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Lessons From Mainstreet Podcasts
Failures, victories, wins, and losses. We're exploring, uncovering, and unpacking the most valuable life lessons learned from the most successful men on the planet. Conversations include Jocko, Chris Williamson, Ben Shapiro, Dave Ramsey, David Goggins, Tim Tebow, Shawn Ryan, Cam Hanes, Terry Crews, Matthew McConaughey, Adam Carolla, Robert Greene, Ryan Holiday, Mark Manson, and so many more. If you want to learn how to be a better man, we've got you covered.
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When Vulnerability Goes Wrong, The OODA Loop, and Honoring Choice | ASK ME ANYTHING
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Join Ryan Michler and Kipp Sorensen in this engaging AMA episode of the Order of Man podcast. They kick off with light-hearted banter on Labor Day plans and "fake holidays," then dive into a headline sparking debate: Cracker Barrel's logo change and why people fixate on trivial issues. Listener questions cover helping kids handle bullies, pacing ne…
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TYE NICHOLS | From Fairway Dreams to Mainstreet Reality
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You ever seen an old house and think, “Man, I’d love to fix that up.”? Or, an old truck, and imagine the day where you and your children would drive around in that thing? Or, maybe an old project you’ve been meaning to finish but never got around to it? My guest today, Tye Nichols, feels the same way. In fact, he’s invested thousands of his own mon…
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How to Initiate Boys Into Manhood | FRIDAY FIELD NOTES
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In this episode of Friday Field Notes, Ryan Michler explores the crucial question of how to initiate boys into manhood. Drawing from personal experience as a father and mentor, Ryan outlines key principles such as separation, challenge, risk, and meaning that help shape rites of passage. He emphasizes the importance of deliberate and intentional pr…
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Choosing Your Battles, Finding God in Hardship, and Owning Your Addictions | ASK ME ANYTHING
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In this week’s Ask Me Anything episode, Ryan Michler and Kipp Sorensen tackle powerful questions from the Order of Man community. From knowing which battles are worth fighting, to bringing God into past trials, to addressing blind spots at work without sounding like a complainer — they cover practical wisdom every man can apply. They also dive into…
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PETE ROBERTS | Why Scrappiness Could Be Your Greatest Asset
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We all know that one guy who is tough, resilient, loves a fight, and can make things happen, even when he’s behind. I think, in a way, we all want to be that guy. I’m convinced that a man who is scrappy is a man who can achieve everything he wants in this world – even if it first seems out of reach. My guest today, Pete Roberts, agrees. And, he kno…
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10 Ways to Make Yourself More Influential | FRIDAY FIELD NOTES
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In this Friday Field Notes episode, Ryan Michler shares ten powerful strategies to become more influential in every area of life. From building strength and dressing with purpose to mastering communication, practicing honesty, and making exceptionalism the standard, Ryan delivers actionable insights for men who want to lead with integrity and impac…
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Becoming Self-Aware, Overcoming Infidelity, and Disincentivizing Bad Behavior | ASK ME ANYTHING
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In this week’s AMA, Ryan and Kipp tackle tough listener questions on becoming more self-aware, navigating the pain and decisions around infidelity, and setting boundaries to disincentivize bad behavior in relationships and parenting. They also explore meaningful rites of passage for young men, fostering responsibility in teens, and the lessons they…
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ADAM LANE SMITH | How Men and Women Cause Each Other Pain
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Why can’t women just understand men? Why can’t men just understand women? The short answer is, “we’re not supposed to.” If we were, we wouldn’t really have any need for each other, would we? My guest today, Adam Lane Smith, has made it his life’s work to get closer to helping men understand women and help us understand our own natural tendencies in…
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Men and The Humanity of Hunting | FRIDAY FIELD NOTES
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In this episode of Friday Field Notes, Ryan Michler passionately defends hunting, addressing misconceptions and highlighting its ecological and ethical benefits. He explores the historical role of hunting in human survival, its impact on conservation, and the reverence of consuming what you kill. Michler provides data-driven arguments to counter an…
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The Paradox of Choice, When to Call it Quits, and Living the Intentional Life | ASK ME ANYTHING
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In this AMA episode, Ryan and Kipp explore the tension between motivation and meaning in today’s self-help culture. They dive into headline topics like the Tim Kennedy stolen valor controversy, then tackle listener questions on marriage doubts, healing journeys, ex-partner conflicts, starting a podcast, and when to pivot in life. Expect honest, gro…
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ED LATIMORE | Hard Lessons Learned from the Sweet Science
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Boxing is known as the “Sweet Science,” but the name doesn’t quite do it justice. The amount of work, effort, blood, sweat, tears, and beatdowns is anything but sweet. But that doesn’t mean there aren’t so many powerful lessons to be learned from what my guest today, Ed Latimore, calls the “Hurt Business.” Today, Ed and I talk about how and why peo…
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Be The Rock For Your Family | FRIDAY FIELD NOTES
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Ryan Michler, in this week's Friday Field Notes, delivers an inspiring episode on becoming a steadfast presence for family and community. He shares seven actionable strategies to navigate life's challenges while supporting others, emphasizing clear communication, firm boundaries, and emotional resilience. Michler urges men to embody trustworthiness…
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Mastering Feedback, Boundaries, and Family Mentoring | ASK ME ANYTHING
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Join Ryan Michler and Kipp Sorensen in this engaging "Ask Me Anything" episode, diving into listener questions on career leaps, mentoring kids, handling feedback, and setting boundaries. From advice on applying for a higher job to being a positive role model for a niece and nephew, they share practical insights for personal growth. The episode also…
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We’re all tempted, at times, to allow our ego to get the better of us. Many of us feel like we’re on top of the world until the precise time we find ourselves on the bottom of it. My guest today, Aaron Hale, found himself in just that scenario as an Explosive Ordnance Disposal tech on a routine assignment when he was blown up by an Improvised Explo…
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Confronting the Stress of Masculinity | FRIDAY FIELD NOTES
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In this episode of Friday Field Notes, Ryan Michler tackles the overwhelming stress men face in their roles as providers and protectors. He offers five practical strategies to manage stress effectively, emphasizing personal responsibility over societal expectations. Michler encourages men to identify stress triggers, eliminate distractions, priorit…
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Learning to Let Go, Never Offering Unsolicited Advice, and Getting Good at Saying, ‘I Don’t Know’’ | ASK ME ANYTHING
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In this "Ask Me Anything" episode, Ryan Michler and Kipp Sorensen dive into listener questions, exploring themes of faith, letting go, and pursuing purpose. They discuss building male camaraderie through action, overcoming overthinking, and embracing "I don't know" to find peace. From marathon training insights to serving others and knowing when to…
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NICK O'KELLY | Confronting the Stigma of Men’s Mental Health
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We’re all well-aware of the stigma associated with men’s mental health. Men are often told overtly or covertly to be just be quiet, do your job, and get your work done. And, while there is certainly some validity to us getting the job done when people are relying on us, it’s also valid to consider the mental and emotional battles we often fight as …
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What You Do Is Who You Are | FRIDAY FIELD NOTES
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In this episode of Friday Field Notes, Ryan Michler shares an inspiring message about becoming the person you aspire to be through consistent action. Reflecting on his adventures, from Alaska to Africa, he emphasizes that small, daily habits shape identity and success. Michler addresses overcoming setbacks like divorce or financial struggles, urgin…
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Ruthlessly Work Towards Goals | ASK ME ANYTHING
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In this engaging "Ask Me Anything" episode, Ryan Michler and Shawn Villalovos tackle listener questions on emotional intelligence, co-parenting challenges, manifesting goals, and personal growth. They share practical strategies for managing emotions, setting boundaries in difficult relationships, and taking action to achieve dreams. Reflecting on R…
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DR. ERIC COLE | How Cyberthreats Endanger Men and Their Families
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Considering how often we utilize technology, we don’t spend as nearly as much time as we should protecting ourselves against the inherent vulnerabilities and bad actors who would exploit the very tools designed to improve our lives. The fact of the matter is, cybersecurity has become a huge issue (only to become more relevant as technology advances…
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A Man’s Guide to Taking More Risks | FRIDAY FIELD NOTES
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In this episode of Friday Field Notes, Ryan Michler explores how men can embrace calculated risks to achieve success in relationships, health, wealth, and quality of life. He shares five actionable strategies—defining your vision, measuring risk versus reward, hedging bets, conducting a SWOT analysis, and seeking coaching—to ensure risks are pruden…
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Revisiting Your Vision, Reclaiming Your Sovereignty, and The Power of Disruption | ASK ME ANYTHING
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Join Ryan Michler and Kipp Sorensen for an engaging "Ask Me Anything" episode, tackling listener questions on personal growth, leadership, and life challenges. From choosing dream podcasts to reclaiming sovereignty in marriage, they share actionable insights and heartfelt advice. Ryan reflects on a decade of Order of Man, while both discuss overcom…
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TAYLOR CAVANAUGH | Crack the Whip or Pull the Reigns?
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Every man is different. Some men are intense and need to learn how to pull back on the reigns. Others are passive and need to learn how to crack the whip. My guest today, former Navy SEAL and French Foreign Legionnaire is a man who more closely resonates with the former but understands the implications of both. Today, Taylor and I talk about how an…
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The 4 Ways a Man Provides for His People | FRIDAY FIELD NOTES
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In this episode of Friday Field Notes, Ryan Michler explores the multifaceted role of a man as a provider, extending beyond financial support. Drawing from Maslow’s hierarchy of needs, he outlines fou key provisions: physical, mental, emotional, and spiritual. Michler emphasizes equipping loved ones wit skills, emotional resilience, and a sense of …
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Dealing with a Crossroad | ASK ME ANYTHING
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In this episode of the Ask Me Anything series, Ryan Michler and Kipp Sorenson dive into hard-hitting questions from listeners about fatherhood, masculinity, personal growth, and navigating life’s toughest transitions. They discuss what it means to be a man in today’s culture, the power of physical discipline, balancing martial arts training, and ov…
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