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Podcast #1,056: The 80/80 Marriage — A New Model for a Happier, Stronger Relationship

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Podcast #1,039: What’s Behind the Rise of Parent-Child Estrangement?

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Take the D Word Off the Table

A family gathers around the table, each member engrossed in their smartphones as a podcast plays softly in the background. A bowl of snacks sits invitingly, offering a hint of intentional connection amidst the digital focus.

Podcast #1,020: Becoming a Tech Intentional Family

Podcast #1,072: Men Don’t Run in the Rain — And 7 Other Essential Lessons for Being a Man

Three people with backpacks stand on a mountain trail, overlooking a scenic valley bathed in sunlight. One, guided by fatherly instinct, points out the view—launching kids into moments of wonder and discovery.

The Dad Instinct: How Fathers Prepare Kids for the Wider World

A family of four in a lively kitchen scene showcases their unique parenting style. The father playfully holds an upside-down child, while the mother, embracing another parenting moment, stands with a child joyfully perched on her back.

The 4 Parenting Styles (And Which One Is Best)

A man and a boy are repairing a bicycle tire outside. Demonstrating the skills of successful fathers, the man carefully explains each step while the boy watches closely, eager to learn.

Some Reasons Why Some Men Are Successful Fathers

A group of men in black shirts stand outdoors in a circle, raising their joined hands together in a gesture of unity—building tribe and creating communities of men.

Podcast #1,068: Building Tribe — How to Create and Sustain Communities of Men

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Podcast #1,060: No, There Isn’t a Loneliness Epidemic (And That May Be an Even Bigger Problem)

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Podcast #1,058: The Science of Porn: Myths, Facts, and Overlooked Issues

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Look Before You Leap: Questions to Ask to Avoid Falling in Love With the Wrong Person

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Podcast #1,070: How to Have the Manners and Charm of a Proper English Gentleman

A man in a white shirt talks to a woman in dark clothing at a dimly lit bar; both appear engaged, exchanging classic 1995 flirting tips as they navigate how to flirt in the nostalgic nightlife setting.

How to Flirt Like It’s 1995

Podcast #1,052: Stop Saying Um (And Fix the Other Vocal Tics That Are Sabotaging Your Speaking)

Three men in suits are smiling and conversing in a room with patterned wallpaper, their sense of humor evident. One man holds a cigarette, adding to the laid-back atmosphere where nobody seems to take themselves too seriously.

Why We Value a Sense of Humor (And Distrust People Who Take Themselves Too Seriously)

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How to Do a Brush Pass Like a Cold War Spy

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Skill of the Week: Properly Fold the American Flag

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The Making of a Supreme Commander — How Eisenhower Became the Leader Who Delivered Victory on D-Day

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How to Do a Brush Pass Like a Cold War Spy

Your contact is somewhere in this sea of faces, but you can't be seen talking to him — can't even ...

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Skill of the Week: Properly Fold the American Flag

An important part of manhood has always been about having the competence to be effective in the world — ...

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How to Open a Locked Door With a Credit Card

A few years ago, we were cat-sitting for some friends. They gave me keys to the exterior door leading into ...

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Learn the basics of bike maintenance, including patching an inner tube.

Bike Maintenance 101: How to Clean and Lube Your Bike’s Drivetrain

We’re back with another class of Bike Maintenance 101. Last time, we discussed how to patch an ...

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A drawing of a person wearing a harness with a rope tied around their waist, demonstrating how to tie a bowline knot. A red arrow points to the rope, highlighting the secure knot.

Skill of the Week: Tie a One-Handed Bowline Knot

An important part of manhood has always been about having the competence to be effective in the world — ...

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How to Swing a Baseball Bat Like Ted Williams

In the world of baseball, few skills are more foundational than a proper bat swing. Whether you're playing ...

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Skill of the Week: Make a Fishing Hook Out of a Can Tab

An important part of manhood has always been about having the competence to be effective in the world — ...

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How to Throw a Playing Card

Whether you're stuck indoors on a rainy day or looking to entertain friends at your next poker night, ...

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Skill of the Week: Fold a Dress Shirt for Packing

An important part of manhood has always been about having the competence to be effective in the world — ...

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An illustration of a hand holding a stick in the water, ensuring safety.

Skill of the Week: Know if Ice Is Safe to Walk On

An important part of manhood has always been about having the competence to be effective in the world — ...

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This illustration showcases a blue Monkey's Fist Knot with a single strand extending from it on a white background, perfect for those eager to learn how to tie this intricate knot. Ideal for any knots tutorial or step-by-step guide.

How to Tie a Monkey’s Fist Knot

The monkey’s fist knot is a compact ball of interwoven loops. Today, it’s used mostly for decoration, ...

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Person in a santa costume holding a perfect snowball.

Skill of the Week: Make the Perfect Snowball

An important part of manhood has always been about having the competence to be effective in ...

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Illustration of a person crossing their arms over a yellow shirt, reminiscent of Houdini's daring escape from a straitjacket, with a red arrow pointing down on the right side.

How to Escape a Straitjacket Like Houdini

There are few more potent symbols of confinement than the straitjacket. And few more potent symbols of ...

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How to Perform a Combat Roll

When you think of a combat roll, your mind might jump to scenes from video games or action movies (here’s ...

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Illustration of a person at a shooting range encountering common pistol misfires, with their firearm clicking instead of firing and question marks floating above their head.

How to Handle 3 Common Pistol Misfires

When you're out plinking with your pistol, you're likely going to encounter trigger pulls when the gun ...

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A person in a red shirt and blue pants rides a horse and swings a lasso, showcasing advanced rope techniques in a desert landscape.

How to Tie a Lasso

What man hasn’t imagined what it would be like to be a cowboy on the open range? And when you think ...

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Skill of the Week: Remove a Tick

An important part of manhood has always been about having the competence to be effective in the world — ...

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Skill of the Week: Build a Summer Fire

An important part of manhood has always been about having the competence to be effective in the world — ...

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Podcast #990: The Dude’s Guide to Laundry: How to Save Time, Money, and Your Wardrobe

If you didn't grow up doing your own laundry, once you headed out on your own, you probably just figured ...

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Skill of the Week: Throw a Boomerang

An important part of manhood has always been about having the competence to be effective in the world — ...

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