In this episode of Friday Field Notes, Ryan Michler discusses the growing insecurity among men and how it affects their lives, relationships, and success. He shares five actionable strategies to build confidence, financial freedom, physical fitness, and self-discipline. Ryan challenges listeners to take control of their lives by eliminating negative influences, dressing with intention, and becoming men of conviction. This episode is a direct, no-nonsense guide to overcoming self-doubt and living with purpose.

SHOW HIGHLIGHTS

00:00 - Introduction
01:49 - Breaking free from financial insecurity
05:44 - The importance of physical fitness
08:05 - Dressing with confidence and influence
12:33 - Removing insecurities and temptations
16:30 - Becoming a man of conviction
19:50 - Final thoughts and call to action

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In this Ask Me Anything episode, Ryan Michler and Kipp Sorensen tackle insightful questions from listeners, covering topics like overcoming the halo effect, balancing empathy with leadership, preparing for AI-driven job disruptions, and raising daughters with intention.

They also discuss how to address concerns about a spouse’s well-being, the importance of personal integrity, and why many men struggle to support friends during hospital stays. Tune in for candid conversations, practical advice, and thought-provoking perspectives on modern masculinity.

SHOW HIGHLIGHTS
00:00 - Introduction & Weekly Headlines
09:55 - The dangers of putting people on pedestals
21:18 - Developing empathy and nurturing skills as a man
29:23 - How to discuss a spouse’s mental and physical health
36:25 - The mystery behind the podcast’s intro voice
37:53 - Realizing your father isn’t superhuman
43:40 - Preparing for AI-driven job losses
54:46 - Important lessons in raising daughters
58:46 - Learning to detach from external validation
1:04:50 - The impact of a great coach in a young man’s life
1:09:26 - Why men struggle to support friends during hospital stays

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Choose a metric regarding the health, wealth, and fulfillment of men and it’s easy to see that men are either falling drastically behind our female counterparts or, at a minimum, on a downward spiral. Don’t get me wrong, I don’t think it’s a contest between the sexes (That would suggest that it’s a zero-sum game. It’s not). But it’s a glimpse into modern man’s gradual decline in his ability to protect, provide, and preside in his life and the lives of those he cares about.

Matt Beaudreau joins me on the podcast today to talk about why this is the case and how our steady decline starts at a young age and inside the halls of academia. We talk about Trump’s desire to shut down the Department of Education, how government and academia have distracted us from true learning, why you’ll never find your purpose – you must forge it, living a life by design – not default, and the importance of the “Hero’s Journey.”

SHOW HIGHLIGHTS
00:00 - Episode Introduction
00:40 - Dismantling the Department of Education: A Good Move?
03:17 - Defining Success: Beyond Standardized Tests
07:13 - Should We Lower the Bar for Everyone?
10:55 - Do People Give Enough to Charity?
14:23 - How Crisis Brings Out the Best in People
17:44 - Creating Opportunities for Young Men
23:17 - A Bold Idea: Free Mentorship for Boys from Single-Mother Homes
27:10 - The Real Purpose of Education
31:27 - Why Men Feel Isolated and Alone
37:58 - Do Men Find Their Purpose, or Do They Forge It?
47:32 - The Natural Drive to Do More
53:30 - Learning from Personal Crisis: The Hero’s Journey
54:14 - Fired Up: Turning an Idea into Action
56:17 - The Power of Intentionality in Men’s Lives

Battle Planners: Pick yours up today!

Order Ryan's new book, The Masculinity Manifesto.

For more information on the Iron Council brotherhood.

Want maximum health, wealth, relationships, and abundance in your life? Sign up for our free course, 30 Days to Battle Ready