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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

A man with a thoughtful expression holds his chin, contemplating if he's falling in love, while a woman gazes up at him, both dressed in 1940s attire, captured in a classic black and white photograph.

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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Discover the essential reading list for any man, including 100 books that are a must-read.

100 Books Every Man Should Read

Explore 75 hobbies catering to men's interests.

The Ultimate List of Hobbies for Men: 75+ Ideas For Your Free Time

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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 Museum

Over the Christmas break, our family took a trip to New York City. While we were there, we visited two of ...

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Classical Music 101: The Modern Era

Welcome back to our series, Classical Music 101! Our goal with this series is to provide an approachable, ...

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A vintage illustration captures a group of people surrounding a central figure wearing pixelated sunglasses, exuding that Baller energy reminiscent of Fezziwig's legendary charm.

Fezziwig Was a Baller; Be Fezziwig

For almost a decade now, Kate and I have hosted an annual holiday party in our home where we invite our ...

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A woman and man lean on a counter, each holding a phone, gazing thoughtfully into the distance. Holiday decorations twinkle in the background, capturing the important moments of togetherness and reflection during this festive season.

The Holidays We Need Now

Does the approach of the holidays fill you with a bit of dread? Do they seem more like a forced march ...

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Classical Music 101: The Romantic Era

Welcome back to Classical Music 101! In this series, we’re breaking down the world of classical music to ...

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A man in a lab coat and headphones uses a device in a dimly lit room, capturing ghost voices. A cartoon-like spirit appears beside him.

Is It Possible to Record Ghost Voices? What My Experiments With a Boombox and Cat Toys Revealed

I’m in my office holding a boombox with the wrapper of a Maxell cassette tape at my feet. ...

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A winding path with a wooden fence is surrounded by vibrant autumn foliage, featuring orange and yellow leaves under a clear sky—a true highlight on any men's autumn checklist.

18 Things Every Man Should Do This Fall

F. Scott Fitzgerald famously said, "Life starts all over again when it gets crisp in the fall." We ...

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Classical Music 101: The Era That Put the Classical in Classical Music

Welcome back to our series, Classical Music 101! Our goal with this series is to provide an approachable, ...

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The Art of Manliness’ Ultimate Guide to Summer

The summer months are here, and with them, a change in mood, expectations, and itineraries. If you (and ...

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Classical Music 101: The Baroque Era

Welcome back to our series, Classical Music 101! Our goal with this series is to provide an approachable, ...

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More Than Ever, the Medium Is the Message

Have you had two different experiences, one where you were dumped by ...

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Classical Music 101 — The Origins of an Illustrious Art

I've enjoyed listening to classical music for most of my life. In high school, I'd tune into my hometown ...

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Podcast #974: The 3 Musical Geniuses Behind the Most Popular Jazz Album of All Time

Even if you're not very into jazz, you probably know Kind of Blue, the jazz album that's sold more copies ...

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How Much Should You Spend on Vacation?

Recently we've been planning a spring break trip and looking ahead to possibly traveling a bit in the ...

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Podcast #959: Come Alive Again by Having More Fun

Reflect on something for a second: when was the last time you had fun? Are you having trouble remembering, ...

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Family decorating home for the holidays; father exhibiting the art of manliness by placing star atop tree, children and mother engaged in festive preparations.

The Art of Manliness Guide to the Holidays

It's the holiday season. It's our favorite time of the year here at AoM HQ. Over the years we've published ...

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A man carving a turkey in a vintage kitchen as a woman looks on, capturing the essence of Thanksgiving.

The Art of Manliness Guide to Thanksgiving

Thanksgiving is this week here in the United States. Over the years we’ve published a bunch of articles, ...

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In 8 Hours You Could Be In . . .

How was your last weekend? Pretty ho-hum, again? Tired of the same go-round of restaurants, ...

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The Ultimate List of Hobbies for Men: 75+ Ideas For Your Free Time

With our archives now 3,500+ articles deep, we’ve decided to republish a classic piece each Friday to ...

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Scenic view of Yosemite Valley with El Capitan on the left, Half Dome in the distance, and a light mist above the forest floor in one of the most iconic National Parks.

Podcast #895: The Essential Guide to Visiting and Camping in the National Parks

America's national parks are one of the country's greatest treasures, and many people have it on their ...

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