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There is a difference between simply being a good man and being good at being a man. Today, I talk about the differences and why it's critical we learn to embrace the performative excellence that comes with the active role of being good at being a man. www.orderofman.com Please leave us a rating and review!

Today, Kipp Sorensen and I answer questions regarding honor, character, and integrity, how to get noticed at work, instilling toughness in our children, how I am influenced by, and how to prioritize information with application These questions come from our Patreon members, Iron Council brothers, and Facebook group members. Please leave us a rating and review!

10 years ago, I found myself listening to CDs from my guest while driving between financial advisory appointments. He had no idea how influential he would be in my life as I frustratingly attempted to build my first business. 10 years later, I have the privilege of having an incredibly powerful conversation with one of the most important people in my professional/business life, Mr. Ed Mylett. Today, we talk about over to overcome your greatest fears, the power of faith in your aspirations, how to unleash your greatest gifts and skills, and how to fully max out your life. SHOW HIGHLIGHTS Why it's critical you choose your words carefully How to overcome your greatest fears Why you need to know what's worth fighting for The power of faith in your aspirations How to "level up" your goals and objectives Developing a proper work/life balance Why your reputation with yourself is crucial How to develop unwavering self-esteem Finding the middle ground between giving and taking Differentiating between ego and pride How to tap into and unleash your unique gifts and skills How to attract high-profile people into your life The distinction between happiness and fulfillment How to walk the thin line between confidence and arrogance ED MYLETT Gentlemen, I can't even begin to describe how excited I am to be introducing you to my guest today, Mr. Ed Mylett. All of my conversations have been powerful but this one is a personal favorite of mine as Ed has had such a huge impact on my professional life. I started listening to him 10 years ago when I got back from Iraq and back then I had no idea I'd have the opportunity to talk with him on a podcast. Most of you know exactly who Ed is so I'll spare you the long introduction. But let's just say for now that Ed is an incredible entrepreneur, a powerful coach and mentor to some of the most successful people on the planet, and the host and founder of the Ed Mylett Podcast. Today, you're going to hear exactly why I look up to this man and why he's achieved the tremendous amount of success he has. Please leave us a review at https://orderofman.com/itunes Shownotes: https://orderofman.com/190 Website: https://orderofman.com

Today, I talk about becoming a man of value, why it's critical we learn to add more than we take, and a three-step formula for making yourself more valuable to others. www.orderofman.com Please leave us a rating and review!

Today, Kipp Sorensen and I talk about overcoming failed relationships, dismissing the term, "fragile masculinity," reversing the tide of fatherless homes, and so much more... These questions come from our Patreon members, Iron Council brothers, and Facebook group members. Please leave us a rating and review! www.orderofman.com

One of the most common challenges I see men face is their inability to overcome being too nice. Don't get me wrong, being nice is great but when it comes at the expense of your own well-being, it becomes a problem. Today, I am joined by psychologist, Dr. Aziz Gazipura, to talk about the pitfalls of being too nice. We cover the "guilt bubble" and how to get out of it, the costs of being overly nice, learning to speak up and develop healthy boundaries, and how to stop being so nice. SHOW HIGHLIGHTS What does it mean to be "nice" How being overly nice is self-sabotaging What the "guilt bubble" is and how to get out of it The costs of being too nice How to liberate yourself How to establish healthy boundaries Learning to speak up Why being selfish is not always a bad thing How to choose and communicate your rules Strategies for improving your ability to say "no" How to care about others without jeopardizing yourself How to increase your discomfort tolerance How to "own your shadows" How to develop more assertiveness DR. AZIZ GAZIPURA Dr. Aziz is a clinical psychologist and one of the world's leading experts on social confidence. In 2011, Dr. Aziz started The Center For Social Confidence, which is dedicated to helping everyone break through their shyness and social anxiety. He has helped thousands of people all over the world increase their confidence. Through confidence coaching, audio and video programs, podcasts, a detailed blog, and intensive weekend workshops, Dr. Aziz lives out his mission: To help every person who is stuck in shyness liberate themselves to pursue the relationship, career, and life they have always dreamed of. Most recently, he wrote a book titled, Not Nice: Stop Pleasing People, Staying Silent, and Feeling Guilty, which is what he's here to talk with us about today. Please leave us a review at https://orderofman.com/itunes Shownotes: https://orderofman.com/189 Website: https://orderofman.com

Today, Kipp Sorensen and I talk about some deeper and more serious issues than we've addressed in the past like the myth of "Toxic Masculinity," addressing false rape allegations, current trends in society that impact both men and women, and, on a not-so-serious note, whether Batman is a superhero or not. These questions come from our Patreon members, Iron Council brothers, and Facebook group members. Please leave us a rating and review! www.orderofman.com

Each and every one of us has a desire to strengthen our bodies and minds. Why is it then that so many men struggle when it comes to the training they know will improve every area of their lives? This is a question my guest, Bobby Maximus, has been answering for his training clients for years and helping them bridge the gap between where they are now and where they want to be. Today, we talk about the psychology of training, how to eliminate the excuses that creep in, why you should reframe "self-improvement" as "self-work," and how to harden the body and mind. SHOW HIGHLIGHTS The psychology of training Developing a strong self-image Eliminate excuses How to train for life How to sift through the noise and garbage Reframing self-improvement as self-work How to build in accountability How to know if your why is strong enough Balancing internal and external growth How to eliminate your doubts What is "green dot therapy" 10 words that will ruin your life How to kill your self-governor Why you should document your progress BOBBY MAXIMUS I've been looking forward to introducing you to my guest, Bobby Maximus, for some time now. Bobby has been in the fitness and health industry for more than a decade and served as the General Manager, Training Director and Lead Seminar Instructor at Gym Jones. He was also named as Men's Health's 100 Fittest Men of All Time. In addition to that, he is a former police officer for the Toronto Police Service, a former UFC fighter, and holds a bachelor's degree in psychology, English, and education. Needless to say, this is a man who understands the body and mind in a way not many people do and I couldn't be more excited to talk with him about hardening and strengthening both. Please leave us a review at https://orderofman.com/itunes Shownotes: https://orderofman.com/188 Website: https://orderofman.com

Each and every one of us is likely to face catastrophic events and circumstances in our lives. We can retreat and wallow in our own self-pity or find a way to rise from the ashes. Here's a system for the latter. www.orderofman.com/FFN130 Please leave us a rating and review!

In this Ask Me Anything, Kipp Sorensen and answer questions about optimizing your day, developing and maintaining discipline, overcoming resistance, how to prioritize activities, and so much more. These questions come from our Patreon members, Iron Council brothers, and Facebook group members. Please leave us a rating and review! www.orderofman.com

It's not a surprise to you that there is so much noise and nonsense that attempts to engage our focus and keep us distracted from the things that truly matter. And, if you're one of the few men who has actually taken the time to identify what you really want, that doesn't necessarily make things any easier. Today, I am joined by former Navy SEAL and a lead instructor with Echelon Front, JP Dinnell. We talk about the importance of consistency towards your goals, why flexibility in training is critical, how to eliminate the things that keep your from meaning and significance, and living life on your terms. SHOW HIGHLIGHTS The importance of consistency towards your goals Why discipline is a foundational principle of growth Why flexibility in training is critical How to own both problems and solutions How to drill down to the core reasoning of your work How to best honor the fallen and their sacrifices Transitioning out of the service 3 factors that break down a marriage Choosing to take the harder route How to overcome feelings of hate and hostility How to avoid making certain situations worse Why it's critical we model masculine behavior for our boys and girls JP DINNELL Guys, as you know, we've had just about the entire Echelon Front team on over the past month or so and I couldn't be more excited to introduce you to one of their lead instructors and my friend, JP Dinnell. He spent nearly a decade with the SEAL teams and served in three combat deployments, his most recent with Task Unit Bruiser in Ramadi under the command of Jocko Willink. There he served as point man, machine gunner and lead sniper for Delta Platoon opposite of Chris Kyle. Upon return from Iraq, helped rebuild and enhance the SEAL training programs into the highly effective programs they are today. Since then, he has become a lead instructor with Echelon Front helping leaders and communities enhance their organizations and companies. Please leave us a review at https://orderofman.com/itunes Shownotes: https://orderofman.com/187 Website: https://orderofman.com

It's likely in the not-so-distant-past you've allowed your emotions to get the better of you. It's easy to do so in the heat of the moment. We've all been there. Today, I share a very effective 5-step formula for owning your emotions more effectively. www.orderofman.com Please leave us a rating and review!

In this Ask Me Anything, Kipp Sorensen and answer questions about overcoming past wrongdoings, finding male friends, the difference between ego and pride, and whether or not we should care about what people think of us. These questions come from our Patreon members, Iron Council brothers, and Facebook group members. Please leave us a rating and review! www.orderofman.com

So many men believe that the terms purpose and profit are mutually exclusive - that for one to exist, the other can't. That just isn't the case. In fact, when you learn to align your purpose and passion with the ability to make a profit, you have a greater ability to impact the world in a positive way. Today, I am joined by the founder of Black Rifle Coffee Company, Evan Hafer, to talk about how he's managed to build such a successful business around what was simply a passion project. We talk about the power of utilizing new media for marketing, finding and speaking to your tribe, sacrificing ego on the altar of business, and how to align purpose, passion, and profit. SHOW HIGHLIGHTS How Evan went from firearms to roasting How Black Rifle Coffee Company makes and utilizes viral videos Why interactive marketing is crucial to a business' success Evan's view on the competition Defining "great marketing" Discovering, developing, and speaking to your tribe Giving birth to a new you Identifying and letting go of false expectations Why you have to sacrifice your ego on the altar of business Why radical transparency is crucial How to effectively add people into your ecosystem Why businesses should be less concerned with political correctness How to recruit new employees effectively Why you need to differentiate between individuals and the company Finding and securing funding for your project EVAN HAFER My guest today is Evan Hafer and although you may not know his name, most of you listening are familiar with his company, Black Rifle Coffee Company. He is a former member of the Special Forces and between his multiple combat deployments, he spent time honing his firearm and roasting skills. When Evan left the service in 2015, he learned how to market and turn his second passion for roasting coffee into not only a fulltime business but a global coffee company that is recognized for their viral irreverent videos and marketing campaigns, and their incredible coffee. Now, I will be the first to tell you that I don't drink coffee myself but when given the chance to connect with Evan, I couldn't pass him up as he's clearly on to something when it comes to building a movement and working to employ our nation's veterans. Please leave us a review at https://orderofman.com/itunes Shownotes: https://orderofman.com/186 Website: https://orderofman.com

Every man should live by a code, an operating system by which we will live his life. Without one, it's easy to get lost in the moment and conduct ourselves in a way that's incongruent with the way we view who we are. Today, I talk about why a code is important, what should be included in your code, and how to write your own. www.orderofman.com/FFN128 Please leave us a rating and review!

In this Ask Me Anything, Kipp Sorensen and answer questions about how to leave a significant legacy, getting over toxic relationships, the law of attraction, the importance of a patriarch in a family, and our obligation to serve in the community. These questions come from our Patreon members, Iron Council brothers, and Facebook group members. Please leave us a rating and review! www.orderofman.com

What does it mean to be a complete beast? This is a question my guest, Jack Donovan, attempts to answer in his latest book, appropriately titled, A More Complete Beast. There is a reason the title is likely to resonate with you, as a man. Each of us understands that we are both man and beast. Today we cover so much about the subject of masculinity including why being a man has to be an intentional choice, the power of what he calls the "conquering eye," how to avoid becoming a victim of victims, and how each and every one of us can become a more complete beast. SHOW HIGHLIGHTS What it means to become a more complete beast Why you have to make an intentional choice to be a man Why men are perceived as a threat to society Why you should challenge yourself as a man The four masculine tactical virtues - strength, courage, mastery, honor Why some people try to redefine words to fit their narrative The power of the "conquering eye" Why it's important to define an honor code for yourself Why you should care about some people's opinions Avoiding become the victims of the victims Sifting through the noise of others Why there is no honor in being a victim, only in overcoming it Why vulnerability is not as powerful as modern society would have you believe Why masculinity is not a mask JACK DONOVAN Gentlemen, my guest today is a man a lot of you are familiar with and someone I've had on the podcast before. His name is Jack Donovan and he is the author of several books on the subject of modernity and masculinity including The Way of Men, A Sky Without Eagles, Becoming a Barbarian, and his latest release, A More Complete Beast. As you may know, Jack is a fascinating man and probably one you wouldn't expect to hear on this podcast (in fact, I made a joke about Jack, a pagan, and myself, a Mormon, walking into an ax-throwing bar just after this interview). That said, his views on the subject of manliness and masculinity, although controversial, resonate with so many of us because they're spot on and refreshing in a time when more and more of society has a hard time even discussing what it means to be a man. Please leave us a review at https://orderofman.com/itunes Shownotes: https://orderofman.com/185 Website: https://orderofman.com

Whether we realize it or not, every single one of us is leaving a legacy. We can do that by default or we can be intentional and deliberate about what we leave behind long after we're dead and gone. Today, I share a quick recap of our inaugural Legacy event, four strategies for leaving a stronger legacy, and three action items for you to complete in order for you to flush out the type of man you want to be remembered as. www.orderofman.com/FFN127 Please leave us a rating and review!

In this Ask Me Anything, Kipp Sorensen and I talk influence and leadership, not wrapping up your identity in outside factors, overcoming overwhelm and insecurity, and so much more. These questions come from our Patreon Members. Please leave us a rating and review! www.orderofman.com

Everyone once in a while you have the opportunity to sit down and talk with someone like you've known them for years. Although me and my guest today, Pete Roberts, have only known each other for six months or so, we share some core values when it comes to the way we approach our life, our business, and our responsibilities as men. Today we talk about how arrogance is hurting men, how to instill discipline in your children, the importance of self-checking yourself, and how to set yourself free. SHOW HIGHLIGHTS The real deal with being an introvert/extrovert How Jiu-Jitsu translates into life Why you aren't as good as you think you are How your arrogance is hurting you The cycle of hardship and how it creates stronger men The American Dream and how to bring it back How to instill discipline into your children Why brute strength isn't always your ally How to keep kids from going soft The power of "tribalism" and conformity How to create a powerful culture Delegating roles and responsibilities How to effectively use the Pareto principle to produce more How you can tell a lot about people through who associates with them How Decentralized Command can help you win in business in life How to remove your emotions from the equation The importance of self-checking yourself Why you need to get rid of stuff in your life PETE ROBERTS My guest today is friend and founder of Origin Maine, Pete Roberts. I was fortunate enough to join him at his Jiu-Jitsu Immersion Camp a couple weeks ago and, while there, had an opportunity to sit down with him for an off-the-cuff interview about family, business, and life. This is a man who I really admire and respect not only for his business acumen but the purpose and reasoning behind what he's doing for his family, his employees, and his community. You've heard me talk about Origin for months. Now you get to meet the man behind the vision and his talk on business and the world. Please leave us a review at https://orderofman.com/itunes Shownotes: https://orderofman.com/184 Website: https://orderofman.com

I can think of very few things as important as the role of fatherhood. Unfortunately, too many men are way too willing to step down from the mantle of fatherhood and into the lower tier of "buddy" or "bro." Today, I share 10 strategies for ensuring you succeed as a father which ultimately means your kids succeed as adults. www.orderofman.com/FFN126 Please leave us a rating and review!

In this Ask Me Anything, Kipp Sorensen and I talk about man's propensity to take risks, how to reconcile the gap between science and spirituality, and how to foster discipline in children without breaking their spirit. Patreon Members Please leave us a rating and review! www.orderofman.com

Becoming better leaders is something all of us are striving to become. And, there's no better place to learn how to be an effective leader than the battlefield of Ramadi, Iraq during one of the most dangerous times during the Iraq War. My guest today is Dave Berke, an instructor with Echelon Front and retired Marine Corps officer and fighter pilot. Today, we talk about taking those leadership lessons and applying them in civilian life, the importance of finding purposeful work, how to keep your children from going soft, delegating roles and responsibilities, and overcoming the obstacles of reality. SHOW HIGHLIGHTS The importance of finding a purposeful mission Overcoming the obstacles of reality Understanding that there are no shortcuts in life How air combat differs from ground combat What is the "best of combat" How to combat loss How to create a meaningful life The purpose of warriors How to keep kids from going soft Why you should be careful of solving people's problems Setting realistic expectations for yourself and others Delegating roles and responsibilities When getting too close to your team hinders performance Why you need to understand that conflict is not a bad thing DAVE BERKE My guest today is Dave Berke. He is a retired Marine Corps officer, fighter pilot, and ground combat leader. He spent three years as an instructor at TOPGUN and later went on to support task unit bruiser on the ground in Ramadi. He's flown the F-16, F-18, F-22, and F-35 but gave that up to serve in multiple combat missions in some of the most dangerous cities in Iraq. He's since gone on to become a leadership instructor with Echelon Front on the subject of leadership, decision making, risk mitigation, and creating winning teams. Please leave us a review at https://orderofman.com/itunes Shownotes: https://orderofman.com/183 Website: https://orderofman.com

One of the most common challenges among men is the relationship with their wife. It's not really all that surprising. Anytime two people come together with their own set of experiences, perspectives, upbringing, cultures, and backgrounds, there's bound to struggle. Unfortunately, these differences lead to separation and divorce all too often. The union between a man and his wife is one of the most powerful relationships any man can strive to have which is why it must be fought for. Today, I share 20 strategies (plus 1 bonus strategy) for winning with your wife. www.orderofman.com/FFN125 Please leave us a rating and review!

Today, me and Kipp Sorensen cover how to become more decisive and still open ourselves up to new information, how to create effective rites of passages, establishing healthy boundaries, and your one key objective as a leader. Patreon Members Please leave us a rating and review! www.ordeorfman.com

Extreme Ownership is a philosophy that has been coined by Navy SEALs, Jocko Willink and Leif Babin, and one that most of you listening are familiar with. But when does extreme ownership become too much? That's a question my guest, Jocko Willink, has answered in his new book, The Dichotomy of Leadership. Today, we explore that question, how to avoid taking things too far, how to overcome your own ego when you recognize it, how to strike the balance between caring for your team and placing the mission first, and so much more. SHOW HIGHLIGHTS How to get into Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu How Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu translates into everyday life How to remove your ego from the equation When extreme ownership becomes a problem How to avoid taking things too far How and why you should allow your subordinates to lead The dichotomy of caring about your team but putting the mission first How to best honor the fallen The meaning of duty When to allow slack and when not to The importance of appearance in leadership Why you should make your boss look great When you should and shouldn't tell the truth to your team Why you should avoid "false cheerleading" Why making things fun for your children is critical towards their development How to use the practice of "flanking" in leadership How to overcome your own ego when you recognize it JOCKO WILLINK My guest today is a man who needs no introduction. His name is Jocko Willink and this is the third time I've been fortunate enough to interview him for this podcast. Today, we cover his new book, The Dichotomy of Leadership (which is sure to be a New York Times Bestseller), the follow-up to Extreme Ownership. As you are all well aware, Jocko is a Navy SEAL and was the commander of Task Unit Bruiser, the most highly-decorated special forces unit of the Iraq War. I was fortunate enough to spend some time with him a couple weeks ago at Origin's Immersion Camp and I can tell you that this is a man who lives what he preaches. I saw a perspective of him through his instruction and stories from his team that only solidifies my respect for who he is as a veteran, husband, father, and man. Please leave us a review at https://orderofman.com/itunes Shownotes: https://orderofman.com/182 Website: https://orderofman.com

It seems there's a growing trend of entitlement in society today. Everywhere you turn, people are demanding results they haven't earned - a minimum wage, job security, health insurance, happiness, a minimum standard of living, etc., etc., etc. Then, they have the audacity to complain when they don't get exactly what they want. It's sickening, to say the least. Today, I share 5 simple strategies for overcoming the entitlement mentality and how to get more out of life. www.orderofman.com/FFN124 Please leave us a rating and review!

Today, we field questions from the Order of Man Facebook Group on becoming more motivated, living in integrity, dealing with a separation, overcoming a victimhood mentality, violence as a virtue, and so much more. Please leave us a rating and review! www.ordeorfman.com

There is no question, our boys are in trouble. Take a look at any metric and it becomes painfully obvious that our young men are falling behind - violence, grades, drug abuse, and suicide to name a few. The questions is not, "Is it happening?" but, "Why?" Today I am joined by Dr. Warren Farrell, a leader in understanding the issues our boys are facing. We talk about how men have fallen into a "purpose void," why boys need to be raised differently than girls, the rise of the Incels, and how to deal with the emerging boy crisis. SHOW HIGHLIGHTS The many ways in which our boys are in trouble Why these problems were created by a solution How men have fallen into a "purpose void" The "hero paradox" and social bribes to men Why our boys need to be raised differently What happens to boy and girls when they're dad-deprived How fathering can become our purpose Causes of depression and suicide Addressing ADHD in our young men Does the "gender pay gap" really exist The rise of the Incels How the ability to delay gratification is a huge indicator of future success The key differences between heroic intelligence and health intelligence How boys respond to biological fathers versus step-fathers The importance of roughhousing DR. WARREN FARRELL My guest today is Dr. Warren Farrell. He is a leader in the movement to understand the myriad of issues our young men are facing. Previously, a feminist and the only man to ever be elected three times to the National Organization for Women, he has since seen what the feminist movement has become and it's negative impact on our boys. He's been selected as one of the world's top 100 thought leaders and has had numerous appearances on CNN, Lary King Live, Oprah, The Today Show, Good Morning America, New York Times, Forbes, and the Wall Street Journal. He's taught at all levels of education and is a frequent speaker at Fortune 500 companies, military branches, and even NASA. It was such an honor to talk to him and get so much incredible insight into his thoughts and boys and gender, in general. Please leave us a review at https://orderofman.com/itunes Shownotes: https://orderofman.com/181 Website: https://orderofman.com

Today, Ryan Michler and Kipp Sorensen discuss Origin's Jiu-Jitsu Immersion Camp, the "x-factor," how to build more confidence, how to get started in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, and why every man should consider some sort of martial art. www.orderofman.com/ Please leave us a rating and review!

This week, Ryan Michler and Kipp Sorensen field questions from members of the Order of Man Facebook Group. They cover disciplining children, dealing with ADHD/PTSD, overcoming addiction, and so much more. Please leave us a rating and review!

Violence isn't a word a lot of people believe should be attributed to men and his responsibilities. We know that isn't true because we believe that the ability to violence is not only within us, it can be harnessed to keep ourselves and others protected from those who wish to do violence to us. Today, I am joined by Marine Corps Veteran, Ian Strimbeck to talk about why every man should learn how to harness the darker side of masculinity. We cover so much in this podcast including harnessing effective verbalization skills, how to get better at predicting human behavior, the power of intuition and how to use it effectively, and how to develop and harness the softer side of violence. SHOW HIGHLIGHTS Developing the soft skills required to face adversity The difference between software and hardware when it comes to facing threats Why every man needs to wrap his head around potential violence How to avoid "target fixation" How to develop and harness effective verbalization skills How to get better at predicting human behavior How the skills for violence are translatable to everyday life Why we should learn to tap into our primal roots The importance of humility in keeping yourself and other safe Learning not to make yourself a target The power of intuition and how to use it effectively The four cues you should be aware of in others when looking for threats How "profiling" can keep you alive The correct priority of engagement How to use appearance as a deterrent Why establishing baseline behavior in others is so crucial IAN STRIMBECK My guest today is veteran of the United States Marine Corps, Ian Strimbeck. Ian reached out a couple months ago and, as I was preparing for this conversation, I was extremely impressed by his resume as a veteran and warrior in not only the military but in the executive protection space. He's taken what he has learned on the battlefield and now teaches those who want to be better protectors of themselves and the people they have a responsibility for. This was such a fascinating discussion with an extremely fascinating man and I think, not only are you going to enjoy our conversation, you're going to walk away with some information that could just save your life. Please leave us a review at https://orderofman.com/itunes Shownotes: https://orderofman.com/180 Website: https://orderofman.com

Too many men are searching for external validation from their friends, family, and colleagues. The problem with that is that it's beyond your control. The far superior path is to learn to make yourself proud. The rest will take care of itself. www.orderofman.com/FFN122 Please leave us a rating and review!

Today, Ryan Michler and Kipp Sorensen field questions from members of the Order of Man Facebook Group. They cover how to establish effective boundaries, boosting testosterone naturally, and what should be included in an "Every Day Carry." Connect with us at www.ordeorfman.com

We live in a culture of ultimate softness but there seems to be a resurgence of men who understand the value of being tough, resilient, and gritty. These are the men I aspire to be more like because I understand how crucial it is, as Theodore Roosevelt states, to "keep the barbarian virtues." Today, I am joined by my friend, Brian Call, AKA Gritty, to talk about how hunting and connecting with nature makes you tougher, why we need to learn from the men who have gone before, the role parents play in developing fortitude in their children, and how you can develop more grit. SHOW HIGHLIGHTS How to get started in bow hunting How hunting makes you tougher Developing discipline through hobbies The dangers of being disconnected from your food How the mass of our meat gets processed Why eating meat is not unethical How hunting creates a wide range of emotional sorrow and joy Why you need to learn from men who have gone before How to keep calm in a potentially dangerous situation The role parents play in developing grit in their children The danger of the "outrage society" in which we live Why it's not a good idea to search for "happiness" How to overcome fear and weakness through exposure How minimalism helps you become free BRIAN CALL Gentlemen, today I have the honor of introducing you to my friend, Brian Call. He is an avid bow hunter and the founder and host of the Gritty Podcast where he talks all things bowhunting and developing more grit. I've been following him and his work for quite some time now and I finally had the chance to connect with him in this candid interview. What really resonates with me about Brian is his willingness to share not only his victories but his setbacks and how he's managed to overcome them. I hope you enjoy this powerful conversation with a man I really admire and respect. Please leave us a review at https://orderofman.com/itunes Shownotes: https://orderofman.com/179 Website: https://orderofman.com

One of my biggest struggles is patience. I think the same holds true for any high-achieving man. We tend to want the results immediately. Unfortunately, it just doesn't work that way. That, however, does not mean we need to sit back and simply wait for our goals to come to fruition. Today, I share six strategies for exercising patience while assertively working towards our objectives. www.orderofman.com/FFN121 Please leave us a rating and review!

In our first-ever "Ask Me Anything," Ryan Michler and Kipp Sorensen field questions from members of the Order of Man Facebook Group. They cover how one overcomes guilt and past mistakes, how to support a wife with a stressful job, how to change the future, and so much more. Please leave us a rating and review!

There is so much to talk about in the world today but very few people who are capable of having an intelligent conversation about some sensitive subjects without completely losing their minds. Today, I am joined again by my friend, Sal Di Stefano to talk about a lot of these hot and polarizing topics including how technology is changing conversation, the moral implications of markets and governments, how important it is that fathers are in the home, the legalization of drugs, the shift towards nihilism, and everywhere in between. SHOW HIGHLIGHTS The power of decentralization How technology is changing conversations The importance of embracing immerging technology The problems with formal higher education How free markets allocate resources effectively and efficiently Why policy needs to be enacted based on data, not feelings The moral implications of markets and governments How minimum wage requirements price out entry-level workers How the rejection of personal responsibility leads to nihilism How money fixed the problem found in voluntary trade The dangers inherently found in "equality of outcome" How market specialization creates more productive results The slippery slope of enacting laws to protect you from yourself The negative and positive impact of legalizing drugs How important it is that fathers are in the home How children become a powerful source of purpose and direction for fathers How and why every man needs to find purpose and direction in life How your self-help journey should start in the gym How intermittent fasting can benefit you in all aspects of your life The slippery slope of enacting laws to protect you from yourself The importance of nutrition in your health overhaul SAL DI STEFANO Sal Di Stefano is back for round two. He is someone that I've gotten to know over the past couple of years. We've been able to connect because we agree on a lot of the same issues and are extremely interested in having important and relevant dialogue on topics most people shy away from. Sal is the co-founder of MindPump Media. He's spent nearly 20 years as a fitness and personal trainer and focused science and truth to the fitness industry. Although we only talk about fitness and nutrition towards the end of this conversation, it's apparent that Sal is someone who strives to find objective truth in all facets of life and prides himself and sharing that truth with others. Please leave us a review at https://orderofman.com/itunes Shownotes: https://orderofman.com/178 Website: https://orderofman.com

Unfortunately, finding a man of character, conviction, and principle has become increasingly difficult. More and more, men are becoming wishy-washy, weak, cowardly, and otherwise pathetic. Today, I share 5 simple strategies every man can employ to grow a spine become a man of strength and character. www.orderofman.com/FFN120 Please leave us a rating and review!

Building a business is something on so many men's minds. I can't even begin to count how many men I hear from who are unsatisfied with where they are with regards to their professional life and career path. Today, I talk with my good friend, Jordan Harbertson, co-founder of MTNOPS, to uncover how he's been able to build a thriving business. We cover the importance of proximity to other powerful people, how to know when you're ready to take the entrepreneurial leap, striking the balance between giving and taking, and how every man can build a business of meaning and significance. SHOW HIGHLIGHTS Our dependence on technology The importance of proximity to other powerful people How to tell a powerful story to connect with others How to build something special in your life How to identify and connect with the right people The first steps to discovering your purpose How to know if you're ready to take a leap into entrepreneurship How to get your wife on board with a new venture Addressing and overcoming obstacles How improving communication improves all areas of life How to strike the balance between giving and taking Why belief in what you're doing is so important How to become more influential by changing yourself JORDAN HARBERTSON Men, I am honored to introduce you to my friend, Jordan Harbertson. He and I met years ago as we both launched our businesses around the same time. I've been inspired watching him market his business and create something truly special for himself, his business partners, his community, and his family. I've watched him and his partners take MTN OPS from a simple idea to a powerhouse in the very crowded marketplace of supplemental nutrition. Jordan is one of the most real people I know. He takes about his struggles personally and professionally including his transformation with his fitness over the past several months and what it takes to succeed in business and life. Please leave us a review at https://orderofman.com/itunes Shownotes: https://orderofman.com/177 Website: https://orderofman.com

Most men know how critical it is to build a team around him but very few men invest the time, energy, and resources into building one. Today I talk about why a team is so important and share five strategies for building a powerful group of men who will help you succeed. www.orderofman.com/FFN119 Please leave us a rating and review!

Legendary is a term we hear often. But, when is the last time you actually thought about what it meant? Being legendary is about creating and living a life in which the principles and lessons you leave behind will last long after you're dead and gone. Today, I'm joined by the President of Sorinex, Bert Sorin. We cover the importance of creating the right culture, balancing family time with professional ambition, leading through vulnerability, and how a man becomes legendary. SHOW HIGHLIGHTS The importance of the right culture Balancing family time with professional ambition The power of presence Why vision is so critical How to overcome going through the motions How to find more time for yourself How to deal with people clamoring for your attention Leading through vulnerability Why apologizing doesn't undermine your authority Finding the solutions to your own problems Improving human performance How to overcome stagnation Pros and cons of running a family business BERT SORIN My guest today is Bert Sorin, CEO of Sorinex. If you're not familiar with Sorinex, they are the leading innovator in American made strength and conditioning equipment. Bert grew up in the business his dad started nearly four decades ago and has since gone on to develop, refine, and innovate the business into what it is today. Bert is a former Division 1 Track and Field All-American and an Olympics trails athlete. Since then, he's gone on to build his family business and create a legacy that reaches far beyond what he and his father have built. He's become a friend over the past several months and I can't think of a better man to talk with me about leading ourselves, our businesses, and our families the best way we're capable of. Please leave us a review at https://orderofman.com/itunes Shownotes: https://orderofman.com/176 Website: https://orderofman.com

There's a lot of talk about "evolving the definition" of masculinity. What a shame since masculinity has driven much of the positive growth we enjoy in society today. Couple the desire to change what masculinity is with the confusion about what it is in the first place and it's easy to understand why there's so much misinformation about what masculinity is and, ultimately, what it means to be a man. www.orderofman.com/FFN118 Please leave us a rating and review!

Addiction is something a lot of men are facing. Whether it's an addiction to alcohol, pornography, or drugs, it is something that can be overcome. Today, I am joined by UFC fighter, Court McGee, to talk about his battle with addiction and his ability over the past decade to fight and win this never-ending battle. We talk about his positive upbringing, how he used fighting as an outlet, the disease of addiction, his downward spiral, and how he has overcome his drug addiction. This one is a bit different as I wanted to give Court the platform to share his story so I gave him the mic and let him run. SHOW HIGHLIGHTS The disease of addiction The importance of meaning and significance How ego gets in the way and magnifies addiction Why people turn to self-medication How to avoid lying to yourself The importance of finding a team to surround yourself with Developing and fostering willpower The power of a support unit How martial arts and other activities can help in overcoming addiction How to use your pain as a catalyst for growth How to use your struggles to serve others COURT MCGEE I'm honored to introduce you to my guest, Mr. Court McGee. Court is a UFC fighter and the winner of the 11th season of the Ultimate Fighter. Despite his accomplishments in the ring, today, we focus on his personal life outside of it Court spent a lot of his life hooked on just about every drug imaginable and once overdosed on heroin where he was estimated to have spent 8 minutes without a heartbeat or pulse. There is no doubt that Court McGee is a man who knows how to fight but I am absolutely blown away with the story of his greatest battle in overcoming addiction, walking the path of long-term sobriety, how he handles adversity, and how he's taken his greatest challenge and turned himself into a force for good. Please leave us a review at https://orderofman.com/itunes Shownotes: https://orderofman.com/175 Website: https://orderofman.com

Learning to market yourself is such a critical skill to develop. Whether you're working to secure a promotion, get a date, pick up new clients, or enlist your children in getting the chores done, your ability to market yourself effectively will spell the difference between success and failure. Today, I break down seven key strategies for improving your ability to market yourself to whoever you may be trying to win over. www.orderofman.com/FFN117 Please leave us a rating and review!

Let's be honest, Yoga isn't a thought you'd immediately conjure up as manly. But, as I've recently discovered, participating in Yoga has significantly improved my performance, strength, and fitness all of which every man should be striving to improve. Today, I'm joined by repeat guest, Dean Pohlman, to talk about his new book. We cover why every man should consider incorporating Yoga in his fitness regimen, how flexibility improves strength, the unknown benefits for men of participating in Yoga, and how a man can learn to connect mind and spirit through the practice of Yoga. SHOW HIGHLIGHTS What is Yoga The benefits for men of doing Yoga The difference between Yoga and simply stretching The spiritual component of practicing Yoga Why it's important to learn how to connect the body and spirit How to develop more "flow" How Yoga helps improve heart rate variability How flexibility improves strength Developing a personal philosophy for life Why Yoga pairs well with resistance training How often one should do Yoga 7 keys to Yoga success How to get started DEAN POHLMAN My guest today is my friend Dean Pohlman. Dean and I met years ago when he was first on my show. Since then, we've become friends and I've started incorporating some of what he's been teaching into my own life. He is the founder of Man Flow Yoga, which is an online platform designed to help men learn the fundamentals and foundation of Yoga, and how it can improve every aspect of their fitness. I was a little skeptical at first but I've been amazed and how much this guy knows about functional fitness, strength building, and men's health in general. Today, we talk about a lot of different elements of health and fitness including the message from his latest book, Yoga Fitness for Men. Please leave us a review at https://orderofman.com/itunes Shownotes: https://orderofman.com/174 Website: https://orderofman.com

Today, we talk about the importance of finding a hobby and 5 strategies for finding hobbies that engage your mind and soul. It's easy to dismiss the notion of carving out time for ourselves considering all our responsibilities but it's imperative if we have any hope of becoming the men we're capable of becoming. www.orderofman.com/FFN116 Please leave us a rating and review!

There is no shortage of diet and nutrition advice out there. Most of it is hype, gimmicky, extremely biased, and untested/unfounded. It's no wonder though as most of us are after the quick fix to a lifetime of making bad food and exercise choices. Today, I am joined by Chad Howse, author of "The Man Diet," to talk about why these other diets fail and why a man's approach to what he eats should be relatively simple. We talk about the specific benefits of incorporating this style of nutrition in your life, why intermittent fasting works so well, keys to developing testosterone naturally and safely, society's emasculation of men, and why you should consider incorporating the "Man Diet" into your life. SHOW HIGHLIGHTS Why this has been dubbed the "man diet" The benefits of incorporating this diet into your life The power of intermittent fasting Common myths when it comes to diet and nutrition Keys to developing testosterone naturally and safely Why competition is critical in developing testosterone The chemical differences between men and women How to track macronutrients Why you should consider adopting the mantra, "excellence in all things" The damaging effects of cortisol levels and how to reduce them The danger of society's emasculation of men The "do's" and "don't's" of eating clean CHAD HOWSE My guest today is someone that I've been following and paying attention to for quite some time. We only recently connected with the release of his latest book, The Man Diet. He has been on a mission over the past several years of reclaiming what it means to be a man and his goals and objectives are very much in alignment with what we share here in the Order of Man. He is the founder of Chad Howse Fitness and Average 2 Alpha and today he is here to talk about the power of incorporating what he has dubbed, "the man diet." Please leave us a review at http://orderofman.com/itunes Shownotes: http://orderofman.com/173 Website: http://orderofman.com

The path of most resistance. It's a term you'll rarely hear. That's because we, as men, are hard-wired to look for the path of least resistance. And, while there's merit to being efficient and effective in the quickest, most convenient way possible, it's not always in our best interest to take the easy route. Today, I share why. www.orderofman.com/FFN115 Please leave us a rating and review!

Every man, at some point, will lose his way. It's not really a question of "if" but a question of "when." When that day comes, the way you decided to face that adversity will spell the difference in you overcoming or succumbing. My guest today, powerlifter Brandon Lilly, is a man who has faced his fair share of obstacles but refuses to quit and always charges forward. We talk about the power of saying "no," why nothing ends with a period, how to develop more confidence, overcoming the need to be seen, and why every man ought to consider adopting the mantra, "Work, Don't Whine." SHOW HIGHLIGHTS • Why working without whining is so powerful • How to say "no" • Why problems scale and how to avoid it • Why nothing ends with a "period" • Finding the middle ground and why it's so important • Why the way we do things matters • How to develop and build more confidence • Overcoming the need to be seen • How ego and arrogance are hurting you • The power of integrity and telling the truth BRANDON LILLY My guest today is my friend, Brandon Lilly. A lot of you know who this man is but if you don't, I'm not sure how you've missed him. He's one of the biggest men I know and certainly one of the strongest. He is ranked as one of the strongest powerlifters and consistently lifts more than 2,000lbs combined in the deadlift, squat and bench press. He's worked with and consulted SEAL Teams, University of Kentucky Football, the Bengals, and numerous other organizations and Crossfit gyms around the country. But on top of all that, he's a man who is extremely humble in failure and victory (you'll hear some of those stories today). Today he's going to be talking about overcoming some of his trials and why he's adopted "Work, Don't Whine" as his mantra. Please leave us a review at http://orderofman.com/itunes Shownotes: http://orderofman.com/172 Website: http://orderofman.com