Order of Man

Hosts Ryan and Alan discuss the definition of sports, debating whether RC racing qualifies, before addressing listener questions on navigating…

Host Ryan Mickler and guest Brett Bartholomew discuss the concept of the "anti-hero" in leadership, arguing that authentic leaders must own their flaws rather than perform polished perfection.

The host distinguishes between misogyny and misandry, arguing that while hatred of women is framed as systemic, hatred of men is dismissed as personal.

Hosts Ryan and Alan discuss the Lindsay Clancy trial, praising the lone juror who resisted public pressure to convict.

Host Ryan Michler interviews Brent Oliver, an incomplete quadriplegic who survived a 1991 motorcycle accident that severed his trachea and esophagus.

The host discusses the Karpman Drama Triangle, explaining how men often fall into unhealthy roles as victims, persecutors, or rescuers.

Hosts Kip and Ryan discuss the "wild man" archetype, arguing that modern society suppresses men's natural instincts.

Ryan Holiday interviews Cynthia Sam, founder of Deep Clean, on the neuroscience of pornography addiction, framing it as a brain issue rather than a willpower failure.

Hosts Ryan and Kip discuss ethical sales practices, emphasizing value over aggression, and defend capitalism’s role in medical innovation.

Jim Quick joins the Order of Man to discuss how comfort and AI-driven cognitive offloading weaken mental sovereignty.

Host Ryan Mitchell uses a river versus swamp analogy to argue that men suffer from stagnant information, not a lack of it.

Hosts Ryan and Kip discuss fatherhood, emphasizing that stepfathers should prioritize their son's well-being over ego when biological fathers re-enter the picture.

Host Ryan Holiday interviews author Nick Bryant about the Jeffrey Epstein scandal, arguing that mainstream media suppresses the story to protect a compromised political elite.

The host outlines a three-step method for men to rebuild discipline as summer ends: lock in a consistent wake time, move your body daily, and then tackle work.

Ryan and Kip discuss overcoming physical brittleness by adapting workouts around injuries and maintaining mental resilience.

Host Ryan Mickler interviews entrepreneur Rick Trimmer, who details his journey from losing a company and accumulating $640,000 in debt to retiring in his mid-30s.

The host explores how men unknowingly trade long-term value for short-term comfort through four key exchanges: peace for progress, building for…

Hosts Ryan and Kip discuss Sophie Cunningham’s defense of women’s sports and the WNBA’s cultural reception.

Host Ryan offers a retrospective on 11 years of the Order of Man podcast, sharing key lessons on consistency, embracing mistakes as tuition, and differentiating one’s brand.

The host challenges men to distinguish between wisdom and cowardice, arguing that avoiding life’s arena after failure is merely disguised fear.

Host Ryan Michler interviews Rich Cooper, author of *The Top Shelf Man*, about reclaiming masculine frame in relationships.

The host outlines five types of male friendships, arguing that most men rely on superficial substitutes like the convenient, default, clown, or casual friend.

Hosts Ryan and Kip discuss the importance of intentionality in fatherhood, contrasting genuine leadership with mere compliance in religious and corporate settings.

Host Ryan Mickler interviews Keith Yackey, founder of Married Game, on building attraction through self-improvement rather than chasing validation.

Host Ryan Holiday argues that men should view small talk as low-risk reconnaissance rather than a waste of time, emphasizing curiosity over performance.

Hosts Ryan and Kip discuss male identity, arguing that men should embrace aging and avoid tying self-worth to expiring roles like fighting careers.

Ryan Michler hosts Kyle Carnahan to discuss the "upside-down game" of masculinity, arguing that true strength comes from embracing failure and…

The host argues that declining fatherhood rates among men aged 25-45 stem from cultural lies rather than economic factors, noting that faith-based men still have children at higher rates.