Better Men Get Better Women - The Mountain Top

Co-Host Brian Ahearn (https://mountaintoppodcast.com/story) My returning guest, Brian Ahearn, has recently published His Story, My Story, Our Story; which is a memoir about his life growing up with his Marine Corps father. But this isn't yet another biography from someone who was told he 'should write a book' because his life is so interesting. Rather, like Matthew McConoghey's Greenlights, it's more FOR you than ABOUT him. In discussing the book, Brian and I turn our discussion on fathers and sons toward what makes a man truly the head of the household rather than just another co-resident of it. Why do we have so many 'absentee parents' nowadays? What is the best way to instill trust in your wife and promote good behavior with your kids? What is a man to so when his young sons hit their 'knucklehead stage' around 9-12 years old? And what about when your teenage daughters hit their teen years? How do we as men lead so as to set the right vibe for our entire household...and indeed our entire life? What shocking ways can our wife and kids' lives outside the home be affected by that tone we set? What if the general 'conventional wisdom' on how to raise kids doesn't quite work for you as a dad? What do you do then? And finally, of course, knowing none of us are perfect dads and husbands, what do we do to make things right when the inevitable mistakes happen? Overall, a unique and valuable episode on a topic that's not discussed nearly often enough. Get show notes, free downloads and more at the newly updated 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 many sex partners has a woman had? This is a HUGE question for many men, especially as they consider a woman for a long-term relationship. But what thoughts and emotions on our part drive that concern? And what is a reasonable number? Do the circumstances make any difference? And what about YOUR sexual experience...what is a woman to make of that? Most of all, what are the steps to making peace with the truth here? 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) Lots of dating and relationship advice talks about how to know when you've finally met the right woman to build a long-term relationship with. And yes, by now we know the basics about attraction, 'chemistry', sexual compatibility, shared values, shared life goals, avoiding 'red flags' and every other success factor we've heard a thousand times. Nevertheless, the divorce rate remains through the roof...even as more and more people in the Western world are giving up on relationships in general. But as you know, around here we believe statistics are most often weaponized by victimhood. Couples who last couldn't care less why others fail because they're built differently. You see, most long-term relationships--especially marriages--should never happen to begin with. The ones that last tend to go above and beyond the mere basics of attraction and compatibility. Couples who are built to last have discovered certain "hidden", or at least underestimated truths about what makes them right for each other. We're talking about a man and a woman here who don't feel like they have to 'work' to stay together; rather they GET to share life together taking on life's inevitable challenges as a team. In this episode Emily and I lift the veil on these very specific keys to knowing you've found 'The One' that almost nobody ever talks about. Some may sound optimistic, others downright cynical. And there are few you might not even believe ever really appear in real life. But after eighteen years of genuinely adoring each other, the one thing that's undeniable is at the very least you're hearing first-hand from a couple who still adore after all this time for far more reasons other than the mere basics. Have you been listening to the show for ages, and have always been meaning to get on out calendar and talk to us? Finally make it happen--for free, of course--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 === If you have 'haters', it probably only means you're standing up for a real cause and doing something right out there. Under most circumstances, you've probably been called worse names by better people than who's insulting you! But there's ONE word that has a way of cutting even strong, masculine men to their core...especially when uttered by a woman. Here's how to step up, make sure the insult is a lie and even empower yourself in the process. 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 Zan Perrion (https://mountaintoppodcast.com/zan) For this milestone 400th episode of The Mountain Top Podcast, I'm joined by my long-time friend, returning guest and Alabaster Girl author Zan Perrion from Ars Amorata. The inspiration for the topic of this show was a post in Zan's own Facebook group about so-called 'alpha widows'. An 'alpha widow' is a woman who becomes completely addicted to a certain man, and when that guy is out of her life she is unable to find another who measures up in her estimation. It's a fascinating enough concept that it has been on my radar screen for well over a year now. About a dozen other dating experts wouldn't touch it, so it came down to Zan himself to help break it down. So kick things off, what in the world is it that a man does to 'alpha widow' a woman? What, if anything can we do if we encounter one and would love to make her forget Whatshisname? And wait...why can't WE become the one who is creating such 'alpha widows' ourselves from now on instead of dealing with the ones other dudes have created? Is that even something we'd WANT to do? Is it even ethical? And how do we even know when we've created one? Should we start 'charm throttling' on first dates if this becomes a pattern? What if a woman has become sexually 'addicted' to another man? And finally what if a woman 'alpha widowers' US? If it happens, how did she do that? And once she disappears, does she have to remain 'the one who got away' forever, or can we get over her? Thank you to ALL of you gentlemen for supporting this show for 400 episodes over the course of the last 17 years. I appreciate each and every one of you greatly. 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 know that being providers of safety and security for a woman is a crucial component of the masculine/feminine dance. It actually creates sexual attraction at the primal level. But what if you're not the kind of guy who can thump potential assailants? And do we have to take bullets for her like a Secret Service agent, or something? Hint...it's mostly about you, not some thug out there. 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 Thomas Edwards (https://mountaintoppodcast.com/wingman) A few episodes ago, my guest talked about a certain dating coach local to him in Boston who he had hired. I enjoyed the stories he told so much, that I asked him to make the introduction. And guess what? This week my guest is none other than that dating coach himself, Thomas Edwards. Not surprisingly, he and I think a lot alike on matters of dating, attraction and seduction. In fact, both of us are happily married and yet still take men out in-field to get better at meeting women. That's first on the docket for discussion. Then we turn our attention toward whether or not it is warranted to be optimistic about men and women in relationship together, despite all the negativity out there. So, what does Thomas mean when he talks about 'gamifying your masculininty'. Well, the first hint is it is NOT about tricks, tactics or anything else that comes to mind when you think of the old-skool pickup artist movement. We're talking about re-imagining the entire concept here. Why is it that we as men love gaming electronically, but we hesitate to be playful in real life? How can we keep score of this new 'game' we play in the quest to be more masculine and attractive? And how do we actually win? Finally, what does what Thomas calls 'authentic polarity' have to do with all this? Free downloads and more...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 === You're sitting in front of a woman for the first time who you met online. She's interesting and interested. But, realistically speaking...would you have picked her out of a crowd and chosen her as the kind of woman you're attracted to you? Or is your brain playing tricks on you again? Here's how to tell for sure from now on. 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 Josh Hatcher (https://mountaintoppodcast.com.hatcher) Most of us are sick and tired of hearing about how 'toxic' or otherwise flawed we are simply for being men, let alone masculine. Josh Hatcher from Manlihood.com is on a mission not to help men 'do better', like the narrative would dictate, but go from good to great as men of virtue. The first step is to recognize that even though toxicity does exist within certain men, virtuous masculinity is a completely different set of traits. We as men are powerful forces for good in the family, society and indeed for shaping our future as a human race. If weak men create hard times, are we headed toward hard times or are we already there? And how can we make a difference individually fighting like hell in that context? So then, how does Josh define 'darkness' to begin with? Are there really two different ways to talk about it? And what's the first big mistake many men make when they decide to stand their ground and fight for freedom and masculinity? What are some ways we as men can figure out what brand of 'darkness' we really need to confront within ourselves, do so, and make the necessary changes to be wiser and more evolved masculine men? How does our past inevitably shape who we are as men...including the darkness that resides within us? How does the steady droning of media and the narratives associated with it distract us, affect our abilities to cut through the crap and remain grounded as virtuous, masculine men? Why are so many otherwise brave men either unable or unwilling to indeed deal with their crap before it deals with them instead? More--including free stuff--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 fall into the trap of ending up with a woman who is the WRONG fit for us. Here are three different ways we can potentially let flat-out myths craft our relationship reality...almost invariably with disastrous results. 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 Sharlee Lyons (https://mountaintoppodcast.com/allstar) It's easy to feel 'average' as a man. After all, by definition only 50% of us can be above average. But even if you treat the term 'average' as being more synonymous with 'normal' or 'typical', we all instinctively desire to be as far ABOVE 'average' as we can be. I mean, anything with 'one-percenter' in the title is an irresistible read to us as men. My guest Sharlee Lyons is an author, educator and--of course--athlete who is passionate about empowering men like you to stop being 'bench warmers' in life and become all-stars. It doesn't matter if we're talking about sports, business, your social life or your attractiveness to women. So where do we start on this journey? Sharlee talks about core values and what she calls 'selective goal setting'. What is the one factor that separates all-stars from the also-rans? (Hint: It's NOT raw talent)All-stars play home games and away games, of course. How does that apply to excelling at life in general...and especially with women? How does a true all-star handle inevitable adversity? And here's a good one...what do you do if you're out there grindin', but feel like you're slipping backwards instead of propelling yourself to all-star status? Most true all-stars play on a team. How do they make the other players around them better? How can we as men leave an all-star legacy...even for generations to come? Can confidence really lead to humility...in the best way possible? Getchasum 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 first step to gaining attraction, admiration and respect from women is to respect ourselves--and each other--as men first. There's an insidious way many of us as men undermine those objectives, even as we think we're building ourselves up. It's an 'elephant in the room' that nobody talks about...until now. 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 Adam Gamble (https://mountaintoppodcast.com/gamble) If you're looking for the episode that's just jam-packed with stories and examples you're sure to relate to, this is likely to be the one...at least if your experience with women mirrors that of most other guys like my guest and myself. You see, for most of us it's as challenging to build solid friendships with other dudes as it is to approach, attract and get the right woman into our life. My guest, author (and bestseller of millions of copies, by the way) Adam Gamble just authored a new book with his long time best friend (and fellow NYT bestselling author) Michael Tougias called The Power Of Positive Fishing: A Story Of Friendship And The Quest For Happiness. Despite the title, this is no 'fish story', at least in the proverbial sense. These two guys found themselves single again and were nothing short of instrumental in having each other's back through the divorce, while dating again, and all the way through finding their respective long-term "keepers". In this discussion, you'll discover the valid dating tips they gave each other, how the guys evolved as men while single, the methods they used to meet women, how they handled first dates, and even what happened when Adam hired a coach. As you can already imagine, along with the actionable advice come some great stories. Come for the powerful tips...stay for the Don Knotts impression. It's Masterclass For Men time again...this month's is How To Be Interesting. Score your ticket at https://mountaintoppodcast.com/masterclass === 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 === Most of you know I have every reason to have become bitter and jaded toward women. Here's my olive branch to those of you who have decided women aren't worth it, even to the point of going your own way. I ain't mad atcha. 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 Preity Upala (https://mountaintoppodcast.com/preity) My returning guest is one of your favorites, being both as charming and unoffendable as she is. That among other reasons makes her the right one for a spirited and sometimes even controversial discussion on BAD men's dating advice out there, from the perspective of a woman. So how about it? First of all, what does a woman know about men's dating advice? On a related note, why does it seem like women have dating and relationship advice figured out while we as men seem to be left in the dark? What are we as men supposed to do when even very average women seem to think they're some sort of 'goddess'? Who should we definitely not take relationship advice from? Is 'tactical' a bad word when it comes to men's dating advice? And speaking of 'bad', why this focus on 'bad boys' all the time? And what is 'the high-value man delusion'? Who are 'passport bros', and what bad advice are they basing their strategy on? Next, you'll have the distinct pleasure of discovering what 'Hustler University' is, although it's most definitely not what you thought of first. What are three words that describe much of men's dating advice that almost NEVER work...at least on smart, desirable women? And finally, why is it dangerous for 'normal' guys to try to pretend they're badasses, and what should we do instead that would actually work better with women? The central hub for all things Mountain Top Podcast is here...getchasum: 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 === When you lose your temper there are consequences. And unfortunately, the more intense the moment and the more that's at stake, the more you have to lose by blowing your cool. Even though your respect from fellow men is at stake, the more poignant truth is that the women are also watching. 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. Jeremy Zoch (https://mountaintoppodcast.com/jeremy) It seems like everyone and their mother is hyping up the idea of 'living your best life' nowadays. But my guest Dr. Jeremy Zoch is putting a somewhat unique spin on it which is well worth paying attention to. You see, most advice out there on the subject is generally aimed toward people who aren't anywhere near where they want to be, and might not even know how to get there. But in Jeremy's case, life was already pretty good. What he realized, however, is since we all only get one shot at life, it doesn't necessarily make sense to do the same thing for decades and decades, despite how 'nice' your life may be. Any of you guys who've gone through my Un-Settled program already know this is a thought process that's near and dear to my own heart as well. The cool twist on what Jeremy talks about is you don't necessarily have to commit to total upheaval of your entire lifestyle to get more out of life. Rather, there are simple building blocks you can put in place to make that happen. How can you go beyond the simple concepts of where you live and what you do for a living to create a better life without uprooting absolutely everything in the process? And what's more, how can you gain greater respect AND influence even as you make the changes? What is a 'life map'? Finally, what is Jeremy's unique spin on what it means to be 'present', vis-a-vis the shop-worn usage of that term? Get down to what's real 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 people are getting fed up with darkness and pessimism? There are signs something amazing is happening in our culture...and there's a clear opportunity for you to step up as a man, be an 'early adopter', and have exactly the women you want love you for it. 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 Susan Winter (https://mountaintoppodcast.com/susanwinter) One of the most enduring stereotypes in the dating world is that women are always looking for a long-term relationship, while men are simply looking to increase their 'body count'. Well, my returning guest is expert dating coach Susan Winter, who is always up for a frank, intelligent conversation about even the stickiest dating topics. So how about it, then? Is the stereotype valid? What does it all have to do with the way men and women are wired psychologically? How is it that some people can't seem to differentiate between someone they could connect with long-term and someone who simply makes them horny? And for women's part, how is it they can fall for a guy who's clearly a 'player', expecting a long-term relationship to come of it? What, then, is the best game plan for a good, decent man who wants to attract the right woman, for a change? Is it still true that how we see relationships modeled as a kid shapes our attitudes, or has the media taken over that role? And what's up with one-night stands anyway? If someone is worth having sex with once, wouldn't you want to keep them around longer than at least one round? And that brings us to the whole 'friends with benefits' situation. What's the middle ground between a ONS and a LTR, and how does that work? What's Susan's concept of 'Love a la Carte' about? How much can a 'dry spell' inhibit us from making good relationship decisions, Captain Obvious? What's Susan's smart way to make sure the right conversation about where everything is headed happens earlier in the relationship than later? I mean, when IS it time to go exclusive? You really can talk to me 1-on-1 for free. Schedule 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 topic of today's show is how to go from simply dating a woman you really like to making her your girlfriend. I realize plenty of you are probably saying, 'Great...but first I need a woman I really like in my life to begin with.' Fair enough, and that's where my guest and fellow dating strategist for men Jim Wolfe begin the discussion. And it should come as no surprise that Jim beats the same drum about how to do that nowadays that I have for months now. What is the best practice for using dating apps, or tech in general, to get a great girlfriend? What's behind the assumption nowadays that couples just sort of find themselves together after 'hanging out' for a while? And by the way, when is a date really a date...or not so much? Should you announce it as such up front? How did we as men get so wadded up in fear over the prospect of expressing initial interest in a woman...or expressing interest even during or after a so-called 'date'? How to we diffuse that wiring? How does our tendency as men to take ourselves so seriously all the time enter into this conversation? What should you do if the woman you really like already has a boyfriend? Finally, we cover how to have 'the talk' with a woman to either keep things non-exclusive OR begin an exclusive relationship with her. Get in on the latest Masterclass For Men 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!

Co-Host Emily McKay (https://www.deservewhatyouwant.com) Finally, the full episode on a topic that everyone wonders about. It's no secret that men often want to date younger women. But what is it about those guys who are actually successful at doing so? And is it really true that many amazing young women actually prefer older men? First off, what actually counts as an 'older man' to a younger woman? Does the 'half your age plus seven' rule make any sense? What if our mental images and/or stereotypes about what an older man and younger woman look like as a couple are challenged? Above and beyond all of that, what are some legit factors to consider when there's an age gap? I mean, is age really 'just a number'? What's up with dating sites only for people over fifty...is that what the market is really looking for? And speaking of online dating, how about those sites that specialize in 'sugar daddy' arrangements? Is there something to be said for being an 'old soul', looking for someone who's a better fit at an older age? Or is it that younger women like older men because 'little boys don't grow up'? Wait a minute...on that note, is it that men who prefer younger women really only want a tighter, sexually fit body to have sex with? Or is there more to both what younger women and older men tend to be looking for? And what about the 'skeletons in the closet' as we get older, and the effect it has on dating someone younger? What if older guy's new young wife wants to have kids? And is younger wife still gonna be 'all in' when her husband is old and in need of care while she's still young and active? Hmm...maybe the REAL secret to be discovered here is how to be attractive like an older guy while you're still a younger guy. Get in on the Masterclasses, snap up a spot on my calendar to talk 1-on-1 and more when you go to 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) Many people rely mostly upon what they can see. Visual attractiveness, visual flirtation cues, verbal conversation, and the like. But we know that attraction itself--like oxygen--is very real, yet we can't actually see it with our physical eyes. Well, my long-time friend and enthusiast toward all things metaphysical Derek Loudermilk returns to the show once again to talk about all the unseen forces we can harness to get better at relating to women. If that sounds like a unique topic, it probably is. I for sure hadn't heard it discussed elsewhere. That only means you can expect a 100% unique and original conversation, made all the more interesting by Derek's one-of-a-kind thought processes. Did you know the Nobel Prize for physics two years ago was given to scientists who basically proved that your 'reality' is wholly invented by the mind? Clearly, that idea sets the whole conversation off into a really wild and fascinating direction. What's the difference between practicing the ancient rite of ho'oponopono and being a doormat like Mr. Nice Guy? Can we experience unconditional love toward a woman without becoming a simp? What about 'unseen' fear that may be ruining our chances with women? Next, here's an interesting question: How do we get 'liquid courage' without drinking? Is there an unseen relationship between that social isolation so many of us experience and the lack of self-awareness that's so prevalent nowadays? And what's up with so many guys refusing to believe truth about men, women and relating together that IS objectively visible? Get in on the Masterclasses, grab your copy of 'Yes, And...' 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!

Co-Host Amanda Ludwig (https://mountaintoppodcast.com/ludwig) Amanda Ludwig was a busy businesswoman with a lot going on. Then, she started feeling some scary symptoms and went to the doctor, who told her point blank, 'slow down or die'. So then, since there was a lot of truth in Robin Williams' infamous joke, 'Death is God's way of saying, 'slow down'', she took her doctor's advice. Now, she's devoted to sending the message to 'Type A' folks everywhere to know and heed the signs of burn-out. After Amanda relates her story, including what her symptoms were, we talk about the important relationship between stress and burnout--a problem that particularly affects men. By the way, why are we as men particularly prone to this syndromic process? And why is it that mentally tough people are also so susceptible to the problem? What are some of the other warning signs that we're overstressed and experiencing burn-out? How are we as men supposed to 'slow down' when the pace of life is the fastest and most intense it has ever been in human history, and I'm still expected to 'wear the pants' and be the provider and protector? And assuming it is possible, practically speaking, where do we even start...and how? I mean, some of us may be feeling burned out, and yet aren't even really accomplishing much in the process. What's up with that? And what are the secrets of incredibly productive achievers who do NOT experience burnout? And apart from the differences between how men and women experience burnout, how is a high-achieving man supposed to find a smart, successful badass woman he has much in common with when so many of them are trading marriage and family life for their careers? Get in on previous podcast episodes, download the free book 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!

Co-Host Tommy Breedlove (https://mountaintoppodcast.com/legendary) Bestselling author, masculinity evangelist and my long-time friend Tommy Breedlove from The Mountain Top Lodge in Georgia joins me once again to cover one of the most important--yet most overlooked--topics we as men need to consider and get handled. That's building and protecting our reputation. First of all, what does the word 'reputation' even mean? And what are the foundational principles we as men should build ours upon? How can our choice of the right or wrong woman either help build our reputation or wreck it? What's the difference between an attempt to 'cancel' you and losing your reputation? Is drawing haters and controversy necessarily a bad thing...or could it actually mean you're doing something right? How can some people--or even entire businesses or organizations--get 'canceled', and yet only emerge even stronger and more respected than ever? What is the biggest 'innocent' mistake people tend to make that results in almost instantaneous loss of reputation? What are the most common circumstances where people play brinksmanship with their reputation? Is it because they're hoping to get away with something, the pressure became too great, or are they just lazy? Why is it that hot girls so often lead to bad decisions and reputation loss? (The answer might not be so obvious.) What is up with people who squander their reputation by dying on hills they never needed to fight on at all? And what extra precautions do we as men need to take in this post-modern world of constant media and smartphones? Grab your copy of 'Yes, And...' and start approaching women in real life again. That 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.

Co-Host Gavin Stone (https://mountaintoppodcast.com/gavin) My guest is a former spy for the UK government, body language and social engineering expert, and erstwhile dating expert for men. He's the author of How To Tell If Someone Is Lying, along with other books, and he joins us to help you read women's signals, improve your flirting skills and finally get the girl. What can you tell about a woman's voice when she's talking to you? What can we know about someone's true feelings toward us simply by how they greet us? How can you truly tell when a woman is flirting with you rather than simply being friendly? Why is it that most men view flirting as blatant sexual interest from the get-go, when that almost NEVER unfolds as such in real life...for anyone? Next, Gavin talks in detail about how to project authority wherever you go...to get respect from men and attract women. And last, but certainly not least, Gavin offers his take on classic body language advice relative to attraction like when she plays with her hair, etc...along with far more reliable and consistent cues to look for instead. This month's Masterclass For Men is called How Women Think, and Emily is joining me for it. You can join as well by grabbing your ticket at https://mountaintoppodcast.com/masterclass === 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 Jaclyn London (https://mountaintoppodcast.com/london) My guest, Jaclyn London is a registered dietician and a bestselling author on the subject of separating dietary science from scams. As you'll soon find out, she has some surprising--if not downright unorthodox--thoughts on how we as men eat (and drink) horribly, and how improving that situation can make us more visually and socially attractive to women in record time. What is the difference between a fad diet food vs. stuff that genuinely doesn't work? How much of your tendency to gain weight or stay slim depends on who you are and your specific body chemistry? Are there certain men who can get away with being heftier and still be super attractive to women, even as other guys are deemed 'too skinny' by women? But meanwhile, according to Jaclyn there are indeed some key strategies every man can benefit from...even if we've 'tried everything and nothing worked'. Does intermittent fasting work? What works better? Next comes a huge takeaway--the difference between being 'full' and being 'satisfied' after eating. Is that why you're always hungry again an hour after eating at a Chinese Restaurant? Who are these people who eat 'six small meals a day'...and what counts as a 'small meal'? Next, I share the two golden nuggets I got from a guy who lost a ton of weight on how he did it. And how significant is hydration...and then 'returning the rental' later? We as men tend to be terrible about both. So then, what are the quick and effective ways we as men can be more attractive to women fast...all by changing our dietary habits? Jaclyn over-delivers in a big (and again, surprising) way...going so far to give us 'date day' strategies. Get in on the latest Masterclass, grab the new audio program 'Yes, And...' 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!

Co-Host Corey Nathan (https://mountaintoppodcast.com/nathan) In as apparently divided a world as we live in, one man has not only stepped up and decided to 'go there' on such 'hot potato' conversations such as politics and religion, he has even produced a podcast devoted to doing so. Corey Nathan is the producer and host of the popular show 'Talkin' Politics And Religion Without Killing Each Other'. And get this...he hasn't been 'canceled' yet. So what inspired Corey to step into this minefield? What has he personally observed about how people are IRL with each other nowadays? What was the train of events that got us to this point socio-politically? Wait until you hear Corey's take on how politics became 'religion' in this day and age, along with why it is that so many people somehow love to argue and fight with each other. Next, we discuss how art imitating life has morphed into life imitating art...if you can call the media 'art', right? Further, we go down the rabbit hole of how to handle first date conversations that head into dangerous territory. Is she trying to kill your attraction for each other, or what? Better yet, get Corey's top-flight strategy for sensing a divisive conversation before it even happens, and what to say and do in that situation. I have to tell you, it's pretty genius stuff. Want to get out there and meet women in the real world again? Check out the first new strategies for approaching women in YEARS at https://mountaintoppodcast.com/yesand === 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 Beth Warford (https://mountaintoppodcast.com/loaded) Who better to explain what makes a woman feel safe and protected than a woman who specializes in it? My guest is the founder of Pretty Loaded in North Dakota, and is dedicated to equipping both men AND women to be their own first responders. What do you need to be your own first responder? To that end, Beth starts off by showing you how you can use situational awareness every day. Why do criminals go after soft targets...and how can you be a hard target instead? Why is it imperative to talk with your partner about safety and come up with a plan? What are some pre-attack body language indicators? What do South Korean border guards do that we all can and should emulate (and it's easy)? Next up, I share a real-world security situation I encountered recently with Beth. What did I do right, and what could I have done better? Next, find out what is typically taught for the first half of concealed carry training, and why it's not surprising. And what are some other ways besides firearms that men can become better protectors immediately? I mean, for starters, should a grown-ass man carry pepper spray? How can you talk to a woman on a first date to indicate you're all about her protection? Given that the world thankfully isn't constantly full of life-threatening situations, what can we as men do during the course of normal, everyday life to make women feel safer? Hint: There's one BIG one that most younger guys don't figure out until they get older. How does natural human nature often hinder us in panic security situations? What are some 'boneheaded' security situations men typically drag women into that could be easily avoided? Is there anything extra to think about when your kids are with you? And finally, what should you do if another man disrespects your wife or girlfriend when you're out with her? Get in on the new audio program Women And AI 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!

Co-Host Patrick James (https://mountaintoppodcast.com/raw) My guest is fellow dating coach for men and head honcho over at Raw Dating Advice, Patrick James. This time we hit a topic head-on that all too often is only covered with a negative twist. That, of course, is what to do if you've become jaded against women in general, or just discouraged from dating and relating to them. Unfortunately, almost every time you see this topic out there, it's because someone on YouTube is helping you throw yourself a pity party. Basically, there's WAY too much encouragement out there for men and women to stay away from each other...especially if we've just been through some sort of ordeal at the hands of a woman. But here's the thing, that mindset has 'victimhood' written all over it, and Patrick and I are in total agreement that's anti-masculine. I'm not going to keep you in suspense here. If you've started to feel yourself getting angry and bitter toward chicks, you have ONE choice. You have GOT to take your power back and be your own agent for change. The undeniable truth is that men and women were literally designed to be in partnership with each other, and if you're genuinely looking for a pathway out of the funk you've been feeling recently, Patrick and I have your back. Plus, you'll get some real, actionable info on attracting women and relationships in general...as tends to happen when two dating coaches get together on this show and start spittin' game. Check out the latest Masterclass For Men, How To Be A Renaissance Man, and much 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!

Co-Hosts Zach Browman and Devon Ash (https://mountaintoppodcast.com/fluency) The guys from Social Fluency have teamed back up together after a lengthy hiatus, and they're appearing here on the show for the first time. Zach and Devon have long been known as the go-to social skill experts in the world of men's dating advice, so there's nobody better to have on board for a full-on, no-holds-barred discussion of what it's like out there socially in the real world nowadays. Not that many people are actually being social IRL at all, frankly. That's a focal point of the discussion. Basically, we all agreed that there was a pre-COVID state of social skills, then COVID locked us all down, leading to a post-COVID state...and NOW a new and different one is upon us. Could this new fourth iteration of the social climate out there be the 'new normal'? We sure hope not...and we'll tell you why. And what about online dating and apps? Social media in general? What is going on between men and women nowadays...especially very recently compared to even, say...five years ago? How can it be that both men and women seem so angry and jaded, yet are reporting such loneliness at the same time? Are people finally fed up with 'virtual' everything? And could that be driving the recent uptick in doing in-field weekends focused on meeting women in real life? What really will be the next stage...and how can we as men make it a turn for the better rather than the worse? The most sobering part of the whole discussion is how often these guys and I have been arriving at similar conclusions--sometimes using the exact same words--despite not even having been in touch with each other lately. Get all the new goodies including Women And AI 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!

Co-Host Emily McKay (https://mountaintoppodcast.com/coaching) If you've been out there dating for any time at all, you've likely compiled your fair share of weird dating stories. It's easy to think that those situations could only happen to you, and you've GOT to be the only one. But guess what? PLENTY of apparent weirdness on first dates is tons more common than you probably guess. Emily joins me this time around to recount not only a few of our own most bizzaro stories, but those of others we've heard from over the years. You can likely guess we started off with tales of gross misrepresentation and false advertising online. That topic is closely followed by talk about those awkward instances when only one of you thinks the date went well. Backlash when it didn't go well? We've got you covered. What about when she won't go away quietly? And don't forget those completely inappropriate demonstrations of or impatience about sexuality up front...or the opposite, taking FOREVER to make a move. What if your date (or you) are too flirty with everyone else? What if she becomes drunk and out of control...is that their "real self"? How is a date supposed to go well if you talk about your Mommy all the time (or worse)? Have you ever had a woman bring unexpected "guests" on a date...either literally or figuratively? What are the signs she's not even in the same reality as you? Maybe you're better off if one or the other of you does, in fact, leave with someone else (as we finally get around to talking about as well). Check out the new Women And AI audio program, get in on the latest Masterclass For Men 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!

Co-Host Lauren Zander (https://mountaintoppodcast.com/lauren) My returning guest, life coach Lauren Zander, is a self-described truth teller, who according to her website 'upholds a take-no-prisoners brand of radical personal accountability'. So is it any surprise she's on a personal crusade to inform the world about the seven ways people lie? Seven may be a lucky number, but not in this case...as Lauren boldly believes nobody should EVER lie, not even those 'little white lies' most of us see as socially acceptable, if not socially necessary. She observes that most of us KNOW when we're being lied to, even if we only sense it without being able to put of finger on exactly how. Lauren also wouldn't fall for the old PUA question of, 'Who lies more, men or women?' as she firmly believes ALL of us lie, whoever we are. Therefore, her list is not gender specific. So first off, why ARE social lies allegedly designed to keep conversation light and friendly really a bad thing? Next comes my theory on how there are two kinds of people when is comes to the issue of social truth...and Lauren surprises me with her opinion in response. We then expose how people with a lot of money lie, as well as people who are going through a rough patch. Then, there are the infamous errors of omission vs. commision. What about what Malcolm Gladwell refers to as the human being's 'default toward truth'? How does that enter into it? Why are brown-nosers such liars? And on the same note, here's objective proof why women roll their eyes at 'Mr. Nice Guy'. What does the infamous 'Imposter Syndrome' have to do with all of this? And finally, what's the practical application to all this? Should we simply NEVER lie to ANYONE, EVER? Get the free book 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!

Co-Host Tripp Kramer aka 'Tripp Advice' (https://mountaintoppodcast.com/tripp) After all these years, finally here's an episode about meeting women on Halloween. But careful...if you listen even a little bit closely, you'll discover plenty of golden tips you can use when meeting and interacting with women all year 'round. This all started when I asked my mastermind group who was up for this discussion, and none other than Tripp Kramer responded immediately. As it turns out, even after running a podcast himself for nine years and compiling over a million followers on YouTube, he hadn't covered Halloween nearly enough either. So we get started by dropping some serious tips for meeting women at Halloween parties. This isn't just about what to dress up as and how to talk to women about their costumes, however. There's plenty in there you can parlay into pickup success all year. Meanwhile, what are some of the biggest mistakes men make during the Halloween holiday? What is going to make you stand out in a field of other men in costume? You'll also get tips on exactly what to say--and not to say. And what if you already have a woman in your life...or have at least taken her out to coffee already? Wait until you hear the foolproof strategies both Tripp and I throw on the table for you. And hey...why is there only one holiday in this culture when we dress up in costume? Have we been ripped off? Download your free copy of Sticking Points Solved and get on my calendar to talk about your future success with women...all at https://mountaintoppodcast.com === HELP US SEND THE MESSAGE TO GREAT MEN EVERYWHERE === We'll keep the solid, actionable content coming...all for free. If you love what you hear, please give us a 'thumbs up' by rating the show (takes one second) and leaving us a review. As we say here in Texas, we appreciate you!

Co-Host Chase Amante (https://mountaintoppodcast.com/chase) Finally, after 16 years of production, we're getting around to doing a show on being an interesting man. It's an elusive term, isn't it? And most of us know far too few truly interesting people--whatever that means. Consider how 'The Most Interesting Man In The World' himself, from the beer commercials, failed to be replaced by anyone who could touch how genuinely interesting he was. Nevertheless, the quest to be interesting is a valid one, and indeed attainable. With me today to break it all down is my friend Chase Amante from Girls Chase, who has given the subject plenty of thought. We start the whole thing off with the number one most misunderstood factor when it comes to being interesting--which most men get exactly backwards. Next, we've all heard that 'mysterious' men are interesting. Yeah, well...how do you do that without being creepy? Does finding common ground with a woman really make you more interesting? Let's say you really do have tons of interesting stories and experiences. How and when do you get around to telling women about it all? As it turns out, there's a simple two-word phrase that will help keep that in proper perspective no matter who you're talking to. Finally, what is the mental state someone MUST be in before you can be truly interesting to them? Get in on the latest Masterclass and much more at https://mountaintoppodcast.com === HELP US SEND THE MESSAGE TO GREAT MEN EVERYWHERE === We'll keep the solid, actionable content coming...all for free. If you love what you hear, please give us a 'thumbs up' by rating the show (takes one second) and leaving us a review. As we say here in Texas, we appreciate you!

Co-Host Mary Beth Robinson (https://mountaintoppodcast.com/marybeth) My guest literally has a super-cool specialty. She's an expert on helping you find your superpower. Here's the deal. Women seem to generally be better at getting acknowledged and acknowledging each other for who they are. But meanwhile, we as men are often acknowledged specifically for what we accomplish. We're rarely seen for who we are. That doesn't change the simple fact that men NEED and WANT that. And it makes a huge difference in both our very sense of identity and our confidence level. That's where Mary Beth Robinson steps in, helping people find their very own superpower...the most powerful and effective feature of WHO THEY are. From there, what to DO with that superpower comes next. See how cool that is? So then, how DO you find your superpower? Why do people often completely dismiss their superpower, even after they know what it is? What does Mary Beth mean, exactly, when she says, 'If you don't use your superpower, it will use you'? And what are the kind of superpowers that make us as men sexy? Wait until you hear how Mary Beth describes this phenomenon, because it's NOT going to be what you expect. Perhaps hilariously, the examples we come up with are from the political realm, and my promise is you'll see the dynamic we're referring to immediately. And hold on...what? Mary Beth is a guitar aficionado...and wait until you hear who the truly sexy guitarists are! Get in on all the free downloadable goodies and check out the latest Masterclass at https://mountaintoppodcast.com === HELP US SEND THE MESSAGE TO GREAT MEN EVERYWHERE === We'll keep the solid, actionable content coming...all for free. If you love what you hear, please give us a 'thumbs up' by rating the show (takes one second) and leaving us a review. As we say here in Texas, we appreciate you!

Co-Host Seth Nelson (https://mountaintoppodcast.com/seth) My guest is a divorce lawyer in Florida with quite an interesting distinction. Not only has he himself been divorced, he has recently gotten married again...this time to a girl he's known since elementary school. Now, how can a guy like Seth who sees the flotsam and jetsam of the Florida family law system on a daily basis keep from becoming cynical about marriage in general? I mean, he has as good an excuse for becoming a MGTOW as anyone. Well, wait until you hear Seth's somewhat surprising view in support of marriage, and of having a quality woman by one's side. You'll also find out how Seth bounced back from his own divorce and what he did to minimize the chances of ever having to go through it a second time. Hint: The story will sound familiar. Next, discover the all-important secret of how Seth got out of the 'just be friends zone' with the woman who is now his wife. In Seth's opinion, what's the number one breakdown in relationships leading to divorce? And what does a divorce lawyer say on dates when women ask what he does for a living? And what's more, what's the surprising thing women told him when they found out? But in all semi-seriousness, how did being a lawyer both help and hurt his chances on dates...and what are the ramifications thereof nowadays in his married life? Get the show notes for this episode and all others and download free goodies when you visit https://mountaintoppodcast.com === HELP US SEND THE MESSAGE TO GREAT MEN EVERYWHERE === We'll keep the solid, actionable content coming...all for free. If you love what you hear, please give us a 'thumbs up' by rating the show (takes one second) and leaving us a review. As we say here in Texas, we appreciate you!

Co-Host Dr. Anthony Balduzzi (https://mountaintoppodcast.com/fitfather) The importance of mental sharpness as a man isn't focused upon nearly enough in general. But what almost NEVER gets covered is how important it is to attracting women and keeping them attracted. Dr. Anthony Balduzzi is a men's health doctor who specializes in maximizing your physical health for overall effectiveness. That means he has distanced himself from the 'sick care' culture prevalent nowadays in healthcare. One of the most significant parts of his practice is helping men identify the causes of the 'brain fog' that affects a frightening number of us nowadays, eliminate it if it affects us and--most of all--prohibit it from happening in the first place. For starters, how much of what's going on here can be attributed to "Long Covid", as kind of a sub-pandemic? Tune in as Dr. Balduzzi explains a whole host of different factors that affect mental acuity nowadays, leaving us to wonder how any of us as men can keep our wits about us at all. So what are the different ways our mental sharpness is under assault, even from some unexpected angles? How much of what we're warned about in this regard is 'tin foil hat' conspiracy theory compared to what's backed by peer-reviewed medical science? And perhaps most curiously of all, what is it about guys who are 'naturals' with women that may go well beyond the obvious? I'll tell you, this turned out to be one of the most informationally valuable episodes in recent memory. After recording it, I told Dr. Balduzzi I felt like I my medical insurance should get billed for the session. Yes, what he talks about is THAT powerful and essential. Get in on the latest Masterclass For Men and more at https://mountaintoppodcast.com === HELP US SEND THE MESSAGE TO GREAT MEN EVERYWHERE === We'll keep the solid, actionable content coming...all for free. If you love what you hear, please give us a 'thumbs up' by rating the show (takes one second) and leaving us a review. As we say here in Texas, we appreciate you!

Co-Host Cyndi Olin (https://mountaintoppodcast.com/olin) Sometimes even after nearly 400 episodes, it occurs to me that we've let a reasonably important topic somehow slip through the cracks after all these years. This time we're catching up on the idea of second dates. It all started when my long-time friend and erstwhile Clubhouse colleague Cyndi Olin wrote an excellent article to her mostly female audience about why men don't ask women out again after the first date. Although she warned her readers the real reasons aren't what they may seem, it occurred to me that plenty of us as men can't always put our finger on the 'why' there, either. So naturally, we kick off the show by hashing that question out. Then, Cyndi herself brings up the idea of what I call 'warm levity'...and the version of it she teaches women. Where should you go on the second date, and what questions should the two of you ask each other? What changes if you're not exactly relationship-minded right now? Do people sometimes go out on second dates even if they're not really interested? If so, why? What are some red flags we should be looking for on second dates? Why are so many men AND women more fearful on second dates than first dates? Get in on the latest Masterclass For Men and more when you visit https://mountaintoppodcast.com === HELP US SEND THE MESSAGE TO GREAT MEN EVERYWHERE === We'll keep the solid, actionable content coming...all for free. If you love what you hear, please give us a 'thumbs up' by rating the show (takes one second) and leaving us a review. As we say here in Texas, we appreciate you!

Co-Host Joe Gatto (https://mountaintoppodcast.com/chef) As you may know, I not only love to cook, I have always loved cooking for women. Having that ability is like holding the codes for the nuclear weapon of attraction, and I've literally written the book on the subject. So you may be wondering why it has taken me so freaking long to talk about it on this show. Well, as is typically the case, it's all about having the right guest. Joe Gatto is a celebrity chef on radio and TV who absolutely, positively agrees that we as men gain a legit superpower when we can cook for the woman in our life. In fact, he'll be the first to tell you how women love a man who can cook, because that's exactly how he got his wife to adore him. Now listen, even though Chef Gatto is well-known for making everything from scratch (including his utensils and even his charcoal), he's completely on board for making this all-conquering skill as simple as possible for you to learn. Stay tuned for practical steps to wowing women with your apparent culinary prowess, along with how to literally set the table for romance. What's more, Joe and I also reveal WHY all of this works so well (hint: it's SCIENCE), which helps you have even more 20/20 foresight when attracting women. And of course, we also talk plenty about why it is that so many of us as men eat so poorly, the three major pitfalls most of us as men face when cooking for ourselves, and how we can start eating a more healthy and nutritious diet without taking hours and hours out of our busy schedule to do so, and certainly also without breaking the bank. In fact, it's probably more expensive for us to eat poorly than to eat well. Check out all the new goodies and get on my calendar for a FREE 25-minute conversation with me at https://mountaintoppodcast.com === HELP US SEND THE MESSAGE TO GREAT MEN EVERYWHERE === We'll keep the solid, actionable content coming...all for free. If you love what you hear, please give us a 'thumbs up' by rating the show (takes one second) and leaving us a review. As we say here in Texas, we appreciate you!

Co-Host Michael Allison (https://mountaintoppodcast.com/allison) Whether we realize it or not, any adversity and trauma we experience earlier in life tends to have a deeply detrimental effect on both our mindset and our relationships later. My guest's story is about as clear a demonstration of that dynamic possible, which alone makes it worth hearing. But the flat-out truth is Michael Allison has faced more ordeals--sometimes one after the other--than most of us have had to endure. Yet, he ultimately refused to quit, and refused to be a victim. Nowadays, he's living his best life and wants the same for every man within the sound of his voice. So, how did Michael bounce back from years of struggle...emerging with a growth mindset rather than what he calls a 'fixed' mindset? What does it mean to 'break the bottle'? Why is it actually easier to be vulnerable when you should be than most guys expect? Is a long-term relationship with a high-quality woman truly the ultimate 'status symbol'? And while I often say a great relationship shouldn't feel like work, what is the actual work we need to do ahead of time in our own lives to be ready for that? This episode is one of the most inspiring ones, for sure. But what's more you'll find the discussion not only empowering, but entertaining. Finally get your success with women on track. Join me on the phone or Zoom for 25-minutes FREE when you get on my calendar at https://mountaintoppodcast.com === HELP US SEND THE MESSAGE TO GREAT MEN EVERYWHERE === We'll keep the solid, actionable content coming...all for free. If you love what you hear, please give us a 'thumbs up' by rating the show (takes one second) and leaving us a review. As we say here in Texas, we appreciate you!

Co-Host Emily McKay (https://www.deservewhatyouwant.com) Every one of us has found ourselves out on a date with someone who creeped us out. And no...it's not gender-specific. But what does 'creepy' even mean? Why is it often so hard to define? Well, in this episode Emily joins me to break down exactly what constitutes such infamous creepy behavior...and how it tends to impact men and women differently. Is it possible some people don't even realize they're being creepy? Do others know for sure they are in fact creeps, but like it that way? What's more, why is it perfectly normal guys are often so concerned they're going to come across as creepy? How do we relax and avoid that worry...lest it weirdly become a self-fulfilling prophecy? What is the difference between male creepy behavior and the female version? How many women out there have somehow convinced themselves it's impossible for them to be creepy? Stay tuned for the one shining example of how the absolute best of intentions can actually backfire spectacularly and seem insanely creepy. What are the warning signs that the person you're with is starting to get creeped out? Next, Emily creeps me out in real time by randomly shifting the discussion to disgusting bodily functions...and in doing so makes a really good point. What kind of behavior might be creepy when you barely know someone, but completely normal and okay once you've been around each other for a while? And why is that? Under what rare circumstances could a certain person get away with something socially that would be creepy if nearly anyone else did it? If a first date is going in a creepy direction, is there any way to salvage it? Is 'Mr. Nice Guy' creepy to women? How can a man who by all appearances should be the most attractive to women easily end up being the creepy guy instead...for the same reasons? And why is is that whether we move too quickly or too slowly sexually, we're creepy? Get on my calendar and talk to me. The first 25 minutes is free: https://mountaintoppodcast.com === HELP US SEND THE MESSAGE TO GREAT MEN EVERYWHERE === We'll keep the solid, actionable content coming...all for free. If you love what you hear, please give us a 'thumbs up' by rating the show (takes one second) and leaving us a review. As we say here in Texas, we appreciate you!

Co-Host Sydney Richdale (https://mountaintoppodcast.com/richdale) This episode features returning guest and sexpert Sydney Richdale. As promised, Sydney offers her uniquely female perspective on how men can grow up but not necessarily reach an evolved, mature sexual mindset. Fasten your seat belts because this indeed is a VERY different episode than last week's edition. Sydney gets as practical and objective as possible, throwing down some actionable ways we as men can supercharge our sexual presence with women in ways few men ever get to enjoy the results of. For starters, we agree that there's a time and place for the most primal, visceral and even selfish aspects of human sexuality. But it shouldn't be to the exclusion of what gives sexual relationships a whole lot more depth and meaning. So then, what are those more 'evolved' elements, if you will? In order to express mature male sexuality, must every sexual experience be relationshippy and about falling in love long-term? What does it mean to be 'connected to one's c*ck'? What can we do to enrich the sexual experience so it's not simply about orgasm and ejaculation? And what the heck is 'sensual choreography'? How does learning to take our time enjoying sexual pleasure translated almost directly to instant sexual maturity? And how does our sexual evolution affect any shame and guilt we feel...and act upon? What makes most men think they're excellent lovers when they're clearly not? And along with ED and PE, what about that OTHER sexual performance issue nobody talks about, but which TONS of young men in particular are affected by? Get in on this month's Masterclass For Men and more at https://mountaintoppodcast.com === HELP US SEND THE MESSAGE TO GREAT MEN EVERYWHERE === We'll keep the solid, actionable content coming...all for free. If you love what you hear, please give us a 'thumbs up' by rating the show (takes one second) and leaving us a review. As we say here in Texas, we appreciate you!

Co-Host Michael McPherson (https://mountaintoppodcast.com/sexenergy) Most men generally view the concept of human sexuality through the scope of getting laid. As long as they're 'getting some', that's really the point. But deep down, all of us know there's potentially much more than that to a sexual relationship with a woman. My returning guest is an expert on human sexuality who has--like all of us--been on a lifelong journey of sexual evolution. But how are we doing on that journey? It's obvious that even many who call themselves 'sexperts' aren't all that far along the path. How much of this phenomenon of sexually under-evolved men is tied to our view of women in general? Do we consider the value and/or even the ramifications of being in a sexual relationship with a woman above and beyond the physical sex act? Even if 'crazy p*ssy is the best p*ssy', what does 'best' even mean in that context? How can knowing the difference between sexuality and sex energy help matters? How much has societal influence on men to view their sexuality as somehow toxic or even predatory affected our growth as sexual beings? And could it be that women themselves are feeling a bit, um...'under-penetrated' and therefore under-satisfied by men in bed as a direct result of all this? And as an overarching theme, should our primal sexual nature be evolving at the same pace our society is? If so, what should that look like? And of course, what should we as men actually DO about this whole topic? As it turned out, the topic of this episode is such a good one that it ended up being the first of a two-part series. Tune in next week for a female sexpert's take on it. Get your free download of Sticking Points Solved, check out the latest Masterclass and get on my calendar for your free 25-minute consultation with me personally at https://mountaintoppodcast.com === HELP US SEND THE MESSAGE TO GREAT MEN EVERYWHERE === We'll keep the solid, actionable content coming...all for free. If you love what you hear, please give us a 'thumbs up' by rating the show (takes one second) and leaving us a review. As we say here in Texas, we appreciate you!

Co-Host Julie Ferman (https://mountaintoppodcast.com/ferman) My guest is a well-known matchmaker who I should have had on the show ages ago, in large part because in many ways she's like my sister from a different mother. She's hilarious, unoffendable and agrees with me on most of the dating and relationship stuff we talk about around here. So with a wild woman like Julie on the mic, you know we needed to bring the noise with a great topic. Therefore, in this show we're covering how both men and women always seem to be too busy to date nowadays. What's the deal? Do people really get way too wadded up in their careers, friends and other adventurous pastimes such that they never get around to sharing life with someone else...even for a couple of hours? Is it that porn and social media have replaced real people? Is it that nowadays we can't even be bothered with anyone else anymore in general? Or wait...is it really all about making excuses? After all, as soon as two busy people meet and fall for each other, these huge chasms of time open up for them to spend with each other, right? Is all the reticence to crush those excuses and make time for dating really about fear? If so, fear of what, exactly? Is it shyness? Fear of rejection? Or do people simply trust each other less than they used to? And why shouldn't most 'busy' people hire a matchmaker, according to the matchmaker herself? Enjoy this episode, then get up off the couch and spend time with a great woman. After that, head to the website for some free goodies and to check out the Masterclasses. That's https://mountaintoppodcast.com === HELP US SEND THE MESSAGE TO GREAT MEN EVERYWHERE === We'll keep the solid, actionable content coming...all for free. If you love what you hear, please give us a 'thumbs up' by rating the show (takes one second) and leaving us a review. As we say here in Texas, we appreciate you!

Co-Host Ruari Fairbairns (https://mountaintoppodcast.com/beer) We as men tend to have a complicated relationship with alcohol. My guest, Ruari Fairbairns is well aware of that. That's why even though he's a professional advocate for drinking less, he comes from a completely different perspective than the tee-totaller activists out there who would seem to label anyone with a beer in their hand as an alcoholic. Indeed, despite the catchy title of his practice, One Year No Beer, Ruari still occasionally pops the top himself. If that sounds hypocritical, it's not. His is no heavy-handed, all-or nothing stance. Rather, he brings the unique message of encouraging us as men in particular to change our relationship with alcohol. In his educated opinion, over time alcohol robs us of our mental and physical health to a degree we don't even realize. Once we give ourselves a break from it, we start thinking and feeling better...causing us to WANT to drink less (if at all), instead of feeling as if we're being strongarmed into sobriety. It's a novel approach designed for the HUGE demographic of men who like to drink, but aren't clinically alcoholics. A lot of men drink alcohol to unwind at the end of the day. But is that really the best way to do so? And what if we find ourselves only drinking in certain situations? What if we don't want to stop being in that situation? And is drinking non-alcoholic beer a decent way to quit alcohol? What if there was a new, high-tech alcohol substitute that gave you all the benefits with none of the downside? Get in on the free goodies and more when you visit https://mountaintoppodcast.com === HELP US SEND THE MESSAGE TO GREAT MEN EVERYWHERE === We'll keep the solid, actionable content coming...all for free. If you love what you hear, please give us a 'thumbs up' by rating the show (takes one second) and leaving us a review. As we say here in Texas, we appreciate you!

Co-Host Richard Strother (https://mountaintoppodcast.com/strother) My guest Richard Strother calls himself The Widower's Wingman. And indeed, after he lost is wife tragically several years ago, Richard noticed there was very little valuable information out there for men who had lost their significant other, specifically as it applied to potential new relationships with women. But lest you bail out of this episode because that specific issue doesn't affect you, it turns out Richard has a lot to offer about getting back out there after any previous relationship ends, whether that's because of breakup, divorce OR widowhood. So then, should you really just simply 'get back out there'...or wait like a full year or whatever to do so like many recommend? And on a related note, why is it so frustrating to get all that advice from well-meaning friends and relatives right after your loss? And I mean, why should any man even want a new relationship after a special one ends? It's not like you're really going to get a 'rebound chick' like so many warn against...or are you? And when the time does come--whenever that is--are you seeking a new relationship to fill a void, or to share a life? And what if you want to cling to what 'set up' you have left as much as you can rather than disrupting literally everything at once? Finally, as a valuable side benefit to having listened to this show, you'll get new and powerful insight into how to relate to a widowed woman, should you ever meet one and find her interesting. Get in on the Masterclasses, free downloads and the opportunity to get on my calendar for 25 minutes FREE when you visit https://mountaintoppodcast.com === HELP US SEND THE MESSAGE TO GREAT MEN EVERYWHERE === We'll keep the solid, actionable content coming...all for free. If you love what you hear, please give us a 'thumbs up' by rating the show (takes one second) and leaving us a review. As we say here in Texas, we appreciate you!

Co-Host Dana Shergill (https://mountaintoppodcast.com/dana) My guest refers to herself as a 'kinky wellness coach', and she's quite sure most of us as humans are a lot naughtier, sexier and yes--even kinkier--than we give ourselves credit for, let alone admit. So with that in mind, you can already guess that Dana Shergill is outspoken, unashamed and downright unoffendable. And that combination always makes for a great show, especially when we're welcoming a female guest. So on with it, then...what does a kinky wellness coach actually do for a living? What does Dana mean when she says kinkiness is an outlet for aggression, imagination and attention? Why is that so important? And wait a minute...isn't 'aggression' a dangerous term to use when applied to men and sexuality? Meanwhile, when it comes to sex, does any flavor other than vanilla classify as 'kinky'? And can it possibly true that women are every bit as naughty and potentially kinky as men are? If so, what's holding them back from expressing it? Pornography aside, what can pop culture in general add to our kinkiness? For example, what do the books, movies and music women consume say about what's really going on inside their heads sexually? In fact, could it be true that women are sending us signals that they're sexual--and even kinkier than we realize--without us ever picking up on that? What are some examples of ways more people than we think are just as 'kinky' as we are? How about bondage, heightened sensual experience, risk of getting caught, or threesomes (and moresomes)? What is BDSM and why is it not necessarily as intimidating as people thing it is? And in keeping with the theme of other recent episodes, could it be that kinkier, more 'adventurous' sex makes us feel more alive? On that note, make your next adventure a visit to https://mountaintoppodcast.com === HELP US SEND THE MESSAGE TO GREAT MEN EVERYWHERE === We'll keep the solid, actionable content coming...all for free. If you love what you hear, please give us a 'thumbs up' by rating the show (takes one second) and leaving us a review. As we say here in Texas, we appreciate you!

Co-Host Ryland Hormel (https://mountaintoppodcast.com/hormel) My guest made the bold decision to emerge from post-Covid Northern California on a two-year quest to both experience true freedom and capture it both on film and in print. After talking first-hand to hundreds of people, the end result is his new book When Do You Feel Free?: Voices Across America. Ryland Hormel joins me on this episode for a man-to-man discussion on how we as men tend to define freedom. But wait...is that how we should define freedom? How have men's views on freedom changed within the last generation or so? Truth be told, many men haven't just simply lost their sense of freedom, they've begun to wonder if freedom is even what they really want. So how about it, then...when DO you feel free? What exactly is Ryland's 'freedom equation'? What does Ryland mean when he claims 'freedom as a feeling'? How is freedom integrally related to choice? Why is overcoming fear so important to feeling free? If we as men tell ourselves we're not allowed to experience emotions, or even have any fun, doesn't that constrain us rather than free us up? What is the importance of letting go of attachments and constraints? How did so many of us become so detached from our very purpose, instead living vicariously through TV and social media? How has the 'easy button' subtly robbed us of freedom? And most of all, how does genuine connection and community with others enhance our freedom...or is that only for developing countries anymore? Get in on the free goodies and schedule your 25-minute conversation with me personally at https://mountaintoppodcast.com === HELP US SEND THE MESSAGE TO GREAT MEN EVERYWHERE === We'll keep the solid, actionable content coming...all for free. If you love what you hear, please give us a 'thumbs up' by rating the show (takes one second) and leaving us a review. As we say here in Texas, we appreciate you!

Co-Host John Lovell (https://mountaintoppodcast.com/warrior) My guest John Lovell is well-known to many as The Warrior Poet, a Special Forces vet known and loved both for his 2A advocacy and his equally formidable dad jokes. One of the many subtopics of his new book, The Warrior Poet Way, is how today's post-modern men can benefit from returning to ancient wisdom. According to John, that's where we'll find both practical answers to portraying masculinity as well as primal elements of sexual attraction. Tune in as we discuss how wisdom, strength, and significance are old-school masculinity, dating back to primal roots. Why exactly has society been neutered, apparently absolving men from the need to provide and protect? Why is today's emerging masculinity movement so compartmentalized? What is the real reason men and masculinity are under scrutiny whereas femininity isn't? What is the deeper significance of fatherhood--and even of leaving a legacy--that many men miss? John celebrates the need for men to be 'dangerous'. Why is that controversial? Men should 'do hard things'...but doesn't that go beyond the need to be physically tough? Do I need to get up at 4:30am every morning because someone else does? Most men haven't been in the military. What can they do to gain at least some of the life advantages men gain there? And last but certainly not least, what does it mean for a man to die well? Download Sticking Points Solved for free, get in on the latest Masterclass For Men, talk to me for 25 minutes and much more when you visit https://mountaintoppodcast.com === HELP US SEND THE MESSAGE TO GREAT MEN EVERYWHERE === We'll keep the solid, actionable content coming...all for free. If you love what you hear, please give us a 'thumbs up' by rating the show (takes one second) and leaving us a review. As we say here in Texas, we appreciate you!

Co-Host Nic Long (https://mountaintoppodcast.com/nic) My guest is 2-time USA Olympian Nic Long, who happens to have made his name in the sport that's nearest and dearest to our hearts here at Casa McKay. That's BMX racing, of course...and Nic happens to be my first-ever BMX related guest. So why now, at episode 362? Well, IMAO there is no better example than BMX of an environment where the older, respected experts tend to give so much back to the younger kids. And after a survey I took online, I was thrilled when Nic was voted one of the most influential pros out there in this area. As such, there's absolutely no better man to help cover this all-important topic that has been on my radar screen for a couple of years now. So...when you become a father and have kids, you instinctively give back to them. But we as men tend to have a yearning inside to also give back beyond the four walls of our own homes, especially to the younger generation. After all, every one of us who successfully grew up to be adult men who contribute to society were likely mentored in some way. And the more we remember what it was like to be a kid, the stronger we sense the call of duty and our potential influence on the lives of kids. What exactly do we have to get handled in order to earn the right to be an effective role model to kids? Could it be that this concept is the very earmark of moving from boyhood into mature adulthood? And what's more, could it all be an even more valuable experience to everyone involved if we stop worrying about how inherently impressive we are, get over ourselves and simply jump in and help out? And what if we actually end up getting more out of giving back than even those we give back to? Get in on all the action--including the latest Masterclass For Men--at https://mountaintoppodcast.com === HELP US SEND THE MESSAGE TO GREAT MEN EVERYWHERE === We'll keep the solid, actionable content coming...all for free. If you love what you hear, please give us a 'thumbs up' by rating the show (takes one second) and leaving us a review. As we say here in Texas, we appreciate you!