered it can't handle a joke a long time ago. Meanwhile, I'll keep the practical, actionable ideas coming as well as the entertaining part...all for free. 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. As we say here in Texas, I appreciate you!

Co-Host Emily McKay (https://mountaintoppodcast.com/coaching) Okay, I'm going to admit right up front that Emily and I obviously believe relationships are worth getting into, since we've shared a great one together for almost 19 years. But we also completely get that YOU might not be like US. In this episode we acknowledge all the legit reasons why perfectly good, decent and sane people might just swear off getting into any kind of relationship at all with MOTOS, let alone long-term ones. For starters, we talk about how this isn't our grandparents' world anymore and how that affects people's perspectives on relationships. How can either a man OR a woman have a valid point in this context? Even though it may seem sad to think that people are out there completely giving up on finding the relationship they actually want, what if there are folks who really do NOT want that in their lives...and they're simply saying 'no' to societal pressure to conform? Does that societal pressure even exist anymore, by the way? Even if you ARE relationship minded, is it okay to think these thoughts? And well, what are the good reasons to get into a relationship? And why stay in one if it's going poorly? On a related note, is arguing and bickering a sign the relationship's in trouble...or could it be the exact opposite? Well, the easy answer (demanding more elaboration, which we offer) is 'it depends'. Stay tuned as we make the case for getting everything off your chest as perhaps the healthiest sign of all that the relationship is a healthy one. It's just a shame that too many couples never even realize that level of intimacy is open to them. Get in on the latest Masterclass For Men and more at https://mountaintoppodcast.com === HELP US SEND THE MESSAGE TO GREAT MEN EVERYWHERE === The content in this show is NEVER generated by AI. I discovered it can't handle a joke a long time ago. Meanwhile, I'll keep the practical, actionable ideas coming as well as the entertaining part...all for free. 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. As we say here in Texas, I appreciate you!

==== SNIPPETS FROM THE SUMMIT === Way too many of us as men put way too much pressure on ourselves to be absolutely perfect with women. The irrational fear is that if we mess up even ONCE, women will dump us for some other, apparently more 'perfect' guy. Well, here's the thing. No matter how good you are--even at a world-class level--you're never, ever going to get EVERYTHING right. And yes, women are generally more forgiving than you think...after all, they screw up too. Here's the secret of how men who are at the top of their game recover from even unforced errors, bounce right back and WIN. More at https://mountaintoppodcast.com === HELP US SEND THE MESSAGE TO GREAT MEN EVERYWHERE === The content in this show is NEVER generated by AI. I discovered it can't handle a joke a long time ago. Meanwhile, I'll keep the practical, actionable ideas coming as well as the entertaining part...all for free. 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. As we say here in Texas, I appreciate you!

Co-Host Lisa Concepcion (https://mountaintoppodcast.com/lovequest) My first-time guest today is my new friend Lisa Concepcion of Love Quest Coaching in Sarasota, FL. First of all, yes...she made it through Milton unscathed, which I was glad to hear. But just hours before the hurricane hit, she joined us for a head-on conversation about what's up with women socially nowadays, and WHERE ARE THEY? After all, you guys hammer me constantly for new and effective ways to find women AND meet them, and Lisa is the perfect one to have that all-important conversation with. Right up front, Lisa let's us know she's crystal-clear on how difficult it is for us as men out there, no thanks to what she calls a 'cocktail' of issues and concerns that complicate finding, meeting and being social with MOTOs. Lisa's first suggestion on where to find high-quality women is so obvious, yet so often overlooked, that it'll hit you like a ton of bricks. Next, Lisa shares with us what she tells women she coaches about how and where to find men. This is a massive insight because, after all, all of this works best when men and women end up at the same places at the same times, right? What does it mean to be 'heterophobic'? How did we get the crazy idea that bars and clubs are where to meet women? And what is the exact OPPOSITE place from bars or clubs to meet women...and absolutely amazing? Where do women who see themselves as 'wife-material' go? Can a woman who dresses like a slut on weekends really be a 'good girl' under there? And hey, wait a minute...if decent men and women are designed to be together and it isn't so complicated, why then is it so difficult for us to find each other? Catch up with the Masterclasses, schedule a Zoom call with me FREE and more at https://mountaintoppodcast.com === HELP US SEND THE MESSAGE TO GREAT MEN EVERYWHERE === The content in this show is NEVER generated by AI. I discovered it can't handle a joke a long time ago. Meanwhile, I'll keep the practical, actionable ideas coming as well as the entertaining part...all for free. 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. As we say here in Texas, I appreciate you!

=== SNIPPETS FROM THE SUMMIT === I've talked to many of you who feel as if you have plenty going for you, and by all rights should be meeting and attracting women like crazy. Yet somehow, you're not. In some cases, I've heard stories about how you've read all the books, watched all the videos and maybe even have hired multiple coaches...but the same old, shop-worn dating advice just isn't getting you anywhere. Well, the solution to this frustrating, enigmatic problem might really be a lot more simple than it seems. Simple...but not necessarily easy. It all starts with the basic mindset shift I reveal in this brief podcast, and once that happens your thoughts, words and even your behavior follow...automatically (and almost immediately) making you more irresistibly attractive to woman than ever before. More at https://mountaintoppodcast.com === HELP US SEND THE MESSAGE TO GREAT MEN EVERYWHERE === The content in this show is NEVER generated by AI. I discovered it can't handle a joke a long time ago. Meanwhile, I'll keep the practical, actionable ideas coming as well as the entertaining part...all for free. 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. As we say here in Texas, I appreciate you!

Co-Host Scott Grace (https://mountaintoppodcast.com/grace) Using humor in your life is powerful, and it all starts with having a sense of humor...which is different than being funny, right? My guest Scott Grace is not only an author of a book on masculinity, he's been a professional humorist for years. So to get started, why is having a sense of humor and appreciating comedy so much more beneficial to us than we even realize? And what do dolphins have to teach us about life? And why do so many men take themselves so seriously...when we already realize it's no fun to do that? Do we have to be some sort of comedian to pull this humor thing off correctly? What else can you do in the name of humor to make women feel safer and more comfortable with you? Does it make sense for us as masculine men to indeed give levity a chance? Should we give peace (or piece?) a chance while we're at it? Last, and certainly not least, Scott 'graces' us with an impromptu unplugged concert selection, which definitely does not disappoint. Get in on the latest Masterclass For Men, schedule your time with me on the phone for 25 minutes, download the FREE book Sticking Points Solved and more when you visit https://mountaintoppodcast.com === HELP US SEND THE MESSAGE TO GREAT MEN EVERYWHERE === The content in this show is NEVER generated by AI. I discovered it can't handle a joke a long time ago. Meanwhile, I'll keep the practical, actionable ideas coming as well as the entertaining part...all for free. 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. As we say here in Texas, I appreciate you!

=== SNIPPETS FROM THE SUMMIT === You meet a woman and are wildly attracted to her. But she's has a boyfriend. Meanwhile, you're thinking she would be much better off with you than with him. Is it ever okay to try to get them to break up? What signs should you look for from her that things aren't necessarily going so well between the two of them. If and when you DO see those signs, what should you say? What should you do? How can you do the RIGHT thing instead of relying on some weird or even unethical 'boyfriend destroyer game' tactics? More at https://mountaintoppodcast.com === HELP US SEND THE MESSAGE TO GREAT MEN EVERYWHERE === The content in this show is NEVER generated by AI. I discovered it can't handle a joke a long time ago. Meanwhile, I'll keep the practical, actionable ideas coming as well as the entertaining part...all for free. 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. As we say here in Texas, I appreciate you!

Co-Host Cary Valentine (https://mountaintoppodcast.com/cary) The term 'inner game' has been around for decades, dating at least as far back as Timothy Gallwey's seminal book The Inner Game Of Tennis. But since then, the concept has been applied to much more general areas of life than just tennis. My guest Cary Valentine is a deep thinker on this subject, to the point he's named his organization Champion Your Inner Game. According to Cary, a lot of people take a curious interest in the general idea of improving their inner game, but have a hard time actually defining what it means. Well, to start off, he offers a solid definition, along with the real-world goals that can be reached by focusing on it. Cary would say that the neuroscience of the subconscious is a language. What does he mean by that, and why is it so important to understand? And further, why is getting our inner game under control so hard to do...particularly here in Western 'developed' cultures? What is the simple (but apparently difficult) first step most men need to take in order to get their inner game in order? What inner game steps actually make our outer game better? What was Kobe Bryant's secret to bulletproof inner game? How did Cary set his dreams in motion and make his ambitions happen in a completely different, out-of-the-box way than most? In particular, how did his focus on inner game result in finding a great woman? How can you do the same...practically and realistically? Why does having a scatterbrained inner game prevent us from getting better as a man in just about every way? How did being a student drummer at Berklee College of Music (not unlike Miles Teller's character in Whiplash) practically force Cary to focus on his inner game? And finally...how did Cary later 'bring LA to Hawaii', starting with getting his head together? Get in on the Masterclasses For Men, download the free goodies and much more at https://mountaintoppodcast.com === HELP US SEND THE MESSAGE TO GREAT MEN EVERYWHERE === The content in this show is NEVER generated by AI. I discovered it can't handle a joke a long time ago. Meanwhile, I'll keep the practical, actionable ideas coming as well as the entertaining part...all for free. 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. As we say here in Texas, I appreciate you!

=== SNIPPETS FROM THE SUMMIT === We've all heard the term 'women's intuition', or 'female intuition' dozens of times. But what does it mean? Well, after listening to this brief episode you'll emerge with a clear understanding of how women's brains tend to function differently from ours as men. But what's more, you'll also discover how to turn that knowledge into more women liking you, wanting more of you, feeling safe with you and...best of all...being sexually attracted to you. More at https://mountaintoppodcast.com === HELP US SEND THE MESSAGE TO GREAT MEN EVERYWHERE === The content in this show is NEVER generated by AI. I discovered it can't handle a joke a long time ago. Meanwhile, I'll keep the practical, actionable ideas coming as well as the entertaining part...all for free. 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. As we say here in Texas, I appreciate you!

Co-Host Dr. Laura Sicola (https://mountaintoppodcast.com/name) My guest Dr. Laura Sicola is a TEDx laureate with over 7 million views. As a cognitive linguist and a leadership communication and influence coach, I had big plans to do a show with her on all of the stuff she's a genius at. For starters, she's from Philadelphia, where everyone talks fast...so she KNOWS the importance of, say...slowing down and enunciating, for sure. BUT...as you'll notice when you listen to the episode, all of that got flipped on its ear when we kicked off by talking about how our NAMES relate to dating and attraction. It was such a powerful and unique topic we stayed on it for 50 minutes! After all, even Dale Carnegie himself acknowledged how everyone's favorite words are their own name, and their favorite sound someone saying it. So, how should you actually SAY your name when introducing yourself to people...especially women? And how can you know a woman is attracted simply by how she says your name? What should you do if you meet a woman and instantly forget her name (which we all have)? What is the absolute best way to introduce yourself to a woman so that she'll remember you (and your name)? Next, listen in as Dr. Laura gives you the perfect strategy if you're name is frequently misspelled or mispronounced. Then, what if you're dating a great woman...except you can't stand her name? On that front, what if you can't stand your OWN name...then what? It's a funny, entertaining show with some legitimately original actionable content...enjoy. And when you're done, be sure to visit the website to download all the free goodies (and check out Dr. Laura's TEDx talk) https://mountaintoppodcast.com === HELP US SEND THE MESSAGE TO GREAT MEN EVERYWHERE === The content in this show is NEVER generated by AI. I discovered it can't handle a joke a long time ago. Meanwhile, I'll keep the practical, actionable ideas coming as well as the entertaining part...all for free. 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. As we say here in Texas, I appreciate you!

=== SNIPPETS FROM THE SUMMIT === We almost congratulate 'average' or 'normal' guys who land an exceptionally hot or sexy chick, don't we? And we use terms like 'out of their league' or 'punching above their weight' to describe the situation. How do those guys DO that? Well, what if I told you what's keeping YOU from doing the same is likely all in your head? In this brief episode I give you a full description of the mental trick most of us as men play on ourselves, why we're 'barking up the wrong tree' to begin with, and how to turn the tables on this whole toxic mindset. Wait until you get a load of the dirty little mind trick we play on ourselves. You'll wish you had heard this message YEARS ago. More at https://mountaintoppodcast.com === HELP US SEND THE MESSAGE TO GREAT MEN EVERYWHERE === The content in this show is NEVER generated by AI. I discovered it can't handle a joke a long time ago. Meanwhile, I'll keep the practical, actionable ideas coming as well as the entertaining part...all for free. 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. As we say here in Texas, I appreciate you!

Co-Host James I. Bond (https://mountaintoppodcast.com/brainglue) My new friend James I. Bond might not be a fictional British spy, but he's even better. He's a leading behavior management specialize who has written a powerful book called Brain Glue on, well...how to make your ideas 'sticky' to people. It's all about being memorable immediately and influential over the longer-term. And of course, James absolutely LOVES the topic of how to affect women as such...all with the added bonus of attracting them. What you're going to love right away about how James talks is it's always as pragmatic and actionable as can be. In fact, one of the main premises of being 'sticky' to people is doing away with the masks and speaking your truth...simply and clearly. Another is effective use of humor, as you've probably already imagined. Similarly, quite often being 'nice' is far from the best way to be memorable. Next, how does the term 'redentigration' apply to what James teaches? And how did the 'grandfather of pickup artists' use the concept to write his most famous book? What's the biggest mistake SO many men make that makes women want to FORGET them rather than remember them? How do James' ideas about influencing people to listen to US intersect with Dale Carnegie's famous ideas on the importance of listening to OTHERS instead? And last but certainly not least, what is the absolute BEST way to be irresistibly memorable to EXACTLY the kind of woman you really want? Get on Zoom with me for about a half-hour FREE when you access my calendar at https://mountaintoppodcast.com === HELP US SEND THE MESSAGE TO GREAT MEN EVERYWHERE === The content in this show is NEVER generated by AI. I discovered it can't handle a joke a long time ago. Meanwhile, I'll keep the practical, actionable ideas coming as well as the entertaining part...all for free. 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. As we say here in Texas, I appreciate you!

=== SNIPPETS FROM THE SUMMIT === How to handle dating an exceptionally beautiful or sexy woman definitely falls under the category of 'high quality problems'. Nevertheless, if you find yourself in that glorious situation, you can't get caught off-guard when the inevitable challenges come your way. In this seven-minute episode I reveal the most likely of such challenges, alone with how to recognize them AND handle them, of course. Hey, having a particularly desirable woman by your side is fantastic in many ways, but it IS going to involve higher maintenance. After this Snippet From The Summit, you'll be ready...and the benefits will always outweigh the annoyances from there. More at https://mountaintoppodcast.com === HELP US SEND THE MESSAGE TO GREAT MEN EVERYWHERE === The content in this show is NEVER generated by AI. I discovered it can't handle a joke a long time ago. Meanwhile, I'll keep the practical, actionable ideas coming as well as the entertaining part...all for free. 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. As we say here in Texas, I appreciate you!

Co-Hosts Anne Dranitsaris and Heather Hilliard (https://mountaintoppodcast.com/caliber) Today we're covering a topic that virtually EVERY man experiences. And weirdly, if EVERY man experiences it, NONE of us have any business experiencing it. I have to be referring to ye olde imposter syndrome, of course. My returning guests Anne and Heather from Canada have literally written the book on the subject and break it down in detail like you've never heard before. So why does every one of us typically think there's something wrong with ourselves that disqualifies us from success? I mean, if not us, then who? This insidious phenomenon rears it ugly head not only when we're approaching and relating to women, but in our careers and social lives as well. So what's up with the rumor that even 'average' women won't settle for anyone less than the perfect man? And how are we supposed to feel when we apply to like three dozen jobs on Indeed or ZipRecruiter that are absolutely perfect for us...but only get crickets in return? I mean, it's easy to believe there really IS something wrong with us under those circumstances, isn't it? What if you actually DO try but indeed fail spectacularly? And also, what if so-called 'rejection' isnt' really about you? Well, according to Anne and Heather, we as humans tend to pathologize situations that are absolutely normal, which has a way of making even relatively small make or break situations feel massive. So where's the balance between humility and utter lack of effective self-concept? And how can we stop giving our power away and reclaim it as we should? Find out more, as always, at https://mountaintoppodcast.com\ === HELP US SEND THE MESSAGE TO GREAT MEN EVERYWHERE === The content in this show is NEVER generated by AI. I discovered it can't handle a joke a long time ago. Meanwhile, I'll keep the practical, actionable ideas coming as well as the entertaining part...all for free. 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. As we say here in Texas, I appreciate you!

=== SNIPPETS FROM THE SUMMIT === The word 'threat' implies evil or dangerous intent, according to the dictionary. So what's up with the term 'sexual threat', as it used to be applied in the context of men's dating and seduction advice? Well, even though it stopped being used so much vis-a-vis the #MeToo movement, etc., there is really no better way to describe the phenomenon it refers to. That means more men than ever are caught completely off guard or even, well...threatened when it happens nowadays. This episode will give you crystal clarity about this exhilarating part of the masculine/feminine dance, allowing you to face it and master it from this day forward...whatever you refer to it as. More at https://mountaintoppodcast.com === HELP US SEND THE MESSAGE TO GREAT MEN EVERYWHERE === The content in this show is NEVER generated by AI. I discovered it can't handle a joke a long time ago. Meanwhile, I'll keep the practical, actionable ideas coming as well as the entertaining part...all for free. 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. As we say here in Texas, I appreciate you!

Co-Host Kelly Kirk (https://mountaintoppodcast.com/kellykirk) Life was rolling along nicely for my guest Kelly Kirk, until it wasn't. A series of family tragedies happened rapid fire, followed by the loss of his dream business. He found himself living in a Smart Car at a highway reststop, which makes even living in a van down by the river sound luxurious by comparison. What's more, even when Kelly met the woman of his dreams she ended up passing away tragically...and suddenly. So how can one even have the audacity to bounce back after hitting rock bottom like that? Well, Kelly happens to have been a bodybuilder for all of his adult life, so he naturally realized he needed to start applying the same discipline to his mental, emotional and spiritual states as he had been to his physical fitness. In this episode, he reveals that no matter how strong we think we are, tough times can strike. How do we get out of that funk and move upward and onward? Well, Kelly's first surprising answer is exactly WHERE you should go first when you've hit rock bottom...even though most people nowadays try to find a solution in the exact opposite direction! And what do we as men in particular typically do once we start experiencing tough times that only speeds up the downward spiral? And finally, as part of his overall method of bouncing back, how did Kelly do the keto diet right, with key tweaks to the popular version? Let's schedule a time to talk about what's going on in your life and get you in front of more women. Schedule that call and more at https://mountaintoppodcast.com === HELP US SEND THE MESSAGE TO GREAT MEN EVERYWHERE === The content in this show is NEVER generated by AI. I discovered it can't handle a joke a long time ago. Meanwhile, I'll keep the practical, actionable ideas coming as well as the entertaining part...all for free. 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. As we say here in Texas, I appreciate you!

=== SNIPPETS FROM THE SUMMIT === Classic western movies drop major hints as to why older men get younger women, which is one of many great reasons to watch them. After all, the lessons seamlessly translate to real, modern life. You see, when we're younger, we may THINK we're making all the right moves to attract women, but they're only rolling their eyes at us. And here's the thing...the older men are on to younger men's antics as well. Hey, it's not like anyone's being judgmental, at least per se. In fact, many of us 'grizzled veterans' look back at our younger selves and cringe. If only our younger selves could know what we know now, and act with more masculine maturity without waiting all those years for it to happen. Well, guess what...YOU still have a chance to skip to the head of the line. More at https://mountaintoppodcast.com === HELP US SEND THE MESSAGE TO GREAT MEN EVERYWHERE === The content in this show is NEVER generated by AI. I discovered it can't handle a joke a long time ago. Meanwhile, I'll keep the practical, actionable ideas coming as well as the entertaining part...all for free. 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. As we say here in Texas, I appreciate you!

With the holiday weekend upon us, here's a very special episode I've had planned for quite some time now. Having produced podcasts in the guest interview format since 2006, some of our guests have passed on over the years. This time, we remember David Wygant, Alan Roger Currie, Sean Stephenson, Doc Love and Dr. Mark Goulston; all of whom I've been proud to know. Included is a classic clip from interviews with each respective man, along with some of the fond memories about them I'm able to share. It's all in the name of doing at least my small part to keep their name and their influence alive going forward into the future. Topics are wide-ranging, and include masculine dominance, authenticity, never settling, women's interest levels and how to deal with unreasonable women. The result is a rock-solid listen that's as entertaining as it is informative, and loaded with light moments in celebration of five impactful lives. FYI, each of the full interviews are still available in the full feed of either The Mountain Top / The Chick Whisperer or X & Y On The Fly. And of course, be sure to get show notes, free downloads and more at https://mountaintoppodcast.com === HELP US SEND THE MESSAGE TO GREAT MEN EVERYWHERE === The content in this show is NEVER generated by AI. I discovered it can't handle a joke a long time ago. Meanwhile, I'll keep the practical, actionable ideas coming as well as the entertaining part...all for free. 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. As we say here in Texas, I appreciate you!

=== SNIPPETS FROM THE SUMMIT === For thousands of years nobody ever asked for masculinity to be 're-imagined'. So why now? And what's the purpose in doing so? In this brief episode I throw down why the idea is talked about so much, what the agenda behind it is, and most of all...what YOU should do about it as a man. Far too many of us as men are allowing ourselves to be confused, even when everything about true masculinity and femininity is as crystal clear as it always has been. Don't let the destructive notion of 're-imagining masculinity' gain any traction in your life anymore. More at https://mountaintoppodcast.com === HELP US SEND THE MESSAGE TO GREAT MEN EVERYWHERE === The content in this show is NEVER generated by AI. I discovered it can't handle a joke a long time ago. Meanwhile, I'll keep the practical, actionable ideas coming as well as the entertaining part...all for free. 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. As we say here in Texas, I appreciate you!

Co-Host Gavin Stone (https://mountaintoppodcast.com/gavin) My returning guest Gavin Stone from the UK follows up his previous episode about spy secrets to success with women with a casual, fun discussion about what it was like to go out in-field with guys meeting women back in the day. By BITD, we mean the mid-90s or so...before the Seduction Community really happened. What did Gavin happen across during his days getting better with women that brought him massive success...all without the benefit of e-books, online forums and YouTube videos? In particular, what were some of the specific strategies Gavin used which are the 'timeless', and therefore indeed transferable to today's world? How does understanding and reading body language empower any man's approach to women? Interestingly enough, Gavin also helped women get better with men. What were the differences between why women came to him compared to men? And what are his thoughts on meeting women at bars and clubs? Where are the absolute best places to meet women...and always have been? By the way, what's the simple truth about how and why Gavin got good enough with women to have so many people wanting him to teach them how to do it? Next, get Gavin's original take on why 'rejection' happens...and why it often really has nothing to do with you. And how about flirting? Where is that 'magic balance' between coming on too strong and leaving the woman clueless as to whether you're even interested or not? Get in on the latest Masterclass For Men and more at https://mountaintoppodcast.com === HELP US SEND THE MESSAGE TO GREAT MEN EVERYWHERE === The content in this show is NEVER generated by AI. I discovered it can't handle a joke a long time ago. Meanwhile, I'll keep the practical, actionable ideas coming as well as the entertaining part...all for free. 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. As we say here in Texas, I appreciate you!

=== SNIPPETS FROM THE SUMMIT === We as men are practically allergic to appearing less than fully informed or competent, aren't we? As such, we tend to stick to what we know and avoid situations where we can get 'alpha'ed' by someone who knows more than we do. But that mindset--and the behavior patterns that stem from it--can lead to a false sense of security. Worse, it can actually keep us from meeting and attracting the kind of women we really want in our lives. In this Snippet From The Summit, I'll show you exactly how to succeed with a woman you've just met, perhaps even right after the guy before you just struck out. More at https://mountaintoppodcast.com === HELP US SEND THE MESSAGE TO GREAT MEN EVERYWHERE === The content in this show is NEVER generated by AI. I discovered it can't handle a joke a long time ago. Meanwhile, I'll keep the practical, actionable ideas coming as well as the entertaining part...all for free. 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. As we say here in Texas, I appreciate you!

Co-Host Emily McKay (https://mountaintoppodcast.com) In this episode Emily joins me to address the sticky topic of dealbreakers in a relationship. Is having too many dealbreakers--or focusing on them--a dealbreaker in and of itself? You know, the 'don't bother' chick, for example? Is being 'high maintenance' a dealbreaker? And if so, what does that even mean? On the other hand, should not having any dealbreakers be a dealbreaker? Next, we list a full litany of good, solid dealbreakers that just about everyone can agree on. Does a couple have to be truly compatible, even if they're only down for a short-term fling? What if you and your partner differ on what terms like 'fidelity' and 'cheating' actually mean...specfically? How about if a behavioral 'dealbreaker' happens without it ever having been discussed as such previously? Should third-parties have any say in what your dealbreakers are as a couple? And hey, what are some specific example of unreasonable dealbreakers? Can there even be such a thing given the reality of personal preference relative to attraction? What's the case for and against building a list of checkboxes prospective mates must tick? But on the other hand, if we don't bother to even think of what we're looking for, how are we supposed to get it? What's the balance? And with that in mind, why do so many people pretty much run away from ever having to evaluate the potential of the relationship they're entering? And what if one of your dealbreakers automatically eliminates a massive percentage of your potential dating pool? As you can see, there's plenty to talk about surrounding this topic...and we pretty much cover it all. Download the free book Sticking Points Solved and more when you visit https://mountaintoppodcast.com === HELP US SEND THE MESSAGE TO GREAT MEN EVERYWHERE === The content in this show is NEVER generated by AI. I discovered it can't handle a joke a long time ago. Meanwhile, I'll keep the practical, actionable ideas coming as well as the entertaining part...all for free. 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. As we say here in Texas, I appreciate you!

=== SNIPPETS FROM THE SUMMIT === You've heard me talk about the art of 'taking yourself less seriously' quite a bit over the years. Doing so is absolutely mission-critical to gaining respect and admiration from your fellow men, all the while putting women at ease and making sexual attraction FAR more likely. But lots of guys have reported that the term seems kind of esoteric to them. Well, once and for all, in today's episode I'll define it and give specific, practical examples of both taking oneself TOO seriously and taking oneself LESS seriously. More at https://mountaintoppodcast.com === HELP US SEND THE MESSAGE TO GREAT MEN EVERYWHERE === The content in this show is NEVER generated by AI. I discovered it can't handle a joke a long time ago. Meanwhile, I'll keep the practical, actionable ideas coming as well as the entertaining part...all for free. 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. As we say here in Texas, I appreciate you!

Co-Host Dominic Brightmon (https://mountaintoppodcast.com/dom) Let's face it, every time you watch a biopic about a massively successful businessman--like, say, Steve Jobs, Ray Kroc from McDonalds or that guy from Blackberry--they're almost always a real jerk. Most of us as men would love to be massively successful, but do we really have to be a d*ck about it? My returning guest is author and podcaster Dominic Brightmon, and let's just say this conversation is 'game on'. For starters, businessmen aren't the only successful men out there. Does the power of being a jerk--or not--depend on what you actually do for a living, and or what you're trying to accomplish? And by the way, being a ruthless nasty guy isn't the only way to be a d*ck on the road to success, is it? And on the other hand, there's GOT to be a secret to being an effective self-promoter while still being likable and even charismatic, right? How can some (and I mean VERY few) truly arrogant men still pull that off, for example...say, Muhammad Ali? How does the infamous and currently popular topic of self-awareness play into all this? What's the difference between true influence and common bullying? Can you really take yourself less seriously and still be a man of extreme influence? How is that possible? And by the way, am I really the only one whose high-school girlfriends stuck their tongue their ear when making out? Check out the Masterclasses, the free downloads and get on my calendar to talk for FREE at https://mountaintoppodcast.com === HELP US SEND THE MESSAGE TO GREAT MEN EVERYWHERE === The content in this show is NEVER generated by AI. I discovered it can't handle a joke a long time ago. Meanwhile, I'll keep the practical, actionable ideas coming as well as the entertaining part...all for free. 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. As we say here in Texas, I appreciate you!

=== SNIPPETS FROM THE SUMMIT === You've been hammered with commentary and complaints about 'toxic masculinity' to the point where you're sick of it. After all, if you're NOT that guy, then all the negativity towards us as men can weigh on you. But have you ever stopped to think about how there must be 'toxic femininity' as well? There most certainly is. But since we never hear about it, it can be difficult to visualize just what it would look like. Well, here's a quintessentially perfect example of it...and one that is WAY too common in relationships between men and women nowadays. More at https://mountaintoppodcast.com === HELP US SEND THE MESSAGE TO GREAT MEN EVERYWHERE === The content in this show is NEVER generated by AI. I discovered it can't handle a joke a long time ago. Meanwhile, I'll keep the practical, actionable ideas coming as well as the entertaining part...all for free. 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. As we say here in Texas, I appreciate you!

Co-Host Monica Irauzqui (https://mountaintoppodcast.com/yampu) My guest Monica Irauzqui is a lifelong world traveler and comes to us from Yampu Tours in California. She has fantastic ideas not only for dudes who feel the need for more adventure in their lives, but also for couples who want to go way beyond the boring, conventional getaway to the beach or the mountains. For starters, she claims the absolute best trip for an adventure-minded couple would be to go on an African safari. She even claims it's a great idea for a honeymoon...just watch out for the black mambas and the night-stalking cape buffalo out there on the Serengeti. Before you even get around to that, however, Monica is also all about helping you plan the most memorable proposal to your future wife ever...and has done it lots of times. Like me, she also firmly believes that a good, solid road trip is a fantastic indicator of whether or not a dating couple is truly compatible with each other or not. Meanwhile, however, can bickering between couples--even while traveling--actually be a GOOD thing? But then again, the occasional adventure trip with the boys can also be a very good thing as well, right? Monica knows exactly how to plan that so it goes off without any issues.But can we at least all agree that destination weddings are obnoxious? Maybe not... So, moving on, what tips in general does Monica have for men who are traveling with women? And what's the best way for groups of dudes to plan an epic trip together? Get in on the latest Masterclass For Men, download your free copy of Sticking Points Solved and more at https://mountaintoppodcast.com === HELP US SEND THE MESSAGE TO GREAT MEN EVERYWHERE === The content in this show is NEVER generated by AI. I discovered it can't handle a joke a long time ago. Meanwhile, I'll keep the practical, actionable ideas coming as well as the entertaining part...all for free. 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. As we say here in Texas, I appreciate you!

=== SNIPPETS FROM THE SUMMIT === As a man, there's a time to be assertive, stand up for what you believe it, and possibly even fight about it. But nowhere does a man's lack of character in that regard tend to rear its ugly head than on social media. 'Silent tantrums' and 'safe rebellion' are two key examples of how men tend to betray their lack of manliness in this way. What do those concepts mean? They're both oxymorons and therefore sound alike, so how are they related...yet different? Once you know how these two dynamics work, you're sure to NEVER fall into their trap...even when the opening ceremony at The Olympics draws everyone else in. More at https://mountaintoppodcast.com === HELP US SEND THE MESSAGE TO GREAT MEN EVERYWHERE === The content in this show is NEVER generated by AI. I discovered it can't handle a joke a long time ago. Meanwhile, I'll keep the practical, actionable ideas coming as well as the entertaining part...all for free. 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. As we say here in Texas, I appreciate you!